JPost.com - Danielle Ziri Reporter

Complaints lead ministry to examine math tests

Wed, 22 May 2013 23:43:53 GMT

Chief mathematics inspector becomes target of phone threats; Piron condemns "violent behavior."

PM meets union reps for National Students Week

Wed, 22 May 2013 04:21:18 GMT

PM says education, from preschool to higher education and beyond must be improved and made more efficient.

Min. to add 1,000 kindergarten assistant jobs

Mon, 20 May 2013 23:27:21 GMT

Education Minister also reiterated commitment to advancing integration of children with special needs into regular schools.

'Majority of Israeli students work while studying'

Mon, 20 May 2013 19:44:27 GMT

About 73% of students work during academic year, according to a survey released by the National Union of Israel Students.

'Most Israelis feel social protests can spur change'

Sun, 19 May 2013 18:01:52 GMT

NGO Shatil survey finds that 89 percent of population believes government has not properly dealt with social problems.

Leket: Budget makes it harder to help poor

Fri, 17 May 2013 02:31:49 GMT

"NGOs doing food distribution will simply collapse when there is no financial support from the gov't," NGO head says.

NGOs no better employers than for-profits, research finds

Thu, 16 May 2013 02:55:46 GMT

According to Ben-Gurion University study, the labor market in the third sector is characterized by low wages and inequalities.

US Embassy funds program in Israeli school for English exam

Thu, 16 May 2013 02:49:03 GMT

Afula high school implements program dedicated to strengthening English studies for students who took three or fewer study units in the subject.

Treasury adds NIS 35m. to immigrant students aid

Wed, 15 May 2013 23:37:22 GMT

Treasury allocates funds to prevent Israel Student Authority closure, maintain aid to immigrant students.

OECD: Israel is poorest of all developed countries

Wed, 15 May 2013 20:02:05 GMT

Israel ranks 5th among countries with widest rich-poor gap.

Teachers spared from budget cutbacks

Tue, 14 May 2013 02:27:57 GMT

Angry parents protest cancellation of daycare subsidies.

BGU, JTS team up for joint Israel studies program

Sun, 12 May 2013 23:20:28 GMT

The joint program, which will be entirely taught in English, was established in collaboration with the American Associates at BGU.

Hakol Chai creates humane education program for Arab sector

Fri, 10 May 2013 05:11:27 GMT

NGO project aims to prevent children’s violent behavior toward animals.

'Integration of special needs students lacking'

Wed, 08 May 2013 17:04:25 GMT

State Comptroller doubts Education Ministry's readiness to integrate special needs students into the regular school system.

Comptroller: Gaps remain in Ethiopian integration

Wed, 08 May 2013 16:22:03 GMT

Ethiopian students dropout rates highlight one of the many challenges facing the Ethiopian community in Israel, Shapira says.

State Comptroller publishes first 2013 report

Wed, 08 May 2013 15:51:05 GMT

State Comptroller report criticizes state on problems with health sector in periphery, violations of migrant rights.

Cuts in child stipends cause heated reactions

Tue, 07 May 2013 20:23:51 GMT

Head of the Association of Social Workers, Safra Dweck said that the Ministry of Finance’s plans are “cruel.”

MKs oppose ISA closure for olim students

Tue, 07 May 2013 14:46:20 GMT

Israel Student Authority could pull plug on funding for immigrant students due to budget cuts leaving 7,000 without benefits.

Survey: Most people do not report sexual abuse

Tue, 07 May 2013 04:33:53 GMT

68% of people who knew someone who had been sexually abused never reported the case to authorities; 42% occurred in workplace.

TAU strengthens ties with China ahead of PM’s trip

Sun, 05 May 2013 22:00:13 GMT

Joint research and exchange visits by researchers and students to take place this summer, says university president Prof. Yosef Klafter.

Piron calls for solution to psychometric exam delays

Thu, 02 May 2013 22:46:32 GMT

“Israel is almost the only country in the world where when you finished high school, you still cannot get accepted into university,” education minister says.

MKs file bills for Holocaust survivors' rights

Thu, 02 May 2013 18:27:31 GMT

Bills awaiting approval, propose to combat Holocaust survivors' poverty, implement entitlements to rights, benefits.

Study: Workers' share of national income stagnant

Wed, 01 May 2013 19:12:38 GMT

Employers' share on the rise according to report which focuses on 'median wage' not 'average salaries' to accurately represent workers' conditions.

Holocaust survivors hold long-awaited bar mitzvas

Wed, 01 May 2013 05:05:23 GMT

American Jewish Joint Distribution Committee in Israel organizes initiative to help survivors celebrate 70 years late.

Education Ministry agrees to reorganize school vacations

Tue, 30 Apr 2013 03:56:23 GMT

Group of Jerusalem parents call on Piron to shorten school holidays – which put a strain on working parents.

NGOs to observe Equal Pay Day

Mon, 29 Apr 2013 21:47:48 GMT

The average hourly wage of female employees is about 84 percent of the wage their male counterparts receive.

MKs pledge to tackle Holocaust survivors' poverty

Mon, 29 Apr 2013 21:43:19 GMT

“How is it possible that there are survivors who live without heating? Let us die with dignity,” survivor Dora Roth tells MKs.

Piron promises to tackle school vacation issue

Sun, 28 Apr 2013 19:44:31 GMT

Education minister vows not to fire teachers, cut their pay; says he will fix holiday issue to match parents' days off.

2-day Lag Ba’omer school break irks working parents

Thu, 25 Apr 2013 21:42:11 GMT

Group of parents, supported by Jerusalem City Council member Rachel Azaria, initiate Facebook campaign for less vacation days for kids.

