AVP Lawmaker Honors Teachers as 'Heart of Education' at School Year Launch

Aruban parliamentarian Jennifer Arends-Reyes of the AVP party issued a public message marking the start of the 2026-2027 school year, extending warm wishes to teachers, students, parents, principals, and school staff. In her statement, she emphasized that teachers are the heart of Aruba's education system and deserve recognition not just in words but in concrete action. Her remarks highlight ongoing political attention to the status and working conditions of educators on the island. The message signals AVP's positioning on education as a key issue heading into the new academic year. While the statement is ceremonial in nature, it reflects broader conversations in Aruba about adequately valuing and compensating teaching professionals. No specific policy proposals were announced alongside the message.