Amman, Aug 26 (Petra) – The Palestinian Ministry of Education and
Higher Education said on Wednesday it delayed the start of the
2026/2027 academic year in the Gaza Strip until September, 19.

The decision was taken after the completion of necessary arrangements
and preparations, and based on an assessment of the situation in the
war-ravaged enclave, it said.

Cited by the Palestinian News Agency (WAFA), the Ministry said the
date was set for technical and logistical reasons due to the hot
weather conditions as students are studying in tents and portable
classrooms.

The decision was made in order to provide “the best possible
conditions” for students to return to school and continue the
educational process despite the challenges and exceptional
circumstances, it said.

The ministry also said it is monitored the situation on the ground to
ensure a safe and stable start to the new academic year.

The curriculum is based on expanding in-person learning
opportunities, while maintaining virtual schools for those unable to
attend in-person classes in Gaza, and for Gazan students abroad,
particularly in Egypt, it added.

//Petra//SS