Thousands of Ukrainian teenagers aged between 15 and 17 are participating in new practical classes that include training in the use of weapons and drones, replacing the old theoretical classes in the country's schools. These classes are part of an educational program that aims to prepare young people to live in a country where the war could drag on for several years.
The training is offered in the context of the law passed by Ukraine that made basic military education mandatory in schools. Students learn practical skills ranging from handling weapons to controlling unmanned aerial vehicles.
The Ukrainian government justifies this measure as a response to the reality of a prolonged conflict, recognizing that the next generation of citizens will need to be prepared to contribute to the country's defense. This approach represents a significant shift in the country's educational system.
The transformation of the school curriculum reflects the profound consequences that the war has had on Ukrainian society, adapting the training of young people to the needs of a country in continuous conflict. Teenagers are thus acquiring skills that, in times of peace, would not be part of their regular education.
