France Student Protests: Greta Thunberg Joins Gen Z, Gen Alpha Over School Crisis

France’s student protests are entering their fourth week, with Gen Z and Gen Alpha raising concerns over teacher shortages, overcrowded classrooms and cuts to public education spending. The demonstrations have spread beyond Paris, with school and university blockades reported across the country. Climate activist Greta Thunberg has joined students protesting near the French capital. The unrest comes as nearly 10% of teaching hours in public high schools remain unstaffed. The government has promised 3,000 substitute teachers and an additional €1 billion for the education ministry. But student groups say more action is needed. Here’s what is driving the protests.