Expansion of the Special Group to 15 schools depends on voting by the organizations, says president of Liesa
The president of the Independent League of Samba Schools (Liesa) announced that the proposed increase of the Special Group in the Rio Carnival from 12 to 15 schools will require approval from the schools themselves through a vote.
Cavaliere follows Paes and speaks about 15 schools in the Special Group of the Rio carnival; Liesa says it was 'caught by surprise'
Rio de Janeiro's new mayor, Eduardo Cavaliere, has announced an increase in samba schools for the carnival from 12 to 15, a plan that caught the samba league off guard.
'The law on paper is so beautiful': parents complain about the lack of caregivers in public schools in Campinas
Parents in Campinas, Brazil, express serious concerns over the lack of caregivers for children with disabilities in public schools, which has led to many children not attending classes.
The minister is furious about gang recruitment at special schools: 'Brutal and cynical'
The Swedish Minister has expressed outrage over gangs recruiting children with intellectual disabilities near special schools, highlighting the issue's severity and the government's commitment to address it.
The Alarm: Special Schools Have Become Targets for Criminal Networks
A report reveals that special schools in Stockholm are being targeted by criminal gangs seeking to recruit children with intellectual disabilities.
More and more are struggling in vocational schools – teacher concerned: "The role of education is not to replace social and health services"
The expansion of compulsory education in Finland has brought an increasing number of students with special support needs into vocational schools, leading to concerns over their ability to meet educational targets.
Inclusive education for children with different needs in schools still poses challenges
The article discusses the struggles faced in inclusive education for children with ADHD in Latvian schools.
Inclusive education for children with different needs in schools still poses difficulties
Inclusive education for children with different needs in Latvia is facing significant challenges, particularly in providing an accommodating learning environment for those with conditions like ADHD.
Nigeria: Special Report - How Families Coped With 10-Year Closure of 23 Schools in Oyo
A community initiative led to the reopening of 23 primary schools in Oyo, Nigeria, after a decade-long closure due to security concerns and boundary conflicts.
Aggressive child beats peer after club: the court said who is to blame
A court has determined accountability in the case of a violent child who assaulted a peer, raising concerns among parents and educators about safety in schools in Klaipeda.
End of privileges for Ukrainians in Poland. Schools received a few months' notice
Poland will end special privileges granted to Ukrainian refugees by a law effective March 5, 2026, affecting residency, work, and education.
Scoring of samba schools in Belém is scheduled for this Tuesday, 3; see summary of the special group parades
The scoring of samba schools in Belém will take place on Tuesday, following festive parades that celebrated local traditions and culture despite challenging weather conditions.
Faith and history mark the special group parades of the samba schools of Belém
The special group parades of samba schools in Belém, Brazil, showcased themes of faith, ancestry, and history amid vibrant participation, despite rainy weather.
Carnival Themes of Belém 2026: Know What Each Samba School Will Bring to Aldeia Cabana
Eight samba schools from the Special Group will perform in Belém's Aldeia Cabana, celebrating Pará's culture through their themes.
Disability Assistance: Special Schools Sound the Alarm: State Reimburses Construction Costs Too Late
Special schools in Germany are facing financial challenges as the state delays reimbursement of construction costs for a new school designed to support emotionally and socially challenged children.
Multi-billion plan for schools unveiled as children in Year 2 onwards to get new system
A multi-billion pound investment is set to reform mainstream schools by enhancing support for children with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND).
What you need to know about changes coming to UK schools under SEND reforms
The UK government is implementing a significant overhaul of the special educational needs (SEND) system, set to begin in September 2029, with a focus on inclusivity and reduced wait times for support.
13 bombshell changes to schools from new SEND support and classroom shake-up
New plans have been announced in the UK to reform the special educational needs and disabilities system in schools, focusing on greater support and inclusivity for students.
Keir Starmer makes key promise as major school SEND plans announced
Keir Starmer has pledged to enhance support for families with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) through a £4 billion funding initiative for mainstream schools.
Mainstream schools to receive extra funding for SEND pupils as part of £4bn package
The UK government is allocating an additional £4 billion to mainstream schools to enhance support for pupils with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND).
Stakeholders urge government to fund inclusive schools, expand therapy access
Stakeholders in Nigeria have called on the Federal Government to provide urgent funding for inclusive schools and increase access to therapy services for children with special needs.
Five former education secretaries urge Labour MPs to back government’s Send reforms in open letter
Five former UK education secretaries have urged Labour MPs to support government reforms aimed at improving the special education system in English schools.
Maricá Union champions: see how the samba schools ranking with the most titles of the Golden Series looks
Maricá Union won the Golden Series of the Rio Carnival in 2026, marking their first title in this category and securing a spot in the Special Group for 2027.
Read all the justifications from the Special Group jurors
The Independent League of Samba Schools (Liesa) released the justifications for the scores given during Rio's Carnival by its jurors on Thursday, detailing the evaluation process.
Schools in England to receive budget for children with special needs as part of Send overhaul
The UK government will provide individual budgets to mainstream schools in England to support children with special needs, addressing chronic issues in the current SEND system.
Expectations for the Korea-Japan "Andong Summit" [Special Correspondent Column]
The article discusses ongoing calls for the Japanese government to provide equal educational rights for Korean schools in Japan, highlighting protests and historical context surrounding the issue.
