Minister Kumbaro Announces Strengthened After-School Programs with Doubled Pay and Expanded Participation

The government approved a new decision to strengthen after-school educational programs in the pre-university system. The goal is to improve students’ school experience by offering a variety of activities.
Mirela Kumbaro, the Minister of Education, announced that the decision includes extending the time students spend at school beyond mandatory hours. This will be supplemented with activities such as arts and crafts, Olympiads, festivals, and other initiatives that are already part of the legally established educational program.
One of the key elements of this decision is providing financial support for after-school programs. The government has decided to double the payment for hours outside the mandatory teaching schedule, raising it to 1,000 old ALL per hour, up from the previously set 500 ALL.
The decision also allows for an expanded pool of contributors to be engaged in these programs. In addition to current educators, retired teachers and specialists in art, music, and crafts will be eligible.
According to Minister Kumbaro, this initiative aims to foster talent and encourage creative skills by providing students with a richer and more inclusive environment through activities beyond the mandatory curriculum.