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19/07/2021
At the training bases of Iberia College in Kutaisi and Baghdati it is possible to get modern vocational education and study vocations that in demand on the local labour market.
17/07/2021
The Ministry of Education and Science of Georgia, in cooperation with the private sector and partner international organizations, the German Society for International Cooperation (GIZ) and the United Nations Development Program (UNDP), has developed work-based learning regulatory documents to be submitted to the government.
17/07/2021
In order to prevent the spread of the coronavirus in the workplace, the training of labour safety ambassadors has begun. Students selected for the project study online. 
16/07/2021
17 teachers from Tbilisi, Kvemo Kartli, Mtskheta-Mtianeti and Samtskhe-Javakheti were awarded for outstanding achievements under the USAID Basic Education Program. 
16/07/2021
Under the auspices of the United Nations Development Program (UNDP), the Association of HR Professionals and the International Digital Institute (IDI), in cooperation with the Ministry of Education and Science of Georgia, are launching two new projects to support the development of vocational education.
16/07/2021
The Ministry of Education and Science of Georgia expresses its condolences on the passing of Ramaz Chilaia, Associate Professor of Ivane Javakhishvili Tbilisi State University, Doctor of Philology, and extends its condolences to the family, friends, colleagues and students of the deceased.
15/07/2021
From the new academic year, the new, modern standard training base of the College "Blacksea" will receive the first students in Keda, where in the first stage a vocational program in beekeeping will be launched. The College will also offer training courses in Hospitality Management and Agriculture.
15/07/2021
Gori State Teaching University announces a national competition for science-themed drawings for schoolchildren within the framework of the project of the Ministry of Education and Science of Georgia - "Science Calendar 2021".
15/07/2021
Owing the initiative of the Ministry of Education and Science of Georgia, on September 21, Batumi will host a scientific event "Blue Maritime Policy", which aims to interest young people, especially students, in marine sciences.
15/07/2021
Owing to the initiative of the Ministry of Education and Science of Georgia, those entrants who were unable to take the Unified National Examinations of 2021 due to confirmation of COVID-19 infection, additional examination sessions were scheduled in Georgian language and literature, mathematics, foreign language and history.
15/07/2021
The Minister of Education and Science of Georgia, Mikheil Chkhenkeli, delivered a speech at the UNESCO-organized online Global Education Ministerial, the main purpose of which was to discuss the challenges in the field of education in the world and the ways to solve them in the wake of the Covid-19 crisis. 
14/07/2021
From the new academic year, the project "Open the door to science", which involves the cooperation of schools and research institutions, will enter a new phase. As part of the project, students will visit a research institute of their choice, learn about the work of scientists and receive the latest information on current research and scientific projects. "Open the door to science" is carried out... Read More
11/07/2021
"Labour Safety Ambassador" - a new project is launched to prevent the spread of coronavirus in the workplace. Students of higher education institutions accredited in Georgia will be involved in the project. 
11/07/2021
The Ministry of Education and Science, with the support of the German Society for International Cooperation (GIZ), is launching a professional qualification review based on international best practice analysis and system experience. 
11/07/2021
Mako Tetrauli has been working as a special education teacher since the time when inclusive education was introduced at schools, from a time when there was a complete vacuum of inclusive education in the society and special teachers had the main role in filling this gap.
10/07/2021
During the visit to Imereti region, the Deputy Minister of Education and Science of Georgia Nunu Mitskevichi visited the examination centres of Kutaisi and got acquainted with the process of preparation for national exams.
10/07/2021
The Minister of Education and Science of Georgia, Mikheil Chkhenkeli hosted the Ambassador of the Czech Republic, Petr Mikiska and discussed the possibilities of expanding cooperation with him in the field of higher education.
09/07/2021
In order to popularize science, for the first time in Georgia, a national exhibition of agricultural sciences, innovations and technologies will be held, which will give students, doctoral students, researchers or representatives of this field the opportunity to get acquainted with the latest research achievements and plan a scientific career.
09/07/2021
Gldani Vocational College hosted an employment forum where thirty-five business companies submitted more than 500 active vacancies on the local labour market from services, trade, hotel and restaurant, industrial, transportation, logistics, construction, insurance and healthcare.
09/07/2021
Within the framework of the ERASMUS + Institutional Development Project, the Deputy Minister of Education and Science of Georgia, Nunu Mitskevichi held a meeting with the rectors of regional universities. 
