Brazil Advances PIBID Program Institutionalization as State Policy in Teacher Training

The Universidade Estadual da Paraíba (UEPB) actively participated in critical discussions at the 10th National Meeting of Licenciatures and the 9th National Seminar of PIBID from December 7 to 10, focusing on the consolidation of the Institutional Scholarship Program for Initiation to Teaching (PIBID) as a state policy in Brazil. Paula Castro represented UEPB, emphasizing the university's role and commitment to enhancing teacher education and collaboration with public schools in Paraíba.

A pivotal theme was the advancement of bill PL 7552/2014, aimed at institutionalizing PIBID as a solid, ongoing state policy for teacher training. Deputy Rafael Brito, rapporteur of the bill, reaffirmed his dedication to securing its vote in the Commission of Constitution and Justice (CCJ), ensuring the program's continuity despite possible governmental changes. The event underscored historic achievements by the National Forum of Institutional Coordinators of PIBID (FORPIBID), as well as discussions involving CAPES and institutional coordinators about new program directions and evaluations.

FORPIBID also elected its management for the 2025-2027 term, with Paula Castro representing Paraíba alongside colleagues from the Federal University of Campina Grande. This underscores a strengthened commitment to promoting quality initial teacher training through institutional coordination across Brazil. The event and legislative momentum signal a crucial step toward formalizing PIBID's place within Brazilian educational policy frameworks.