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Abstract:This study is grounded in the idea that methods such as Collaborative and Resilience-Oriented Practices (CROPs) can boost resilience in both teachers and students. By exploring how schools in the Israeli community coped with the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic, we delved into the educational landscape of adolescents to understand the development of resilience. This article provides a comparative analysis of nations identified in research literature as having a collectivist social culture (Japan, Thailand, Bangladesh, Indonesia, Taiwan), alongside countries recognized in diverse indices for their individualistic social culture (Louisiana in the USA, Canada, Spain, Germany). Subsequently, the Israeli case study is explored in this comparative context. To ensure a diverse representation within the school population, a purposive sampling method was utilized to select interviewees based on specific criteria, resulting in interviews with seven school principals representing various social demographics. The research uncovers a lack of support for education staff during the COVID-19 crisis in Israel, indicating a reactive rather than proactive approach that predominantly prioritizes students. Emphasizing the importance of implementing CROPs in education, the study underscores the significance of preparing youth as ambassadors of resilience in the community. |