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On the eve of Education Workers’ Day, traditionally celebrated on the first Sunday of October, a solemn ceremony took place in Khmelnytskyi to honor those who shape the country’s future — the educators. The session hall of the House of Councils gathered hundreds of teachers, caregivers, school principals, and methodologists — all those who, with love and inspiration, devote their hearts to nurturing a new generation of Ukrainians.
The event was attended by the Chair of the Regional Council, Violeta Labazyuk, and her deputies — Volodymyr Honcharuk, Valentyn Sokolyuk, and Tetiana Zelenko. They congratulated the educators on their professional holiday, expressed sincere gratitude for their dedicated work, and presented honorary certificates and awards to the most distinguished representatives of the regional educational community.
During the ceremony, a moment of silence was held in memory of all educators and defenders of Ukraine who gave their lives for the country’s independence. This moment of profound silence served as a reminder that the work of a teacher today is not just a profession, but a true calling — one filled with self-sacrifice, courage, and faith in people and in Ukraine itself.
In her speech, Violeta Labazyuk emphasized:
“It is you, dear educators, who help our children become intelligent, disciplined, neat, wise, and, most importantly, conscious citizens of an unbreakable Ukraine. We owe our ability to live and work to our defenders — the brave men and women who hold back the enemy onslaught and ensure our right to work in relatively peaceful conditions. Among those who, at the risk of their lives, stand up for our independence, there are many educators.”
Among this year’s awardees were teachers from the “My Horizons” Lyceum, who pour not only knowledge and experience but also a part of their soul into their work every day. With love, they guide children along the path of discovery, teaching them to think, empathize, and believe in their own abilities. Every lesson, every conversation, every smile is a step toward children’s dreams and a confident future.
For the “My Horizons” team, this distinction means more than an honorary award. It is sincere proof that the daily work of educators carries deep meaning and echoes with gratitude in the hearts of children, parents, and the entire community. Thanks to their dedication, young learners not only gain knowledge but also learn to love learning itself, to discover their talents, to understand the world, and to take their first steps toward success with confidence.
The “My Horizons” staff sincerely thank the event organizers for their attention to educators, for their support, and for honoring those who shape the future. We express our heartfelt gratitude to all colleagues and partners who work every day with inspiration and faith in children — because it is this shared effort that makes Ukrainian education strong, vibrant, and worthy of trust.
We thank our educators for their wisdom, kindness, and the light they share with their students. It is thanks to you that education remains a true force shaping the future of Ukraine.
We thank our educators for their wisdom, kindness, and the light they share with their students.