Schools in Syria
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By Rob Sixmith
A boy concentrates in class at a school in Al-Hasakah, which recieved new desks as part of UNICEF-supported programme in the Syrian Arab Republic.
Schools are similar across the world: boisterous students, playground noise and homework to be done.
But for some students in the Syrian Arab Republic, education has been limited. And a recent drought here has compounded the stress on an already overstretched education system that has absorbed an influx of thousands of Iraqi students.
UNICEF, in partnership with the European Union, is ensuring every child’s right to education in Syria. We are improving teacher training, providing school supplies and reconstructing classrooms.
Refurbished schools
“Now we have these beautiful desks that are the right size for the children, painted walls, also a sun shade in the playground" said Al-Hasakah headmaster Saiid Bakro. Before, there were no guardrails and a boy fell to his death from the second floor. Now it is safer.”The students are proud of their refurbished schools. The new bathrooms are a cause of fascination.
“This bit is new, the toilets are all new. These are French toilets, see, you press this button,” said Mohummed, 11, as he toured his newly spruced-up school. “This is my favorite picture, of the park and the people with trees,” he added, pointing to a wall painting. “It is really beautiful.”
UNICEF has pledged to work alongside the committed teachers to bolster and support the aspirations of students across the Syrian Arab Republic. Be this through new bathrooms, better desks or improved teacher training, the result will be the same – an improved education for Syria’s enthusiastic students.
