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Back-to-school preparations and support in Europe

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As the 2026/2027 academic year approaches, European regions face mounting financial and logistical pressures. In Romania, the cost for a single child’s supplies—including stationery, clothing, and footwear—is estimated between 1,200 and 3,000 lei. While basic items remain affordable, ergonomic backpacks and branded goods significantly increase budgets. To support health, pediatricians are advising parents to gradually adjust children’s sleep schedules by 15 to 30 minutes nightly and to prioritize natural materials like cotton or wool. Community efforts, such as the GhiozdănOK project in Cluj-Napoca, are also facilitating supply donations for underprivileged students. In Moldova, teacher salary increases originally planned for September 2026 have been postponed due to economic pressures and the requirement for a more comprehensive salary law. Minister of Education and Research Dan Perciun announced that while most educators will receive raises of 11% to 15%, high-performing staff may see increases up to 25% starting January 1, 2027. To mitigate the delay, the government will provide monthly net payments of 1,000 lei to staff beginning in October. Furthermore, Moldova has announced educational reforms for 2027, including a new national curriculum emphasizing practical competencies. This includes introducing informatics as early as the 5th grade, implementing a mathematics curriculum aligned with the Estonian model, and focusing on robotics and engineering through tools like 3D printers. Funding debates continue in Romania regarding social scholarships. While the Ministry of Education proposed eliminating these payments during school holidays, interim Prime Minister Ilie Bolojan indicated the government will likely maintain the current system. Bolojan noted that while social allowances are monthly supports, scholarships are specifically intended to support participation in educational activities, and the final legislative form may be adjusted to prevent social impact. This follows warnings from unions and experts that such cuts could increase dropout rates among disadvantaged families. Regional preparations continue in Slovenia, where schools are finalizing September 1 schedules, and in the Chernivtsi region, where authorities are guiding parents on the ‘School Package’ for new students.

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