Kibbutz leaders object VAT on fresh produce

Thu, 25 Apr 2013 00:45:54 GMT

Agriculture professionals, kibbutz leaders say plan to impose VAT on fruits, vegetables "hit farmers very hard."

Education Ministry to crackdown on exam cheating

Thu, 25 Apr 2013 00:03:08 GMT

Government to prevent cheating on matriculation exams by disrupting cellphone service.

Israeli teen makes int’l environment reporting contest

Wed, 24 Apr 2013 05:00:18 GMT

Seventeen-year-old Koren Shayb wins the national level of the Young Reporters for the Environment contest.

Kibbutzim College of Education hosts TED talks

Mon, 22 Apr 2013 18:06:52 GMT

Independently organized TED event including 12 lectures held under the theme of “Life Learning Process,” after six months of planning.

8th-graders establish Facebook page in Herzl's honor

Mon, 22 Apr 2013 03:49:56 GMT

Education Minister Piron calls on students to mark Herzl's 153rd birthday with social media page reflecting Herzl's vision, "dreams."

New center promotes marriage for disabled people

Sat, 20 Apr 2013 19:11:58 GMT

Ruderman Family Foundation and Feuerstein Institute launch center to provide disabled people with tools to start a family.

International Journalism Institute opens at IDC

Thu, 18 Apr 2013 17:00:05 GMT

IDC Herzliya has opened a new journalism institute which aims to 'promote tolerance and understanding...through journalism.'

Rothschild Foundation awards 4 outstanding teachers

Thu, 18 Apr 2013 05:05:41 GMT

Education prize to be given to “outstanding teachers who foster skills of open discussion, discourse” among pupils.

2013 Israel Prize awarded to 9 laureates in J'lem

Wed, 17 Apr 2013 03:22:32 GMT

Education Minister Piron calls on gov't to allocate appropriate resources in order to develop and maintain Israel’s human capital.

NGO mixes art by celebs, people with special needs

Tue, 16 Apr 2013 22:56:32 GMT

The NGO Chimes Israel launched an art exhibition featuring dozens of works of art produced by special needs individuals.

Lander Institute launches BA in Israel studies

Sun, 14 Apr 2013 23:35:26 GMT

Initiative an ‘important milestone in development of curriculum,’ says professor.

Equal opportunity

Sun, 14 Apr 2013 16:23:19 GMT

Nina Weiner’s foundation has given thousands of underprivileged youth scholarships for higher education for nearly 40 years.

CBS Report: Israel population hits 8 million

Sun, 14 Apr 2013 14:24:16 GMT

New Central Bureau of Statistics' numbers mark increase of 1.8 percent - some 137,000 people - since last year.

Renewing their pact to bring the worst delivery

Sun, 14 Apr 2013 02:04:09 GMT

Two brothers, whose father died in service, inform families of soldiers’ deaths.

Student suspended for forging grades

Fri, 12 Apr 2013 05:16:13 GMT

12th grader in Ashkelon hacked into high school’s grading site and increased his grades by 10 to 15 points.

Theory vs. reality

Thu, 11 Apr 2013 10:49:03 GMT

A finance study program bridges the gap between academia and practicality.

NII head: Israel must lower high poverty rate

Wed, 10 Apr 2013 23:20:29 GMT

Mor-Yosef highlighted the low employment rate among haredi men and Arab women.

Students threaten protest over rumors of cuts

Tue, 09 Apr 2013 23:27:43 GMT

National Union of Israeli Students says information on cutbacks in higher education came from Finance Ministry.

Ariel approves east Talpiot housing for elderly

Tue, 09 Apr 2013 19:15:49 GMT

Minister okays construction of public housing units for Holocaust survivors in J'lem neighborhood beyond Green Line.

NY Holocaust survivors to reclaim state funds

Tue, 09 Apr 2013 01:21:15 GMT

Survivors may have access to money held by local government after comptroller, NGO release report of unclaimed funds.

NGO helps Holocaust survivors maximize benefits

Mon, 08 Apr 2013 13:17:13 GMT

AVIV organization aims to ensure Shoah victims in Israel "live in the dignity and comfort they deserve."

Technion ranks 6th in entrepreneurship, innovation

Sun, 07 Apr 2013 17:56:06 GMT

The Israel Institute of Technology ranks among world leaders in survey conducted by MIT.

Schools to talk violence on Holocaust Day

Sun, 07 Apr 2013 04:04:00 GMT

Education Ministry director says in light of the recent violent events against the elderly, every student should do something positive.

Arab students build a language bridge with Hebrew

Fri, 05 Apr 2013 07:11:17 GMT

Academic achievements strained by geo-political situation improve with student-counselor initiative program.

Expert: Piron's plan may hurt student's motivation

Wed, 03 Apr 2013 23:04:34 GMT

It is possible that Piron’s plan to cut the number of exams may lower student motivation, says expert.

Holocaust survivors face financial difficulties

Wed, 03 Apr 2013 20:11:40 GMT

According to an annual report, over 50 percent of Holocaust survivors cannot afford monthly household expenses.

'Cutbacks on child allotments will increase poverty'

Wed, 03 Apr 2013 03:15:33 GMT

Council for the Child says budget cuts in child allotments will lead to substantial increase in number of children below poverty line.

NGO to hold fundraiser for Independence Day

Fri, 29 Mar 2013 02:24:11 GMT

Public invited to ask credit card companies to round purchases up by a few cents and donate added amount to youth in distress.

New app raises money for Israel while you shop

Wed, 27 Mar 2013 21:36:07 GMT

App by British charity Myisrael sees percentage of purchases going to NGOs in Israel.

A third of Israelis will owe the bank for Passover

Mon, 25 Mar 2013 02:32:23 GMT

1/5 of the study’s respondents said that they are in permanent overdraft and that the holiday will not change that.

