
Fenprof Files Complaint with Prosecutor General Over National Exams
Fenprof, a Portuguese teachers' union, has filed a complaint with the Prosecutor General's Office concerning national examinations.
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Fenprof, a Portuguese teachers' union, has filed a complaint with the Prosecutor General's Office concerning national examinations.

The Fenprof union is demanding an urgent meeting regarding artistic education in Portugal, citing frozen funding since 2015, illegal working hours, and precarious conditions in 140 private schools that provide most of this educational offering.

Portugal's Minister of Education announced that 65% of national exams have been corrected, while the Fenprof teachers' union accused the ministry of amateurism and called for the minister's resignation. The union's criticism centers on the handling of the national exam correction process.

The academic year ending has been described as another lost year in addressing the problem of teacher shortages in Portugal. A secretary-general of Fenprof stated that the lack of teachers has worsened and is compromising schools.

The Portuguese teachers' union Fenprof has accused the government of financing a 'child deposit' by providing complementary funding for social, solidarity, and private nurseries that offer extended hours beyond 11 hours.

Fenprof, a teachers' union, has criticized an administrative decision to reduce the number of positions for Portuguese and French teachers in the 2nd cycle, with these roles being replaced by other qualified teachers.

Fenprof, a Portuguese teachers' union, is demanding information from the government regarding the number of unfilled vacancies in recent teacher recruitment competitions. The union seeks transparency on how many positions remained vacant after the application process.

Fenprof, a Portuguese teachers' union, criticized a new requirement for a multi-purpose certificate for higher education access, calling it a 'serious setback' for vulnerable students, while the government justifies it as a harmonization measure.
Fenprof, a teachers' union in Portugal, has called for a national demonstration this Saturday, as educators express persistent doubts and concerns despite recent communication from the education minister.

The Portuguese teachers' union Fenprof has expressed doubts regarding the daily teacher hiring competition, demanding clarity on its practical implementation, while the Ministry promises a drastic reduction of unplaced teachers using AI.
A competition for artistic education teachers in Portugal is scheduled for June, a move welcomed by Fenprof as it corrects an 'unjustified delay' that had placed these educators at a disadvantage.

The Fenprof teachers' union has welcomed the Ministry of Education's competition for psychologists, therapists, and other specialists, but cautioned about inadequate ratios and persistent staff shortages in schools.

Fenprof, a Portuguese teachers' union, is advocating against any curriculum revision that does not include the input and experience of educators, emphasizing the need for a serious and transparent debate.

The Portuguese teachers' union Fenprof has scheduled a demonstration for May 16 and is threatening to go on strike. The union vows to "continue and intensify the struggle" for the revision of the Teaching Career Statute if their demands are ignored.

Teachers in artistic education are demanding an end to precarious employment, with the Fenprof secretary-general stating it is 'unacceptable for a teacher to live their professional life without ceasing to be a contractor for decades,' affecting around 200 teachers.

The Fenprof teachers' union in Portugal has rejected the latest government proposal regarding the Teacher Career Statute, threatening further industrial action as negotiations remain at an impasse.

The Fenprof teachers' union has accused the government of losing control and stated that the minister cannot continue, holding the government responsible and filing a complaint with the Attorney General's Office. The union now admits that the grading of national exams without complete information for evaluators may constitute an 'illicit act'.

FENPROF, a Portuguese teachers' union, has filed a complaint with the Attorney General's Office requesting an inquiry into alleged irregularities in the grading of national exams. Concerns have been raised by teachers and officials regarding incomplete answers and the overall process.
A regulation has been signed that had prevented researchers in state laboratories from progressing in their careers since 2008, with Fenprof notably excluded from the unions that reached an agreement with the government.

The secretary-general of FENPROF, José Feliciano Costa, stated there are no guarantees that the correction of 12th-grade Portuguese exams has begun, blaming the Ministry of Education's reorganization for the 'chaos' in national exams.
Fenprof, a Portuguese teachers' union, has accused the government of financing 'child depots' in nurseries by providing complementary funding for extended operating hours.

The Portuguese teachers' union Fenprof stated that the rejection of the labor package was a result of workers' persistent struggle against attacks on their rights. The federation also deemed the pace of negotiations unacceptable.
The National Federation of Teachers (FENPROF) in Portugal plans to report alleged abuses in temporary contracts and salary discrimination affecting thousands of teachers and specialized technicians to the European Commission, demanding corrective action.

