Dozens of deaf students are currently enrolled at the Special Vocational High School in Khost province.

Saadiur Rahman, a 20-year-old resident of Khost city who is unable to speak, is the top student in the 10th grade at this institution.

Using sign language, Saadiur Rahman and several other students highlight the lack of proper school buildings and facilities at their school.

Saadiur Rahman said in sign language: "I’ve learned computer skills, English, Dari, Pashto, and other subjects at this school. My knowledge has increased a lot."

Another student, Fareedullah, said: "We request that a proper school building be constructed, vocational textbooks be provided, and transportation facilities be arranged for us."

Abbas, also a student, said: "We don’t have a playground, and the school building is in very poor condition. We urge the authorities to construct a building so we can study in a better environment."

Currently, 180 deaf students are receiving education at this special vocational high school in Khost. Officials from the province’s Technical and Vocational Education Department say that if existing challenges are addressed, they will be able to enroll more students with disabilities, including those with visual impairments.

Abdul Qadeer Sahibzada, principal of the school, said: "We ask for support. If that’s not possible, arrangements should be made to open annexes in each district. That would be a great service."

Najiullah Ahmad, General Director of the Technical and Vocational Education Department in Khost, stated: "Currently, we are teaching 180 deaf students. We also want to start education for blind students and deaf girls. We plan to establish a dedicated school for them."

The Special Vocational High School in Khost currently offers classes up to the 10th grade. In addition to students from Khost, some deaf students from neighboring provinces such as Paktia, Logar, and Paktika are also enrolled.