Caracas Archdiocese Reports Damage to Six Parochial Schools After Earthquakes

Six of the 24 schools managed by the Archdiocese of Caracas suffered structural damage following earthquakes that struck the capital on June 24. This damage jeopardizes the normal operation of the parish school network in the metropolitan area.

Diocesan delegate for schools, Deacon Freddy Obregón, stated that two institutions have been classified as requiring priority attention. The San Rafael de Pagüita school is leading repair efforts, including debris removal and wall mending, with the goal of reopening its classrooms for the upcoming academic period. "We expect that by September 29, the first week of October, the school will reopen its doors to the educational community," Obregón detailed.

However, restoration work at the remaining schools is progressing slowly or has stalled entirely. Obregón warned that a lack of funds is hindering the start of construction on these campuses. This financial strain is exacerbated by a high rate of overdue tuition payments from parents. Consequently, the church official appealed for public and private sector support, urging those with financial capacity to channel monetary donations through the official channels of the Archdiocese of Caracas to expedite the reconstruction of the affected classrooms.