JÜRI GINTER ⟩ Is mandatory foreign language B in schools still necessary?
The article questions the necessity of mandatory foreign language B in Estonian schools, sparked by a daughter's inquiry about its practical use.
Vocational School Leader: With Estonian Language Education, We Send a Message to Primary Schools as Well
Estonian vocational schools will only accept students under Estonian-language programs starting next school year, aiming to send a message to transitioning primary schools.
Hendrik Agur: Transition Schools Should be Nationalized Even for a Time
Hendrik Agur advocates for the nationalization of transition schools in Estonia to promote Estonian-language education, particularly in the multicultural region of Ida-Virumaa.
PEETRI PILK ⟩ Martin Ehala: Nationalization of schools would save Estonian-language education in Ida-Virumaa
An analysis on how the nationalization of schools can preserve Estonian-language education in the Ida-Virumaa region.
Kallas on making the payment guidelines for educational tools more precise
Estonian Education Minister Kristina Kallas announced plans to clarify the guidelines on which educational tools schools are responsible for covering costs.
Funding Principles of Schools Raise Many Questions in Educational Institutions
The Estonian Ministry of Education has raised questions about the financial responsibilities of schools regarding necessary educational materials and extracurricular activities.
New guide: should schools also purchase drawing tools and skis?
Estonian schools are questioning whether they should purchase additional educational supplies such as drawing tools and sporting equipment, following new guidance from the Ministry of Education.
THE STORY OF TWO TEACHERS ⟩ 'We carry every worry as a burden on our shoulders or we find rays of hope'
Two Estonian teachers share their experiences and motivations for teaching, highlighting the undervaluation of their profession amidst discussions of teacher shortages and low salaries.
EDITRIAL: The War for Language
A school principal's attempts to integrate the Estonian language into the curriculum of schools in Ida-Virumaa have sparked a sharp conflict.
Graduates of Russian-language schools have significantly worse English skills than graduates of Estonian-language schools
Graduates from Russian-language schools in Estonia perform significantly worse in English state exams compared to their counterparts from Estonian-language schools, with an average score difference of up to 20 points.
Report: Estonian Schools and Teachers Overwhelmed by Reforms Without Reducing Burden
A new report highlights that Estonian schools and teachers are inundated with reforms without any reduction in their existing workload.
CONCERN: Half of Schools Lack a Psychologist
Estonian officials emphasize the need to expand the presence of mental health specialists in schools to better address children's mental health issues.
The Ministry of Education merges two schools in Pärnu
The Estonian Ministry of Education has proposed a plan to merge the Pärnu Vocational Education Centre and the Pärnu Adult Gymnasium, creating the Pärnu Education Centre to start operating in the next school year.