Organized by the Ministry of Education and Science of Georgia Shota Rustaveli National Science Foundation, a business meeting was held regarding the research and innovation program Horizon 2020. The aim of the meeting was to discuss the practical aspects of participating in the program Horizon 2020, with the help of implementing agencies and organizations through the lenses of science, technology and innovation.

San Diego State University (SDSU) opened a two day seminar – STEM academy for the entrants. During the seminar, the Minister of Education and Science of Georgia – Mr. Aleksandre Jejelava met with the San Diego State University students, professors and the interested entrants, who desire to continue their studies and the above mentioned university.

The Ministry of Education and Science of Georgia responds to today s media reports, according to which, several school principals received a letter from one of the resource center, stating they are forbidden to participate in any form of cooperation except for the ruling party.

Deputy Minister of Education and Science – Ms. Lia Gigauri visited Rustavi public school N4, and congratulaed the students and the teachers with the achieved results of the final examinations.

Based on the fairytale created by Frank Baum – “The Wizard of Oz" a musical staged by the students of Chiatura N1 public school. The English musical, which has been staged for many years on Broadway, was prepared with the help of The Peace Corps volunteers.

Regarding the events happening at Tbilisi State University, the Ministry of Education and Science of Georgia states, that there were meetings held regularly with the students, and as a result a joint agreement has been worked out regarding the principal changes, which will be reflected in the legislative initiative.