On 16 July 2026, Hedef Art School – 11-Year School of Arts held its first Pedagogical Council meeting with its newly formed teaching staff. The meeting marked the school's official launch and served as an important milestone in outlining its future educational vision and strategic development.
The event was attended by teachers who successfully completed the competitive selection process and joined the school's academic team.
The meeting opened with remarks by Shamil Sadiq, Founder and Chairman of the Hedef Group of Companies. Congratulating the teaching staff on the opening of Hedef Art School, he spoke about the core principles of the Hedef educational philosophy, the institution's mission, and its long-term vision. He emphasized the crucial role of educators in building a modern, innovative, and student-centered educational environment, wished the teachers success in their professional careers, and shared valuable guidance for their future work.
The meeting continued with a comprehensive presentation by Ayat Bakhshiyev, Director of Hedef Art School. During the presentation, he introduced the school's mission, educational concept, innovative teaching model, and long-term development strategy.
Special attention was given to the school's short- and long-term objectives, upcoming educational and cultural projects, the organization of the academic process, teachers' responsibilities, and the principles of teamwork and collaboration within the institution. It was emphasized that Hedef Art School aims to become a leading center of arts education by combining Azerbaijan's rich cultural heritage with contemporary educational approaches.
At the end of the meeting, teachers had the opportunity to ask questions, exchange ideas, and discuss future activities. The discussions concluded with a shared commitment to achieving the school's strategic goals.
In his closing remarks, Ayat Bakhshiyev congratulated all teachers on the beginning of their new professional journey and wished them every success. He highlighted that teamwork, dedication, and a shared vision would be the key factors in establishing Hedef Art School as one of Azerbaijan's exemplary institutions for arts education.