French high school students are expressing widespread dissatisfaction with their learning conditions, leading to protests that have spread across the country. The demonstrations, which began in the Paris region, involve demands for improved school facilities, the replacement of absent teachers, and better study conditions. Students also criticize the stress caused by the college admissions platform Parcoursup, which they say adds to their workload and anxiety. Saphia Guerischi, a nurse in the National Education system and general secretary of the SNICS (National Union of School Nurses), highlights the overloaded schedules of students as a primary concern. According to Guerischi, high school students in France generally have between 28 and 35 hours of prescribed classes per week in the general and technological tracks, placing the country among the densest systems for high school students in terms of workload. She notes that while the impact of school schedules and workload varies depending on individual students, teachers, and classroom dynamics, students generally show a lot of resilience. However, this resilience seems to be reaching its limits, as students are no longer accepting the current conditions. The protests reflect a growing frustration with the pressures of the education system, which many feel is not adequately addressing the needs of students. The situation has drawn attention from educators and parents, who are calling for reforms to reduce the burden on students and improve the overall quality of education. The demonstrations have led to school closures in several areas, with students walking out of classes to voice their concerns. Authorities have acknowledged the students' grievances and are considering ways to address the issues raised, including improving school infrastructure and reducing the number of hours students are required to attend classes. The situation remains under close watch as the education system grapples with the challenge of balancing academic rigor with student well-being.