KUWAIT CITY, Feb 19: The Ministry of Education announced the launch of the "Excellence Award for School Libraries" in collaboration with the Kuwait Libraries and Information Association.

In a press statement, Acting Director of the Libraries Department, Adel Al-Harbi, explained that the award is open to all educational stages, ranging from kindergarten to high school, including public and religious schools, as well as special education schools.

Al-Harbi further clarified that the award is based on specific criteria set by the arbitration committee. Registration for the award will remain open until March 3, and the arbitration process will take place from April 2 to 20.

One outstanding library from each educational stage will be selected to receive recognition during a special ceremony, which will be held under the patronage of Education Minister Sayed Jalal Al-Tabtabaei. This ceremony will honor the libraries' efforts in providing cultural services and supporting community activities.

The goal of the award is to foster a competitive environment that encourages school libraries to enhance and improve the quality of their services and activities, which support educational curricula.