DR ‹ › Classes resumed in Chefchaouen at 8 a.m. on Wednesday after several days of exceptional suspension due to severe weather conditions. The decision to restart lessons in both public and private schools was taken in line with the recommendations of the provincial monitoring committee and in coordination with local authorities, following a marked improvement in weather conditions. In rural areas, the return to school was only partial, as authorities prioritized the safety of students and teaching staff. At Loubar Middle School, classrooms were once again filled, with teachers and students working to make up for lost time after heavy rainfall and strong winds disrupted classes since February 2. Speaking to MAP, Loubar's principal, Mohamed Dakak, said classes had resumed normally at the school, with full attendance except for students living in nearby villages where access remains disrupted due to road damage. He noted that these students are expected to return once traffic is restored. During the suspension period, a digital distance-learning platform was activated, allowing students to continue their studies remotely. In addition, the Provincial Directorate of National Education has introduced a support schedule to compensate for lost teaching hours. In rural communities, authorities decided to resume classes normally in schools located in commune centers, where students do not rely on school transport. However, lessons remain suspended in institutions that are still difficult to access due to damaged roads or other safety concerns, in coordination with local authorities and parents' associations. It is also worth noting that other provincial education directorates under the Tangier-Tétouan-Al Hoceima Regional Academy have resumed in-person classes since Tuesday or Wednesday in both public and private schools, except in specific areas, including Ksar El Kébir and localities heavily affected by the recent storms.
