Yoav Kisch

Israel to expand summer school program after Iran war closures, education minister says

Kisch's plan expands the existing framework called the “Summer Vacation School,” which is run by the Education Ministry and provides state-subsidized summer programs after the school year ends.

Children return to school in Rishon LeZion following a ceasefire in the war with Iran, April 9, 2026.
Education minister Yoav Kisch attends Education, Culture, and Sports Committee meeting at the Knesset, the Israeli parliament in Jerusalem, on May 12, 2025.

Education Minister slams 'extremist, deranged criminals' for trying to enter his home during siren

Zoom school, March 12: ‘For young children, parents, and university stu dents, people are juggling many roles.’

Smotrich proposes new education guidelines: vacation now, study in the summer

US President Donald Trump gestures while boarding Air Force One as he departs from Joint Base Andrews in Maryland, US, March 20, 2026.

Trump weighs possible wartime Israel visit to receive Israel Prize on Independence Day


High Court to hear two cases blocking haredi education funds amid legal disputes

Supreme Court Justice Yael Willner ordered that hearings in both cases be held by January 8, and instructed the parties to submit preliminary responses up to 24 hours beforehand.

Supreme Court justices preside over a hearing at the High Court of Justice in Jerusalem, December 1, 2025

Trump to receive 2026 Israel Prize for 'special contribution towards the Jewish people'

Benjamin Netanyahu told Donald Trump he would receive the Israel Prize, but Education Ministry regulations raise questions over whether a non-Israeli citizen can be awarded the honor.

US President Donald Trump welcomes Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to his Mar-a-Lago club on December 29, 2025 in Palm Beach, Florida.

Israel to ban student use of cell phones on elementary school property, starting February

“We are allowing children to return and truly meet each other, reduce external distractions, and expand the human and natural connection between students, without screens,” Kisch said.

Children arrive for the first day of school in the Israeli town of Mevaseret Zion, September 1, 2025.

Power struggles emerge in Netanyahu's Likud internal elections ahead of national primaries

The clashes over local and Central Committee seats are exposing power struggles ahead of the national primaries as political consultants play central roles on many competing lists.

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu arrives to a Likud party meeting at the Knesset, Israel's parliament in Jerusalem on July 23, 2025.

Prosecution: Cross-examination questioning in Case 1000 set to conclude on Monday

PM Netanyahu confirmed in court that he was aware of and approved gifts from Arnon Milchan, as testimony continues in Case 1000.

The testimony hearing in Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's criminal trial opened on Wednesday, the 17th of the cross-examination section.

'Just as the Third Reich lost its right to exist, so too did Israel' Tel Hai College professor says

"Israeli academia cannot serve as a sanctuary for individuals spreading blood libels against their own country," Professors for a Strong Israel said, strongly condemning Hairston's post.

Tel Hai College.

Middle school curriculum to include financial literacy in upcoming year - report

Students across Israel will soon study financial literacy weekly, learning key life skills like budgeting and saving.

Education Minister Yoav Kisch, August 31, 2025.

Cabinet ministers, Gantz denounce booing of Netanyahu's name during Witkoff's Hostage Square speech

Likud ministers and senior opposition figure Benny Gantz denounced protesters who booed Prime Minister Netanyahu during US envoy Steve Witkoff’s speech at Hostage Square.

Activists gather at Tel Aviv's Hostage Square, October 11, 2025.

Protestors and Police clash outside of Education Minister Yoav Kish's home

Dozens of activists gathered outside of Kisch's home.

People protest calling for the release of hostages held in the Gaza Strip, near the Prime Minister's residence in Jerusalem, August 9, 2025.

Gov't approval of NIS 40 m. toward Shas school system to face legal obstacles - report 

Officials claimed that the move to transfer the funds would face major legal difficulties, the report said.

 HAREDI YESHIVA students