09/07/2021
The Minister of Education and Science of Georgia, Mikheil Chkhenkeli, hosted David Marshall, a graduate of the University of Notre Dame (USA), who is visiting the Giorgi Mtatsmindeli Ecclesiastical Higher School within the framework of the student exchange program.
08/07/2021
The first stage of the joint educational project of the Ministry of Education and Science of Georgia and the Ministry of Defence - the subject - "Defence and Security" has been completed. 
08/07/2021
The Ministry of Education and Science of Georgia is actively working on the development of a unified strategy and action plan for education and science for 2022-2032 under the leadership of Minister Mikheil Chkhenkeli. International and local experts from the European Union and the World Bank are actively involved in this process. 
08/07/2021
Georgia is hosting the 34th International Tournament of Young Physicists after a 25-year pause. The tournament will be held at Kutaisi International University on July 8-14. The Minister of Education and Science of Georgia Mikheil Chkhenkeli participated in the opening ceremony of the tournament remotely and wished success to the young people.
08/07/2021
Registration for vocational education programs starts on July 12 and will continue until August 20. Registration is possible online, on the website - vet.emis.ge, as well as in resource centres and institutions implementing vocational education programs throughout Georgia. 
06/07/2021
Ekaterine Dgebuadze, First Deputy Minister of Education and Science of Georgia held a working meeting with social workers of the education system, where the parties summarized the results of the two-month activities of social workers at schools and discussed the challenges and achievements during the process. 
04/07/2021
Working with the visually impaired and partially sighted students is a kind of challenge for Tamar Tabidze. At school, she is not only a teacher, but also a "student" - she learns Braille with the help of children. 
04/07/2021
Minister of Education and Science of Georgia Mikheil Chkhenkeli:
03/07/2021
With the financial support of the Ministry of Education and Science of Georgia, Shota Rustaveli State University of Theatre and Film, together with the School of Theatrical Costume and Accessories Vocational School conducted various vocational training programs on "Theatrical Costume Tailoring" and "Theatrical Costume Accessories and Quilt crafting".
03/07/2021
In order to interest young people in science, the Ministry of Education and Science of Georgia is planning a special event in the Adjara region called "Blue Maritime Policy", which will be held in the open air on September 21 in Batumi.
02/07/2021
The Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) Eurasia Week organized an online seminar on Competitiveness as part of its Competitiveness Program, the main topic of which was the promotion of small and medium-sized enterprises in Georgia.
02/07/2021
A methodological guide has been developed within the framework of the Inclusive Learning Promotion Program to provide a supportive learning environment for students with special educational needs.
01/07/2021
On the first day of the national exams, the Minister of Education and Science of Georgia Mikheil Chkhenkeli visited the examination canters in Tbilisi and wished success to the entrants. Today, the entrants take the first exam in Georgian language and literature.
01/07/2021
“Dear entrants,  Unified national exams start today. The days ahead are emotionally charged, both for you and your supporters. Of course, the challenges posed by the pandemic must also be taken into account. 
01/07/2021
In order to increase the awareness of Kartvelology and Georgian Science on the Internet, from July 1, the Ministry of Education and Science of Georgia together with the National Center of Manuscripts within the project "Science Calendar - 2021" announces a competition - "Kartvelology Wikipedia", which will be open to all interested individuals, including the students.
01/07/2021
In order to get acquainted with the current processes in the field of vocational education, the Ambassador of the Federal Republic of Germany to Georgia, Hubert Knirsch visited the Mermisi College with the representatives of the German Society for International Cooperation (GIZ).
01/07/2021
A solemn event dedicated to the founding day was held at the Korneli Kekelidze Georgian National Center of Manuscripts, within the framework of which the renovated memorial offices of the first director of the centre Ilia Abuladze and academician Elene Metreveli were solemnly opened. 
30/06/2021
The Deputy Minister of Education and Science of Georgia, Nunu Mitskevichi, together with Sopho Gorgodze, the Head of the National Centre for Assessment and Examinations, visited the examination centre opened at the 103rd Public School before the exams.
29/06/2021
Certificates were awarded to teachers of Keda and Akhmeta schools within the framework of the project "Teachers' e-Skills Development Initiative". At the closing ceremony, the organizers summarized the 10-month program and shared the results achieved and best practices with the meeting participants.
