Order No. 9895 of 2024: The Electronic Card for Teachers and Educational Staff

The recent ruling by the Court of Cassation, with order no. 9895 of April 11, 2024, has raised an important issue concerning educational staff in Italian schools and their right to the so-called Electronic Card for Teachers. This ruling represents a significant step towards recognizing the skills and functions of those working in the educational sector, beyond the traditional figure of the teacher.

The Content of the Order

The Court has established that the Electronic Card for Teachers, provided for in Article 1, paragraph 121, of Law No. 107 of 2015, is not exclusive to teaching staff but also belongs to educational staff. This economic benefit is intended to support continuous training and enhance professional skills, allowing for the purchase of materials or participation in training events. It is a recognition that underscores the crucial role of educational staff in the training process of students, despite their functions being different from those of traditional teachers.

The Summary of the Ruling

Education and schools - Educational staff - Article 1, paragraph 121, of Law No. 107 of 2015 - Electronic card for teachers - Entitlement - Foundation. In the context of school personnel, the so-called electronic card for teachers, provided to support the continuous training of teachers and to enhance their professional skills, by Article 1, paragraph 121, of Law No. 107 of 2015, as an economic benefit usable for the purchase of materials or for participation in initiatives useful for professional updating, also belongs to educational staff, given that they, although engaged in a function different from the strictly teaching and educational one typical of teaching staff, participate in the training and education process of students and are subject to specific training obligations.

Implications of the Ruling

This decision has several significant implications:

  • Recognition of educational staff: The ruling clarifies that educational staff, while operating in a different context, are an integral part of the educational system and deserve the same rights to access the economic benefits provided for teachers.
  • Enhancement of continuous training: The right to the Electronic Card highlights the importance of continuous training for all school operators, contributing to improving the quality of teaching and education.
  • Possible expansion of benefits: This could pave the way for further recognitions and economic benefits for the various professional figures operating within the educational system.

Conclusions

In conclusion, order no. 9895 of 2024 represents an important step forward for educational staff, affirming their right to the Electronic Card for Teachers. This recognition not only values the skills of those working in the educational sector but also promotes a more inclusive and integrated view of school personnel, essential for ensuring quality education for all students. It is crucial that institutions continue to work towards the recognition and enhancement of all professional figures contributing to the educational process.

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