Public schools to have two-day holiday

ABU DHABI - The Minister of Education and Youth, Dr Ali Abdul Aziz Al Sharhan, yesterday issued a circular declaring today and tomorrow as holidays for public schools to mark the new Hijra year.

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By Nada S. Mussallam

Published: Tue 4 Mar 2003, 1:21 AM

Last updated: Thu 6 Jul 2023, 2:14 PM

The Ministerial Decree No. 1 of 2003 stated that public schools in the country would remain closed on March 4 and 5 (first and second Muharam 1424) and that students should attend classes from March 8.

According to sources, private schools across the country will have holiday only on the first day of Muharram (today), and will function on the second day of Muharram (tomorrow). However, the Indian board examination will be held as scheduled

Nada S. Mussallam

Published: Tue 4 Mar 2003, 1:21 AM

Last updated: Thu 6 Jul 2023, 2:14 PM

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