New public health order requiring all travelers -- including those vaccinated or recovered from COVID-19 -- to isolate upon arrival will come into effect May 3

As educational system fully reopens, top official says plan drafted to extend school year for students through 11th grade, teachers on board

Matanyahu Englman warns matriculation exams focusing on knowledge rather than modern skills, rolling of tech upgrade lacking

Students to be in school at least 2 days a week in low- to medium-infection areas; remote learning continues in higher rate towns; outdoor activities in set groups allowed for all

Premier proposes extending school year into summer to make up for lost time; teachers' leaders oppose plan

Schools that are permitted to open in accordance with Health Ministry guidelines may hold celebrations; officials advise caution regarding face masks under costumes

Knesset committee had overturned cabinet decision to mandate remote learning for all children aside from students in grades 1-4, 11-12

400,000 children eligible for hot school meals are stuck at home due to coronavirus, falling between cracks as ministries fail to take responsibility, Knesset committee hears

Proposal, subject to ministerial approval, would see 5th and 6th graders in school at least 3 days a week, 11th and 12th graders at least twice a week

Ministry proposal will shave a day off school for students in third and fourth grade, but solve problems surrounding opening for younger grades