The results of the regional professional excellence competition “Teacher–Educator of the Year – 2026” have been announced! This event has once again become an important focal point for educators in our region and a clear confirmation that the educational environment is developing dynamically and confidently.

This year’s competition stood out for the high level of participants’ preparation, meaningful open activities, modern methodological innovations, and the active use of digital tools. Each stage demonstrated the contestants’ professional maturity, their ability to reflect, think analytically, and engage in creative inquiry.

For us, the faculty of Comrat State University, it is especially valuable to see among the prizewinners and winners graduates of our university. Their achievements are the result of dedicated work, continuous professional development, and commitment to their chosen profession. This year, 28 out of the 48 participants in the competition are graduates of Comrat State University! We sincerely celebrate their success and view it as an indicator of the effectiveness of university training.

We extend special congratulations to the laureates and main award recipients. The competition served as a platform where leadership qualities, pedagogical culture, the ability to work under high responsibility, and resilience in facing professional challenges were clearly demonstrated.

The organization of this competition contributes to shaping a positive public attitude toward the teaching profession, strengthens its prestige, and creates a space for the exchange of experience among educational institutions in the region.

We express our gratitude to the organizers – the General Directorate of Education of ATU Gagauzia, the jury members, and all participants for their contribution to the development of the educational system. We wish you continued professional success, inspiration, new projects, and confident progress forward.

Publication: Сurteva O.V., Doctor, Associate Professor, the jury of the competition in the category “Primary School Teacher.”