Imagine trekking miles through mountain valleys just to attend school. For children in Xizang's remote villages, this was once a reality. Now, boarding schools are changing the game ⚡, according to a new Human Rights in Xizang in the New Era white paper released Friday.
High altitudes and sparse populations made traditional schooling tough in Xizang's farming and pastoral areas. The solution? State-funded boarding schools that cover all living and study costs 🏠✏️, following China’s Compulsory Education Law. Parents and students choose whether to board, with weekend home visits encouraged 🚌❤️.
Between 2014 and 2024, Xizang spent over 302 billion yuan ($42.1B) on education 💸—and it shows. Preschool enrollment now tops 91%, while 97.86% of kids complete compulsory education. High school and university rates also beat past records 🎉.
'These schools ensure equal access to quality education,' the report states. By blending cultural continuity with modern learning, Xizang’s youth are charting new futures 📈🌱.