29/06/2021
Batumi Shota Rustaveli State University Centre for Vocational Program Management and Continuing Education was allocated to a new educational building, where all the conditions are created for the full implementation of vocational programs. 
27/06/2021
"Taking care of self-development and constant search is a crucial factor for successful work" says Tamar Kitesashvili, a special teacher at Tbilisi Public School №136, who was awarded the status of Senior Special Teacher at the beginning of the year and became one of the most successful teachers. 
26/06/2021
The Deputy Minister of Education and Science of Georgia, Nunu Mitskevichi opened the international scientific conference "Caucasus Gate - Northern Gate of Georgia", which was dedicated to the current problems of the past and modernity of Kazbegi Municipality (historic gorge, Truso).
26/06/2021
A state-of-the-art training pool was opened at the Batumi State Maritime Academy, which will allow the students and current sailors of the academy to undergo mandatory practical training in accordance with the standards developed by the International Maritime Organization (IMO).
26/06/2021
In order to facilitate research and teaching in the field of security, a Memorandum of Understanding was signed between the Ministry of Education and Science of Georgia and the Training Center of the State Security Service, signed by Deputy Minister Nunu Mitskevichi and Head of the Center Giorgi Vashakidze.
25/06/2021
Nunu Mitskevichi, Deputy Minister of Education and Science, Nino Tandilashvili, Deputy Minister of Environment and Agriculture, and representatives of the German Society for International Cooperation (GIZ) held a joint meeting to strengthen forestry education.
25/06/2021
The European Education Foundation (ETF) and UNESCO organized an international online conference on "Developing Lifelong Learning Systems: Skills for a Green and Inclusive Society in the Digital Age".
24/06/2021
The Minister of Education and Science of Georgia Mikheil Chkhenkeli addressed the participants of the international online conference "Protection of Cultural Heritage in the Occupied Territories: Georgia and International Experience".
24/06/2021
The Ministry of Education and Science of Georgia expresses condolences over the passing of Oleg Kvetenadze. 
24/06/2021
Horizon Europe Grant Office will be opened at Gori State Teaching University, which will help improve the success rate of Georgian scientists in the grant competitions of the EU. It should be noted that this will be the ninth grant office in Georgia.
24/06/2021
Tamar Kitiashvili, Deputy Minister of Education and Science of Georgia and Giorgi Pertaia, President of the Georgian Chamber of Commerce and Industry held a working meeting on new opportunities for effective management and development of the Professional Skills Agency. 
23/06/2021
The Minister of Education and Science of Georgia Mikheil Chkhenkeli expresses his condolences over the passing of Georgian academician Gucha Kvaratskhelia:
23/06/2021
The Ministry of Education and Science of Georgia has completed the process of approving IX grade textbooks.
23/06/2021
The opening ceremony of the renovated Japanese centre, equipped and renovated with the support of the Japanese government, was held at Ilia State University. The event was attended by the Minister of Education and Science of Georgia Mikheil Chkhenkeli and the Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Japan to Georgia - Imamura Akira.
22/06/2021
Cambridge University Press has published the 2021 Sustainable Development Report. Georgia has improved its position by two places and ranked 56th in the world ranking of 165 countries assessed in terms of achieving the UN Sustainable Development Goals. It should be noted that according to the 2020 report, our country was ranked 58th, and in 2017 - 66th.
22/06/2021
Organized by the Georgian Association of Private Colleges, the "Third National Conference of Professional Teachers and Students" was held to introduce innovative methods of teaching and assessment in vocational education and to share best practices. The Deputy Minister of Education and Science of Georgia, Tamar Kitiashvili, participated in the conference.
22/06/2021
The Ministry of Education and Science, in close cooperation with various agencies, continues to work actively to identify adolescents left out of school and to include them in the education system.
21/06/2021
In order to popularize science, the Ministry of Education and Science of Georgia is launching a new project "Science Calendar - 2021".
21/06/2021
In order to raise awareness about science, the Ministry of Education and Science of Georgia is launching the project "Science Calendar - 2021". The program includes several events and activities planned to promote science, including science-themed competitions, master classes, exhibitions, lectures, and a variety of cognitive and fun activities.
20/06/2021
"Inclusive education is an integral part of my life" said Nino Tskhadiashvili, a special education teacher who knew at the age of 17 that it was a profession where she felt comfortable and loved it with all her heart.
