The "Gazprom Armenia" CJSC Educational and Sports Complex has welcomed its students for the new academic year.

Present at the event to congratulate the schoolchildren were Sergey Kopirkin, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Russian Federation to the Republic of Armenia, and his spouse; Vahe Stepanyan, Chief of Staff and Head of Administration at Gazprom Armenia CJSC and Chairman of the Board of Trustees of the Educational-Sports Complex; and Vahram Karapetyan, Executive Director of the Mer Apagan (Our Future) Educational-Cultural Charitable Foundation.

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

Addressing the first-graders, the Director noted that, starting today, they are becoming part of the school's large family. Reflecting on the achievements of the past academic year, she highlighted that the school was named among the world’s top 10 schools for the prestigious international "World’s Best School Prizes 2026" award.

"Behind every victory, every award, and every successful project of yours lie hard work, curiosity, and perseverance. We promise to stand by your side, help you overcome any challenges, and proudly acknowledge all your achievements. Once again, I congratulate all of us on the Day of Knowledge and Schooling," A. Grigoryan said in her concluding remarks.

The formal segment of the event was followed by a short performance by the school’s drama club, dance routines by the students, and a choir performance. After the celebration, the children beginning their school life proceeded to their classrooms with their teachers to start their daily academic routine.