In-person classes will be suspended tomorrow in Al-Baha and Bisha due to bad weather
In a proactive step aimed at ensuring the safety of students and staff, in-person classes will be suspended tomorrow, Monday, at several educational institutions in the Al-Baha region and Bisha governorate. This decision comes in response to reports and warnings issued by the National Center for Meteorology, indicating unstable weather conditions that warrant caution.
Transforming the educational process to remote learning at King Khalid and Bisha Universities
King Khalid University and Bisha University have announced the suspension of in-person classes tomorrow at all their colleges, both at the main campus and their branches in the governorates. The university administrations clarified that the educational process will not cease but will be transitioned to remote learning via the Blackboard platform. This measure applies to all students, faculty members, and staff of both universities, ensuring the continued delivery of academic content without interruption, in accordance with approved emergency plans.
My School platform is a safe alternative for public education students in Al-Baha
In the public education sector, the General Directorate of Education in the Al-Baha region issued a similar decision suspending in-person classes for all staff and students in schools across the region and its affiliated governorates on Monday. The Directorate confirmed that classes will be conducted remotely via the “My School” platform to ensure the smooth continuation of the daily curriculum. This measure reflects the Ministry of Education’s preparedness to handle emergencies and provide a safe and sustainable learning environment.
Continuation of technical and vocational training virtually
The decision was not limited to schools and universities; it also included the General Directorate of Technical and Vocational Training in the Al-Baha region, which announced the suspension of in-person training at all its facilities in the Sarawat and Tihama sectors. It was decided to convert all diploma and bachelor's degree programs, as well as those offered by private training institutes, to a distance learning model. This measure was taken in accordance with approved mechanisms to ensure the continuity of the training process without compromising its quality.
Digital infrastructure: A guarantee for the continuity of education during crises
Historically, Saudi Arabia has witnessed radical transformations in the education sector, particularly concerning the digital infrastructure established and developed within the framework of Saudi Vision 2030. The substantial investment in platforms like “Madrasati” and university learning management systems has facilitated swift and decisive decision-making in response to weather conditions. The southern and southwestern regions of the Kingdom, such as Al-Baha, Asir, and Bisha, are characterized by mountainous terrain and variable weather, including heavy rainfall and dense fog, making e-learning a frequent and successful strategic option during these seasons.
The positive impact of the decision to suspend in-person classes on society
The decision to suspend in-person classes and switch to remote learning has a significant impact at both the local and national levels. Locally, this measure directly contributes to saving lives and reducing traffic accidents that could result from adverse weather conditions and poor visibility. It also alleviates the burden on security agencies and civil defense teams, which mobilize their efforts during the rainy season. Nationally, it strengthens the culture of institutional resilience and crisis management, demonstrating the ability of government institutions to adapt quickly to environmental changes. This reflects positively on the technological and administrative development that the Kingdom is experiencing across all its vital sectors.
