Three days of debate in high schools, announced abruptly, have not gained universal support from unions. The initiative, which requires students and staff to engage in discussions over a short period, has drawn criticism from various education unions. Reports indicate concerns over a lack of preparation, perceived superficiality, and confusion over shifting responsibilities. Bruno Bobkiewicz, secretary general of SNPDEN-UNSA, called the announcements "unrealizable and irresponsible," stating that staff members reject implementing an "improvised and ambiguous" directive that places schools and colleagues in "great difficulty." The FSU-PERDIR union has demanded the immediate withdrawal of the directive and a return to calm based on "real answers to the demands of high school students." Meanwhile, the CFDT Éducation Formation Recherche Publiques acknowledged the importance of giving students a voice but argued that asking staff to organize these discussions "overnight" ignores the reality of their work and the diversity of situations. The SNec-CFTC also rejected the initiative, calling it "another 'grand oral' of the school, followed by reports and consultations without follow-up." The term "grand oral" refers to a public speaking exam that students in France must complete as part of their high school curriculum. The ministry of National Education has launched an online consultation accessible on the government platform Agora until October 23, 2026. This consultation aims to collect opinions and proposals on high school education, open to all participants. While the initiative allows for broader input, it remains to be seen how the collected contributions will be considered and what concrete follow-up will be provided. The response from unions suggests that the success of such initiatives will depend on clear communication, adequate preparation, and meaningful implementation.