Classes in Al-Qassim will be suspended tomorrow and switched to remote learning via Madrasati

The General Directorate of Education in the Qassim region officially announced the suspension of in-person classes for tomorrow, Thursday, June 27, 1447 AH, in all schools affiliated with the region, based on reports received from the National Center for Meteorology, and out of concern for the safety of students and the educational and administrative staff.

Details of the decision to suspend studies in Qassim

The Qassim Education Department clarified via its official social media account that the educational process will not be suspended, but will instead be shifted from in-person attendance to distance learning. Classes will continue through the Madrasati platform for all students, as well as for school and education office staff, to ensure the continuation of the curriculum without interruption despite the fluctuating weather conditions.

The importance of safety and the role of the National Center for Meteorology

This decision comes as part of ongoing coordination between the Ministry of Education and relevant authorities, most notably the National Center for Meteorology and the Civil Defense. These precautionary measures are part of the Kingdom's crisis management strategy to ensure the safety of lives and property. Such decisions are typically issued when there are advanced warnings of heavy rainfall, strong surface winds, or reduced horizontal visibility, which could pose a risk to students and school buses.

My School Platform: A Success Story in Continuity of Education

This event highlights the high level of digital readiness that the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia possesses in the education sector. The "My School" platform has become a leading national model, ensuring that the educational journey continues uninterrupted under any circumstances. This flexibility is one of the fruits of the digital transformation within the Kingdom's Vision 2030, where the Ministry successfully built a robust technological infrastructure that enables a seamless transition from in-person to online learning within a few hours. This has proven its high efficiency since the COVID-19 pandemic and continues to do so today in cases of inclement weather.

Guidelines for parents and students

The Education Department urged parents and students to access the Madrasati platform during the scheduled times and to follow up on lessons and assignments to ensure academic progress. Authorities also stressed the importance of monitoring official weather forecasts and avoiding areas prone to flash floods and valleys during the rainy period, wishing everyone safety.