In Zaporizhzhia, as part of preparations for the school year, construction is nearing completion on nine underground schools and three kindergartens.

Ivan Fedorov, head of the Zaporizhzhia Regional Military Administration, announced this on Telegram, according to Ukrinform.

“We are continuing to prepare shelters and build underground educational spaces to ensure the educational process is organized safely. Nineteen underground schools are already operational, and we are finishing up another nine. Together, they will provide educational opportunities for about 10,000 children,” Fedorov wrote.

He noted that special attention is being paid to preschool education. Starting in the new school year, 121 institutions will operate in a hybrid format, and more than 11,000 children will be able to attend kindergartens. Most facilities already have shelters in place.

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