Saudi-funded school opens in southern Gaza, offering hope for education

A new school, Makkah School, has opened in the southern Gaza Strip, thanks to the King Salman Center for Relief and Humanitarian Action. The initiative is part of a broader project to create safe learning spaces and is supported by a Saudi campaign to aid Palestinians.

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the opening of the Makkah School represents a glimmer of hope for restoring the educational journey and reclaiming part of their childhood in a safe and stimulating educational environment.

The opening ceremony was attended by representatives from national and international educational bodies, as well as local dignitaries. Dr. Issam Abu Khalil, head of the Saudi Center for Culture and Heritage in Gaza, described the school as a "glimmer of hope" for restoring the educational journey and providing a safe, stimulating environment for children.

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the school will initially accommodate (1000) male and female students and provide (32) job opportunities for teachers, with its capacity expected to reach (4000) students in the next phase.

Initially, the school will enroll 1,000 students and create 32 teaching positions. Future plans aim to increase its capacity to 4,000 students. This project underscores Saudi Arabia's dedication to supporting the Palestinian people, particularly in education, viewing it as a crucial investment in human potential and a shared humanitarian responsibility.

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the project embodies the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia's commitment to supporting the Palestinian people, noting that the King Salman Center for Relief continues to implement relief and humanitarian projects, especially in the education sector, based on a firm belief that human beings are the highest investment, and that protecting children's right to education represents a shared humanitarian responsibility.

Dr. Ibrahim Ramadan, Director of Education in East Khan Younis, called the school a significant step in rebuilding the educational sector. He expressed gratitude to Saudi Arabia for its humanitarian efforts, emphasizing education's role as a "message of life" and the foundation for future development. The initiative is part of ongoing Saudi relief efforts in Gaza, focusing on vital sectors to improve living conditions and resilience.

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the school represents a significant step towards rebuilding the educational sector and resuming the educational process.