Riyaz Bhat
Srinagar, Jul 23: Amid hot weather conditions, the School Education Department Tuesday ordered a change in school timing for all classes from 8Am to 1 Pm in both rural and urban areas of Kashmir region.
Director of School Education Kashmir (DSEK) in an order said that several representations were pouring in from parents and other stakeholders regarding change in school timings for students due to the ongoing heatwave.
On Monday, Teachers and parents demanded either change in school timing or further announcement of summer break in the Kashmir region.
According to the weather forecast, the same conditions are expected to continue in the coming days as well.
“Now therefore, in view of the above and considering the requests from parents and various stakeholders, as well as the weather forecast, classwork in all government and recognized private schools up to the Higher Secondary level in the Kashmir Division shall commence from 8:00 am to 1:00 pm in both rural and urban areas,” it reads.
DSEK further clarified that teaching and non-teaching staff shall attend their duties from 8:00 am to 2:00 pm.
“This arrangement will continue upto 10th August 2024.” Earlier on June 30, SED announced summer break for all schools falling in winter zones from July-08 to July-17.Pertinently, KNO was the first to carry a detailed story in July 22 bulletin suggesting change in times as demanded by parents and students. (KNO)
