COVID-19: Distance learning to continue for all Abu Dhabi schools

The Abu Dhabi Emergency, Crisis and Disasters Committee has announced that distance education will continue for students of all academic levels for three more weeks from January 17.

“This is a precautionary measure to limit the spread of Covid-19 and protect the health and safety of the schooling community,” the committee said.

The committee urges parents and staff in schools to protect themselves from the COVID-19 and contribute to the safety of other community members.

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