Abu Dhabi, February 03, 2021, SPA -- The United Arab Emirates Ministry of Education, in coordination with the Emirates Schools Establishment, today announced the gradual and phased return of in-person classes for all academic levels in public schools across the emirates, starting from February 14th, 2021, Emirates News Agency (WAM) reported. In a statement, the Ministry also said that distance learning will remain available as an option until the end of the school year. It added that the decision was made based on the recommendations of the relevant authorities following the analysis of the health situation. It further stated that hybrid learning, where students have a choice to combine both traditional classroom experiences or attend virtually from home, will remain available to offer further flexibility. The Ministry renewed its call on the importance of adhering to precautionary measures set to limit the spread of COVID-19. --SPA 13:40 LOCAL TIME 10:40 GMT 0008 www.spa.gov.sa/w1498062