School of Nossa Senhora do Monte in a continuous state of degradation, before the incredulous eyes of the residents and incomprehensible silence from the authorities

Ilha Brava, Jul 2, 2023 (Bravanews) - The Escola de Nossa Senhora do Monte, located on the beautiful Ilha Brava, has been facing a degrading situation that arouses concern and indignation in the local educational community. The state of abandonment and neglect that the school is in is a real shame, reflecting the lack of investment and priority in education.

The institution's students and professors have struggled daily to overcome the obstacles imposed by the precarious conditions of the physical structure. Classrooms have cracked walls, collapsed ceilings, broken windows and leaks, compromising the safety and comfort of students. In addition, the lack of proper maintenance resulted in electrical and plumbing problems, affecting the basic functioning of the school.

This shameful situation reveals the lack of commitment of the competent authorities with education on Ilha Brava. It is regrettable to see that the school, which should be a space for growth and training, has become a degraded environment, where students are deprived of a decent and quality education.

For a teacher who did not want his name to be revealed, “in the face of this reality, the school community at Escola de Nossa Senhora do Monte demands immediate action from local and national authorities. It is essential that investments are made to reform and modernize the physical structure of the school, guaranteeing a safe and adequate environment for learning”. In addition, it is necessary to provide the necessary resources so that teachers can play their role effectively, offering an excellent education to students.

Education is a fundamental right of all citizens, and it is the duty of the State to ensure that this right is enforced. The situation of the Escola de Nossa Senhora do Monte on Ilha Brava is an alarming example of the lack of investment in education, an issue that calls for urgent attention and concrete solutions.

As long as the situation persists, the school community and the citizens of Ilha Brava will continue to denounce this shameful degradation and demand a quality education for their children. After all, investing in education is investing in the nation's future.