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Children are exposed online to political positions, generalizations, and extreme language, even when schools are closed. Instead of rushing to correct them or telling them what to think, parents have an opportunity to teach them how to form a position, check facts, and deal with those who think differently.

A survey conducted ahead of the 2027 school year by "HaShomer HaChadash" and the Riffman Institute reveals that 83% of respondents view the education system as being in crisis, with half doubting that the next government will implement significant change.

The Minister of Education used the press conference to continue his struggle against Ran Erez and to ignore the problems in the system. Kisch downplays the shortage of teachers and the resignation of principals, claiming: "The numbers circulating are 'fake'. The gap between those leaving and new ones will be only a few hundred."

Bar-Ilan University is establishing a center for the protection of family ties that will focus on dealing with the challenges facing families in changing life situations — children and the elderly in situations of divorce or inheritance disputes.

Issa Grayeb was born in Nazareth, is an Israeli citizen, a graduate of Bezalel, and a lecturer at the institution. However, according to documentation published in Germany, he tags Nazareth, Haifa, and Jerusalem as "Palestine," refers to the IDF as "Israeli Occupation Forces," and was presented under a DAAD scholarship as originating from the "Palestinian territories." When such things are...

About 45 students, 90% of whom are residents of Metula, will return to the "HaNadiv" school after a three-year hiatus. Studies will take place in small classes of 8-10 students using a new educational model.

Professor Yoram Harpaz, with decades of experience in pedagogy, proposes a radical overhaul of the education system. He argues that the traditional teacher-centered model is ineffective and advocates for a shift toward a system where learning itself is the primary goal.

Teacher burnout, crowded classrooms, lack of training, suppression of critical thinking, and budgetary discrimination: educators point to the deep crisis in the system and propose a series of measures designed to stop the exodus and improve the quality of teaching.

Channel 14 monitoring reveals that the attempt to allocate millions of shekels from student funds for activities during the election period was blocked after student union representatives opposed the move and demanded a significant reduction in the amount and the creation of transparency and oversight mechanisms. At the center of the dispute was a demand by the National Union of Students chair...

Just before the return to school, sports and television stars have united for a massive campaign against boycotts and bullying in classrooms. The stars are conveying a message to parents and students that the responsibility for preventing the next incident does not lie with the children who are harmed.

Yuval, an occupational therapy student, is due to give birth in December. She asked the Hebrew University to start her internship earlier or make up the hours after a break, but the institution informed her that she would have to delay her graduation: "They asked, 'And where will you leave a week-old baby?'". The university: "It has nothing to do with the birth, a continuous internship is...

Ahead of the start of the school year, school uniforms are returning to the streets - but they don't look the same in every school. From youth villages to Haredi institutions, the uniform has become part of the school identity. Does it reduce gaps - or does it actually cause harm?

For the first time, rules regulating the relationship between parents and teaching staff will be anchored in a director-general circular. Kindergarten teachers will be able to choose how and when parents contact them, and schools will publish a code of conduct determining through which platforms and hours parents can ask questions, consult, or complain. Education Minister Kisch: "We are...

More than 20,000 toddlers are expected to start the school year without a place in supervised daycare centers, a jump of about 20% compared to last year. The Daycare Forum and Na'amat warn that the shortage of caregivers has already become a social and economic crisis.

A government report reveals a grim reality on campuses: most students are afraid to display Jewish symbols and feel that universities have abandoned them. A third of harassment incidents are carried out by lecturers and academic staff.

As the school year approaches, the National Insurance Institute is preparing to distribute annual education grants to help families cover back-to-school expenses. Below are the details regarding eligibility and payment procedures.

Everything a child really needs before the first bell – from self-confidence to the school bag, from nutrition to health. Six Clalit Central District experts explain what is important to focus on to start the first school year on the right foot.

School principals are escalating their protest by boycotting the Ministry of Education's school year opening conferences. The 'Manhigim' organization stated: "If there is no real change and no serious dialogue begins, we will expand the struggle."

The Jerusalem Interdisciplinary Academic Center is launching a physiotherapy program in cooperation with Hadassah Hospital Mount Scopus. The institution reports a significant surge in interest among young people in pursuing health professions.

The Tel Aviv University Alumni Organization awarded a scholarship in memory of fallen soldier Sergeant Adi Gruman, who fell on October 7, to a biology student serving in the reserves. The scholarship was provided through a donation from the Sano company, where Adi's father works.

