Summary:
48,000 students in Portugal without teachers if classes start today
The crisis described as a "gray cloud" by school directors
Major cities like Lisbon, Setúbal, Beja, and Faro facing critical staffing shortages
Forecast for the upcoming school year is worse than last year
Calls for urgent reforms in the education system
Teacher Shortage Crisis
Recent reports indicate that if classes were to start today, 48,000 students in Portugal would find themselves without a teacher. This alarming statistic comes from Diário de Notícias, highlighting a prolonged crisis described by school directors as a "gray cloud" that has lingered for over a year.
Critical Situation in Major Cities
The situation is particularly dire in major cities such as Lisbon, Setúbal, Beja, and Faro, where schools are bracing for an even more challenging academic year than last. As the new school year approaches, the forecast for staffing looks grim, raising concerns among educators and parents alike about the quality of education and support for students.
This ongoing issue has sparked discussions about the need for urgent reforms and solutions to attract and retain teachers in the Portuguese education system.
Photo: Nuno Patrício - RTP
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