Minister of Education guarantees funds for the rehabilitation of the emblematic Nossa Senhora do Monte School in Brava, says MP Samuel Varela
Nova Sintra City, April 11, 2025 (Bravanews) - In a scheduled visit to the Minister of Education, Dr. Amadeu Cruz, Samuel Varela, National Deputy for the Brava Electoral Circle expressed his deep concern about the current state of the historic and emblematic Nossa Senhora do Monte School.

In exclusive statements to Bravanews, this representative of the Nation said that he was very satisfied because the meeting resulted in concrete guarantees from the Minister.
According to the information he provided, the Ministry of Education has already made the necessary funds available for the complete rehabilitation of this important school complex. For Varela, this decision unequivocally demonstrates the government's goodwill and commitment to Ilha Brava, prioritizing the creation of decent teaching and learning conditions for local students.
The situation of the Nossa Senhora do Monte School, with its rich history and fundamental role in the education of countless generations, has been a cause for growing concern due to the urgent need for structural interventions. The confirmation of the release of funds for its rehabilitation brings significant relief to students, parents, teachers and the entire Bravense community.
During the same visit to the Minister of Education, other crucial issues for the island's education system were also raised. In particular, the need for intervention in other schools and school complexes was discussed, namely the Sena Barcelos School, located in Nova Sintra, which also needs attention and improvements.
Another important point discussed was the completion of the work on the Furna School. The completion of this project is seen as essential to guaranteeing access to quality education for the children and young people of that locality. The expectation is that, with the same commitment shown in relation to the Nossa Senhora do Monte School, the Ministry of Education will also prioritize the resolution of these other demands.
Varela ended by saying that the guarantee of funds for the rehabilitation of the Nossa Senhora do Monte School represents an important milestone for education on Ilha Brava. It is a clear sign that the community's concerns have been heard and that the government is sensitive to local needs. The expectation now is that the bureaucratic processes will progress quickly so that the rehabilitation work can begin as soon as possible, providing a safe, modern and inspiring learning environment for the students of Brava.
This positive development will certainly bring a new spirit to the island's educational community, reinforcing the importance of collaboration between the population and government bodies in the quest for quality education for all. We will be closely monitoring the next steps in this process and will bring you more information as soon as it becomes available.
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