. Controversial? Maybe for some people it is. The school principal in Jordan believes that this is an excellent idea and gesture towards people who do not celebrate Christmas in a traditional way. The world is changing - there are more and more families in Norway, and therefore also children with different challenges or non-believing families. During this time, the school organizes special activities for children and lots of attractions. How will the classes be conducted?
– throughout the holiday season
The school will be open not only on Christmas Eve, but also on all public holidays. The headmaster of the school, Halvor Holm, in an interview with Nettavisen said:
“A lot of people think it's a great idea. Many students do not want to walk on empty and cold streets when everything is closed. The school in Jordal has approximately 500 students. Most of them follow the traditions of Christmas. Students who do not, and there are around 40-50 of them, will be welcome to school during the holidays. What we prepare will be fun for everyone. There will be a treasure hunt and gifts. We do not plan to conduct didactic classes. It will not be an "alternative Christmas", but an offer for those who do not celebrate it. "
– who will finance the project!
Of course, when the school will be open during the holidays - teachers, guardians and pedagogues will also be required to work similarly. Paying them Christmas wages obviously involves costs. Holiday meals provided to students during this time will also be an expense. Who will finance this special project? From what pool of money will employees be paid? The school principal confirmed that he was applying for special funding for this purpose.
“We applied for financial support to the education department in the municipality of Oslo. We assume that we will receive such support. However, the school will be open for sure, regardless of whether financial aid is granted or not. "
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