Jean-Michel Blanquer is a prominent French politician and academic. He is currently serving as the French Minister of National Education, a position he has held since 2017 under President Emmanuel Macron. Born in Paris in 1964, Blanquer is well-versed in the French education system, having held various positions including Rector of the Academy of Creteil, Director General of School Education, and President of the ESSEC Business School. Renowned for his commitment to driving reforms in education and promoting academic equality, Blanquer's political career illustrates his dedication to improve the educational opportunities for all in France.