September 11, 2019 – This September, after two years of construction and preparations, Ijevan kindergarten has finally opened its doors for the children of the region. The beneficiaries of the project are the chidren of Ijevan and those from adjacent communities of Getahovit, Aknaghbyur and Gandzasar.
Initially it was decided to renovate the old #8 kindergarten however it was in such a grave state that the fund and the benefactors Ray and Ani Hartoonian, Grisha Sookiasian and Sonik Artounian,have decided to construct a new, modern, state of the art kindergarten.
“My family and I are ecstatic to know that Ijevan #8 Kindergarten will be functioning in a brand new building. One of the vital pillars to help form a child’s foundation is early education. With that said, it is equally important that our children attend kindergarten in a facility that is hosted by a solid foundation. We greatly appreciate the efforts of organizations Armenia Fund and Focus on Children Now. It warms our hearts to know that the children of Ijevan #8 will be in a healthy and happy environment. Our hope is that the children make lasting memories to carry with them for years to come.”, states Mrs. Sonik Artounian.
Kindergarten principal Naira Kazumyan recalls, “The kindergarten was founded in 2014. As it was in very poor state we tried to work with local and international organizations to somehow renovate it, so that the children have better conditions. I’m grateful to the Fund and extend my gratitude to the benefactor SonikArtounian who didn’t decline our request and today our children attend this new and cozy kindergarten.”
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The kindergarten was designed to host 120 students, however today there are 126 children attending the 3 storied campus.
The kindergarten is the largest facility of its type ever built by the Fund in its 28-year history.
The construction and furnishing of this kindergarten was implemented by the Hayastan All-Armenian Fund, which was made possible thanks to the generous donation of our benefactors,Armenia Fund U.S. Western Region, Focus on Children Now Organization and the Ijevan municipality.
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The mission of the Hayastan All-Armenian Fund is to create an All-Armenian network with the sole purpose of ensuring the proportional and sustainable development of Armenia, Artsakh as well as worldwide Armenian communities based on a common identity.
Hayastan All Armenian Fund
