Israel’s 2026-2027 school year opens Tuesday with new programs focusing on student resilience and belonging, financial literacy, and artificial intelligence.

Over 20,000 students head to class in Gaza border towns, 9% more than in Sept. 2023; police secure Jerusalem school targeted by Haredi extremists; East Jerusalem private schools…

As students return to school, the Education Ministry is touting reforms in financial literacy and AI as Israel faces a shortage of qualified teachers. Students are also protesting…