Lebanese Schools Prepare to Reopen While Still Housing Displaced Families
As Israel's ongoing conflict with Lebanon continues to displace residents, many schools are being used simultaneously as shelters and classrooms, according to Al Jazeera.
Schools across Lebanon are set to resume classes on September 15 even as many of the same buildings continue to serve as shelters for people displaced by Israel's military campaign, according to a report by Al Jazeera.
The outlet reported that the ongoing conflict has forced educators and school administrators to balance the needs of returning students with those of displaced Lebanese families who have taken refuge in school facilities.
Al Jazeera did not specify the exact number of schools affected or the number of displaced people currently housed in them, but described a situation in which institutions meant for education are being asked to double as emergency shelters.
The report frames the reopening of the school year as occurring against the backdrop of continued displacement linked to Israel's military actions in Lebanon, though further details on the scale and duration of the displacement were not provided in the available excerpt.
EGazette could not immediately verify additional details beyond what was reported by Al Jazeera. Further updates are expected as the situation develops closer to the September 15 start date.
Sources
- Lebanon’s students head to classes that double up as shelters for displaced — Al Jazeera — All
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