Ms Zacharakis referred to the changes promoted at all levels of education, with an emphasis on primary education. The public school is reinforced this year, as he pointed out, with even more permanent staff. She expressed her optimism that the needs of schools across the country would be met, while stressing the great challenge of the demographic issue.
The Minister of Education He underlined the upgrading and modernization of school infrastructure through the Marietta Giannakou program, which is expanding with the increase in banks’ donation of € 400 million for the next 4 years. He also referred to initiatives, such as strengthening the digital school with interactive boards, the operation of the digital tutorial for a second year, the possibility of being provided to teachers with the multiple book for each lesson, as well as the replacement and upgrading of the music instruments and equipment of the music schools.
The President of the Republic Constantine A. Tasoulas thanked the Minister for the information and expressed his wish for a good and creative school year for everyone.
“Modernization and enhancing public education,” Mr. Tasoulas stressed, “is a social requirement. We have to offer all students, irrespective of equal access to education, providing the supplies and skills to ensure a better future. By reinforcing students, we support and strengthen their families. As far as the educational community is concerned, it is certain that it is called upon to perform a national mission by preparing Greece’s youth in its footing in the challenges of a rapidly changing world, where adaptability and ability to respond to the demands of the times will be crucial. “
Vassiliki Chrysostomidou