In the First Gymnasium in Zenica, the contractor was officially introduced today in the heating and energy rehabilitation project of the school building, which officially begins the realization of the investment jointly financed by the Government of Zenica-Doboj Canton and UNDP.
The introduction of the contractor followed the previous activities carried out as part of the celebration of the 80th anniversary of the First Gymnasium in Zenica, and the signing of a contract that secured a total of 372,375 KM for the complete exterior renovation – 238,773 KM is financed by the ZDK Government, and 133,602 KM by UNDP.
The Minister of Education, Science, Culture and Sports of the ZDK, Mirza Mushija, pointed out that the start of the works represents another important step in improving the conditions for students and teachers.
– The first high school is one of the oldest and most important high school institutions in our canton. The building is now awaiting works that will give it a new, more energy-efficient appearance, and better living conditions for students and teachers. For decades, this school created generations that marked science, culture, education and public life, not only in Zenica but throughout BiH. Our task is to preserve and develop such institutions – said Mushija.
The minister added that energy efficiency projects remain one of the priorities of the line ministry.
The first high school, founded in 1945, through its long tradition has produced numerous distinguished experts, scientists, artists and intellectuals, and remains one of the most important symbols of education in the Zenica-Doboj canton.
