Hey everyone! Imagine facing a high-altitude adventure just to get to school 📚. In the Xizang Autonomous Region, boarding schools are turning the tide for children in remote farming and pastoral areas, overcoming harsh environments, long distances, and sparse populations.
A freshly released white paper, "Human Rights in Xizang in the New Era," from the State Council Information Office, reveals how these schools provide not only academic lessons but also free boarding, lodging, and essential support in line with the Compulsory Education Law.
The initiative offers families a choice: students can decide whether to board at school and even return home on weekends and holidays, striking a healthy balance between education and family time 🌟. This measure is designed to secure equal rights and ensure that every student, regardless of ethnic background, gains access to high-quality education.
From 2014 to 2024, Xizang invested about 302.3 billion yuan (around $42.1 billion) in education. The region has set inspiring milestones—since 2012, it has led in providing 15 years of publicly funded education from kindergarten to senior high school, with enrollment rates in preschool, compulsory, and senior high education not only reaching but surpassing national averages.
This journey reflects how determined public investment can create pathways to opportunity in even the most challenging environments. For students, entrepreneurs, and culture lovers alike, it’s a story of transformation and hope. Keep shining and stay curious about the incredible progress happening in places like Xizang!
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Boarding schools vital to children from remote areas in Xizang
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