# Thessaloniki school schedule and nationwide strikes > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/thessaloniki-school-schedule-disruptions > Updated: 2026-10-21T17:26:30.000Z. Sources: 146. Developments: 5. Schools in Thessaloniki are set to follow a modified schedule from October 23 to October 28, 2026, due to local and national commemorations. During this period, students will participate in mandatory events honoring the ‘Ohi’ (No) of 1940 and Greece’s resistance during World War II. The disruption includes a local holiday on Monday, October 26, for Saint Demetrios, and the national ‘OXI’ anniversary on Wednesday, October 28. Prior to these commemorations, Greece faced massive nationwide mobilization. On Wednesday, October 21, widespread strikes and demonstrations occurred across more than 50 cities. In Athens, approximately 10,000 protesters marched toward Syntagma Square, where students established camps to protest the housing crisis. In Komotini, university students protested inadequate dormitory capacity. On October 22, demonstrations expanded to include pensioners and educators. In Thessaloniki, retirees led by Dimos Koumbouris, President of the Federation of IKA Retirees Greece, marched toward the Ministry of Macedonia-Thrace. They protested economic policies that they claim make it difficult to afford necessities like food, electricity, and medicine, demanding the restoration of the 13th and 14th pension payments. Simultaneously, in Magnesia, kindergarten and primary school educators held a strike at Agios Nikolaos Square. They cited the degradation of public education, specifically mentioning class mergers, poor infrastructure, increased bureaucracy, and violence against teachers. Like the retirees, these educators called for improved financial compensation and the reinstatement of 13th and 14th month salaries. In Patras, Mayor Kostas Peletidis joined rallies, criticizing the government for prioritizing military expenditures, such as Patriot missiles, over education and healthcare funding. In response, Education Minister Sofia Zacharaki noted investments in student residences, while Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis committed subsidies for energy costs. ## Claims - ADEDY declared a nationwide work stoppage for public sector employees starting at 11:00 AM. (disputed by 5 sources) - Protesters are demanding free public education and increased state investment in schools. (corroborated by 23 sources) - The Hellenic Teachers' Association (DOE) has called for a 24-hour strike on October 21, 2026. (corroborated by 17 sources) - A major protest rally is scheduled for 12:00 at the Propylaea in Athens. (corroborated by 14 sources) - The Panepistimio metro station will close at 10:00. (corroborated by 14 sources) - Students are demanding lower rents and increased housing allowances. (corroborated by 14 sources) - Students plan to set up tents in Syntagma Square to protest housing costs. (corroborated by 13 sources) - The Federation of Secondary Education Employees (OLME) announced a work stoppage from 11:00 to 14:00. (corroborated by 11 sources) - Protesters are demanding wage increases and the reintroduction of the 13th and 14th month salaries. (corroborated by 11 sources) - The Federation of Greek Hospital Doctors (OENGE) is participating in a national strike. (corroborated by 10 sources) ## Timeline ### 2026-10-21: Patras Mayor supports student and worker protests Patras Mayor Kostas Peletidis joined protests by students, teachers, and healthcare workers, criticizing the government for prioritizing military and corporate spending over public services. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/patras-mayor-supports-student-and-worker-protests ### 2026-10-20: Greece mass transit disruptions expected during educational strikes Educational strikes in Greece on October 21, 2026, will cause metro station closures in Thessaloniki and potential transit delays in Athens during demonstrations. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/greece-mass-transit-disruptions-expected-during-educational-strikes ### 2026-10-19: Greece nationwide protests by students, teachers, and public workers Students, teachers, and public workers are staging nationwide protests and strikes across Greece, demanding better education funding, higher wages, and relief from the rising cost of living and housing. 97 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/greek-educators-and-school-canteen-workers-hold-protests ### 2026-10-17: Greece education sector faces nationwide strikes and student protests Students and educators in Greece are conducting nationwide strikes and protests on October 20-21, demanding higher wages, better school funding, and affordable student housing. 71 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/greek-teachers-call-for-nationwide-strike-on-october-21 ### 2026-10-11: Thessaloniki schools to follow modified schedule in late October Schools in Thessaloniki will follow a modified schedule from October 23 to 28, 2026, due to Saint Demetrios celebrations and national holidays. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/thessaloniki-schools-to-follow-modified-schedule-in-late-october --- Cite as: Thessaloniki school schedule and nationwide strikes. 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