The new school year began on September 19, seeing approximately 541,000 students return to education in Gaza. This follows nearly three years of disruption caused by the war that started in October 2023. Despite a ceasefire in October 2025, violence has continued, with two students killed earlier this month. UNICEF reports that nearly 98% of school buildings in Gaza have been damaged since October 2023, with over 93% requiring major rehabilitation or full reconstruction. Schools face severe shortages of stationery, textbooks, desks, and chairs, with many classes held in temporary tents.