The Educational and Sports Complex of Gazprom Armenia CJSC welcomed its students as the new academic year began.

Among those attending the event to congratulate the students were Sergey Kopyrkin, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Russian Federation to the Republic of Armenia, and his wife; Vahe Stepanyan, Head of Staff and Administrative Affairs of Gazprom Armenia CJSC and Chairman of the Board of Trustees of the Educational and Sports Complex; and Vahram Karapetyan, Executive Director of the “Our Future” Educational and Cultural Charitable Foundation.

On the occasion of the new academic year, Alexander Grigoryan, Director of the Educational and Sports Complex, congratulated the students, parents, and teachers.

Addressing the first-graders, the Director noted that, starting that day, they had also become part of the school’s big family.

Speaking about the achievements of the past academic year, he highlighted the school’s inclusion among the world’s Top 10 schools in the prestigious international World’s Best School Prizes 2026.

“Behind every victory, every award, and every successful project of yours will be hard work, curiosity, and perseverance. And we promise to stand by your side, help you overcome every difficulty, and take pride in all your achievements. Once again, I congratulate us all on Knowledge Day,” Alexander Grigoryan concluded.

The formal part of the event was followed by a short performance by the school’s drama club, dance performances by the students, and a performance by the choir.

After the festive event, the children embarking on their school journey headed to their classrooms with their homeroom teachers to begin their academic year.