Uri’s teachers fight a two-tier classroom system in upcoming referendum
A referendum has been initiated in Uri against a revision of the Primary School Ordinance. The Uri Teachers’ Association is leading the campaign, arguing that the proposed changes could lead to a two-tier education system based on municipality wealth.
The original ordinance stipulated additional teaching assistants for classes with more than 21 students. However, the revised Article 9, Paragraph 2 allows for optional additional teaching assistants in such classes.
Uri’s Director of Education, Georg Simmen, has stated that the impact on smaller, less affluent municipalities will be minimal. Yet, the Uri Teachers’ Association believes this change could exacerbate educational inequalities.
Political parties have weighed in on the issue. The FDP, SP, Greens, and Green Liberals have recommended a 'no' vote, while the SVP and The Centre are in favor of the revision.
Uri voters will decide on November 30, 2025, whether to accept or reject the revision of the Uri Primary School Ordinance. The referendum also includes votes on extending the Freedom of Information Act to municipalities and adjusting cantonal funding from 2027 to 2030.
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