Education Minister Kisch announced that schools located in high-risk areas will remain closed following a comprehensive situational assessment conducted at Nahariya Municipality in northern Israel. The decision comes nearly two weeks after the initial shutdown of educational institutions and daycare centers in the region.
During his visit to the northern municipality, Minister Kisch evaluated current security conditions and consulted with local officials to determine the feasibility of reopening educational facilities. The assessment revealed that safety concerns persist, making it premature to resume normal academic activities in these vulnerable areas.
The prolonged closure affects thousands of students and families across the northern regions, where parents continue to grapple with childcare arrangements and educational continuity. Local authorities are working to implement alternative learning solutions while prioritizing the safety of students and staff.
The minister emphasized that the government remains committed to resuming educational services as soon as security conditions permit, with ongoing monitoring of the situation in affected areas. No timeline has been provided for the potential reopening of schools in these high-risk zones.
