CUBAN EDUCATIONAL SYSTEM

The 2014-2015 school year begins today in Cuba, where authorities will implement a series of changes aimed at raising education quality, a fundamental right all citizens of this island enjoy, free of charge.»

Faced with the challenge of implementing several transformations promoted by the Cuban Ministry of Education (Mined), Sancti Spíritus welcomed the new academic year this September 1st, when 434 schools opened their doors.»

Cuban President Raul Castro called to make a critical and constructive analysis of the process to implement the measures that are part of the update of the country’s economic model.»

After 52 years of their creation in Cuba, special education programs show successful results in Sancti Spiritus.»

The 9th edition of the 2014 International University Congress begins sessions today in Havana, focused on issues of social responsibility at those high education centers.»

Cuba is recognized worldwide for its high rates of implementation of the objectives of Education for Everyone, UNESCO stated today.»

Cuba is the country in Latin America and the Caribbean with the largest index in the Development of Education (IDE), says Unesco World Report 2013-2014 released in Paris.»

Average academic level among Sancti Spiritus population rose to tenth grade, which is considered the most outstanding educational achievement in the territory during the last 55 years.»

Seven-year-old girl lives in Sancti Spiritus Jose Marti Pediatric Hospital.»

Over 4 500 children attending first grade of primary education in Sancti Spiritus, became members of the Jose Marti Pioneer Organization (OPJM).»