Viradouro Champion: see which samba schools have the most titles in the Rio carnival
Viradouro is the champion of the Special Group of the Rio de Janeiro Carnival in 2026, achieving its fourth title and tying with Unidos da Tijuca.
Evaluation of Rio's Special Group has a new scoring model with 26 sub-criteria
The evaluation of Rio's Special Group introduces a new scoring model with 26 sub-criteria to assess samba schools more intricately in the Carnival.
Samba theme will be the tiebreaker in the results of the Special Group in Rio
For the 2026 Carnival in Rio de Janeiro, the samba theme will serve as the tiebreaker for the Special Group schools, following a draw by Liesa.
Rio’s samba schools dazzle in high-stakes carnival showdown
The Carnival in Rio de Janeiro featured vibrant performances by elite samba schools, showcasing music and dance in a high-stakes competition.
Eve of the Apuração in RJ Features Indirect Exchanges, Pressure, and Signs of Splits in the Carnival Power
The last day of the Rio de Janeiro Carnival's Special Group parades sees public remarks and pressure on the Liesa and judges, with hints of internal conflicts among samba schools.
PHOTOS: See the queens and muses on the 3rd day of special group parades in Rio
The article showcases highlights from the third day of special group parades in Rio de Janeiro, focusing on the queens and muses of various samba schools.
Four schools excite Sapucaí on the second night of the Special Group parade in Rio
Four samba schools showcased their themes, including rock, candomblé, samba rhythms, and literature during the second night of the Rio Special Group parade.
Mocidade Alegre is the champion of the 2026 Carnaval in SP: see the most victorious samba schools of the Paulista carnival
Mocidade Alegre has won the 2026 São Paulo Carnaval, securing its 13th title in the Special Group's history.
Rosas de Ouro, from champion to relegated in SP's Special Group; Águia de Ouro also falls
The samba schools Rosas de Ouro and Águia de Ouro have been relegated from São Paulo's Special Group following this year's Carnival results, and they will compete in the Access Group I in 2027.
Edo to support special needs schools, hails teachers’ sacrifice
The Edo State Government has praised the efforts of the Nigeria Association of Special Education Teachers and has committed to ongoing support for special needs education in the state.
From bronze to plastic: what the trophies of the samba schools in the Special Group of SP are made of
The awards given to the top samba schools in São Paulo's Carnival are made from various materials, reflecting their placements.
Acadêmicos do Tucuruvi and Pérola Negra ascend to the Special Group of São Paulo Carnival
The samba schools Acadêmicos do Tucuruvi and Pérola Negra will parade in the Special Group of the São Paulo Carnival in 2027 after leading the rankings of the Access Group.
PHOTOS: See the highlights from the second night of parades of the Special Group in Rio
The second night of the Special Group parades in Rio de Janeiro showcased performances by notable samba schools, including tributes to the iconic Brazilian singer Rita Lee.
Celebrities attend the 2nd day of the Special Group parades of Rio de Janeiro at Sapucaí; see PHOTOS
The second and final day of parades for the Special Group schools of the Rio de Janeiro Carnival featured many celebrities enjoying the festivities at Sapucaí.
Four schools open the Special Group parades at Sapucaí
The first night of parades celebrated the cultures of Rio Grande do Sul and Amapá, featuring tributes to Brazilian personalities.
Carnival in Nova Friburgo: four schools from the Special Group put on a show on the avenue; videos
Special Group samba schools thrilled the audience at the Nova Friburgo Carnival 2026 with joy, glamour, irreverence, and samba.
Liga-SP meets to draw the order of scoring for the Special Group parade; results will be announced on Tuesday
The São Paulo League of Samba Schools held a meeting to draw the order of scoring for the Special Group parade, with results set to be announced on Tuesday.
Four schools parade on the 2nd night of the Special Group with more tributes and a journey to Bahia Candomblé
The second night of the Rio de Janeiro Special Group parades features tributes to notable figures and a celebration of Candomblé.
Introducing Absolute Evaluation, but Special Purpose and Self-Governing High Schools Remain Intact?
There are discussions underway in South Korea regarding the shift from relative to absolute evaluation in education, but concerns arise about the implications for specialized high schools and the potential for increased educational inequality.
Special Group concludes the parades of Carnival 2026 in Manaus
The Special Group of Samba Schools in Manaus concluded the 2026 Carnival with spectacular parades, celebrating historical themes and cultural heritage.
Special group schools close the Carnival parades in Macapá after delays
Carnival events in Macapá culminated with the performances of samba schools despite delays during the programme.
Special Group starts with the biggest champions on a night of tributes to personalities
The Special Group of Rio de Janeiro kicks off with performances from the city's most celebrated samba schools, alongside tributes to notable personalities.
PHOTOS: special group schools close the 1st night of parades in Amapá
Three samba schools wrapped up the first night of special group parades in Macapá, Brazil, showcasing themes that highlight cultural diversity and social issues.
Dragões, Tatuapé and Vai-Vai stand out on the 1st day of the Special Group of the 2026 carnival in SP
The first day of the Special Group of São Paulo's 2026 carnival featured highlights from Dragões da Real, Acadêmicos do Tatuapé, and Vai-Vai, focusing on themes such as female empowerment, nature, and spirituality.