Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky participated in the opening of Zaporizhzhia's first underground school on December 12, according to the official website of the Head of State.
"In Zaporizhzhia, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky attended the first classes in a modern underground school, where 1,000 children can safely study in two shifts," the statement reads.
It is noted that this is the first underground school in the oblast. The project was implemented with financial support from UNICEF in collaboration with the Ministry of Education and Science. Construction lasted six months.
The underground educational facility is equipped with water, electricity, a fire alarm system, video surveillance, and ventilation systems, all operating autonomously. The classrooms feature interactive equipment and new furniture. The school also includes a playroom, a relaxation area, a cafeteria, and a medical station.
"Currently, another 10 underground schools are being built in the Zaporizhzhia oblast. They will provide safe and comfortable learning conditions for over 8,000 children", - the statement adds.
