The Deputy Minister of Education, Driton Sulejmani, has addressed concerns regarding the potential reduction of specialized educational offerings for the upcoming academic year. He acknowledged that low student enrollment interest presents a recurring challenge, potentially impacting the establishment of certain parallel classes within vocational high schools. According to Sulejmani, this pattern is observable almost annually, particularly affecting three-year qualification tracks.
Furthermore, the situation extends to certain four-year profiles, including textiles, machinery, and communication and multimedia, in major urban centers such as Skopje, Kumanovo, Tetovo, Gostivar, and Ohrid. However, the Deputy Minister issued a clarification, stating that the possibility of reduced offerings does not equate to an automatic closure of the programs. He noted that the primary factors contributing to this uncertainty are insufficient student interest in specific academic profiles and a general decline in the overall student population base.
Sulejmani indicated that while there is a possibility that some specific parallel classes or specialized directions may not be formed for the new year, he emphasized that this assessment must be managed carefully. The official statement confirmed that the concern relates to potential restructuring rather than definitive termination of educational pathways. The ministry continues to monitor enrollment figures to ensure the continuity of vocational training options for students.
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