# School vandalism and repair policy in Argentina

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/school-vandalism-and-repair-policy-in-argentina
> Updated: 2026-08-28T17:41:36.000Z. Sources: 3. Developments: 2.

Following reports of robberies and extensive vandalism at schools in Bernal Oeste and Monte Caseros, the Government of the City of Buenos Aires has introduced a new repair protocol. 

In the initial incidents, schools such as Primary School No. 65 and Centenary School No. 88 suffered forced entries, looted equipment, and significant structural damage to doors, windows, and security bars. 

In response, authorities implemented the ‘El que rompe, paga’ (He who breaks, pays) policy. This framework aims to hold institutions and families financially responsible for damages like graffiti or broken furniture. The protocol directs school leadership and parent-teacher cooperatives to fund non-emergency repairs through petty cash or cooperative funds and suggests ‘repair and recovery days’ to discourage future vandalism.

## Timeline

### 2026-08-28: Buenos Aires implements new school vandalism repair protocol

Buenos Aires authorities have launched a new protocol requiring schools and families to cover the costs of intentional vandalism, such as graffiti and broken furniture, to protect educational resources.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/buenos-aires-implements-new-school-vandalism-repair-protocol

### 2026-07-29: Robbery and Vandalism Hit Argentine Schools in Bernal Oeste and Monte Caseros

Two Argentine schools – Primary School No. 65 in Bernal Oeste and Centenary School No. 88 in Monte Caseros – were broken into, looted and vandalized, sparking community outrage and repairs.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/robbery-and-vandalism-hit-argentine-schools-in-bernal-oeste-and-monte-caseros

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