The prime minister also expressed hope that even if the graduates choose to study abroad, they will still return to their homeland like Santiago from “The Alchemist.”
“You are ready to fly on your own. And you are from the Republic of Moldova – be proud of your country. I hope you will find yourself here at home. And if you leave for other countries, I hope you will come back one day, like Santiago from Paulo Coelho’s “The Alchemist,” and find that the real treasure was right here, in your backyard, in the Republic of Moldova. Make us proud – your mentors, your families, but above all – be proud of yourselves!”, the prime minister said.
And Education and Research Minister Dan Perciun urged young people to continue their studies at home and stay involved in society.
“We really want you to feel this belonging, to see you in the country, in the classrooms of our universities, to see you united, active in the public life of Moldova,” the minister said.
The program of the event also included a fair of educational offers of universities, which was attended by hundreds of students, teachers, parents and representatives of educational institutions from all over the country.
The Education Week is held for the third time. This year it took place from May 20 to 24 and brought together government officials, teachers, school principals, pupils, students and development partners. The program was rich: it included 21 events, including conferences, forums and thematic master classes. Experts and participants discussed key areas from pre-school, school and vocational education to higher education and science.
