The Education Ministry presents its case to the Knesset: “More funding needed to teach Zionism, Judaism, and democracy; to keep up with other countries; to improve achievements; and to reduce social gaps.”
A special Knesset Education Committee session began on Wednesday morning with an introduction by Education Minister Gideon Saar. After praising the fact that the school year will open next week without labor disputes, Saar said that, beginning in September 2010, a new educational subject would be taught in Grades 5-9: “Jewish Tradition and Culture.” Topics to be covered will include the bonds between the Jewish Nation and the Land of Israel, as well as leaders, symbols, and social and other values connected with Judaism and Zionism.
A special Knesset Education Committee session began on Wednesday morning with an introduction by Education Minister Gideon Saar. After praising the fact that the school year will open next week without labor disputes, Saar said that, beginning in September 2010, a new educational subject would be taught in Grades 5-9: “Jewish Tradition and Culture.” Topics to be covered will include the bonds between the Jewish Nation and the Land of Israel, as well as leaders, symbols, and social and other values connected with Judaism and Zionism.
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