Under the patronage of His Excellency Professor Dr. Khaled El-Darandaly, President of Zagazig University, and His Excellency Professor Dr. Helal Afifi, Vice President for Education and Student Affairs, the Board of Directors of the New Distinguished Programs at the Faculty of Specific Education held its sixth meeting on Monday, February 9, 2026. The meeting was chaired by Professor Dr. Akmal Shawky Gaballah, Dean of the Faculty and Chairman of the Board. This meeting was part of the ongoing monitoring of the credit-hour system programs and the Faculty administration's commitment to enhancing the quality of education and improving services provided to students.
The Board began its work by approving the minutes of the previous meeting. It then discussed several strategic topics related to the smooth operation of the programs and the regularity of work within them. The Board approved the formation of the Board of Directors for the new fee-based programs, as well as the formation of the Academic Council for the 2025/2026 academic year, ensuring clear responsibilities and the integration of academic and administrative roles.
The council also approved the necessary resources to improve the learning environment for students in the English Language Teacher Training Program for Primary Grades and Community Education, the Computer Teacher Training Program for People with Disabilities, and the Educational Technology Specialist Training Program for People with Disabilities. This includes academic, administrative, and financial support to enable these programs to effectively fulfill their mission.
In preparation for the second semester (spring session), the council approved the theoretical and practical study plans and their corresponding schedules. This will contribute to organizing the educational process and providing students with a structured and advanced academic experience. The council also approved the results of the first semester (fall session) and the pass rates for the aforementioned programs, directing that the necessary implementation procedures be taken.
In a statement following the meeting, Professor Dr. Akmal Shawky affirmed that the college is steadily progressing towards establishing a modern educational model based on governance, discipline, and quality. He noted that developing these distinguished programs is a strategic priority due to their role in preparing qualified personnel who meet the demands of the labor market, particularly in the fields of disability inclusion and community education. He added that the council's decisions reflect the administration's commitment to providing a comprehensive learning environment that ensures academic excellence and institutional sustainability.
The council concluded its work by emphasizing the continued periodic monitoring of performance indicators within the programs and working as a unified team to guarantee the delivery of high-quality education that enhances the college's standing and supports its vision of leadership, accreditation, and quality.