The uniform can't hide the crisis: how the school year begins in Cuba
The school year starts with a shortage of uniforms, a teacher deficit above 25%, and blackouts disrupting classes.
Official claim
“Education is universal, free and of unquestionable excellence.”
A long-standing banner of the Revolution's international propaganda.
The documented reality
Camagüey is short 2,468 teachers and 19 schools have closed; in Sancti Spíritus only 68.2% of teaching positions are filled.
Verified records and reports (2)
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Classrooms without teachers: Camagüey needs 2,468 teachers and has closed 19 schools
In May 2026, Camagüey reported a shortfall of 2,468 teachers and 19 closed schools, and Sancti Spíritus filled only 68.2% of its teaching posts.