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🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

Muba's new director Piret Rips: I won't break the system, but I won't continue in the same way either

Piret Rips has been appointed as the new director of Muba, emphasizing the need for strong leadership and teamwork in the school.

Feb 27 • 11:23 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Kano sets March 1 for second term break

Kano State Government announces March 1 as the start date for the Eid al-Fitr holiday for all schools in the state.

Feb 25 • 19:40 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Winter Surprised a School in Helsinki

A school in Helsinki is managing challenges due to frozen water pipes after the winter break, requiring students to adapt their daily routines temporarily.

Feb 25 • 14:35 UTC
🇸🇪 SVT Nyheter
National & Local

Tough Action Against Poaching - The County Administrative Board Increases Presence During the Break

The County Administrative Board in Västerbotten, Sweden, is increasing surveillance against poaching by deploying a significant number of nature inspectors during the upcoming school break.

Feb 25 • 05:00 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

Can the wallet hold up? The prices of spas in Estonia during the school break are surprising

The article discusses the unexpectedly pleasant prices of spas in Estonia during the ongoing school break.

Feb 24 • 13:01 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
Life & Tech

Post-vacation syndrome: what it is and tricks to return to routine

The article discusses post-vacation syndrome, a condition experienced when returning to work or school after a break, characterized by feelings of apathy, fatigue, or irritability.

Feb 23 • 11:01 UTC
🇳🇴 VG
National & Local

15-year-old died in sledding accident - reportedly used a type of foil

A 15-year-old boy tragically died in a sledding accident in Biri, Norway, during a school activity just before winter break.

Feb 21 • 09:54 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

Spa occupancy during the school break is equal to last year

Estonia's spa occupancy rates during the upcoming school break are comparable to those of the previous year, with significant interest from locals.

Feb 20 • 17:37 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Private Elementary School Teacher's Suicide Recognized as Work-related Accident; Judgment Changed, Break Time Almost 'Zero' Recognized

The Japanese government has recognized the suicide of a private school teacher as a work-related accident due to excessive working hours and inadequate break times.

Feb 20 • 10:40 UTC
🇮🇸 Visir
National & Local

Bláfjöll finally opens today

Bláfjöll ski area opens its slopes today, marking a joyful occasion for families during the winter school break.

Feb 20 • 09:38 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

Latvian Puppet Theatre Invites Students to Anticipate Spring During School Break

The Latvian Puppet Theatre invites students and parents to enjoy the magic of theatre during the spring break with a variety of performances.

Feb 20 • 08:30 UTC
🇮🇸 Visir
National & Local

The heating water pipe broke in Varmahlíðarskóli

A water leak from a broken heating pipe at Varmahlíðarskóli prompted swift action from staff and an early winter break for students.

Feb 19 • 11:36 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

Southern Estonia's tourism establishments prepare for the school break week

Tourism and hospitality businesses in Southern Estonia are preparing for the upcoming school break week while noting a decline in special programs and packages this year.

Feb 18 • 16:45 UTC
🇲🇽 Milenio (ES)
National & Local

There will be another MEGAPUENTE in February: When is it and why will these students have a break? | SEP Calendar

Students in basic education will enjoy an extended break in February due to a scheduled holiday on February 27th coinciding with the weekend.

Feb 17 • 19:38 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

Two outsiders invaded a school in Tampere

Two outsiders invaded a school in Tampere during a lunch break, attacking two students.

Feb 17 • 09:57 UTC
🇲🇽 Milenio (ES)
National & Local

Are the Easter holidays being brought forward? SEP reveals the official date for the school break in 2026

The official start date for the Easter holidays in 2026 has been confirmed by Mexico's Secretariat of Public Education, detailing when students can expect their break.

Feb 11 • 13:50 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

Snow is coming - These regions currently have poor road conditions

Heavy snow is expected in parts of Finland, leading to poor road conditions ahead of the school winter break next week.

Feb 11 • 05:32 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Lower Bavaria: Student Sprays Pepper Spray - Eight Injured

A student in Straubing, Germany, released pepper spray during a school break, resulting in eight mild injuries among classmates.

Feb 10 • 12:17 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Pipe rupture in Espoo – only cereals and vegetables offered to students

A water pipe break at Kauklahden school in Espoo forced an early end to the school day due to a halt in water supply.

Feb 10 • 10:57 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

Estonian University Invites School Youth to Free Technology Camps During Winter Break

The Estonian University is offering two free city camps during the winter break for school youth to explore robotics and electronics.

Feb 10 • 09:26 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Now there's a forecast - here's what the winter vacation weeks will look like

Finland's winter vacation weeks are approaching, with varying weather patterns expected across different regions.

Feb 10 • 04:35 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Uganda: Schools Reopen Amid Teacher Concerns Over Long Break and Rising Costs

Schools in Uganda have reopened for the new academic year, with teachers worried about the academic setbacks caused by a long break and rising costs of school supplies.

Feb 9 • 14:27 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Ex-Playboy parades at Carnival for the first time after becoming a mother

Model Jéssica Amaral returns to Carnival as a muse for the Colorado do Brás school after a maternity break.

