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Gaza students return to in-person schooling for first time in three years
Reuters • • world
Key Points:
- Hundreds of thousands of children in Gaza have returned to in-person schooling for the first time in nearly three years, despite many schools being damaged or destroyed during the conflict and families struggling to afford basic supplies like uniforms and notebooks.
- UNICEF reports that 98% of Gaza's schools were destroyed or damaged, with around 660,000 students deprived of regular education; the reopening marks a fragile milestone amid ongoing challenges.
- Temporary schools made of tents and makeshift materials have been set up to accommodate students, though conditions remain difficult, with some classrooms lacking basic furniture and ventilation.
- Many students and families face hardships including fear of violence, lack of essential school supplies due to high prices and import restrictions, and displacement into temporary shelters.
- Despite a ceasefire, Israeli forces still control over 60% of Gaza, and the conflict has resulted in significant casualties, including tens of thousands of students and education workers.
