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Additional holidays will be declared in 12 public schools for the purpose of conducting teacher examinations
In order to conduct the teacher subject and professional competency verification exams, additional holidays will be declared in 12 schools across Georgia from October 26 to November 10, 2019. The missed school days will be made up according to a schedule chosen by the schools, in accordance with the legislation. Furthermore, in schools where learning takes place in two different buildings, the educational process for primary-level groups will proceed as usual.
Conference "Development of the Creative Clusters Ecosystem"
The conference "Development of the Creative Clusters Ecosystem" opened at Fabrika (conference space - Jungle Room). Levan Kharatishvili, Deputy Minister of Education, Science, Culture and Sport, attended the opening of the conference.
Georgia is participating in the EURAXESS Governing Board meeting for the first time
On October 22-23 in Brussels, organized by the Directorate-General for Research and Innovation of the European Commission, a representative conference of EURAXESS member countries was held, where Georgia participated in the Governing Board meeting for the first time.
New scholarship programs will be announced in cooperation with the Government of Hungary to promote higher education and science
Giorgi Vashakidze, Deputy Minister of Education, Science, Culture and Sport of Georgia, held a working meeting with László György, Minister of State for Economic Strategy and Regulation at the Ministry of Innovation and Technology of Hungary.
The French Embassy in Georgia to Announce New Programs for the Promotion of Science and Research
The Minister of Education, Science, Culture and Sport of Georgia, Mikheil Batiashvili, and Deputy Minister Irina Abuladze held a working meeting with the new Ambassador of France to Georgia, Diego Colas. The meeting was also attended by representatives of the Embassy: Cultural Attaché Eléonore Garnier, Attaché for University and Scientific Cooperation Ketevan Kurtsikidze, and Coordinator for Linguistic and Educational Affairs David Tortry.
The youth judo team has returned to the homeland
The Georgian junior judo team has returned from the World Championship with a historic result. At the World Junior Championship held in Marrakesh, Morocco, the Georgian team won 3 gold, 1 silver, and 1 bronze medal in the individual competition, and took second place after Japan in the overall team classification for both men and women, as well as overall. In the team competition, our team became the bronze medalist. In the decisive match, the Georgian judokas defeated Germany 4:1.
“From the Earth to the Stars” – Book Presentation
The presentation of the book "From the Earth to the Stars" was held at the Ministry of Education, Science, Culture and Sport (Address: 4 Sanapiro St.). The event was led by Nana Dolidze, Head of the Culture Department of the Ministry of Education, Science, Culture and Sport, and Makvala Gonashvili, Chairperson of the Writers' Union of Georgia.
Irina Abuladze got acquainted with the concept of the European School in The Hague
Deputy Minister of Education, Science, Culture and Sport of Georgia - Irine Abuladze held a meeting with Director of the European School – Mr. Fran van de Kerkhoff and other representatives of the school in Hague.
Irina Abuladze held a meeting with the representatives of International Baccalaureate Organization (IB) in Hague
On October 17, Deputy Minister of Education, Science, Culture and Sport of Georgia - Irine Abuladze met with representatives of International Baccalaureate Organization (IB) in Hague.
Mikheil Batiashvili discussed the Georgian education reform and cooperation prospects with the Armenian Minister of Education - Araik Arutunyan
The Minister of Education, Science, Culture and Sport of Georgia - Mikheil Batiashvili and the Minister of Education, Science, Culture and Sport of Armenia - Arayik Arutunyan discussed the issues of cooperation between the two countries and touched upon the ongoing reforms.
Science and Business Sector - Memorandum of Understanding signed between Rustaveli Scientific Foundation and Georgian Business Association
On October 18, the Shota Rustaveli National Science Foundation and the largest business association of Georgia held signing ceremony. The memorandum was signed by General Director of Rustaveli Foundation - Zviad Gabisonia and the Executive Director of Business Association - Levan Vepkhvadze.
Mikheil Batiashvili: "the official process of joining the European Association for Quality Assurance of Education in Georgia was concluded today"
The annual General Assembly of the European Association for Quality Assurance in Education (ENQA) is held in Yerevan on October 17-18 this year, where Georgia is officially nominated as a member of the Association.
Levan Kharatishvili Introduces Council of Europe’s Cultural Routes Program to the Head of Georgian National Tourism Administration
Deputy Minister Levan Kharatishvili briefed the head of the National Tourism Administration - Mariam Kvrivishvili on the principles and future plans of the Council of Europe Cultural Routes Program. It was decided to sign a Memorandum of Understanding between the two institutions in order to further coordinate the related topics in a more coordinated and effective manner.
Follow the Journey of Georgian Characters - Georgia is featured in a variety of programs at the Frankfurt Book Fair
On October 16-20, Georgia presented the program "Follow the Journey of Georgian Characters” at the 2019 Frankfurt Book Fair.
Developing an Ecosystem of Creative Clusters - Meeting with UNESCO Representatives
Deputy Minister of Education, Science, Culture and Sport - Levan Kharatishvili held a meeting with UNESCO representatives and experts: Reiko Yoshida, Lydia Varbanova, Nikoloz Nadirashvili, as well as with the creators of the project “Creative Georgia “officials - Vato Urushadze and Elene Toidze.
Youth Forum for Creative and Cultural Industries
Supported by the Ministry of Education, Science, Culture and Sport of Georgia, the British Season 2019 will be held for the first time in Georgia on October 15 and 16.
Meetings with the members of Academia continue
Ministry of Education, Science, Culture and Sport of Georgia - Mikheil Batiashvili, together with the Director of Shota Rustaveli National Science Foundation - Zviad Gabisonia held a meeting with the members of scientific Academia at Telavi State University, where the sides discussed real prospects of further development and reviewed the challenges for the coming years.
The world's first sand games have been officially opened
The opening ceremony of the world's first sand games was held in Doha, the capital of Qatar. The event was hosted by the Doha Cultural Center Amphitheater. The organizers introduced the viewers to the culture of Qatar and revived the history of the country.
Students with honours were awarded with personal computers
Awarding outstanding students, lies within the scope of "My First Computer" program. A personal computer was given to the student of 10th grade of Gldani-Nadzaladevi School N201, for the excellent academic performance.
National Teacher School - a special program of the Ministry of Education to support new teachers and current practitioners
The Ministry of Education, Science, Culture and Sport has introduced a new, special program - the National Teacher School, which aims to support and further assist teachers and practicing teachers alike.
Mikheil Batiashvili - an unprecedented achievement at the International Olympiads - 17 medals have been won by Georgia for the first time ever
The Minister of Education, Science, Culture and Sport of Georgia - Mikheil Batiashvili met with the winners of the International Subject Olympiads and with their respsective teachers. The Minister extended his immense gratitude for their achievements and wished them success in the future.No news found.