The Fenprof teachers' union announced its adherence to the general strike scheduled for June 3rd. This announcement was accompanied by appeals for widespread participation in the upcoming nationwide industrial action.
Portuguese teacher unions, like Fenprof, argue that government proposals devalue the teaching career, while the PSP police union accuses the government of a "mathematical misconception" regarding the reinforcement of 400 new agents. Both unions express dissatisfaction with the government's plans for public sector careers.

Several public sector unions in Portugal have issued strike notices for this Friday, with Fenprof specifically allowing teachers to participate in a national demonstration organized by CGTP.

Fenprof has accused the Portuguese Ministry of Education of failing to open vacancies and applications for over a hundred artistic education teachers, despite guarantees from Fernando Alexandre about new competitions in June.
Fenprof, a teachers' union in Portugal, has criticized the permanent appointment of specialized technicians as 'insufficient,' calling for a consistent strategy to address the structural issue.
Fenprof, a Portuguese teachers' union, has denounced "critical levels" of teacher shortages, particularly worsening in Porto, estimating that approximately 40,000 students lacked classes in at least one subject during the second academic term.
The Portuguese teachers' union Fenprof has announced a demonstration for May 16th and is considering strikes in the third term, accusing the government of crossing 'red lines' regarding professional qualification for teaching.
Fenprof, the Portuguese teachers' union, has criticized the Chega party for promoting 'hate speech' at the Futurália event, stating that the messages contained 'ideas that attack human dignity' and democracy.

'We do not accept that the right to demonstrate is curtailed in the name of a supposed creation of conditions,' says Fenprof, considering the government's decision to exclude Stop 'a serious precedent'.

Fenprof, the Portuguese teachers' union, has criticized the Education Minister, stating he has lost control and lacks the political conditions to continue. The union's remarks follow teachers spending the night correcting exams, highlighting systemic issues.

FENPROF, a Portuguese teachers' union, has strongly criticized the payment of overtime for exams, labeling it 'pathetic.' The union's statement highlights dissatisfaction with the current compensation system for educators.
Private nurseries in Portugal are indignant and criticizing the teachers' union Fenprof for its stance and a reference to 'child deposits' after the government announced extended support for private nurseries.

Fenprof, a Portuguese teachers' union, has strongly criticized the government for the 'chaos' surrounding recent exams, deeming the government's lack of accountability 'unacceptable.' The union highlighted significant issues in the examination process.

Fenprof, a teachers' union, reported a failure in the second day of correcting 12th-grade Portuguese exams, as some teachers lacked the necessary credentials for the new digital correction system, with classifications due by July 5.

Fenprof, a teachers' union in Portugal, claims that schools are being pressured to administer ModA exams despite not meeting the required regulatory conditions for supervision.

The Portuguese government has presented new regulations for scholarships, which have drawn criticism from Fenprof for allegedly excluding vulnerable students from higher education. Fenprof views this as a significant setback for inclusion policies.
Thousands of teachers, led by Fenprof, demonstrated in Portugal against the revision of the Teaching Career Statute and the new labor package, announcing their participation in a general strike on June 3.

Fenprof, the Portuguese teachers' union, is initiating a "week of reflection and struggle" starting Friday. The federation will travel across the country until April 30, holding meetings and a national survey to gather feedback from teachers regarding the Ministry of Education's proposals.
A general strike organized by CGTP and various unions, including teachers' federation Fenprof and public sector workers' union STAL, is set to impact schools and public services on Friday, April 17th.

According to Fenprof, there is no schedule, guidance, or clarification regarding the process for opening public competitions for music and dance teachers, highlighting a lack of information.

The FENPROF union has demanded answers in the Portuguese Parliament regarding the legal and salary regimes for teachers of Portuguese abroad, which have been frozen for 16 years, leaving many feeling "abandoned."

Discussions on the teaching career status have resumed between Portugal's Ministry of Education and teacher unions, with Fenprof anticipating no progress and scheduling a demonstration for May 16.

A Fenprof "considera indispensável colocar no centro do debate político e social a necessidade de medidas estruturais" a apoiar os docentes. Serão entregues postais de protesto ao primeiro-ministro.

Fenprof condemns Chega for using Futurália to expose "young students to messages of a populist, authoritarian nature, deeply incompatible with the values" of the Constitution.
The Portuguese teachers' union Fenprof abandoned a negotiation meeting after the Secretary of State refused to meet with the Stop union, which was protesting outside the Ministry of Education.