Delhi NCR Schools Go Hybrid Amid Pollution, Grades 10-12 Exempted
Delhi-Area Schools Shift to Hybrid Learning Amid Air Quality Concerns
Delhi, December 17, 2024 – As Delhi-NCR grapples wiht severe air pollution, schools across the region are transitioning to a hybrid learning model for most students. This decision, part of the Graded Response Action plan (GRAP) Stage 4, aims to protect children from the harmful effects of poor air quality.
Starting Monday night, students in grades VI through IX and XI will attend classes both in-person and online, wherever feasible. This directive applies to schools in Delhi,as well as the neighboring districts of Gurugram,Faridabad,Ghaziabad,and Gautam Buddh Nagar.”The health and safety of our students is paramount,” said a spokesperson for the Delhi government. ”This hybrid approach allows us to continue providing quality education while minimizing exposure to hazardous air pollutants.”
Noida Schools Adjust Timings Due to Cold Weather
Adding to the changes, schools in Gautam Buddh Nagar, Uttar Pradesh, will now start classes at 9:00 AM, effective tuesday.This adjustment comes in response to plummeting temperatures and aims to provide students with a warmer start to their school day.
“In view of the extreme cold, classes in all schools will start from 9 am till further orders,” stated Dharmveer Singh, the District Inspector of schools (DIOS) in Gautam Buddh Nagar.
Concerns Over Implementation and Compliance
While the GRAP guidelines mandate hybrid learning for younger students, some parents in Noida have expressed concerns about schools not fully adhering to the directives.”Noida schools are very much offline; they have not declared hybrid classes,” said Ayesha Singh, a parent.”The little kids are still forced to go to school in this condition just because the district magistrate can’t issue the order!”
Another parent, Kavita, echoed thes concerns, stating that some schools have yet to adjust their timings despite the official declaration.
As Delhi-NCR navigates this challenging period, ensuring the well-being of students remains a top priority. The effectiveness of these measures will depend on consistent implementation and cooperation from all stakeholders.
delhi schools Go Hybrid as Air quality Plummets, Cold Weather Pushes Back Start Times
Delhi, December 17, 2024 – Facing a double whammy of severe air pollution and plummeting temperatures, Delhi-NCR schools are implementing a mix of safety measures. Starting Monday, students in grades VI through IX and XI will transition to a hybrid learning model, attending classes both online and in-person wherever possible. This move comes as part of the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP) Stage 4, triggered by the alarming air quality in the region.
“The health and safety of our students is paramount,” stated a Delhi government spokesperson. “This hybrid approach allows us to continue providing quality education while minimizing exposure to hazardous air pollutants.”
The hybrid learning directive applies to all schools in Delhi and neighboring districts, including Gurugram, Faridabad, Ghaziabad, and Gautam Buddh Nagar. Simultaneously occurring, schools in Gautam Buddh Nagar, Uttar Pradesh, are shifting their start time to 9:00 AM, effective Tuesday. This adjustment, announced by District Inspector of Schools (DIOS) Dharmveer Singh, aims to provide students with a warmer start to the school day amidst the frigid temperatures.
Though, concerns remain regarding the implementation and compliance with these directives. Some parents in Noida have reported that schools have not fully embraced the hybrid learning model for younger students.
“Noida schools are very much offline; they have not declared hybrid classes,” shared Ayesha Singh, a concerned parent. “The little kids are still forced to go to school in this condition just because the district magistrate can’t issue the order!”
Another parent,Kavita,echoed these concerns,stating that some schools have yet to adjust their timings despite the official declaration.
As Delhi-NCR navigates this challenging period, ensuring the well-being of students remains a top priority. The success of these measures hinges on consistent implementation and cooperation from all stakeholders.