Students are obsessed with smartphones: 18% of them testify that they often forget to perform tasks because they were busy with it. 22% of teenagers say they are immersed in their phone even while spending time with friends. The ORT network identifies damage to attention and mental health and is launching a program with students and teachers to reduce phone usage.

Yael Odem, education correspondent for Channel 12, criticized the Israeli education system, highlighting concerning knowledge gaps among young IDF recruits.

Israeli parents often struggle with the length of summer vacation. However, data shows that the issue is not the total number of school days, but rather their inefficient distribution throughout the year.

The severe shortage of teaching staff ahead of the start of the school year has given birth to a joint initiative to encourage Aliyah from North America, with the goal of integrating Olim into the education system. The program will provide a comprehensive support package and degree recognition before they arrive in the country. However, due to the complexity of the bureaucratic process and...

The "Coalition for the Rescue of State Education" has been established, uniting educators, experts, and local government heads. The coalition aims to make education reform a central issue in the upcoming elections.

A month before the start of the school year, dozens of senior officials and educators have united to demand that the crisis in the system be placed at the center of the elections. Among their demands: worthy candidates for the education portfolio, budget equality, and investment in teaching and management staff.

Students at Bar-Ilan University are facing demands to pay for courses they were exempted from due to reserve duty. The university maintains that the exemption is academic, not financial.

Only 42% of the public rate the performance of the education system positively. 13% of parents of students in Jewish schools reported that remote learning was not effective.

The Ministry of Agriculture is launching an educational program in schools to raise awareness of animal welfare in the Arab, Druze, and Bedouin communities. The lessons will be taught in about 500 4th-6th grade classes and in some educational institutions also in 7th-8th grades.

Many teachers are moving their arena of activity to social networks and garnering millions of views. Despite the dizzying success of 60-second videos in math and English, "TikTok teachers" and senior Ministry of Education officials agree unanimously: it is an excellent auxiliary tool for making material accessible and reducing anxiety. Nevertheless, it cannot replace in-depth learning in the...

The annual student survey reveals a young generation grappling with economic distress, burnout, and a loss of trust in the government. A majority of students state that the cost of living will determine their vote, and 28% are already considering emigration after graduation. The National Union of Students plans to demand that party leaders adopt a 'National Program for Israel’s Youth.'

764 parents claimed their children were discriminated against and separated from Israeli students. The Supreme Court rejected the appeal as 47% of the children have already been integrated, but ordered the municipality and the state to pay 30,000 shekels in legal costs.

Hundreds of teachers have already been trained to teach the new subject, which will provide 9th-10th grade students with practical tools for financial management, investments, and employee rights.

The prestigious 2026 award was granted to the Sami Shamoon College of Engineering for the broad and consistent support system it provided to students and faculty members who took part in reserve duty. Prof. Yehuda Haddad: "A badge of honor and significant recognition of our activities."

The school year begins in September, but Knesset elections follow in October. The incoming Minister of Education will face long-neglected issues, ranging from a severe staffing crisis to deep sectoral inequalities.

Ben-Gurion University President Dani Chamovitz has launched a scathing attack on Education Minister Yoav Kisch over the new law regarding gender segregation in academia. Chamovitz argued that the minister fails to distinguish between professional independence and loyalty, while five members of the Council for Higher Education have already resigned in protest against the legislation.

The Knesset Constitution, Law and Justice Committee has approved Israel Bar Association rules allowing reservists to begin legal internships before completing all degree requirements. The relief applies to students who missed up to four courses and four exams due to reserve duty between September 1, 2025, and August 31, 2026.

The transition from kindergarten to elementary school or from elementary to middle school is often accompanied by excitement, concerns, and uncertainty. The Ministry of Education and parents can assist children through early preparation, open dialogue, and emotional support.

"We are suffering from a brain drain on one hand, but also from boycotts by universities around the world," said Prof. Tamir Sheafer, President of the Hebrew University of Jerusalem, at the National Security Conference. According to Arie Zaban, President of Bar-Ilan University, the share of higher education in Israel's GDP has been systematically decreasing for over a decade.

In about 70% of kindergartens and early childhood settings in Israel, the teacher's smartphone, a tablet, or a computer is used at least once or twice a week. In kindergartens for ages 5–6, this figure jumps to 88.9%.