Education

Upcoming election 'most consequential' in history, Democrats MK Lazimi tells ‘Post’ - interview

Lazimi received the second slot on the Democrats' list after the internal primaries took place, during which more than 97,000 registered members of the party cast their ballots.

MK Naama Lazimi attends a plenum session at the assembly hall of the Knesset, the Israeli parliament in Jerusalem, July 8, 2026.
Children at Beersheba’s Hagar bilingual school read together

Should we still learn foreign languages? - opinion

Members of the National Education Association and allies in Congress rally outside Secretary of Education nominee Linda McMahon’s confirmation hearing on February 12, 2025 in Washington, DC.

ADL and JCPA diverge over teachers union, exposing a divide over how to fight antisemitism

MK Zvi Sukkot visiting the city of Rahat as residents protest his visit, July 12, 2026.

'Intimidation will not deter me': Clashes erupt in Bedouin city Rahat in protest of Sukkot's visit


Willner signals disputed haredi school transfer may return to Finance Committee

At the center of the case is a December 25, 2025, Finance Committee transfer involving education funds, including money directed to haredi institutions.

 Jewish yeshiva students study at the Kamenitz Yeshiva, in Jerusalem on September 9, 2024.

Knesset says Finance Ministry acted unlawfully on haredi funding transfers

Knesset officials say haredi funds were distributed before approval, raising legal concerns ahead of a High Court hearing on the dispute.

 Jewish yeshiva students study at the Kamenitz Yeshiva, in Jerusalem on September 9, 2024.

Smotrich proposes new education guidelines: vacation now, study in the summer

Smotrich’s proposed calendar would have schools shift some of their summer vacation days to the month ahead, with the missed learning being made up over summer break. 

Zoom school, March 12: ‘For young children, parents, and university stu dents, people are juggling many roles.’

Jewish day schools’ macro and micro impact - opinion

Day schools function as an anchor institution, attracting parents and communal professionals who seek robust educational options for their own children.

Seattle Jewish Community Day School

Keshet reports record year for philanthropy in Israel

Millions of shekels were directed in 2025 toward the rehabilitation of the Gaza border communities, mental health initiatives, and the education system.

Students place flags near the main lawn of Columbia University, to show support for the Jewish community on campus, for peaceful solutions, and commemorate all lives lost since October 7, 2023, across from a student protest encampment in support of Palestinians, during the ongoing conflict

Israel’s education policies compromise its qualitative edge - opinion

In order to preserve Israel’s qualitative edge, its education system must excel at every level.

Education Minister Yoav Kisch at the education system's arranging room at the Ministry of Education in Jerusalem, in preparation for the opening of schools in the country tomorrow morning, August 31, 2025.

Resilience in crisis: Jonathan Davis on wartime at Reichman University

Jonathan Davis reveals how the institution supports its international student body during times of conflict, fostering resilience and community.

 Jonathan Davis on wartime at Reichman University.

From shelters to fun: How Jerusalem is helping residents cope during Iran war

The Jerusalem Municipality has been offering online and other activities to locals, across a wide range of topics and fields, for quite a while.

The Jerusalem Municipality took the personal approach to delivering games kits around town.

California sues Oakland school district, saying district ignored order to address antisemitism

In January, the department ordered the Oakland Unified School District to send letters to families and staff condemning antisemitism and take several other steps. The lawsuit says the district failed

Oakland High School in Oakland, California.

As generative AI spreads in learning, educators grapple with privacy and transparency concerns

“The real divide, then, may not be between using AI and not using it, but between tools that encourage thought and tools that replace it.”