On March 27, President Shavkat Mirziyoyev reviewed a presentation on improving the system of support for talented youth. Significant efforts have been made in the country to foster intellectual potential and provide comprehensive support to young people. This includes the establishment of 14 Presidential Schools, 185 specialized schools, and 9 creative schools, as well as the implementation of their educational methods and assessment systems in 1,500 general education schools. Additionally, the New Uzbekistan University was founded to support gifted graduates.
These initiatives aim to provide young people with access to high-quality education at global standards. However, it is crucial to effectively guide talented students and assist them in gaining admission to leading international universities.
During a meeting with youth in February, the President proposed several initiatives to enhance support for gifted students. At this presentation, practical and organizational aspects of implementing these proposals were discussed.
Specifically, it was announced that an international school will be launched in September, with an initial selection of 60 of the most talented 8th-grade graduates. The school will follow an educational program based on international standards, including core subjects, specialized disciplines, and courses in leadership and social engagement. The academic year will consist of three trimesters lasting a total of 11 months.
In line with another Presidential initiative, a National Program will be launched to prepare young people for admission to universities of the American Ivy League. This program will have six stages and will select 3,000 students this year, who will be guided by 208 mentors from Presidential and specialized schools. The training will take place in three-week intensive courses at the “Renaissance” Educational Center, and the top 40 students will have the opportunity to participate in internships at Ivy League universities.
There will also be a focus on the subsequent employment of young individuals who have been educated abroad. To facilitate this, the proposal to establish the Golden Fund Community was made, which will serve as a unified platform for talented youth. Graduates of foreign universities will have access to various benefits, grants, startup programs, and other opportunities. An annual congress of this community will be held on May 25 to discuss educational reforms, programs for gifted youth, and international experiences.
The President endorsed these initiatives and emphasized the need for a systematic approach to supporting gifted youth. Currently, 750 Uzbekistan students are pursuing their education abroad with the support of the “El-Yurt Umidi” Foundation. The relevant authorities have been instructed to expand these opportunities and further enhance the foundation’s activities.
UzA