French schoolchildren are to continue blocking educational institutions and taking to the streets, despite measures announced by the government to resolve the crisis in the education system. Pierre Surza, the representative of the Les Lycées student union, announced this after negotiations with the authorities, reports France Info. "Now we are at the negotiation table and we can have a dialogue with the government. But we are participating in the struggle for influence and we must continue the mobilization in order to achieve the fulfillment of the maximum part of our demands," said Surza. The government proposed to limit the number of classes, increase the number of places in universities and revise the system of admission to universities. The Minister of Education Edouard Geoffre announced the allocation of a loan of 4 billion euros to the regional authorities for the renovation of schools. According to him, some buildings are in such a bad condition that they are not suitable for teaching. In the poorest regions of the country, the number of classes of 15-year-old students in the first year of high school will be limited to 28 students. Next year, it is planned to extend this measure to all high schools. At the same time, the authorities intend to create additional teaching positions and revise the system of final examinations for obtaining a bachelor's degree. The Parcoursup application system for universities, criticized for lack of transparency and unfairness, will change in 2027 and be replaced by a new platform in 2028. In addition, it is planned to open an additional 15,000 places in higher education institutions, primarily in professional training programs. The protests began in September and within five weeks turned into the largest youth movement in France in recent years. The schoolchildren demand to eliminate the shortage of teachers and employees, to repair dilapidated buildings where ceilings are collapsing, mold appears, toilets and windows do not work. The demonstrations were joined by the trade unions and the participants of the protests against the rising cost of living. "We were heard, the government is afraid and understands that it must act. However, all our demands were not fulfilled. We will continue as long as necessary," said union representative Louis Letoublon. Meanwhile, the authorities tightened security measures after the October 17 mass riots, which were accompanied by looting, arson, and damage to state buildings. A curfew was imposed in some cities and demonstrations were banned. French President Emmanuel Macron has warned that the new nationwide protests planned for October 31 will also be associated with the risk of violence.