An Israeli teen meets Obama in J’lem

Fri, 22 Mar 2013 02:38:35 GMT

16-year-old Nicole Uzlaner asked to emphasize to US president the scientific relationship between US and Israel.

Students to attend Obama speech ‘with open-mind’

Wed, 20 Mar 2013 19:51:03 GMT

600 students from universities across Israel will attend Obama’s speech, and they are excited.

Sa’ar hands over Education Ministry to Piron

Wed, 20 Mar 2013 14:25:48 GMT

“I can say today, that I have reached the top of my dreams,” Yesh Atid's Piron says as he enters his new position.

4 congressmen decry Obama's exclusion of Ariel U.

Wed, 20 Mar 2013 01:12:25 GMT

GOP lawmakers protest choice not to address Knesset.

Ariel students to Obama: Yes we can? No we can’t!

Tue, 19 Mar 2013 05:59:43 GMT

Protest expected Tuesday of apparent US decision to exclude students from the W. Bank university from upcoming Obama event.

Volunteer families to host survivors for Passover

Mon, 18 Mar 2013 17:00:01 GMT

Families will be hosting Holocaust survivors for their Passover seders, a part of the “A house full of light” project.

Yesh Atid commits to raise Shoah survivors’ budget

Sun, 17 Mar 2013 19:46:10 GMT

Fubds earmarked in coalition deal to serve thousands of survivors; allow some 6000 to continue receiving nursing aid.

Yesh Atid deal calls for school curriculum reform

Sat, 16 Mar 2013 22:24:05 GMT

Soon-to-be Education Minister, Shai Piron to formulate new elementary school curriculum, according to coalition deal.

Student debate in English attracts all sectors

Fri, 15 Mar 2013 04:39:32 GMT

Students from the Druse, Beduin, Arab and Jewish sectors take part in English debate funded by the US Embassy.

Piron’s plan: More education, fewer exams

Fri, 15 Mar 2013 01:12:37 GMT

New education minister plans overhaul of "failing education system," making it less achievement-oriented.

Kfar Saba teacher ousted after derogatory remarks

Thu, 14 Mar 2013 03:53:18 GMT

Ministry of Education announces controversial teacher will be suspended from her role of organizing Holocaust trips to Poland.

Universities hold protest against budget cuts

Wed, 13 Mar 2013 04:48:43 GMT

In response to the nationwide movement, the Knesset Finance Committee meets and unanimously opposes the cutbacks.

Experts call for progress in women’s employment

Wed, 13 Mar 2013 03:44:10 GMT

Problem is that women pursue "feminine jobs" such as teaching and nursing, which have lower salaries, says IDC’s Tali Regev.

Ministry slams teachers' 'unacceptable' comments

Mon, 11 Mar 2013 18:37:47 GMT

Insults written by teachers to students at Kfar Saba high school have "no place in education system," Education Ministry says.

Schools mark Day for Elimination of Discrimination

Sun, 10 Mar 2013 18:45:19 GMT

Education Ministry orders schools across the country to hold discussions on the subject of racism with students.

6 cities across country win 2012 education prize

Fri, 08 Mar 2013 02:46:34 GMT

Ariel, Ashdod, Yokneam, Ma’aleh Adumim, Safed and Kiryat Bialik to be awarded for their achievements in the field.

Steinhardt Judaica to auction off 400 rare objects

Fri, 22 Feb 2013 04:16:05 GMT

Most significant collection of Judaica in 50 years up for grabs; Sotheby’s "Treasured Legacy" sale set for April.

'Israel responsible for child in Thai monastery'

Thu, 21 Feb 2013 18:33:48 GMT

NGO to Post: State accountable for welfare of child with leukemia living in Bangkok without his family; child seeks to return to Israel.

TAU students advance to regional finals for Hult Prize

Thu, 21 Feb 2013 04:21:14 GMT

Worldwide social good competition will grant $1 million to winning team.

More in Haifa and North out of work

Thu, 21 Feb 2013 04:16:25 GMT

The unemployment rate in Haifa rose from 6.5 percent in the summer of 2012 to 7.6% last fall,

NGO to rescue drunk girls at Purim festivities

Wed, 20 Feb 2013 21:28:17 GMT

Volunteers will patrol J'lem streets to offer help to inebriated young girls who are "at risk of being abused by men who lure them away."

Haifa unemployment rises to 'alarming' rate

Wed, 20 Feb 2013 16:53:37 GMT

Businesses in the periphery are 'first to pay price of slow down.'

Justice minister signs law for handicap access

Wed, 20 Feb 2013 04:00:36 GMT

Theaters, museums, hotels, restaurants, fitting rooms among facilities that must enable service safely and respectfully.

'Outstanding' bar mitzva speech contest launched

Wed, 20 Feb 2013 03:46:51 GMT

Contest held by Education Ministry is aimed to improve teens' writing and public speaking skills.

Ruderman Foundation launches prize for disabled integration

Mon, 18 Feb 2013 11:14:33 GMT

Ruderman Foundation launches prize for innovation regarding integration of disabled people.

Hacohen, Nachman Israel Prize winners

Mon, 18 Feb 2013 02:01:16 GMT

Nachman, who served as the mayor of Ariel from 1985 until his death last January, was posthumously recognized for his dedication to strengthening the Jewish identity of the town.

Jerusalem publishes schools’ social data online

Mon, 18 Feb 2013 01:54:32 GMT

City Council member Rachel Azaria: Allowing everyone to view information website previously available only to education professionals may harm public schools.

