The number 2 candidate for the PP of Almería in the Andalusian Parliament has emphasized the educational policies implemented by the Andalusian Government in recent years. She announced that the next legislature will focus on diversity attention, Vocational Training, teacher stability, and family support.
These statements were made in front of the Kina Jiménez Professional Dance Conservatory, a building that, according to the candidate, became a reality thanks to the current Andalusian Government's management. The popular leader stated that the political change has benefited Andalusia, especially Almería and its educational system, highlighting the transformation in infrastructure and the expansion of educational offerings.
In the province of Almería, the Junta de Andalucía has carried out nearly 400 works on educational infrastructure, with an investment of 94 million euros. Projects mentioned include the Dance Conservatory, the institute in Huércal de Almería, the school in Viator, and the Campos de Níjar Norte center, in addition to numerous improvements and rehabilitations. Currently, projects worth 40 million euros are underway, including institutes in Las Salinas and Las Marinas in Roquetas de Mar, the one in Almerimar-Matagorda, the school in Terreros, and improvements at the IES Alhadra in the capital.
“"Against the discourse of privatization, what we are doing is increasing public Vocational Training places by 70%."
The commitment to Vocational Training is clear, with Almería having 27,000 new entry places in training cycles and specialization courses, representing an increase of 11,000 places compared to the 2018-2019 academic year. The goal is to consolidate dual Vocational Training, and nearly 30,000 new Vocational Training places are expected for the next academic year, with a special focus on distance and modular learning.
Regarding diversity attention, the Andalusian Government is working to extend schooling for students with special educational needs up to 21 years of age. The maintenance of specific special education centers is also defended, and the increase in specialized professionals in Andalusian educational centers is valued. Another objective is to reduce the student-to-teacher ratio, with a maximum of 22 students in three-year-old classes for the next academic year, progressively extending to other educational stages. Efforts to stabilize teaching staff have been highlighted, with 40,000 positions announced in the last five years.
Finally, the commitment to free early childhood education from 0 to 3 years is reiterated, which already benefits over 130,000 families in the one and two-year age groups, with the goal of extending it to the entire stage. The Andalusian Government's educational project aims to foster positive coexistence in schools and regulate minors' access to social networks to prevent conflicts.
