Iran’s children return to school under the shadow of war
Summary
A school in Minab, Iran, was bombed at the start of the recent war between the United States, Israel, and Iran, killing 120 children and 35 adults. Schools in southern Iran, including Minab, are reopening with shorter in-person classes, but many will continue online due to fears of renewed bombing.Key Facts
- The Shajareh-ye Tayyebeh Elementary School in Minab was bombed on the first day of the US-Israel war on Iran, killing 120 children.
- A new school building was constructed, but classes are short, lasting about an hour.
- The war began on February 28, with US and Israeli airstrikes causing schools to close and switch to online learning.
- Due to safety concerns, some regions in southern Iran will keep schools online for the first two weeks of the school year.
- Parents and teachers continue to feel anxiety and fear about the possibility of more attacks on schools.
- Over 1,200 schools were affected during the conflict, many of which are being repaired or rebuilt.
- The Education Ministry is adding a “Sacrifice and Martyrdom Bell” to teach students about the war’s impact on Iran.
- The ministry is also improving online learning to better handle potential future school closures.
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