Survey: Israelis cutting down on Purim gift baskets

Thu, 14 Feb 2013 02:35:08 GMT

Large portion of Israelis will reduce the value of their packages this year by 30 to 50% compared to last year.

CHE won’t close controversial unit at Ben-Gurion U

Thu, 14 Feb 2013 02:25:29 GMT

The Council for Higher Education decides not to close university’s controversial politics department, after months of discussion on the issue.

Data: Kids with special needs suffer more abuse

Wed, 13 Feb 2013 02:25:39 GMT

National Council for the Child present data showing children with special needs suffer more abuse than other youngsters.

Dan David Foundation names winners for prize

Wed, 13 Feb 2013 02:10:14 GMT

International award given for scientific, technological, cultural or social achievements which have strong impact on society.

A family that serves together

Mon, 11 Feb 2013 02:44:18 GMT

Two brothers from Safed both chose careers in the military police.

J’lem after-school workers, city reach deal

Fri, 08 Feb 2013 02:45:42 GMT

Salaries to be cut by only eight percent, according to deal reached after staffers strike.

Number of single moms rises 60 percent

Thu, 07 Feb 2013 05:26:50 GMT

The rise occurred between the years 2000-2011 according to the Central Bureau of Statistics report.

Elementary schools to pilot using digital textbooks

Wed, 06 Feb 2013 03:22:58 GMT

Fifth and sixth grade students will use digital textbooks in English, math and an elective of the school's choice.

Textbooks show both sides to blame for enmity

Mon, 04 Feb 2013 19:42:42 GMT

US gov't-funded study shows youth inheriting conflict through schoolbooks; PA welcomes results; Israel says findings baseless.

J'lem after-school staffers strike over salary cuts

Sun, 03 Feb 2013 23:50:42 GMT

The Trajtenberg Committee decided to lower the cost of after-school programs in order to ease the situation of working parents.

Education council opening 11 research centers

Fri, 01 Feb 2013 03:26:29 GMT

Programs purpose to “reinforce Israel’s intellectual capacities and promote synergy among Israel’s leading research centers."

'Kids shouldn't take part in door-to-door fundraising'

Thu, 31 Jan 2013 05:04:50 GMT

Herzliya Deputy Mayor calls for Education Ministry to forbid pupils’ participation in door-to-door fund-raising for NGOs.

MIT students turn into teachers at Israeli schools

Wed, 30 Jan 2013 02:11:59 GMT

"I feel like I’ve learned so much through this because now I remember why science is cool in the first place."

Tourism Ministry: Gaza operation damaged industry

Mon, 28 Jan 2013 20:13:00 GMT

At annual conference in Herzliya, ministry presents data claiming Operation Pillar of Defense cost Israel over 250,000 tourists.

Student turns Holocaust survivors’ words into song

Mon, 28 Jan 2013 03:03:29 GMT

Bar Ilan University student takes series of songs composed entirely of messages from Holocaust generation, entitled "Insights."

NGO reviews Holocaust survivors' services

Mon, 28 Jan 2013 02:26:58 GMT

NGO Aviv publishes a report reviewing changes made to survivors’ services in 2012 in honor of Int'l Holocaust Remembrance Day.

Glee club helps Israeli kids improve their English

Thu, 24 Jan 2013 22:34:58 GMT

The English on Stage helps 12-year-old Shahar Moshe, who loves singing, master her English.

Meretz: Elections show public seek an alternative

Wed, 23 Jan 2013 19:30:24 GMT

Party doubles its mandates for 19th Knesset, jumping from 3 seats to 6 or 7; Gal-On calls on leaders to form strong opposition bloc.

Meretz doubles Knesset faction from 3 to 6 or 7

Tue, 22 Jan 2013 20:47:52 GMT

"Bibi will be Prime Minister again, but we are going to be a strong fighting opposition,” says party leader Zehava Gal-On.

Israelis shop for Election Day sales

Tue, 22 Jan 2013 17:29:37 GMT

Many chain and boutique stores sent out text messages to clients to let them know about Election Day discounts.

NGO study: Meretz most favorable to seniors

Tue, 22 Jan 2013 01:34:14 GMT

Ken Lazaken study shows positions of parties on issues related to elderly; Shas only party failing to mention Holocaust survivors.

Israelis enjoy Election Day workplace respite

Tue, 22 Jan 2013 01:03:57 GMT

Those in Israel are set to enjoy Election Day's expected sunny and warm weather with friends and family across the country.

Gov’t expands options for elementary school registration

Sun, 20 Jan 2013 23:33:59 GMT

Project enables parents and students in the participating cities to select their school according to pedagogical considerations.

Gilad Schalit visits lone soldiers who made aliya

Fri, 18 Jan 2013 05:07:37 GMT

Former captive soldier pays visit to lone soldier in J'lem, expresses admiration for their contribution; NGO holds special benefit concert for wounded troops.

'65% of Israelis support Ariel University upgrade'

Fri, 18 Jan 2013 04:44:04 GMT

Survey finds that some 2/3 of public believe if school was located within Green Line, it would not have faced same fight for recognition.

Education Ministry releases bagrut answers

Fri, 18 Jan 2013 04:36:09 GMT

Ministry looks to give students immediate feedback on their exams and help others preparing for tests in revision process.

NGO offers Shoah survivors transportation to polls

Fri, 18 Jan 2013 02:07:44 GMT

Yad Sarah organization charges that Elections c'tee has “ignored” request to subsidize trips of physically disabled voters.

ILAN foundation holds annual March of Dimes

Thu, 17 Jan 2013 04:12:23 GMT

Event raises funds for those with neuromuscular disabilities.

A.H.A.V.A. holds Ma'aleh Adumim Read-a-thon

Wed, 16 Jan 2013 00:25:12 GMT

Nonprofit dedicated to promoting English literacy among disadvantaged children in Israel launched 8th annual event.

