Education in Kyiv Region and Ukraine

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Schoolchildren from Irpin will study law in a city that has just experienced occupation — where legal literacy became a matter of survival

# English Translation Irpin lyceum students gained access to a course taught by practicing lawyers — not as a career guidance program, but as a practical tool. It is significant that Irpin, where thousands of families faced property disputes, inheritance cases, and compensation claims after 2022, became the venue for such an experiment.

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30 Seconds That Save Lives: Free Tourniquet Training from the National Resistance

The first 30 seconds after an injury often determine the outcome. The National Resistance has launched free courses for civilians — teaching how to apply a tourniquet and provide first aid; instructional videos have been added to the initiative.

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In Irpin, children are taught gratitude: a visit to the "Kazka" kindergarten that instills respect for defenders

The Memorialization Sector of the Irpin City Council conducted a themed tour for children from the "Kazka" kindergarten. We explain why such initiatives are not merely an emotional gesture but part of the long-term work to restore civic solidarity after 2022.

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Kyiv Region and DECIDE: memorandum extended to 2030 — how specialized education and opportunities for young people will change

The Kyiv Regional Military Administration and the Swiss‑Ukrainian DECIDE project signed a new four‑year memorandum that sets a roadmap for reforms through 2030. It is an investment in human capital and a tool for retaining talent in communities during reconstruction.

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Irpin Invests in Talent: Memorandum on Scholarships and Grants for Local Youth

The Oleksandr Pashchynskyi Charitable Foundation and the NGO Association of Women of Ukraine "DIYA". Kyiv Region signed a memorandum that opens practical pathways for scholarships, grants and educational programs — what this means for families and schools in Irpin.

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Children's safety: Ministry of Education commission allocates subsidy for anti-radiation shelter at "Red Riding Hood" kindergarten

The Ministry of Education and Science commission unanimously approved the funding — this is not merely repairs, but an investment in uninterrupted learning and the protection of children in Mykhailivka-Rubezhivka.

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Irpin budgeted nearly UAH 23 million for school lunches — how it will affect family budgets and meal quality

On World School Meals Day, the Irpin community reviewed spending and oversight mechanisms: who pays, what children eat, and how food waste is being reduced.

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Young team from Irpin: NUBiP Lyceum students win district round, advance to regional stage of "Plich-o-plich"

Cohesive play by 7th–9th grade girls, systematic preparation and the coach’s support — why the victory of Irpin’s girls’ volleyball team is important for the Bucha district and what comes next.

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Pilot senior school in Irpin: a chance for hands-on learning after 9th grade

Irpin Lyceum of Innovative Technologies announced enrollment for 10th grades as part of a pilot project — we explain who can apply, what the conditions are, and why this is important for the reform of the senior profile secondary school.

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Shelter for Mriya Lyceum: UAH 103 million and first tenders — what it means for Irpin

Constructing a shelter is not a cosmetic renovation but an investment in children's safety and the community's recovery. We break down the figures, timelines, and next steps.

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Telegram bot from the 'Kobzar': how an Irpin lyceum combined Shevchenko and digital education

Fifth‑grade student Andriy Kovernyk of class 5‑A created a Telegram bot that responds exclusively with quotes from Kobzar. It’s a simple but telling example of how the school is using technology to preserve cultural memory and foster media literacy ahead of Taras Shevchenko’s birthday.

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'Charter for Schools' outreach lessons kick off in Irpin: cybersecurity and drones as an element of community defense

Practical training in cybersecurity and drone operations by the National Guard unit "Khartiya" is not a trendy initiative but an investment in security and in rebuilding the community. We explain what is happening and why it matters.

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From a Graphene Experiment to the "Iron Shift": How ILIT Turns Science into Practical Resilience

Maria Kovalenko, a student at the Irpin Lyceum of Innovative Technologies, has been selected for the nationwide project "Iron Shift." This is an example of how scientific achievements and civic commitment are being transformed into the skills the country needs today.

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ILIT won 11 awards at the regional stage of the Junior Academy of Sciences — who will represent Kyiv region at the final

Eleven prize places — these are not merely isolated victories but a signal of a substantive trend in Irpin’s school science. We report who won the awards and why it matters for the region.

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Kyiv: spring break March 23–29 — how the city is maintaining in-person schooling and addressing learning gaps

School holidays in the capital are scheduled from March 23 to 29. We explain which programs have been prepared for children, why the decision was made now, and what it means for parents and schools.

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Educational migration in Kyiv: how the city maintains in-person schooling after damage to CHP‑4

After heavy shelling and damage to CHP‑4, some schools lost heating. Kyiv introduced two measures — distance learning and an "educational migration" scheme — so children don't sit in the cold and don't lose in‑person schooling. We explain how it works and why it matters for parents and teachers.

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Kyiv temporarily consolidates schools and kindergartens after strike — how the city preserves in-person learning

After the large-scale attack on February 12 that left 315 educational buildings without heating, the capital is consolidating institutions across five districts. We explain how the scheme works, which districts were hit hardest, and what this means for parents and schools.

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Underground school in Kyiv educating children in the spirit of the "Russian world": Lubinets demands a response from the Ministry of Education, the Prosecutor General’s Office and the SBU

Putting emotions aside — this is not an isolated incident, but a risk of ideological subversion of education and of children's safety. The ombudsman has issued inquiries following an investigative journalism probe and social media posts.

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"6-7" Tops Ranking of Redundant Words — What It Reveals About Gen Z's Language and Why We Should Pay Attention

The abbreviation "6‑7" was the top entry on the 50th list of Lake Superior State University. It's not just a linguistic novelty — it's a signal about how social media shape communication and why, in times of instability, the precision of language matters.

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Ministry of Culture renames Tchaikovsky Academy: a symbolic step toward decolonization and university reform

This is not just a change of signage: the Ministry of Culture’s decision follows new laws banning Russian imperial symbolism and establishes a legal precedent for other cultural institutions. We explain precisely what was adopted and what practical consequences the new name will have.