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Honduras education ministry leadership transition

Overview

Following the dismissal of Ivette Arely Argueta on October 30, the Honduran government began the process of appointing a new Secretary of Education. In her farewell, Argueta expressed gratitude for the support received during her ten month tenure, stating she served with honesty and commitment.

José Darío Cruz Zelaya, the administrative vice-rector of the Universidad Pedagógica Nacional Francisco Morazán, has emerged as a leading candidate for the position. Cruz confirmed he attended meetings at the Casa Presidencial with presidential representatives to discuss the educational system. While an official appointment has not been confirmed, Cruz has submitted his curriculum vitae and academic plans to the administration. If appointed, Cruz intends to focus on reducing school dropout rates, improving educational quality, and addressing school infrastructure.

Entities

Secretaría de Educación · Nasry Asfura · Honduras · Ivette Arely Argueta · Junior Burbara

Timeline

  1. [POLITICS] 7 sources
    José Darío Cruz potentially named Honduras Education Minister

    UPNFM vice-rector José Darío Cruz is expected to be named Honduras' new Education Minister following meetings at Casa Presidencial.

  2. [POLITICS] 4 sources
    Honduras government to appoint new Education Secretary next week

    Honduran President Nasry Asfura is expected to name a new Secretary of Education next week following the dismissal of Ivette Arely Argueta.

Sources

caazapaahora.com.py · canal6hn.com · diarioroatan.com · elmundo.hn · eveeno.com · hch.tv · hondudiario.com · icndigital.com · teleradioamerica.com