Feb 8 • 10:30 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

When do classes start in the province of Buenos Aires

The Buenos Aires provincial government officially announced the educational calendar for 2026, detailing the start of classes and winter break, aiming for 190 days of school activity.

Feb 6 • 15:05 UTC
🇩🇪 Die Welt
National & Local

After violence in the schoolyard - Authority expels two underage children from school for six months

Following incidents of violence at schools in Cottbus, two underage children have been expelled for six months and will instead participate in alternative educational measures after the winter break.

Feb 6 • 12:08 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Penkkarit are celebrated today with great enthusiasm – we follow the celebrations across Finland

Today marks the celebration of "penkkarit" across Finland, as graduating high school seniors prepare for their upcoming reading break before the spring graduation exams.

Feb 5 • 09:33 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
Life & Tech

Author Imbi Paju and illustrator Liina Maadla invite children to a creative journey during the school break

During the winter school break, families are encouraged to join a workshop led by author Imbi Paju and illustrator Liina Maadla, celebrating Estonia's 108th birthday through literature and creativity.

Feb 5 • 08:21 UTC
🇺🇦 Ukrainska Pravda
World

Russians hit Dnipropetrovsk Oblast with missile and drones: fires break out – photo

A Russian missile and drone strike on Dnipropetrovsk Oblast resulted in significant damage to a business, school, office building, and homes, but fortunately no casualties were reported.

Feb 5 • 06:00 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
National & Local

Leaders of desecrated Catholic school urge prayer for perpetrators after Mary statue, tabernacle destroyed

The leaders of Holy Innocents Catholic School in Long Beach, California, are calling for community prayers and acts of reparation after a break-in resulted in significant destruction of religious artifacts.

Feb 4 • 02:00 UTC
🇲🇽 Milenio (ES)
National & Local

It's official. Here are all the days that children will NOT have classes in February | Break dates

February prepares for a much-anticipated long weekend that will allow many to plan breaks and short trips while also highlighting other important dates for families, students, and workers.

Feb 3 • 21:10 UTC
🇲🇽 Milenio (ES)
National & Local

It’s official. Here are all the days when children will NOT have classes in February | Break dates

February is set to feature an expected extended weekend that will enable thousands to plan vacations and short trips, with key days off for both workers and students outlined in the article.

Feb 3 • 13:57 UTC
🇩🇰 Altinget
National & Local

Startling sums of money break with the notion of innocent school elections

Approximately 70,000 teenagers aged 14 to 16 voted in a school election where the Social Democrats emerged as the largest party with 23% of the votes, amidst significant financial contributions from parent parties to the campaign.

Feb 2 • 01:00 UTC
🇵🇱 Wprost
National & Local

These students will start winter break today. Soon, another break awaits them

Winter break for students in selected Polish provinces officially began on January 19 and will last until February 1, 2026, with only three periods of winter break scheduled this year instead of the usual four.

Jan 16 • 09:52 UTC
🇵🇱 Wprost
National & Local

MEN's announcement just before winter break. Important tip for parents

The Polish Ministry of Education (MEN) has advised parents to ensure their children have the mLegitymacja, an electronic school ID, for benefits during the upcoming winter break, which will now have three sessions instead of four.

Jan 14 • 18:53 UTC
🇭🇷 Index.hr
Life & Tech

How to Help a Child Ease Back to School After Winter Break?

The article discusses strategies for helping children transition back to school after winter break, emphasizing the importance of sleep, emotional support, and routine.

Jan 13 • 21:29 UTC
🇭🇷 Index.hr
National & Local

The second semester has started: Students face 11 weeks of classes without (additional) breaks

Students have returned to school for the second semester, facing 11 consecutive weeks of classes until the spring break at the end of March.

Jan 12 • 21:21 UTC
🇨🇿 iRozhlas
National & Local

Water leaked, no one knew where. Students from a Vyškov school extended their New Year break due to an accident

Students from a school in Vyškov have had their New Year break extended due to a water leakage incident that no one knew the source of.

Jan 9 • 08:55 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

NHS message to parents over 18 illnesses as some could keep kids off school - full list

The NHS has warned parents in the UK about 18 illnesses that could prevent children from attending school as they return from break.

Jan 6 • 05:35 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Snow forecast hits Scottish schools and cold health alerts in place for England

Heavy snow and cold health alerts across the UK are affecting schools, transport, and driving conditions as people return to work and study after the Christmas break.

Jan 4 • 16:13 UTC
🇭🇷 Večernji List
Sports

Squash Balls Secured, Everyone to the Squash Camp in Zavrtnica

A free squash camp for elementary school students is organized in collaboration with TheFitness&SQUASH, starting January 7th during the winter break.

Jan 4 • 10:52 UTC
🇵🇱 Wprost
National & Local

After the decision on winter break, things got heated. The Ministry of Education has announced new dates

The Ministry of Education in Poland has changed the winter break schedule for the 2025/2026 school year from four sessions to three, responding to demands from parents and local government representatives.

Dec 27 • 19:42 UTC

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