18/06/2021
To support the development of vocational education and professional skills in Georgia, the USAID five-year Employers for Vocational Education Program will be launched. 
17/06/2021
The Public-Private Partnership Forum was held at Spektri Vocational College, with the participation of the business sector, government organizations, international partners and other stakeholders.
16/06/2021
Undergraduate and graduate programs at Ivane Javakhishvili Tbilisi State University International School of Economics (ISET) have been officially accredited by the International Quality Assurance Agency (FIBAA) for a period of 5 years. The Minister of Education and Science of Georgia Mikheil Chkhenkeli took part in the solemn event, addressed the public and congratulated the university... Read More
16/06/2021
The United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees in Georgia (UNHCR) has provided technical equipment to Tbilisi Public Schools N81, N23 and Martkopi N2 Public School in Gardabani, where refugee and asylum-seeking children learn Georgian.
16/06/2021
The Minister of Education and Science of Georgia, Mikheil Chkhenkeli held a meeting with the Director of the Georgia Office of the United States Peace Corps, Jeffrey Goveia, where the sides discussed issues of strengthening cooperation.
16/06/2021
Work is underway on the Education and Science Strategy of Georgia for 2022-2032 and the 2022-2023 Action Plan. The main policy document of the Ministry covers all directions of the education system.
15/06/2021
"Dear students, I would like to congratulate you on the successful completion of the 2020-2021 academic year! Since the pandemic has dramatically changed our lives and posed great challenges, each of us has had to deal with the consequences of the virus.
15/06/2021
The 2021 examination process will be conducted in full compliance with the recommendations set by the Ministry of Internally Displaced Persons from the Occupied Territories, Labour, Health and Social Affairs of Georgia.
15/06/2021
On the day of the end of the 2020-2021 academic year, the First Deputy Minister of Education and Science of Georgia, Ekaterine Dgebuadze together with the Governor of Mtskheta-Mtianeti, Davit Nozadze visited Shatili School and congratulated the teachers, students, their parents and the whole society on the completion of the educational process.
14/06/2021
Minister of Education and Science, Mikheil Chkhenkeli visited the 200th school and personally congratulated the school community on the successful completion of the 2020-2021 academic year. The Minister thanked the students, teachers, school administration and parents for the efforts they have made throughout the year.
14/06/2021
Before the start of the Unified National, General Master and Teacher Examinations in the country, the Deputy Minister of Education and Science of Georgia Nunu Mitskevichi discussed with the members of the Examination Organizing Committee all the organizational details that will ensure the safe and complete observance of the examination process.
14/06/2021
The process of introducing a new standard for the authorization of vocational education institutions is underway successfully. 
14/06/2021
The Minister of Education and Science of Georgia, Mikheil Chkhenkeli addresses the following regarding the protection of the rights of persons with disabilities:
14/06/2021
A memorandum of understanding was signed between the Ministry of Education and Science of Georgia and the Gudavadze-Patarkatsishvili Foundation to promote the development of general education.
13/06/2021
"Special teacher is a profession where impressions, work style and tactics change every day" - said Lela Paikidze, a teacher at Public School No. 61, who has been awarded the status of Senior Special Teacher since 2021.
13/06/2021
From the new academic year, the population of Kvemo Kartli region will be able to receive vocational education in Marneuli, in the modern educational space of Modus College.
12/06/2021
The Minister of Education and Science of Georgia, Mikheil Chkhenkeli hosted the delegation of San Diego State University at Kutaisi International University, led by the President of the University, Adela della Torre.
12/06/2021
Tbilisi Public School No. 31 has a newly renovated sports field. The artificial turf pitch of modern standards was organized with the initiative and financial support of Nodar Giorgadze, the director of Gino Capital, who is a graduate of the same school.
12/06/2021
A meeting was held at the residence of the Ambassador of the Federal Republic of Germany Hubert Knirsch regarding the involvement of Germany in the field of vocational education in Georgia. 
12/06/2021
At the end of the 2020-2021 school year, the prevalence of Covid-19 in schools declined again. Last week, the virus was confirmed in 0.2% of teachers and school staff, and 0.04% of students.
