The Russian invasion of Georgia has significantly impacted the country's educational system: - Many educational facilities were damaged or used to shelter displaced persons, disrupting the academic year for over 17,000 students. Kindergartens and schools in Tbilisi and Gori will not be able to reopen for at least a few months. - Over 28,000 children were displaced and many suffer from psychological trauma. Nearly 10,000 teachers were also displaced. - The education budget was cut by $18 million, halting education reforms and programs. Special schools housing disabled and orphaned children were threatened by military conflict.

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