Yoav Kisch

Within just 5 years: ADHD drug consumption in Israel has doubled

A new study by the Ministry of Health reveals a sharp spike in the consumption of ADHD medications alongside a dramatic shift in the types of drugs prescribed in Israel.

ADHD is currently considered one of the most common neurodevelopmental disorders in the world
HOME FRONT Command chief Shay Klepper meets with representatives from Israel's emergency services.

Home Front Command lifts restrictions nationwide except for northern border communities

Children return to school following the ceasefire in the war with Hezbollah at Gamla Primary School in Katsrin, Golan Heights, April 19, 2026.

Israel's education system is failing its kids - editorial

Israeli students return to school, September 1, 2025.

Israel to ban cell phones in middle schools, Education Ministry confirms


Intel. shows Israel heading toward political assassination, Lapid warns

The opposition head laid the blame at the feet of the government, and called on Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to stop the incitement.

 Opposition head MK Yair Lapid speaks at a press conference in Jerusalem, April 20, 2025

Education Ministry launches program to support youth in evacuated communities in northern Israel

The initiative aims to provide a supportive educational and community response as part of the broader effort to rebuild the north.

 Evacuees from the North at the Yehuda Hotel

Nir Barkat urges Israel to declare Qatar a terror-supporting nation

Economy Minister Nir Barkat accused Qatar of being the world's leading sponsor of terrorism and called for Israel to take legislative action declaring it a terror-supporting state.

Nir Barakat accused Qatar of being the world's leading sponsor of terrorism and called on Israel to take legislative action declaring it a terror-supporting state

NGO demands investigation of Education Minister Kisch over alleged cronyism

Kisch gave preferential treatment including prioritization of ministry funding, to certain cities with Likud mayors who could influence Kisch’s position in the next Likud primary election.

Education Minister  Yoav Kisch.

Schools open in Kiryat Shmona after 16 months of war

The schools were largely repaired with the help of volunteers from around the country who sent several weeks in the northern city.

Fire caused from rockets launched from Lebanon, outside the northern Israeli town of Kiryat Shmona, June 1, 2024

Israeli universities vow to strike if Netanyahu's government fires A-G

“We, presidents of the universities signed below, hereby warn against an unprecedented threat to the rule of law in Israel if the attorney-general is fired,” the letter began.

 Attorney-General Gali Baharav-Miara attends the Knesset in Jerusalem. November 18, 2024.

Columbia U president emphasizes commitment to fighting antisemitism in meeting with Kisch

"I hope other universities will follow her and take responsibility for ensuring a safe environment for Jewish and Israeli students and faculty," said Yoav Kisch.

Columbia University Interim President Prof. Katrina Armstrong meeting with Education Minister Yoav Kisch.

Education Minister Yoav Kisch talks hostages, war, and reforms – exclusive

POLITICAL AFFAIRS: Education Minister Yoav Kisch met the ‘Post’ for an exclusive interview on the future of Gaza, educational reforms in Israel, and the hostages.

 EDUCATION MINISTER Yoav Kisch sat down with ‘The Jerusalem Post’ this week for an overarching interview, including topics such as the Gaza war, the chances of establishing a state commission of inquiry into October 7, and, of course, the state of the education system.

Israel launches robotics program in 500 kindergartens to teach AI skills

Developed by the ministry’s Early Childhood Education Division, the initiative aims to equip young pupils with technological skills traditionally introduced at later educational stages.

Kindergarten children playing with a new AI robot from the Education Ministry.

Education Min. declares 2025 as year of AI revolution in Israel

The initiative aims to enhance teaching, learning, and management by equipping students and educators with essential AI knowledge.

 Artificial intelligence (illustrative)