Students at Jeju National University’s School of Education have issued a statement regarding the Ministry of Education’s pre-announcement of the 2027 public elementary school teacher recruitment exam. The students of Jeju Island are calling for the securing of adequate teacher quotas to improve educational conditions. They argue that sufficient staffing is crucial for maintaining the quality of education amidst anticipated changes. The statement expresses concern that without addressing teacher numbers, anticipated reforms will be ineffective. The students believe that a stable supply of qualified educators is fundamental to supporting students in Jeju. They are urging the Ministry of Education to prioritize teacher quota increases in future planning. This comes as the Ministry prepares for significant changes to the teacher recruitment process nationwide.