Education Ministry suspends language dept. head

Tue, 15 Jan 2013 17:05:29 GMT

Dr. Mousa, the Arab to hold position as head of Education Ministry's language department, dismissed 'unexpectedly.'

Jaffa Institute hosts annual fundraising gala

Mon, 14 Jan 2013 22:35:56 GMT

The Jaffa Institute, which assists Jaffa’s disadvantaged children and their families, raises NIS 1.5 million.

Ministry condemns attack by parent on teacher

Sun, 13 Jan 2013 22:25:47 GMT

A student’s father beat a teacher at the school on Friday for confiscating his son’s cellphone during class.

One in four Israeli seniors cannot afford heating

Thu, 10 Jan 2013 22:11:09 GMT

Survey shows around 160,000 individuals are unable to pay for house heating this winter, must choose between food or heating.

Small businesses in South may receive loans

Thu, 10 Jan 2013 02:11:09 GMT

KIEDF to give loans to small businesses following operation Pillar of Defense, which caused slow economic activity in South.

JDC-Israel expands project for the disabled

Wed, 09 Jan 2013 16:48:39 GMT

Over 1 million disabled adults currently live in Israel; Kahlon applauds project as one which helps disabled to integrate.

Ben-Gurion University to expand northern campus

Tue, 08 Jan 2013 04:22:41 GMT

Additional 57-acre tract of land will double the size of the university, and new dormitories will add 1,000 beds for students.

NGO drive seeks to fund wheelchair for disabled kids

Tue, 08 Jan 2013 04:15:23 GMT

Special chairs, which are maneuvered with the hands and head, cost NIS 70,000, which most families can't afford.

Gov't sets up c'tee on autistic kids after protests

Mon, 07 Jan 2013 23:06:52 GMT

Cabinet establishes inter-ministerial committee to draw up arrangements for measures on autistic children.

NGO fighting teen drug abuse could fold

Mon, 07 Jan 2013 03:07:28 GMT

Al Sam NGO, which treats drug use in youth and young adults below 24 years of age, calls on government to allocate funds.

Parents of autistic children slam budget cuts

Fri, 04 Jan 2013 02:45:03 GMT

ALUT organization meets with Treasury to discuss public service reduction; call to hold protest in front of PMO in J'lem.

NY boy builds basketball court for Beersheba kids

Thu, 03 Jan 2013 04:37:26 GMT

13-year-old Daniel Klosk donates bar mitzvah money to transform derelict basketball court in Yud Alef neighborhood.

'55% think male PM better suited to deal with Iran'

Wed, 02 Jan 2013 19:21:13 GMT

WIZO survey: While 70% don't rule out that a woman could be PM in next decade, 77% don't see female defense minister soon.

Technion to launch one-year English-language MBA program

Tue, 01 Jan 2013 22:38:04 GMT

As part of their studies, students will be exposed to the start-up scene in Israel through regular meetings with professionals from various hi-tech companies.

Protest for healthier meals at after-school program

Tue, 01 Jan 2013 00:31:46 GMT

Parents, children, educators and nutritionists hold a vigil against unhealthy lunches served at after-school program.

Woman spits on MK Tibi during debate at Bar Ilan

Tue, 01 Jan 2013 00:16:59 GMT

Student that attended debate says security guards refused to intervene after Tibi-Eldad event turned violent.

Israeli professor receives OBE from British queen

Mon, 31 Dec 2012 01:56:50 GMT

Prof. Penny Ur of the Oranim Academic College of Education is awarded prize for her services to the English language.

Hearing impaired call for increased gov't services

Sun, 30 Dec 2012 23:37:31 GMT

Welfare and Social Services Ministry re-approves budget following public protest against cuts to services for the deaf, hard of hearing.

IFCJ donates four new fire trucks

Fri, 28 Dec 2012 04:03:53 GMT

International Fellowship of Christians and Jews donates vehicles during week which marks 2 years since Carmel forest fire.

CBS survey: Israel losing academics to brain drain

Thu, 27 Dec 2012 02:36:36 GMT

Central Bureau of Statistics survey finds 20% of those who received PhDs in math from Israeli academia moved abroad.

Court refuses to block Ariel's university status

Wed, 26 Dec 2012 19:07:33 GMT

Move comes in response to injunction filed by university heads against Ariel University Center’s upgrade to university status.

State ordered to respond to injunction over Ariel U

Wed, 26 Dec 2012 12:31:14 GMT

Move comes in response to injunction filed by university heads against Ariel University Center’s upgrade to university status.

94% of high school kids use social networks in class

Tue, 25 Dec 2012 23:38:13 GMT

University of Haifa study shows permissive teaching style decreased phone usage; students also listen to music, play games.

Universities appeal to High Court over Ariel status

Tue, 25 Dec 2012 18:55:22 GMT

Presidents of Israeli universities file injunction to High Court against Ariel University Center’s upgrade to university status.

Israeli UNICEF official resigns amid controversy

Tue, 25 Dec 2012 06:06:59 GMT

Judy Shalom Nir Mozes steps down after campaign launched against her over comments she made during Pillar of Defense.

Pensioners Party launches campaign

Mon, 24 Dec 2012 05:12:15 GMT

Party declared goal of appealing to the younger generation, who are between 30 and 40 years old, to rally them to the cause.

Kadima most active in advancing disabled rights

Fri, 21 Dec 2012 04:07:17 GMT

Recent report indicates Kadima presented 17 bills for rights of people with disabilities, Yisrael Beytenu presented 14.

Knesset approves new law for handicap access

Thu, 20 Dec 2012 03:07:26 GMT

Law attempts to ensure people with disabilities will be able to equally enjoy all the services offered to the general public.

