KTOEÖS Press Statement at Nicosia Anatolian Fine Arts High School – BRTK Coverage
The Cyprus Turkish Secondary Education Teachers’ Union (KTOEÖS) has raised concerns about the Ministry of National Education accepting students who fail exams through favoritism. In a recent press conference held at the Nicosia Anatolian Fine Arts High School, KTOEÖS President Selma Eylem criticized the Ministry for their handling of student admissions.
Eylem claimed that this year, a student was accepted into the 11th grade at the school despite failing the exam. She also alleged that some students who failed the exam were admitted after a secret exam took place 2.5 months after the objection period had passed. According to Eylem, the Ministry is fostering a culture of favoritism and bribery within the education system.
Furthermore, KTOEÖS Secretary General Tahir Gökçebel highlighted issues with the physical and legal arrangements of schools, stating that the Ministry was not effectively managing the education process. Gökçebel emphasized the need for a radical change to improve the quality of education, especially at institutions like Nicosia Anatolian Fine Arts High School.
The union’s criticisms come amidst a growing concern for transparency and fairness in education policies and practices in Cyprus. As the debate continues, it remains to be seen how the Ministry of National Education will address these accusations and work towards creating a more equitable and effective education system for all students.
