Greece implements remote learning for Bartholomiou Music School

Greek Minister of Education, Religious Affairs and Sports, Sofia Zacharaki, has announced that students of the Bartholomiou Music School in Ilia will transition to remote learning. This measure is intended to ensure student health and safety until conditions allow for a safe return to classrooms.

The decision follows significant hygiene and safety concerns at the school, including insect infestations and reports of students being bitten. Additionally, there are ongoing concerns regarding the state of the school buildings and their proximity to a stable facility.

A permanent solution is being sought through the relocation of the school to a new building, which is projected to be completed by March 2027. The announcement follows a teleconference involving local government officials, educational administrators, parents, and students to address the chronic housing issues facing the institution.