NGO's unsurprised by recent child poverty figures

Thu, 20 Dec 2012 02:38:35 GMT

Organization head says "the kids suffer tragically and they didn’t do anything wrong. Neither did their parents."

LA high school trains young Israel advocates

Tue, 18 Dec 2012 23:59:11 GMT

70 teenagers to spend six months studying in Hod Hasharon beginning in January on a Zionist program.

Israelis face 'difficult winter,' study shows

Tue, 18 Dec 2012 13:22:18 GMT

Ten percent of Israelis will not have enough blankets or other ways to keep themselves and their families warm this winter.

Poverty report paints disturbing picture of Israel

Mon, 17 Dec 2012 17:40:49 GMT

Annual alternative poverty report says 2012 is a "bad year" for Israel with increase in begging, hunger and social inequality.

World ORT introduces robotics in kindergartens

Sun, 16 Dec 2012 21:47:23 GMT

"Their way of thinking changes; it is much more science-oriented," says head of Israeli branch.

Israeli students’ high scores on tests questioned

Sun, 16 Dec 2012 21:29:17 GMT

Following reveal of scores on int'l standardized tests, reassessment of data puts question mark on credibility of results.

Students request polling stations on campus

Thu, 13 Dec 2012 23:32:56 GMT

Some 4,000 students from higher education institutions sign petition asking to have voting polls installed on campuses.

Bar Ilan student kicked out of class over kippa

Thu, 13 Dec 2012 18:42:52 GMT

University defends policy of requiring students to sign form obligating them to wear head coverings in Judaism courses.

Kfar Saba seniors to vote from their nursing homes

Thu, 13 Dec 2012 01:00:04 GMT

Senior citizens in assisted living faciltiies to vote in the upcoming January election without having to leave their institutions.

Ministry ups special needs integration efforts

Tue, 11 Dec 2012 05:24:40 GMT

Welfare and Social Services Ministry published first ever report on proper integration into society of people with special needs.

American NGO holds fundraiser for survivors

Sun, 09 Dec 2012 22:45:15 GMT

iVolunteer head says challenges that Holocaust survivors encounter in the US are in fact quite similar to those in Israel.

US Jews look to revive ‘Start-Up Nation’

Thu, 06 Dec 2012 22:48:24 GMT

Science education conference focuses on how to improve Israeli pupils’ participation in scientific fields.

'Over 1 million Israelis live with disabilities'

Mon, 03 Dec 2012 23:27:42 GMT

According to JDC-Israel report, more than a million adults live with disabilities – 12,000 of whom live in institutions.

Holocaust survivors protest budget shortage

Sun, 02 Dec 2012 20:29:36 GMT

Survivors gather to protest Treasury's handling of the Holocaust victims budget which reimburses annual medical expenses.

NGO: Israel has abandoned the impoverished

Sun, 02 Dec 2012 18:49:10 GMT

Annual Poverty Report indicates more than 1.8 million Israelis live in poverty, NGO says Israel lags behind other OECD countries.

Savior and saved 67 years later

Sat, 01 Dec 2012 18:21:34 GMT

Jewish Foundation for the Righteous reunites a Holocaust survivor with her Polish rescuer.

High school kicks off ‘reliable’ mock election

Thu, 29 Nov 2012 03:44:51 GMT

Mofaz and Yacimovich present their political positions to teenagers in Ramat Gan high school’s spacious conference hall.

Aharonovitch vows to battle violence again women

Wed, 28 Nov 2012 02:04:43 GMT

Public security minister pledges to appoint special staff to oversee enforcement of solutions to combat violence against women.

'Israel falling behind Western living standards'

Tue, 27 Nov 2012 06:42:39 GMT

Taub Center's 2011-2012 State of Nation Report paints “troubling picture" of government's response to socioeconomic problems.

NGO holds 2nd annual hair donation campaign

Mon, 26 Nov 2012 05:02:36 GMT

Operation "Your hair, their smile" will collect hair donations for wigs to benefit children and youth suffering from cancer.

Children in southern Israel go back to school

Sun, 25 Nov 2012 19:33:10 GMT

Although the cease-fire was implemented several days earlier, some municipalities in South had decided to keep schools closed.

WIZO: 26% decrease in domestic violence deaths

Sun, 25 Nov 2012 05:14:14 GMT

Women’s International Zionist Organization report shows 19 Israeli women were killed by family members in 2012.

WJC hosts fun day for children of the South

Fri, 23 Nov 2012 01:33:34 GMT

World Jewish Congress organizes two trips to the Biblical Zoo in Jerusalem for over 600 children of southern Israel.

Keren Hayesod gives $1m. for bomb shelters in South

Thu, 22 Nov 2012 04:00:57 GMT

'As in the past, Keren Hayesod will always stand by the State of Israel for every need,” says organization's world chairman Sandberg.

Universities to accommodate reserve soldiers

Thu, 22 Nov 2012 03:55:56 GMT

Sa'ar sent letter to presidents of institutions of higher education requesting that they accommodate students in reserve duty.

JDC-Ashalim helps kids in range of Gaza rockets

Wed, 21 Nov 2012 05:01:03 GMT

Data finds 10.7% of pupils drop out of high school; AJJDC seeks to address problem of "hidden drop-outs."

Distance-learning program allows study in South

Wed, 21 Nov 2012 00:05:32 GMT

Although Gaza conflict has led to suspension of classes in South, World ORT offers children there alternative way to study.

Israeli man attacks US embassy guard in Tel Aviv

Tue, 20 Nov 2012 16:20:14 GMT

Attacker stabs, injures security guard with axe and knife; warning shots fired; shooter remains in police custody.

