Despite over 5,500 permanent teacher appointments and up to 40,000 temporary replacements planned for this school year in Greece, schools are still grappling with significant staffing gaps. A substantial portion—estimated between 25% and 30%—of newly appointed teachers are not expected to take up their posts during their initial year of employment. This situation creates ongoing challenges for schools attempting to adequately staff classrooms. The reasons for this discrepancy aren't detailed in the report, but it suggests issues beyond simply filling positions. The lack of full staffing impacts the quality of education and potentially places extra burden on existing teachers. Authorities are working to address the issue through temporary hires, but a lasting solution remains elusive.