Many regions across China have rolled out a series of support measures to ensure the safe and smooth running of the upcoming national college entrance exam, or gaokao, which will take place from Saturday to Tuesday. Let's have a look!
Nanjing issues noise-reducing notice to support gaokao takers
To create a quiet and comfortable environment for students preparing for gaokao, Nanjing city in Jiangsu province has launched a campaign to prevent noise disturbances from construction works, People's Daily reported.
According to the report, from June 2 to 9, noise-producing activities are prohibited in the city during the daytime and nighttime unless there are special needs. These activities include car honking, commercial promotion, interior decoration, demolition and construction. During the exams, noise-producing activities will not be allowed within 500 meters from exam sites.
Many other cities have also issued official notices to suspend nighttime construction activities during thegaokaopreparation and exam period.
Hunan provides convenience for students with disabilities
Examination authorities in Hunan province will provide reasonable accommodations for gaokao candidates with disabilities, tailored to their individual needs, Sanxiang City Express reported.
According to the regulations released by the Hunan Provincial Education Examination Institute, blind and visually impaired candidates will receive exam papers printed in Braille or papers in large-sized characters, while hearing-impaired candidates can be exempted from the listening section of the English tests. Additionally, special testing rooms, along with guides and assistants, will be provided for candidates who require these accommodations.
According to Hunan Disabled Persons' Federation, a total of 200 candidates with disabilities in the province have applied for specialized services and accommodations this year.
Guangdong sets up special hotline for candidates
Guangdong police have launched a series of new measures to safeguard gaokao fairness and security, ensuring smooth exams across the province, Guangzhou-based southcn.com reported.
According to the report, special working teams will crack down on illegal activities related to the upcominggaokao, such as selling or using wireless cheating devices, organizing cheating and exam-related fraud especially using AI for cheating schemes.
In addition, a special hotline has also been set up for candidates to report issues related to the exam, while a video-based emergency response system has been introduced to enhance the accuracy of incident location, response speed and overall emergency handling efficiency.
Shijiazhuang takes thoughtful measures to assist gaokao students
To better serve students who will take the upcoming gaokao, Shijiazhuang, the capital of Hebei province, has adopted multiple thoughtful measures including opening psychological counseling hotlines staffed by trained volunteers and professionals, Hebei Daily reported.
During the exam period, the city will also implement noise-reduction measures, including guidance for construction sites and public activities like square dancing, to minimize disruptions for test-takers. Temporary sun shelters, special waiting areas, purified water and stationery kits (containing 2B pencils, erasers and pens) will be provided for students and parents.
Additionally, emergency medical stations will be set up near exam sites, offering basic first aid and health monitoring. Volunteer drivers will also be available to provide free transportation for students in need.
Xi'an offers transportation services for gaokao candidates
Xi'an city in Shaanxi province will deploy more buses through the gaokao exam sites across the city, allowing candidates to travel free of charge using their exam admission tickets, Sanqin Daily reported.
If the buses get stuck in traffic, the driver will let the test-takers safely hop off nearby, to ensure that they arrive at the exam sites on time. Honking will be prohibited for buses traveling through the sites, to keep a quiet environment for examinees. A special hotline will also open for students to inquire about the bus routes information and other services.
Meanwhile, the taxi industry in the city has also mobilized 41,000 taxis and ride-hailing vehicles to provide free rides for gaokao candidates.