Car hit by Iron Dome interception debris

Mon, 19 Nov 2012 02:54:11 GMT

A car caught on fire Sunday afternoon in Holon after debris from the Iron Dome’s interception of a Fajr-5 rocket shot toward the area fell on it.

WIZO holds international conference in Israel

Sun, 18 Nov 2012 07:03:15 GMT

Tel Aviv seminar for group's younger branch aims to promote and cultivate young Jewish women’s leadership abroad.

Deaf residents of the South left without warning

Thu, 15 Nov 2012 22:58:16 GMT

Malfunctions in vibrating beepers make it impossible for deaf Beersheba residents to know when Code Red rocket alarm sounds.

Reporter's Notebook: Tel Aviv not worried about rockets

Thu, 15 Nov 2012 01:47:59 GMT

In every military operation, TA always seems a bubble where the reality of Israel’s conflicts are far, far away.

Sderot opens ulpan for Ethiopian immigrants

Wed, 14 Nov 2012 23:36:23 GMT

Despite the recent barrage of rockets in southern Israel, AMIT opened two new ulpan classes in Sderot.

Amid rockets, IFCJ gives NIS 8m. to southern towns

Wed, 14 Nov 2012 04:24:11 GMT

International Fellowship of Christians and Jews gives contribution to emergency fund that equips rescue forces.

Innovative method bridges literacy gaps in schools

Tue, 13 Nov 2012 22:15:30 GMT

Teaching model improves literacy by focusing on reading, writing as necessary basic elements of a child’s education.

NGO calls for accessible voting for the blind

Mon, 12 Nov 2012 03:13:14 GMT

Access Israel pushes Central Elections Committee to implement 8-year-old decision to make voting more accessible.

Budget runs out for Holocaust survivors' expenses

Thu, 08 Nov 2012 17:40:38 GMT

Funds meant to reimburse survivors for medical bills are suspended due to an overflow of requests, budget shortfalls.

College campus for haredim draws 1,000 applicants

Thu, 08 Nov 2012 04:01:11 GMT

Hadassah College’s Strauss Campus will offer ultra-Orthodox students an academic environment tailored to their lifestyle.

Gov’t move opens way to more Bnei Menashe aliya

Tue, 06 Nov 2012 22:29:03 GMT

First group of tribal group from India, Burma to make aliya in five years; another 7,000 left in India wish to come to Israel.

Disabled immigrants to receive rent benefits

Tue, 06 Nov 2012 04:57:23 GMT

Wheelchair-bound olim to receive NIS 3,000 a month, up from NIS 800-1,500 as part of Trajtenberg Report recommendations.

Intel to invest $5 million in Israeli Education

Sun, 04 Nov 2012 19:35:35 GMT

Hi-tech leader to contribute to scientific, technological, engineering, mathematical education in high schools.

Judy Shalom Nir Mozes named UNICEF Israel chairwoman

Fri, 02 Nov 2012 04:00:51 GMT

Nir-Mozes was nominated last month to be chairwoman of the Israeli branch of the UN’s organization for children’s rights.

Study: Free public preschool regulation problematic

Fri, 02 Nov 2012 03:57:35 GMT

Taub Center for Social Policy Studies finds more teachers, kindergartens needed to implement free early education law.

NGO: Israel businesses inaccessible to disabled

Thu, 01 Nov 2012 05:01:08 GMT

Access Israel says cinemas, restaurants, pubs, sports stadiums and synagogues don't comply with accessibility regulations.

Police detain staff over abuse at mental hospital

Wed, 31 Oct 2012 22:01:20 GMT

Doctors, therapists among the 75 detained for suspected physical, sexual abuse of patients at Petah Tikva mental health institute.

Rabbinical courts to get family support services

Wed, 31 Oct 2012 04:25:55 GMT

The units are designed to provide social services to families going through legal battles such as divorces, exist in other courts.

CHE gives BGU 3 weeks to show curriculum changes

Wed, 31 Oct 2012 03:11:11 GMT

Political department at Ben-Gurion University must show a concrete commitment to incorporating varied political approaches.

Dozens protest pending closure of BGU department

Tue, 30 Oct 2012 11:23:24 GMT

Demonstrators gather in J'lem as council readies to review its decision to shut down Negev school's "left-wing" political program.

CHE to review decision on BGU poli-sci shutdown

Tue, 30 Oct 2012 01:52:12 GMT

The future of Ben-Gurion University’s political science department could be decided this week by the Council for Higher Education.

Children learn democracy via Rabin’s assassination

Mon, 29 Oct 2012 02:00:44 GMT

Six-grade classmates learn about Yitzak Rabin at school and extract some important lessons from his story.

A ‘philanthropic bank’ changing the face of charity

Sun, 28 Oct 2012 00:19:20 GMT

By basing its approach to philanthropy on investments, portfolio-building, one Jewish group is making Safed a better place.

BGU faculty threatens legal action over closure

Thu, 25 Oct 2012 04:28:07 GMT

University politics department threatens to take Council for Higher Education to court for "dangerous" decision to shutter program.

Israeli NGO gets UN consultant status

Wed, 24 Oct 2012 00:01:26 GMT

Israeli NGO the Issie Shapiro House was given a status of consultant to the UN’s Economic and Social Council.

BGU holds emergency training for the deaf

Tue, 23 Oct 2012 23:51:39 GMT

A thesis on the struggles of deaf people during Operation Cast Lead focuses on assisting deaf people.

TAU student recreates the tent protest on campus

Tue, 23 Oct 2012 01:06:30 GMT

Barak Segal set to take up residence in tent at Tel Aviv University in demonstration against high cost of housing.

