Back to today’s briefing

Story perspectives

Academies of Hope Offer Safe Learning for Gaza's Orphans

2/19/2026

35 3 Full Breakdown

Summary

Story summary

The network of free private schools called Academies of Hope provides a safe learning environment for war orphans and other children in the Gaza Strip.
Palestinian American neurosurgeon Dr. David Hasan started the Academies of Hope.
Raseel al-Shaer, a 12-year-old student, says she is relieved to attend school without fear of drones or bombs.
The program began after the escalation of violence following the Hamas-led attack on October 7, 2023.

1 of 1

Story summary

The network of free private schools called Academies of Hope provides a safe learning environment for war orphans and other children in the Gaza Strip.
Palestinian American neurosurgeon Dr. David Hasan started the Academies of Hope.
Raseel al-Shaer, a 12-year-old student, says she is relieved to attend school without fear of drones or bombs.
The program began after the escalation of violence following the Hamas-led attack on October 7, 2023.