President of Georgia congratulates pupils, teachers and students on the occasion of the start of new academic year.

“Today, I especially congratulate the first-year pupils, who are stepping through the school gates for the very first time. A new, exciting, and unforgettable chapter begins for you, one filled with discoveries and growth.

Teachers walk beside you on this most important journey. They are dedicated individuals eager to share their knowledge and nurture your growth as worthy citizens.

It is teachers who serve as the steadfast guardians of our national and traditional values, the very principles upon which our future must be built.

Dear pupils and students, you are the future and the greatest treasure of our nation. I wish you every success!”, - writes Mikheil Kavelashvili.