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France to Reschedule Brevet Exam After Deadly Storm Disruptions

Education Minister Élisabeth Borne has vowed that no candidates will face penalties following regional impact assessments ahead of new exam dates to be announced today.

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Overview

  • On June 25, violent thunderstorms across France caused two fatalities and left at least 17 people injured.
  • A total of 865,881 students were due to sit the national brevet exam on June 26 and 27 amid centre closures and transport interruptions.
  • Élisabeth Borne pledged during a visit to Collège Chaptal in Paris that no student would be penalized for weather-related absences or delays.
  • Departments nationwide are compiling reports on examination centre damage and travel disruptions to identify affected candidates.
  • The Ministry of National Education will publish specific makeup dates for students unable to attend by the end of the day.