Students and parents at the Isla Santa María high school have occupied the campus to protest unsanitary conditions and severe deficiencies in the school transportation service.
The protest was triggered by the discovery of a mouse infestation within the school buildings, sparking health concerns among the student body.
Compounding the health crisis is the lack of reliable transport connecting the island to the mainland, which has prevented students from safely reaching the school.
Official Response
The school community is calling for urgent intervention to eradicate the rodents and ensure that classes can continue through an efficient transportation plan.
The Local Public Education Service (SLEP) stated they are working to implement solutions in the coming days. The agency is looking to establish an action plan that addresses both campus cleaning and transportation logistics.
Protesters claim that current cleaning measures are insufficient to control the infestation. Parents remain steadfast in their decision not to return to in-person classes until authorities guarantee safe and dignified conditions for their children.