In the wake of school overcrowding and a teacher shortage, students in Paris, Marseille and other cities have taken to the streets, demanding better education and less police force. Police responded with tear gas in Paris and Marseille, but most clashes remained low‑key. Around 215 students and 85 teachers were wounded in the protests, while 891 schools were disrupted as part of a nationwide movement that has attracted even parents and universities. Youth voices captured the urgency: a student from Marseille said, ‘My school’s roof leaks, we can’t focus,’ and promised to keep marching until conditions improve. The protests continue amid political pressure and a looming national election.