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Upcoming Meeting of the Central Council for Education

The Central Council for Education is set to convene its 154th meeting of the Subcommittee on Primary and Secondary Education on September 1, 2023. This notable assembly will focus on several key issues and is scheduled to run from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM.

Details of the Meeting

Date and Time:
Tuesday, September 1, 2023, from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM
Location:
Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology (MEXT), 3-2-2 Kasumigaseki, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo
This session will be held via both face-to-face and WEB conference formats, allowing for flexibility in participation.

Agenda Items

The agenda for the meeting encompasses vital topics including:

• - Establishment of subcommittees
• - Formulation of the 4th Plan to Promote School Safety
• - Results of the National Academic Ability and Learning Situation Survey for FY 2023
• - Other matters of discussion that may arise

Note: The topics on the agenda are subject to change, so stay tuned for updates.

Participation and Media Coverage

For those interested in observing the proceedings of this important meeting:

• - Attendance: The meeting will be broadcasted live via YouTube. Thus, the only means of attending the meeting as an observer will be virtually.
• - Press Access: Reporters and the general public wishing to attend should register by noon on August 31, 2023, through the “Registration Form for Observers of the 154th Meeting of the Central Council’s Subcommittee.” In the registration, please include your name and the organization you represent.
• - If you wish to record or photograph the meeting proceedings, it is mandatory to mention your intent in the registration form along with the purpose of your recording request. Unauthorized recording, as well as unapproved distribution, is strictly prohibited.

After the registration deadline, no additional entries will be accepted, so make sure to register in time. Detailed instructions about how to connect to the online meeting will be sent to the email address registered by attendees prior to the meeting.

Final Notes

Please be aware that the agenda and order of discussions may change. Any accompanying documents will be made available on MEXT’s official website before the meeting date.

For inquiries, please contact:

• - Department: Early Childhood and Elementary and Secondary Education Bureau, Educational System Reform Office
• - Phone: 03-5253-4111 (General)
• - Email: [email protected]

This meeting represents a significant opportunity for stakeholders in education to engage with pressing educational issues. Be sure not to miss out on this vital event in shaping the future of education in Japan.