Yoav Kisch

Within just 5 years: ADHD drug consumption in Israel has doubled

A new study by the Ministry of Health reveals a sharp spike in the consumption of ADHD medications alongside a dramatic shift in the types of drugs prescribed in Israel.

ADHD is currently considered one of the most common neurodevelopmental disorders in the world
HOME FRONT Command chief Shay Klepper meets with representatives from Israel's emergency services.

Home Front Command lifts restrictions nationwide except for northern border communities

Children return to school following the ceasefire in the war with Hezbollah at Gamla Primary School in Katsrin, Golan Heights, April 19, 2026.

Israel's education system is failing its kids - editorial

Israeli students return to school, September 1, 2025.

Israel to ban cell phones in middle schools, Education Ministry confirms


Netanyahu, Kisch, Smotrich allocate over NIS 1b., outline AI education plan for summer schools

The plan covers summer school programs intended to address the academic and emotional toll of Operation Roaring Lion which led to widespread, extended school closures nationwide.

Prime Minister Netanyahu and Ministers Smotrich and Kisch.

School system to fully reopen across Israel starting Sunday, Education Ministry confirms

The Education Ministry announces the full reopening of schools nationwide, including northern communities, following updated security guidelines amid the ceasefires with Lebanon and Iran.

Children return to school in Rishon LeZion following a ceasefire in the war with Iran, April 9, 2026.

Education Minister announces new outline for matriculation exams, leniency for students in north

"As the security situation continues, we will continue to adapt our responses sensitively and in line with what emerges from the field,” Kisch said.

Education Minister Yoav Kisch visits a school in Rishon LeZion as children return to classes following a ceasefire in the war with Iran, April 9, 2026.

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

In the video, one of the individuals can be heard shouting at the gate that they are a teacher, before blaming Kisch for the Iranian attack, and that "these missiles are your fault! Protect me!"

Education minister Yoav Kisch attends Education, Culture, and Sports Committee meeting at the Knesset, the Israeli parliament in Jerusalem, on May 12, 2025.

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

Smotrich’s proposed calendar would have schools shift some of their summer vacation days to the month ahead, with the missed learning being made up over summer break. 

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

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

In response to a question about whether he will arrive in person to receive the prize on the national holiday, which falls on April 22, Trump reportedly answered, "Yes, it seems like it."

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

Home Front Command updates guidelines for southern Israel after strikes wound over 100

Schools will remain closed, in line with Education Minister Yoav Kisch's emergency Saturday ruling to cancel the return to in person learning on Sunday. 

Home Front Command Commander Major-General Shai Klapper at the scene of the Iranian ballistic missile strike in Arad, March 21, 2026.

WATCH: Eretz Nehederet portrays Quentin Tarantino heading for shelter, other tales of resilience

Tarantino, the Oscar-winning Pulp Fiction director living in Israel with his wife Daniella Pick and their children, was portrayed in the opening skit showing how people head to shelters.

Quentin Tarantino delivers a speech to open the festival during the opening ceremony and the screening the film "Partir un jour" (Leave One Day) Out of competition at the 78th Cannes Film Festival in Cannes, France, May 13, 2025.

Education Minister: Schools in Tel Aviv area, North to remain closed next week, others may reopen

Kisch made the remarks after conducting a situational assessment at the Nahariya Municipality in the North, almost two weeks after the shutdown of schools, daycares, and kindergartens nationwide.

An empty classroom (illustrative).