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High School Student Movement Slows After Promise of 3,000 Substitute Teachers

The high school student movement is slowing down after the government promised to urgently deploy 3,000 substitute teachers. Still, about 150 schools remain closed and another day of protests is scheduled for Tuesday.


Léa Marchand
Léa Marchand
October 11, 2026  ·  1 min read
B-Empire Magazine
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The high school student movement is in a “clear slowdown” following the announcement of the urgent deployment of 3,000 substitute teachers, the government stated on Friday, according to France 24.

However, approximately 150 schools remain closed, indicating that mobilization is still ongoing.

A new day of protests is planned for Tuesday, leaving uncertainty about the movement’s future trajectory.

Authorities are also considering possible academic sanctions against students who participated in the demonstrations.

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