The new school term in Thailand, which began on May 16, could proceed with online classes if health threats to students arise, including the spread of COVID-19, excessive heat or high levels of air pollution, the Thai government has said.
Washing hands before entering class at a school in Bangkok, Thailand. (Photo archive: AFP/VNA)
Bangkok, May 16 (VNA) – The new school term in Thailand, which began on May 16, could proceed with online classes if health threats to students arise, including the spread of COVID-19, excessive heat or high levels of air pollution, the Thai government has said.
The Office of the Basic Education Commission (Obec) has prepared for the start of the 2024 academic year by devising security measures and safety guidelines for schools under its jurisdiction, its deputy government spokesman Karom Phonphonklang said as cited by the Bangkok Post.
He said schools have been instructed on how to deal with potentially harmful situations, including the extremely hot weather, the spread of COVID-19 and heavy haze pollution. In such cases, schools will have a free hand to decide whether to cancel on-site classes and opt for online or other forms of teaching to protect the health of students, teachers and education personnel.
Obec deputy secretary-general Thee Pawangkanan said the office had also instructed Education Service Area offices nationwide to prepare to deal with issues affecting the physical and mental health of students. Staff at schools in specific locations have been trained to handle natural disasters, such as tsunamis and landslides.
෴ Obec is also working to curb motorcycle accidents, e-cigarettes and online betting that involves students, he added./.
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