Survey: Israeli women choose kids over career

Sun, 21 Oct 2012 23:13:32 GMT

54% of the respondents changed the scope of their careers with the birth of their children, while only 12% of their husbands did so.

Technical colleges go on strike over budget cuts

Sun, 21 Oct 2012 23:04:48 GMT

Protestors demand government provide technical colleges with more funding following NIS 40 million in budget cuts.

TAU students optimistic as school year starts

Sun, 21 Oct 2012 22:50:26 GMT

According to the Council for Higher Education, 305,550 students will study this year in 67 higher education institutions.

TAU students optimistic as school year starts

Sun, 21 Oct 2012 22:46:27 GMT

According to the Council for Higher Education, 305,550 students will study this year in 67 higher education institutions.

New school year sees rise in number of students

Sat, 20 Oct 2012 17:05:22 GMT

305,550 students will study in Israel’s higher education institutions this year, an increase of 2.3 percent since last year.

Students rank universities, colleges ahead of school year

Thu, 18 Oct 2012 23:34:35 GMT

IDC Herzliya leads rankings released by National Union of Israeli Students, followed by Kibbutzim College.

Student Union chair Shmuli to seek Labor seat

Wed, 17 Oct 2012 10:28:54 GMT

Despite original vows to stay out of electoral politics, social justice protest leaders Shmuli and Shaffir join Labor.

Israeli NGOs combating hunger on World Food Day

Tue, 16 Oct 2012 23:00:34 GMT

Almost 11 percent of families in Israel experienced significant nutritional insecurity in 2011

Meitzav results show decrease in achievements

Mon, 15 Oct 2012 20:40:52 GMT

Exam results reveal a significant amount of cheating and a decline in maths, science and technology scores.

Israeli expats returning home in record numbers

Mon, 15 Oct 2012 18:42:03 GMT

Ministry of Immigrant Absorption brings back 22,470 Israelis living abroad in 2.5 years; most from US, Canada.

Gal-on criticizes closure of BGU’s politics program

Mon, 15 Oct 2012 01:09:46 GMT

Professor from university labels Meretz leader’s comments as "pre-election farting...nothing to do with any factual issue."

Animal rights activists protest 'exploitation' in TA

Sun, 14 Oct 2012 02:08:55 GMT

Zoe Rechter, a volunteer at SHEVI, and vegan for three years, believes human beings do not value the lives of animals.

Shaffir announces Knesset run with Labor Party

Fri, 12 Oct 2012 23:07:59 GMT

Despite original vows to stay out of electoral politics, leaders of social protest movement reconsider their strategy.

Social Justice leaders mull political involvement

Thu, 11 Oct 2012 18:53:55 GMT

Despite original vows to stay out of electoral politics, leaders of social protest movement reconsider their strategy.

Survey shows med school applications on the rise

Thu, 11 Oct 2012 05:25:28 GMT

Study by the Council for Higher Education indicates on drop in application to law and business programs in Israeli universities.

Gov't stats show drop in 2011 household incomes

Thu, 11 Oct 2012 04:48:31 GMT

Central Bureau of Statistics survey shows bigger gap between wealthiest and poorest in society.

Galilee int'l conference examines Holocaust studies

Wed, 10 Oct 2012 21:57:01 GMT

Holocaust educators stressed the importance of speaking about the Shoah as a means of ensuring that such a tragedy never happens again.

Int'l conference opens talks on Holocaust education

Wed, 10 Oct 2012 21:07:04 GMT

"Holocaust Education for Democratic Values" forum addresses how to link Holocaust education and democratic education.

Housing, technology Israelis’ costliest expenses

Wed, 10 Oct 2012 02:42:04 GMT

2011 Household Expenditure Survey also finds 71% of households have two or more cellphones, 78% own a computer.

Survey: Students more dependent on parents

Tue, 09 Oct 2012 23:26:23 GMT

The average amount of parental financial help to students in 2012 so far climbed to NIS 14,355, 15 percent increase from last year.

Teachers threaten strike over understaffed classes

Tue, 09 Oct 2012 03:30:19 GMT

Preschool educators call for the government to fund more classroom aides for public classes.

Three Israeli universities among world's top 200

Thu, 04 Oct 2012 21:42:50 GMT

Hebrew University of J'lem, TA University, Technion ranked in 'Times Higher Education' top 200 world universities.

Teen scientists show findings at president’s succa

Thu, 04 Oct 2012 05:40:26 GMT

At Peres's annual Open Succa, students in Future Scientists and Inventors program show off their discoveries.

Seniors’ rights NGO holds vigil outside PM’s house

Thu, 04 Oct 2012 04:33:22 GMT

Ken Lazken vigil seeks to raise awareness of challenges facing elderly; organization says 20% of seniors below poverty line.

After Arab embassy hits, Israelis hold pro-US rally

Tue, 02 Oct 2012 17:51:04 GMT

Around 40 people wave US, Israeli flags outside the US embassy in Tel Aviv in show that Israel is "US's best friend in the region."

Professor defends BGU against bias allegation

Mon, 24 Sep 2012 01:21:32 GMT

Petition circulates asking to cancel decision barring students from registering for university's politics program.

NGO gives food to Survivors ahead of Yom Kippur

Mon, 24 Sep 2012 00:37:42 GMT

Group seeks to ensure Holocaust survivors have steady meals before fast; It’s a day to remember lost loved ones, says recipient.

Soldiers in a strange land

Thu, 06 Sep 2012 10:07:16 GMT

What makes young Diaspora Jews leave their homes and families behind to serve in the IDF?

Education Ministry: Cancel exams for first-graders

Thu, 06 Sep 2012 04:16:21 GMT

Ministry cancels exams in order to reduce potential damage to learning process to first grade students.