Education union calls for school schedule adjustments and Baccalaureate reform

The Independent Union for Education and Training Personnel has presented a set of proposals to reform the national education system, focusing on school rhythms and daily schedules to better suit students' physical and mental needs. The union's Secretary General, Boualem Amoura, recommended reverting to a six-year primary cycle and a five-year middle school cycle, alongside adjustments to school holidays. Regarding the Baccalaureate, the union suggested shortening the duration of the exam and adopting a two-stage evaluation system. Furthermore, the union raised concerns over school transport safety and urged authorities to finalize the new status for education sector employees.