Education ministry urges schools to prioritize mental health of flood-affected students
Summary
The Education Department has told flood-affected schools in Rasuwa to provide psychosocial counseling and assess students’ mental health before resuming regular classes. It has urged coordination with health facilities and a child-friendly school environment to support children affected by the Bhotekoshi flood.
Key Points
- The Education Department has directed schools in Bhotekoshi flood-affected areas of Rasuwa to resume classes only after counseling and mental health checks for students.
- Officials said children may be facing fear, anxiety, stress and other psychosocial effects after the disaster.
- Schools and local governments have been asked to work with nearby health facilities and health workers to identify children’s needs.
- Regular classes should restart only when students are emotionally ready and schools can provide a safe, child-friendly environment.