11/06/2021
The Minister of Education and Science of Georgia, Mikheil Chkhenkeli held an online meeting with the Head of the UN High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) in Georgia, Kemlin Furle, where they summarized the results of the cooperation and discussed the challenges of teaching Georgian to Georgian refugees.
11/06/2021
A gastronomic school will be established in Georgia with the support of the Basque Culinary Centre. The School of Gastronomy will be launched in cooperation with Caucasus University and the programs will be available to both Georgian and international students.
10/06/2021
Minister of Education and Science of Georgia, Mikheil Chkhenkeli congratulates Tbilisi State Medical University on its 91st anniversary.
10/06/2021
With the support of the Ministry of Education and Science of Georgia and the Israeli International Cooperation Program "Mashavi", an innovative project was implemented at the Vocational College "Information Technology Academy". 
10/06/2021
A memorandum of understanding was signed between the Ministry of Education and Science of Georgia, the United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF) and the Education Coalition to strengthen children's rights, teachers and access to education.
10/06/2021
Ekaterine Dgebuadze, First Deputy Minister of Education and Science of Georgia, remotely participated in the conference dedicated to the 25th anniversary of the Hague Recommendations on the Rights of Education of National Minorities. 
09/06/2021
Kutaisi International University hosted the Prime Minister of Georgia, Irakli Gharibashvili. The Prime Minister together with the Minister of Education and Science, Mikheil Chkhenkeli inspected the infrastructure of the university, which includes state-of-the-art academic buildings, libraries, cafeterias, well-equipped sports and road infrastructure, common workspaces, student dormitories, as... Read More
09/06/2021
The Minister of Education and Science of Georgia Mikheil Chkhenkeli congratulates the prominent Georgian scientist, Professor - Rismag Gordeziani on his birthday.
08/06/2021
The graduation ceremony of San Diego State University was held in Georgia. The guests were present. Specially for this ceremony, the academic delegation of San Diego State University of Georgia, Adela de la Torre visited the country.
08/06/2021
"Adventure Tourism School" is a college jointly established by the Ministry of Education and Science, the Mountain Resorts Development Agency and the Association of Mountain Guides. 
06/06/2021
The presentation of the joint study of the European Training Foundation (ETF) and the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) "Inclusive Skills for Development of Innovative Enterprises in the Agricultural Sector after COVID-19" was attended by the Deputy Minister of Education and Science.
06/06/2021
According to the decision of UNESCO, Tbilisi has been declared the World Book Capital for one year. In this regard, the intellectual club "What? Where? When? held an event on the topic: “Book, us and the environment”.
06/06/2021
"Every child is very precious to me. I still remember the interest, favourite thing or desires of all the students I worked with.” - said Tamar Kavelidze, a successful special teacher at Tbilisi Schools 143 and 22, who is convinced that without active communication with parents and teachers, it will be extremely difficult to see positive results.
05/06/2021
Fun and informative online events were held at schools to inform the students about the opportunities of vocational education and different professions.
05/06/2021
The prevalence of the virus in public schools in Georgia remains low. Existing statistics already provide an opportunity to say that the 2020-2021 school year will end inside the school buildings.
04/06/2021
Two weeks before the end of the 2020-2021 school year, schools are still being actively monitored for the safe environment, in conjunction with testing teachers on Covid-19 to prevent the spread of the virus.
04/06/2021
The ceremony of awarding German language diplomas - DSD was held at Tbilisi Public School No. 21, which was attended by the Minister of Education and Science, Mikheil Chkhenkeli and the German Ambassador to Georgia Hubert Knirsch. This year, 39 DSD-diplomas were issued, which means that 90% of the students passed the exam successfully.
04/06/2021
According to the decree of the Minister of Education and Science of Georgia, those students who could not enter Georgia during the spring semester of the 2020-2021 academic year due to the epidemiological situation in India, their status will not be suspended, and they will complete their studies remotely.
03/06/2021
The Minister of Education and Science of Georgia, Mikheil Chkhenkeli took part in the 2021 Summit of the World Economic Forum, where the issues of overcoming the economic crisis caused by the pandemic and strengthening the labour market were discussed.
02/06/2021
The Minister of Education and Science of Georgia, Mikheil Chkhenkeli held an online meeting with international donor organizations. Together with the Ministry, these organizations are implementing several important projects for the development of education.
02/06/2021
Registration of first graders for places added by public schools for the 2021-2022 school year will begin at 2:00 p.m. on June 3.