Address of Tatarstan President Rustam Minnikhanov on the occasion of the Knowledge Day

Dear friends!

I congratulate pupils, students, parents and teachers, all workers and veterans of Tatarstan educational system on the Knowledge Day and the beginning of new academic year!

The first of September is an unforgettable event in our life. This day new horizons are open up for children, and by conquering them, they make their first steps into adulthood. Our teachers are tutors on this way, and their hard work deserves respect and recognition.

School and university years bring most bright and positive memories. When we visit our schools or universities again, we feel the atmosphere of creative exploration and unforgettable events, and a part of united team. Many personal qualities and the basis of civic consciousness and patriotism are built up here.

Modern public and economic realia impose new requirements on educational system. Today we are focusing on innovative development of the republic, and our main task is training highly skilled specialists. We are sure that children, who will go to school for the first time, will contribute to prosperity of our republic in future.

Therefore, we are providing all necessary conditions, by opening new state-of-the-art educational organizations, upgrading facilities, and using Russian and foreign experience. It will further the increase of the quality of education. I am glad that Tatarstan citizens respond to different charity initiatives and support regional campaign “Help to get ready for school”.

On this wonderful day I wish teachers, professors, tutors new professional achievements and all students – academic, creative and sport achievements!
I wish you all peace and wellbeing!

Tatarstan President, Rustam Minnikhanov.