As technology is shaping the future of education worldwide, many schools in Albania still lack the necessary infrastructure. Nevruz Kaptelli, president of the independent education union, has raised this concern. According to him, education in Albania is far from the standards required by other developed countries. Despite numerous requests to improve technological conditions, Kaptelli points out that the lack of high-speed internet and digital devices remains a major obstacl

Today, in the schools under RGDE Korçë, the Albanian language takes center stage! The National Albanian Language Competition for ninth-grade students has begun. This competition is a beautiful journey into our mother tongue, a space where thought takes shape, feelings are expressed, and carefully chosen words turn into emotion. It is an opportunity for students to demonstrate how well they can use Albanian and how deeply they feel it. Behind every effort is the dedicated work

Korçë / Informative and awareness-raising meetings continue in schools. In implementation of the cooperation agreement between the Ministry of Interior and the Ministry of Education and Sports, under the program "Youth Safety," the Police services continued awareness sessions with students of 9-year and secondary schools in the Korçë district. The most recent meetings were held by the assistant specialists of the Korçë Police Directorate for school education, in collaboration

As part of the implementation of the cooperation agreement between the Ministry of the Interior and the Ministry of Education and Sports, for the execution of the program “Youth Safety,” Police services have continued awareness-raising meetings with students of nine-year and secondary schools in the Korçë district. The latest meetings were conducted by assistant specialists of the Korçë Local Police Directorate for school education, in cooperation with the staff of the nine-y

By: Matilda Kurti In our country, teachers with 15 years of experience in secondary education work with passion, dedication, and a strong sense of responsibility for future generations. But the financial reality they face is shocking. The average gross monthly salary, around 100,000 lek, is barely enough for survival, with no year-end bonus and no compensation for commuting from their place of residence, which previously existed but has now been removed. At the same time, in

Starting from January 2026, teachers’ salaries will increase by 3,000 lek per month, as part of the government’s new policy on annual indexation of public-sector wages. The reform aims to create a fairer pay system and motivate teachers to help improve the quality of education. The Albanian government has announced a new salary policy that will come into force on January 1, 2026, which provides for the yearly indexation of wages for public administration employees at both cen

Here is the English translation: Korça’s outstanding high school students! 77 high school students from Korça’s public and non-public schools have been awarded the Excellence Scholarship by the municipality again this year. With their dedication, hard work, and determination, these young people have become an inspiration to their peers and a valuable asset for the future of Korça. Congratulations to all of them! We are proud of you and will continue to support you at every st

Albania urgently needs to strengthen Early Childhood Education and Care as a form of support for the development of human capital and participation in the labor market. In the World Bank’s latest Public Finance Review for Albania, it is emphasized that despite the increase in public spending for this sector, it still remains low compared to international standards. The report notes that Albania is experiencing rising demand for these services despite demographic decline. “Acc

Here is the Starting from September next year, first, sixth, and tenth grade classes will have updated textbooks. For the Ministry of Education, this is part of the reform aimed at modernizing the pre-university system and comes as a necessary response to current developments. “To have students who use critical thinking well and to align the curriculum with what is happening and with the labor market. In other words, to have a student who will be capable tomorrow of facing th

Although my path began as a Mathematics teacher, today, on the Alphabet Day of the Albanian Language, my heart honors just as strongly our golden letters. At its core, teaching is the same: building bridges, opening minds, and nurturing a love of knowledge, whether for numbers or words. As the director of DRAP, I feel even prouder today that in our educational institutions we cultivate the values of the Albanian language every day, preserving our identity and giving children

Here is the full post from RDPUE Korçë: "Alphabet Day brings us together in a special event! RDPUE Korçë, in collaboration with the Korçë County Council and Local Education Offices, is organizing the competition “The High School Student: Essay & Inspiration.” This activity brings together students from all high schools in Korçë County, aiming to encourage creativity and critical thinking. This year’s theme: “A Light of Freedom in the Darkness of War: The Republic of Korçë.” T

The 9-year school “Sotir Gurra,” one of the oldest schools in Korçë, is being reconstructed. 640 students and 47 teachers of this school will conduct classes in fully renovated facilities and modern conditions. The reconstruction includes all indoor and outdoor areas of the school, improving classrooms, laboratories, teachers’ spaces, and the modern gym for sports activities. Thank you to the students, teachers, and parents for their understanding and continuous support. Educ

Prof. Dr. Lorenc Ekonomi, Rector of “Fan S. Noli” University, based on the decision of the Institutional Election Commission, appointed Prof. Assoc. Dr. Aida Gabeta as Dean of the Faculty of Economics, while wishing her success in her new role. During a meeting organized for this occasion, the academic and assistant academic staff of the Faculty also congratulated the new Dean and wished her success in her ongoing work. Dean Gabeta expressed her gratitude and thanks for the t

Under the motto of “modernizing Albanian education”, starting from September 2026, grades I, VI, and X will undergo changes to the school curriculum. The focus will be on strengthening students’ key competencies, including language, mathematics, and digital skills. The Ministry of Education and Sports has planned a broad revision of school textbooks as part of the new updates to the Pre-University Education Curriculum Framework. So far, there has been no official announcement

On its official Facebook page, GDUE Korçë, and specifically its director, Vinjola Rota posted: “The reopening of the French Lyceum in Korçë, a new step in cooperation. At the Prefecture of Korçë, the closing session of the Steering Committee for the project to reopen the French Lyceum in Korçë was held, with the participation of the Minister of Education, Mirela Kumbaro, the Prefect Nertil Jole, and the expert of the French government, Jérôme Lebars. This project, supported b

Awareness meetings continue in schools to enhance the safety of children and youth. Within the framework of the cooperation agreement between the Ministry of Interior and the Ministry of Education and Sports for implementing the national program “Youth Safety,” the Korçë Police services are continuing a series of informative and educational meetings with students in the district’s nine-year schools. The latest meetings were conducted by the assistant specialists of the Korçë

From January 1, 2026, all public administration employees in Albania will receive a new salary increase as part of the government’s annual indexing policy. This initiative aims to protect employees’ purchasing power and ensure a fairer distribution of income within the public sector. According to the official announcement, teachers will receive an additional 3,000 lek per month, while increases for other employee categories will range up to 10,000 lek, depending on their role

The “My language” project concludes, with “Sevasti Qiriazi” school declared the winner “My language,” a comprehensive social initiative launched by the Korçë County Council, focused on the knowledge of 5th-grade students from several schools in language and literature, as well as their talents in dance, singing, and performance. The winners of the final day were the students of “Sevasti Qiriazi” school, edging out the other schools by a very small margin. “KORÇA BOOM”

Beyond the official figures, the reality of Albanian teachers is filled with pressure and fear. Ilir Bodini, head of the teachers’ union for Kamza, revealed a troubling side of their daily lives during the morning show “Kafe Shqeto” on Syri TV. “When teachers share their concerns with us, they always end the conversation with the words ‘please, let this stay between us,’” said Bodini. According to him, this atmosphere of fear has directly influenced the results of the TALIS s

As artificial intelligence becomes part of daily life, education is also facing new challenges. Experts call for an update of the education system and the training of teaching staff to adapt to digital innovations that are already directly influencing the way students learn. According to a report by journalist Sonila Musai, the use of artificial intelligence is changing the way students learn, sparking a new debate about the future of education. Expert Arlind Zoto, in an inte