Dmitry Chernyshenko congratulated teachers, schoolchildren and their parents on Knowledge Day

Dmitry Chernyshenko, Deputy Prime Minister, congratulated teachers, schoolchildren and their parents on Knowledge Day. Deputy Prime Minister recalled that more than 80 thousand educational institutions would open their doors in the new academic year, and millions of children would go to schools, colleges and universities.

"At all stages, under the guidance of experienced teachers, schoolchildren will receive a modern, high-quality education. This is what will help achieve the national goal set by President Vladimir Putin: realizing the potential of each person, developing their talents, raising a patriotic and socially responsible person. Today, all measures to support and develop the educational sphere are embodied in a new national project – Youth and Children, said Dmitry Chernyshenko.

The Deputy Prime Minister added that the Government would continue to create and update the educational infrastructure, promote early career guidance for children, and expand the Professionalism program.

"Every year, Russia has ever increasing opportunities to develop and support talents at all stages – from primary school to university. Higher education is a special pride of our country. Moscow State University, MGIMO University, St. Petersburg State University, Baumanka (Bauman Moscow State Technical University), and many other universities are the flagships of not only Russian but also global education. We are preparing a qualified personnel reserve - in the future, this is more than 2 million specialists for the key sectors of the economy," the Deputy Prime Minister emphasized.

Dmitry Chernyshenko noted that school and family not only provide education, but also instill traditional spiritual and moral values, teach kindness and responsibility, honesty and patriotism.

In conclusion, the Deputy Prime Minister wished students, teachers and parents cheerful and optimistic mood, well-being and great success in the new academic year.