Amendment to the Elementary School Act: ban on phones, bag checks, new subject

The law brings several important changes to the operation of the primary education system.

The government has approved a proposal to amend the Primary School Act, which, according to the ministry, more clearly defines educational activities, among other things, limits the use of electronic devices and allows for the inspection of school bags. A new subject, Informatics and Digital Technology, is being introduced into the compulsory curriculum. The original proposal for descriptive assessment in the 3rd grade has been abandoned.

The government has approved amendments to the Elementary School Act, including a restriction on the use of electronic devices during classes, so that they can only be used if necessary for the implementation of educational and other work. Assessment is also clearer.

The government has approved a proposal to amend the Primary School Act, which introduces a number of changes, including restrictions on the use of electronic devices and the inspection of school bags and lockers to reduce the risk of possession of prohibited or dangerous substances. A new subject, Informatics and Digital Technologies, is being introduced into the compulsory curriculum. The original proposal for descriptive assessment in the thir…