Guests of the Ministry of Education: We are very impressed by Imatra's reforms

The office manager of the Ministry of Education, who visited the city of Imatra today on Friday Anita Lehikoinen and teaching advice Maarit Palonen ja Aija Rinkinen were very impressed by Imatra's kindergarten and school network reform. The Director of Education and Culture of the Municipal Association also participated in the visit Terhi Päivärinta praised Imatra and considers the city to be an example for others as well.

- We are very impressed with how much and how quickly things have been done here. In our country, there is a lot of talk about indoor air problems, but here we fix everything at once. We have been particularly interested in how the entire change process has progressed so quickly in decision-making. Although the city has made its own solutions, they have nevertheless taken national policies into account, Lehikoinen states.

Lehikoinen also praised the fact that Imatra has boldly invested in culture and leisure.

- They are significant vitality factors. Seems really good. Now just move forward briskly, Lehikoinen encourages.