Global School Issues
6 articles from 6 countries
South Korean schools debate allowing World Cup viewing during class, while Nigerian schools are assured of increased safety amid insecurity. Schools in Seattle implement strict AI controls, and a parent faces police investigation for violence at a Zimbabwean rugby match. In Nepal, the 'We Men Club' reshapes boys' attitudes toward gender equality.
Twice as Many Schools Seek Asbestos Removal Subsidies, But Over 6,000 Still Need Assessment
- 173 schools in Flanders applied for asbestos removal subsidies this year, nearly double the number from last year. - Over 6,000 schools in Flanders have yet to obtain the mandatory asbestos inventory certificate. - Flanders aims to be asbestos-free by 2040, with schools targeted for completion by 2030, but progress remains slow for many institutions.
Kyrgyzstan upgrades 40 schools for seismic resistance
- Kyrgyzstan is upgrading 40 school buildings to improve their seismic resistance. - The project, funded by the World Bank, is being implemented by the Ministry of Emergency Situations and the ERIK pr…
Rasuwa flood damages schools, strands students and teachers in Nepal
- A sudden flood entering Nepal from Tibet has damaged schools in Rasuwa, Nuwakot, and Dhading, disrupting classes. - Communication lines are cut off in Rasuwa, making it difficult to assess the full …
Manitoba schools to implement mandatory daily physical education
- Manitoba will require daily, in-person physical education classes for all students from kindergarten to Grade 12 starting this fall. - The "Every Body Every Day" pilot program aims to make Manitoba …
Ban on phones in schools: Draft law raises numerous questions
- A draft law concerning the use of mobile phones in schools has sparked debate. - Discussions are ongoing regarding whether phone use should be moderately restricted or completely banned. - Consultat…
Portuguese schools see surge in top grades, sparking concerns over pandemic-era grading
- A significant number of Portuguese schools report that at least 30% of students are achieving top grades. - An investigator suggests that grading criteria implemented during the COVID-19 pandemic le…