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Ceremony Marks Start of New School Year at Korean Rehabilitation Centre

Mokran Project — Thu, 02 Apr 2026 19:00:13 +0000

New school year opening ceremony was held on April 1 at the Korean Rehabilitation Centre for Children with Disabilities.

It was attended by Jon Chol Hi, chairman of the Central Committee of the Korean Federation for the Protection of the Disabled, along with relevant officials, as well as children, nurses, teachers, doctors from the centre, and parents of the children.

During the ceremony, Song Hyang Chun, director of the rehabilitation centre, made an address, followed by additional speeches.

Speakers highlighted that children with disabilities would benefit from a brighter and more cheerful life thanks to the support of the country’s socialist system. They also reaffirmed their commitment to carrying out their responsibilities in line with the Workers’ Party of Korea’s policy on protecting persons with disabilities.

After the ceremony, participants toured various facilities within the rehabilitation centre.

Source: KCNA (2026-04-02)

New School Year Begins in the DPRK

Mokran Project — Thu, 02 Apr 2026 17:50:42 +0000

School year opening ceremonies took place at educational institutions across the DPRK, from the capital city to the remote mountain villages and islet villages on April 1.

All education officials and teachers have devoted their wisdom and enthusiasm to preparing for the new school year to implement the second universal 12-year compulsory education programme and the educational programmes of universities according to subjects.

Schoolchildren in all parts of the country, including new pupils of primary and junior middle schools, went to school, wearing new uniforms and carrying Sonamu schoolbags, Mindulle notebooks and Haebaragi-branded school things they received free of charge from the state.

Officials of the Party, government organs and relevant institutions, along with teachers and students, welcomed the newcomers by presenting them with bouquets.

Ahead of the new school year’s opening ceremonies, universities, colleges, and other schools conducted national flag-raising ceremonies.

At the school-opening ceremonies, speakers emphasized that the DPRK, under the leadership of the respected Marshal Kim Jong Un, will develop into a country that prospers through education.

Schoolchildren expressed their determination to study hard and do their best to contribute to the country in the future.

Following the ceremonies, the first lessons of the new school year began.

Source: KCNA (2026-04-02)

All Classmates Win Scientific Research Prize

Mokran Project — Tue, 31 Mar 2026 16:35:13 +0000

All 15 students in Class A of the third-year Artificial Intelligence Technology Department at the Pyongyang University of Computer Technology have been awarded the University Student Scientific Research Prize for their deep knowledge in their major and research achievements conducive to the development of the nation’s science and technology.