Costa Rica’s Ministry of Public Education (MEP) has initiated a process to appoint approximately 16,000 temporary teachers to permanent positions under Law 10.777. A recent directive from the Civil Service focuses on the transitional aspects of the law, granting the MEP until November 17th to develop an institutional plan addressing vacant positions currently filled by interim staff. This plan will outline the procedures for transitioning these teachers into permanent roles. The move aims to stabilize the teaching workforce and provide job security for educators. Law 10.777 has been a point of contention, seeking to resolve long-standing issues regarding teacher employment status. The MEP’s deadline signifies a critical step towards fulfilling the law’s objectives and improving the quality of public education. Successful implementation hinges on the timely completion and approval of the institutional plan.