FAR Schools

Dec 82 min read

Empowering Youth through Music at Gyumri’s Octet School

While Samvel proudly displays his recent award and medal from the ‘Art Music’ international music festival, the school principal, Manya...

Inspiring Generation Alpha: Educational Progress in Noyemberyan Region

Nov 212 min read

FAR Education

Inspiring Generation Alpha: Educational Progress in Noyemberyan Region

We are thrilled to share the remarkable progress we’ve made in the Noyemberyan region of Tavush province through the FAR’s BCPP program ....

Jazz Awakens at Dilijan State College through the Rhythms of the Hang Drum

Nov 51 min read

FAR Schools

Jazz Awakens at Dilijan State College through the Rhythms of the Hang Drum

The jazz enthusiasm at Dilijan State College of Arts was reignited by the renowned handpan (hang drum) artist, Daniel Waples. On November...

Developing Threads of Growth for Students with Special Needs

Oct 213 min read

FAR Education

Developing Threads of Growth for Students with Special Needs

The first time Davit stepped into the carpet weaving class, he immediately felt at home. The bright, cozy space at Parakar's James and...

Giving Dreams Wings Through Inclusive Education

Sep 262 min read

FAR Schools

Giving Dreams Wings Through Inclusive Education

Nine-year-old Sofi had been terrified of butterflies for as long as she could remember. Even the sight of one would send her into a...

FAR’s Healthy and Balanced Menu Makes a Difference in Kosh Kindergarten

Sep 82 min read

FAR Schools

FAR’s Healthy and Balanced Menu Makes a Difference in Kosh Kindergarten

Since 2021, the Kosh Community Kindergarten has made fighting hunger and food insecurity a top priority after FAR expanded its Child...

The First September in Vanadzor’s Rejuvenated Art School

Sep 12 min read

FAR Education

The First September in Vanadzor’s Rejuvenated Art School

This September, around 180 students will step into the rejuvenated Vanadzor Community Art School for the first time in many years....

Aug 122 min read

FAR Education

Science Camp is a Laboratory for Growth

“My lifetime goal is to be a dedicated professional and a good citizen of Armenia. Armenia needs strong scientists, and I have decided to...

A Decade of Inspiring Young Minds through Science Camps

Jul 82 min read

FAR Education

A Decade of Inspiring Young Minds through Science Camps

I am pleased to share the highlights of this year's Byurakan Science Camp (BSC), which successfully hosted 42 students, aged 10-14, from...

The Pogossian Family Ensemble Performs at Dilijan State College of Arts

Jun 181 min read

FAR Schools

The Pogossian Family Ensemble Performs at Dilijan State College of Arts

On June 15th, the halls of Dilijan State College of Arts came alive with the enchanting melodies of the Pogossian Family Ensemble, led by...

Harry and Suzanne Toufayan Visit the College they Revitalized

Nov 8, 20221 min read

FAR Education

Harry and Suzanne Toufayan Visit the College they Revitalized

When Harry and Suzanne Toufayan set foot on the campus of the State Art College of Dilijan they were greeted with a drumroll. After...

Arzruni Inspires Students at FAR-Supported Schools

Oct 19, 20221 min read

FAR Education

Arzruni Inspires Students at FAR-Supported Schools

FAR’s beloved friend, the renowned pianist, philanthropist, and humanitarian Sahan Arzruni spent most of October conducting a tour with a...

Jul 8, 20223 min read

FAR Education

FAR Says Goodbye to Anoush Mathevosian

FAR is greatly saddened by the loss of Anoush Mathevosian. A visionary in philanthropy, a dedicated supporter of FAR, and a friend,...

Apr 12, 20221 min read

FAR Education

This Was Their Last Cold Winter

Until recently, smoke was an issue unique to Choratan Secondary School. The roughly 4,000-square-foot school, which has 100 students and...

Good Education Goes Beyond the Classroom

Oct 12, 20211 min read

FAR Education

Good Education Goes Beyond the Classroom

We have made it possible for the complete renovation of the clean water supply, sanitation, and hygiene facilities at six different...

Jan 20, 20201 min read

BCPP

Hundreds of Students Impacted by BCPP’s Recent School Renovations

Recent classroom renovations made possible through FAR’s Breaking the Cycle of Poverty Program (BCPP) are making school safer and more...

Renovations for the Parakar School Already Making an Impact

Dec 11, 20192 min read

FAR Schools

Renovations for the Parakar School Already Making an Impact

FAR launched its five-year project to revitalize the Parakar School in 2018. Just two years in, changes are already making a huge impact...

The Parakar School’s Vocational Training Wing Officially Opens to Students

Oct 18, 20193 min read

FAR Schools

The Parakar School’s Vocational Training Wing Officially Opens to Students

In the midst of FAR’s recent celebrations commemorating 30 years of work in Armenia, the Parakar School also officially opened its...

FAR Provides Much-Needed Dental Care to the Students of Parakar

Aug 29, 20192 min read

FAR Schools

FAR Provides Much-Needed Dental Care to the Students of Parakar

This is the second year FAR has partnered with the Rotary Club of Yerevan and the Armenian American Dental Association’s mobile clinic to...

Former FAR Beneficiary Volunteers to Help Beautify Parakar School

Aug 20, 20191 min read

FAR Schools

Former FAR Beneficiary Volunteers to Help Beautify Parakar School

FAR project managers often encourage our beneficiaries to give back when they can as it is a great way for them to honor the support they...