On Monday, September 21, 2026, Algerian Minister of National Education, Mohamed Séghir Saadawi, launched the 2026-2027 school year from the Martyr "Belkacem Rabeh" school in the municipality of El Ançar, Jijel province. The event was attended by the province's governor, Ahmed Meglat, and his accompanying delegation. The school, which has 157 students, hosted the ceremony where the minister and his delegation listened to the opening lesson addressed to primary school students.
The theme of the opening lesson was "The Relationship Between Trees and Human Health," reflecting the education sector's efforts to instill health and environmental awareness in young people. Minister Saadawi emphasized the importance of educating students about various aspects of health, highlighting that caring for their health is part of investing in the future of upcoming generations.
The minister explained that these activities aim to instill a health culture in students and introduce them to the importance of maintaining their health, particularly through understanding the principles of healthy nutrition. He also mentioned that doctors, as part of the National School Health Week, provide explanations to students about various aspects of healthy nutrition and health in general.
Minister Saadawi stressed the significance of organizing the National School Health Week at the beginning of the academic year, contributing to enhancing prevention in the school environment and making the back-to-school period an opportunity to establish proper health behaviors. This initiative aligns with the Algerian government's efforts to prioritize health and education.
The launch event in Jijel is part of a broader national effort to improve and expand educational infrastructure across Algeria. Recently, several new educational institutions have been opened in various provinces, including Khenchela, Batna, and Annaba, to accommodate the increasing number of students and provide better learning environments.
Algeria's education sector has been focusing on improving the quality of education and expanding access to schools nationwide. The government has been working to enhance educational infrastructure, train teachers, and develop curricula that meet international standards. These efforts aim to provide students with the skills and knowledge necessary to compete in the global economy.
As the new academic year begins, students and teachers across Algeria are expected to focus on the curriculum that includes essential life skills and academic subjects. The government's investment in education reflects its commitment to building a more informed, skilled, and healthy population, which is crucial for the country's development and growth.
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- Algerian Education Minister Mohamed Séghir Saadawi launched the 2026-2027 school year in Jijel, emphasizing health and environmental awareness among students.
