OE2027. The Minister of Education's hearing in Parliament

Fernando Alexandre announced significant changes in the education system, including mandatory Mathematics from 10th to 12th grade starting in 2028/29. The new curriculum will allow flexibility for students in their educational paths. Additionally, a pilot program for restructuring the first two cycles of education will begin in September 2027. The government plans to invest 7.8 billion euros in education for 2027, with a focus on addressing teacher shortages in specific regions. Measures to attract and retain teachers include an 88 million euro budget. The proposal also includes a new dashboard for tracking student attendance and a commitment to improve access to higher education for disadvantaged students.