Lebanon postpones school year to November 4 due to Israeli air strikes, displacing 40% of pupils.
Lebanon has postponed its school year from October 1 to November 4 due to Israeli air strikes against Hezbollah, displacing about 40% of its 1.2 million pupils. Many public schools now serve as shelters. The charity Save the Children warns of significant learning loss, with concerns that the education system may not recover for generations. The Education Ministry is considering a blend of in-person and remote learning, but faces challenges like affordability and access to technology.
October 06, 2024
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