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The new schools were designed according to state-of-the-art standards, with qualifications that meet environmental sustainability standards via solar panels that decrease reliance on traditional energy.

In an effort to create a safe and stimulating environment for students and teachers alike, the ministry also invested in making the schools more accessible with elevators and designating special areas for people with disabilities. The schools are fitted with 25,000 pieces of furniture for some 8,453 students and 1,918 faculty members. Based on the approved plan on the Takamul platform, the libraries management at the ministry of education prepared 19 libraries in new schools that provide information for all grades, which helps motivate students and builds a better environment.

The ministry also updated the Sahel platform, making it easier for students and administrators to upload their data on the application, as well as prepared the information infrastructure in the new schools and distributed 922 computers, 52 attendance fingerprint devices and 82 interactive screens in preparation for the new academic year. The ministry of education appreciated the support of Kuwait’s political leadership in all fields, adding that they are also working on implementing plans that reflect Kuwait’s educational vision.

Education Minister Dr Nader Al-Jallal congratulated teachers on the start of the 2024-2025 academic year, stressing that teachers are the main pillars in building the future generation. Based on the academic calendar, first grade starts on Sept 16, while elementary, middle and high school will begin on Sept 17 and kindergarten on Sept 18. — KUNA