The Guadeloupe section of the Socialist Party has voiced its support for high school students who have been mobilizing across the region, urging local authorities to address their concerns promptly. The Guadeloupean Federation of the Socialist Party has officially backed the student protests, which have seen large gatherings in front of various educational institutions. The party emphasizes that the students' demands—centered around resource shortages, baccalaureate reforms, and the Parcoursup application system—require urgent attention from the rectorate and the regional government. The student movement gained political backing on Monday, October 5, 2026, with a statement signed by Olivier Nicolas, the Federal Secretary General and National Secretary for Overseas Territories. The Socialist Party notes that the protests in Guadeloupe are growing in intensity, mirroring similar trends observed in mainland France, often referred to as the Hexagon. The party is calling on public authorities, especially the rectorate and the Guadeloupe Region, to listen to the students and respond swiftly to their concerns. According to the Socialist Party, the demands made by the students align closely with those raised by education sector trade unions in the previous week. The party highlights that schools in Guadeloupe, like those in the Hexagon, suffer from a lack of both human and material resources, which it claims has worsened teaching and learning conditions in many institutions. Additionally, the ongoing reforms of the baccalaureate—a French high school diploma—and the implementation of Parcoursup, an online platform for higher education applications, are seen as significant changes that have increased pressure on students and contributed to their concerns. The party is urging for an immediate dialogue between the authorities and student representatives, as well as the broader educational community. It argues that Guadeloupe's youth face significant challenges, including inequalities, difficulties in career orientation, and uncertainty about their future. The Socialist Party reaffirms its support for the right to peaceful protest, emphasizing that the movement should remain non-violent and focused on addressing the students' legitimate concerns.