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New School Year Faces Challenges Amid Ongoing Conflict
9/1/2025
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Story summary
- The new school year starts on September 1, 2025, amid ongoing challenges from the nearly two-year war in Israel.
- Teachers in reserve duty affect classroom stability and learning, especially for students with special needs.
- High anxiety levels persist, particularly among families with deployed parents, despite some children adapting.
- Schools are training teachers to manage anxiety and have updated emergency protocols for missile attacks.
- Concerns about students' mental health and educational gaps remain, despite improved attendance and coping strategies.
