Holguin Ensures Education for Children in the Turquino Plan

The province of Holguin is ensuring the continuity of education for children living in hard-to-reach communities. Including those in the Turquino Plan, despite the challenges posed by the current energy crisis in the country.

With the largest school network in Cuba, the province has more than 800 primary schools located in rural areas. Approximately 100 of which are situated in remote locations. Within the municipalities of Frank País, Sagua de Tánamo, Cueto, Mayarí, and Moa. Miguel Leyva Fernández, head of education at the General Directorate of Education, told the Cuban News Agency.

Aiming to adapt the educational process to the current context. The provincial system is implementing measures to guarantee the continuity and efficiency of the 2025-2026 school year. With an emphasis on direct instruction and personalized guidance for each student, he added. Among the main provisions are the readjustment of schedules. Which, with the application of the principles of the Third Improvement Plan. Facilitate the use of time outside of class for sports, cultural, and extracurricular activities.

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Furthermore, they allow for greater flexibility in school entry and exit times. Emphasize strengthening the bond between the school and home to maintain communication. About student progress and any changes required by the current situation.

Regarding support for children with special needs. In the territories included in the Turquino Plan, 19 students were relocated to classrooms closer to their homes. Also where they continue their education with trained teachers. stated Yudelkis Rivera Olivares, head of this department in the state.

An example of the adopted approach was implemented in the Frank País district. Where several students were integrated into regular primary schools. Receiving direct attention from teachers according to their individual needs and the learning objectives for their grade level, she explained. The remaining isolated residential special education centers continue to provide stable care to students. Provided transportation conditions allow, she added.

Rural schools are among the most important sociocultural centers in hard-to-reach areas. So maintaining the continuity of the school year in these areas of Holguin province is a commitment. To ensuring equitable access to education for all children.

With information from CNA

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