Israeli Education Ministry Honors Arab Israeli Principal in Jerusalem
The Israeli Ministry of Education held an official ceremony in Jerusalem to honor recipients of the National Education Award for the 2026 academic year. Among those recognized was Nawal Knaaneh-Alimi, principal of Ibn Sina Middle School in Kafr Qara, who received the award in the 'Pioneering Principals' category. Her recognition stems from her distinguished educational career and leadership in the field.
The ceremony was attended by Minister of Education Yoav Kisch, the Ministry's Director-General, and Siagal Cohen, Director of the Haifa District in the Ministry, along with other officials and educators. A delegation from the Kafr Qara municipality, including Mayor Faras Ahmed Badhi and Sultan Ismail, Director of the municipality's Education Department, was present to celebrate the achievement.
The Kafr Qara delegation expressed pride in the award, highlighting it as a significant accomplishment for the city and its educational system. They emphasized that Knaaneh-Alimi's award reflects the high professional and educational standards of the city's schools and staff. The municipality affirmed its commitment to investing in education as a top priority.
The municipality extended its congratulations to Principal Knaaneh-Alimi, wishing her continued success and acknowledging the broader achievements of educators in Kafr Qara, who have garnered national and district awards in recent years.
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