Sadaoui préside une conférence nationale avec les directeurs de l’éducation des wilayas
Summary of the National Conference on Education in Algeria: A Focus on Organizational and Administrative Matters
On Wednesday, Minister of National Education, Mohammed Seghir Sadaoui, convened a national conference aimed at guiding the directors of education across the wilayas (provinces) in Algeria. The primary focus of the conference was to provide orientations and instructions necessary to wrap up the pedagogical and administrative tasks associated with the second academic term and to ensure a thorough preparation for the upcoming third term in 2025. This initiative comes as part of a broader effort to enhance the educational framework in Algeria, as stated in an official communiqué from the Ministry.
During the conference, Minister Sadaoui reviewed the progress of various educational organization and management operations, analyzing each wilaya’s status. He commended the collective efforts of the educational community that contributed to the successful completion of the second term. He acknowledged the importance of adhering to performance and professional standards, emphasizing the need for schools to fulfill their educational commitments, such as correcting exams in classrooms with students, delivering report cards, and publishing grades on digital platforms for parental access.
However, he noted concerns raised by some directors of education regarding issues stemming from certain teachers affiliated with the National Autonomous Council of Education Sector Personnel (CNAPESTE). Reports indicated that these teachers were withholding grades and not participating in the necessary operations to finalize assessments, resulting in dissatisfaction among parents. In response, Sadaoui highlighted that the refusal to release grades constitutes a neglect of professional responsibilities toward students and should not be conflated with socio-professional issues. He asserted the importance of enforcing compliance among educators who refuse to submit grades.
Recognizing the serious nature of failing to meet these commitments, the minister asserted that this would be viewed as a significant professional failure that warrants legal action against those who do not comply. He provided strict directives to education directors to uphold the right to union representation within educational institutions while also advocating for continuous dialogue in accordance with Law 23-02. He reaffirmed the ministry’s commitment to fulfilling its obligations to social partners regarding the special status and compensation regime, announcing that discussions would commence on April 6th.
Sadaoui also informed participants that all unions, including CNAPESTE, had positively received the proposed procedures and shared their recommendations, leaving no justification for strikes or boycotts in the current context. He concluded the session by stressing the importance of keeping schools open during the first week of the spring break to offer supplementary courses and revision sessions, particularly for students preparing for national examinations.
Finally, the minister underscored the necessity for all parties involved to implement measures that ensure a smooth transition into the third term, optimizing conditions for student learning and success.
In summary, the national conference underscored the Algerian Ministry of Education’s commitment to addressing pedagogical and administrative issues while reinforcing the importance of collaboration among educational stakeholders. Minister Sadaoui’s emphasis on maintaining dialogue, complying with educational responsibilities, and supporting students’ needs highlights the approach being taken to enhance the educational system in Algeria as it prepares for the future.
