Jeong Seok-woong, Jeonnam Superintendent of Education, 'Hope 2021' Opening Ceremony

Jang Seok-woong, Superintendent of Jeonnam Education, and staff held the 2021 opening ceremony and pledged a new start for the "Hopeful 2021." Photo by Jeonnam Office of Education

[Asia Economy Honam Reporting Headquarters Reporter Lee Jun-kyung] Jang Seok-woong, Superintendent of Jeonnam Education, held the 2021 New Year's ceremony on the morning of the 4th in the main office's large conference room, pledging a new start for the "Hopeful 2021."

To prevent COVID-19 infection, the ceremony was conducted with a minimal number of attendees, including Superintendent Jang Seok-woong, executives, and employees who were transferred to the main office as of January 1, while strictly adhering to quarantine guidelines.

The ceremony included the introduction of about 40 newly transferred employees and an award presentation for exemplary public officials. Employees of the provincial education office watched the ceremony via the internal TV from their respective offices.

In his New Year's address, Superintendent Jang said, "In 2021, we will realize 'people-centered education' so that children can learn more joyfully and grow healthily, enhancing fairness and inclusiveness in education," and appealed, "Through this, let us create the first year of sustainable future education that remains steadfast even in times of crisis."

He continued, "The world is now talking about a 'better reconstruction' after COVID-19, which means not a simple 'return to the past' but a 'better reconstruction,'" emphasizing, "It is time to reflect on what 'better reconstruction' means for Jeonnam education and to gather wisdom and strength."

In particular, he stated, "This year is the last practical year for the third term of the resident-elected Jeonnam education," adding, "Without being obsessed with immediate results, we will share a future vision for Jeonnam education looking at least 10 to 20 years ahead, and do our best to firmly lay the foundation stones and erect the pillars."

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