China’s law enforcement officials to serve as school vice-principals
Responsibilities include safety management, preventing juvenile delinquency, and handing out punishment for students.
EDUCATION
One year after the coup, Myanmar children face learning, life loss
In Myanmar, more than 12 million children have lost access to education since early 2020.
China’s latest guideline bans exams for pupils at kindergarten
The guidelines aim to put less emphasis on academic performance and more on nonacademic skills.
Grades one to six in Hanoi’s urban districts set to return to school from Feb 21
Kindergarten children will continue to stay at home to prevent the spread of the virus.
China’s ‘world-class’ universities list expanded, seven institutions added after review
The universities and disciplines were chosen based on their ability to nurture top talent.
Two years into pandemic, international programs continue despite obstacles for students
While demand for language courses nearly halved compared to two years ago, more pursued a degree than ever last year.
South Korean government considering requiring at-home Covid-19 tests for young students
Schools are bracing for the new semester next month amid the rapid spread of omicron.
One million students return to kindergartens, schools in Ho Chi Minh City
Attending school is not mandatory for primary school students, and they can continue to learn online if their parents wish.
Vietnam’s Covid generation heading back to school with joy
Hanoi is set to reopen all schools in February after the longest pandemic-prompted shutdown.
28 Metro Manila schools to reopen for in-person classes
Only vaccinated teachers and school personnel are allowed to participate in the conduct of classes.