School ceiling collapses in heavy rain

A light fixture fell from the ceiling at Jean-Jaurès high school in Saint-Clément-de-Rivière on September 30, during a severe flood warning. The incident occurred in the school cafeteria and was recorded on video, which was later shared online.

Flooding and mold damage visible

Other images from the school show flooded hallways and walls covered in mold. These conditions suggest that the building has been affected by water damage over time, likely due to the heavy rains and poor maintenance.

Student blockades face police resistance

Student blockades were forming across France to demand better learning conditions, but at Saint-Clément-de-Rivière high school, the planned actions on October 13 were disrupted by police. A small group tried to stage a blockade, but law enforcement arrested a 17-year-old organizer.

Student and teacher describe poor conditions

Nour, a student, said the movement lacked leadership and was difficult to organize without it. Teacher Jean-Philippe Fourestier, who is also a parent, described the school’s conditions as poor, including long hours for students and inadequate resources due to budget cuts. He mentioned water infiltration and mold as ongoing issues.

Heat and overcrowding during exams

Nour recalled last year’s bac exams, during which students faced extreme heat and overcrowded classrooms. She described being in a room with 18 students during a heatwave, highlighting the uncomfortable and unsafe conditions students have endured.