Banyumas district is grappling with a critical teacher shortage, with 1,778 vacancies across elementary and junior high schools, according to local education authorities. To address the gap, the Education Office has turned to students participating in KKN (Community Service Program) to assist in classrooms. The move highlights the strain on public education resources as demand for qualified educators outpaces availability. Authorities are reportedly relying on temporary support while seeking long-term solutions to fill the shortage.
Banyumas Faces Shortage of 1,778 Elementary and Junior High School Teachers, Education Office Relies on KKN Students Kompas.com
