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Ministry of Education: No Child Will Be Left Outside the Classroom in Case of Teacher Absence

Published January 26, 2026, 12:09
Ministry of Education: No Child Will Be Left Outside the Classroom in Case of Teacher Absence

The Minister of Education, Sports and Youth, Athena Michaelidou, assured that in the event of a teacher's absence in Primary Education, no child will be left outside the classroom. She explained that for absences of a few days, coverage is provided by substitutes or by transferring students to other classes. At the same time, she referred to the need to improve home education, with the creation of clearer criteria and higher quality content. The Minister emphasized that the priority is to ensure the continuous education of all students.