Iran Keeps Schools Closed as Online Classes Continue for Three Months

Schools in Iran have remained closed for three months after the war with the United States and Israel, with lessons continuing online even after the declared ceasefire. Educational institutions have still not reopened, leaving families to manage schooling from home. Sarah, who attends daily online classes with her 7-year-old son, said she must balance lesson supervision with household tasks. She said the arrangement has been especially difficult for first-grade students, who need a school environment and social interaction. Education Minister Ali Reza Kazemi said at least 20 schools were completely destroyed in the fighting, and 279 students were killed. The damage has underscored the scale of disruption to the education system as authorities keep classrooms closed.