
19 School Days Lost: Chilean Schools Face Disruptions
Santiago, Chile – May 22, 2025 – A recent report highlights the significant disruption to classes at emblematic schools in Chile, with the Instituto Nacional experiencing 19 lost school days this year. María Teresa Romero, director of Escuelas Abiertas, a non-profit organization focused on educational access, spoke with La Metro FM about the issue. "This year alone, the Instituto Nacional has lost 19 days of classes," Romero stated, emphasizing the impact of various factors, including protests and unforeseen events. She detailed the organization's ongoing monitoring of class cancellations at the Instituto Nacional, attributing the losses to a combination of factors. The report underscores the challenges faced by Chilean schools and the need for solutions to minimize disruptions to students' education. Romero's insights provide valuable context for understanding the broader implications of these cancellations.