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Tamar Sanikidze attended the 180th anniversary celebration of Dusheti Public School No. 1
In connection with the 180th anniversary, Tamar Sanikidze, Minister of Education and Science of Georgia, presented a special certificate of honor to the First Public School of Dusheti and participated in a festive event together with Irakli Tripolski, Majoritarian Deputy of Dusheti, members of the Parliament of Georgia, prominent scientists, and representatives of the public. By decision of Minister Tamar Sanikidze, the school's historical name was restored, and it once again bears the name of Vazha-Pshavela.
Lists of funded applicants within the framework of the social program
The Ministry of Education and Science of Georgia publishes the list of students funded within the framework of the social program.
Vocational students participated in the second national competition of WorldSkills International
The Minister of Education and Science of Georgia, Tamar Sanikidze, opened the opening ceremony of the second national competition of WorldSkills International. WorldSkills International is a joint project of the Ministry of Education and Science of Georgia and the National Center for Educational Quality Enhancement of the Ministry, the purpose of which is to develop vocational education in Georgia, improve its quality, and bring it closer to international standards.
Business Forum Held at "New Wave" College
The Minister of Education and Science of Georgia, Tamar Sanikidze, attended the 2014 summary business forum at the Kobuleti Public College "New Wave". The main objective of the event was to summarize the joint work of the private sector, partner organizations, and the "New Wave" college, as well as to determine the future role of the college in the development of vocational education and the employment of graduates.
Projects Implemented in the Direction of Inclusive Vocational Education
A working meeting was held at the Ministry of Education and Science of Georgia with the consultative council represented by non-governmental organizations working in the field of rights of persons with disabilities. The meeting was attended by representatives of the Ministry of Education and Science and non-governmental organizations.
Tamar Sanikidze Held a Meeting Regarding American Bachelor's Programs in Kutaisi
The Minister of Education and Science of Georgia Tamar Sanikidze, CEO of the Millennium Challenge Account - Georgia Magda Magradze, and Dean of San Diego State University (SDSU) Georgia Ken Walsh visited Kutaisi and held an information meeting with students, professors, and high school students of Akaki Tsereteli State University.Cooperation between the Ministry of Education and UNICEF continues
UNICEF, in collaboration with Estonia, is supporting the MoES in the revision of the curriculum of all grades to make it more inclusive and responsive to the contemporary needs. In 2014 the curriculum of grades 1 – 6 has been revised. This lays the foundation for the development and publication in 2015 of new textbooks for these grades.
Presentation of the new National Curriculum portal was held
At the initiative of the National Curriculum Department of the Ministry of Education and Science of Georgia, the national curriculum portal www.ncp.ge was created, the presentation of which was opened by Deputy Minister Lia Gigauri and Head of the National Curriculum Department Natia Jokhadze.
Educational projects implemented in the Shida Kartli region
Within the framework of the project “Government of Georgia for Open Governance”, Lia Gigauri, Deputy Minister of Education and Science of Georgia, delivered a presentation in the Shida Kartli region on the projects implemented by the Ministry in the educational and infrastructural directions. The presentation was attended by State Representative-Governor Zurab Rusishvili, representatives of public services and the non-governmental sector, as well as journalists.
Tamar Sanikidze met with Akhaltsikhe teachers
The Minister of Education and Science of Georgia, Tamar Sanikidze, introduced ongoing updates and future plans in general education to teachers and principals in Akhaltsikhe. Deputy Minister Lia Gigauri presented the new scheme for entering the teaching profession, professional development, and career planning, while the new salary policy was presented to the teachers by Lasha Saghinadze, Head of the Economic Department of the Ministry.
$30 Million from MCC for Implementing American Bachelor’s Programs in Georgia
The Minister of Education and Science of Georgia, Tamar Sanikidze, CEO of the Millennium Challenge Account – Georgia, Magda Magradze, and Dean of San Diego State University (SDSU) Georgia, Ken Walsh, held an information meeting with the students and professors of Samtskhe-Javakheti State University.
Educational projects implemented in the Samtskhe-Javakheti region
Within the framework of the project "Government of Georgia for Open Government", Deputy Minister of Education and Science of Georgia Lia Gigauri presented a report on the projects implemented by the Ministry in the Samtskhe-Javakheti region in the fields of education and infrastructure. The presentation was attended by State Representative-Governor Akaki Matchutadze, representatives of public services and the non-governmental sector, as well as journalists.
Cooperation with Harvard University is moving to a new stage
Representatives of Harvard University are on an official visit to Georgia. Today, the Minister of Education and Science of Georgia, Tamar Sanikidze, along with other representatives of the Ministry, met with the professors of the University. The meeting focused on projects implemented in cooperation with Harvard University, a summary of their results, future plans, and the establishment of a Georgian center in the United States.
Projects Implemented with Donor Organizations Summarized
Within the framework of joint cooperation between the Ministry of Education and Science of Georgia and the Millennium Challenge Fund - Georgia, a donor coordination meeting was held at the Ministry of Education and Science of Georgia.
A new school was opened in the village of Mukhrani
A new school has been built in the village of Mukhrani, Mtskheta district, which began functioning a few weeks ago. Today, Tamar Sanikidze, Minister of Education and Science of Georgia, and Levan Kipiani, Minister of Sport and Youth Affairs, visited the school. The new school meets modern standards and is equipped with a heating system, a library, information technology, and natural science classrooms and laboratories.
Unprecedented cooperation with Japan begins
Atsuto Suzuki, Director General of Japan's High Energy Accelerator Research Organization ("KEK"), and Professor Satoshi Mihara visited the Ministry of Education and Science of Georgia on an official visit. The purpose of the visit is to discuss new joint projects and specific directions for the further deepening of bilateral cooperation.
For the first time in Georgia, a "Trainer School" will be launched
The "Trainer School" is beginning its operation at the National Center for Professional Development of Teachers of the Ministry of Education and Science of Georgia. The project will be launched in January 2015 and will provide all interested individuals with the opportunity to complete a comprehensive course and become a professional trainer in a specific direction.
Winners of "Leonardo da Vinci 2014" announced
The Minister of Education and Science of Georgia Tamar Sanikidze, Deputy Minister Lia Gigauri and General Director of the Shota Rustaveli National Science Foundation Marine Chitashvili awarded the authors of the winning innovative projects of the young inventors' competition "Leonardo da Vinci 2014".
Educational projects implemented in the Kakheti region
Within the framework of the project "Government of Georgia for Open Government", Lia Gigauri, Deputy Minister of Education and Science of Georgia, presented a presentation in the Kakheti region regarding the projects implemented by the Ministry in the educational and infrastructural directions. The presentation was attended by Irakli Shiolashvili, State Representative-Governor of Kakheti, along with journalists, representatives of the non-governmental sector, and public services.
Tbilisi schools joined the "Green Georgia" campaign
Organized by the foundation "Green Georgia", established by the Catholicos-Patriarch of All Georgia Ilia II, students planted pine trees on the grounds of Tbilisi Public Schools No. 175 and No. 131. The tree-planting campaign was attended by Tamar Sanikidze, Minister of Education and Science of Georgia, Giorgi Svanidze, Chairman of the Board of the "Green Georgia" foundation, as well as representatives from the Ministry of Education and the Patriarchate.
College "Mermisi" Hosts a Foreign Delegation
Within the framework of the Turin Process Regional Conference, representatives from the Eastern Partnership countries—Ukraine, Moldova, Belarus, Azerbaijan, Armenia—as well as the European Commission and the European Training Foundation (ETF), visited the Public College "Mermisi". The foreign delegation was hosted by First Deputy Minister of Education and Science of Georgia Ketevan Natriashvili and the Public College "Mermisi".No news found.