About Setaragan Zirak School
Discover our mission, values, and commitment to educational excellence that has shaped generations of successful students.
From Humble Beginnings to Educational Excellence
The story of Setaragan Zirak School begins thirty years ago in the village of Zirak, located in the Jaghori district of Ghazni province, where severe obstacles blocked access to education.
Tackling Educational Challenges: A Vision For Progress
Boys had to endure a grueling three-hour journey on difficult terrain to reach the sole school in the area, situated in the village of Angori. For girls, attending school was virtually impossible due to cultural restrictions and a lack of transportation. These barriers deprived many children of their basic right to education.
A Transformative Effort: Founding Salehi Zirak School
In 1990, Mr. Ezzatullah Salehi, a native of Zirak, took decisive action to address this dire situation. After returning from the United States and witnessing the community's deep desire for education, he established the Salehi Zirak School in collaboration with local teachers. This initiative marked a pivotal moment in the educational history of the region.
Initially, the school operated under challenging conditions, with classes held in temporary tents beneath the shade of trees. Despite these limitations, it began by offering education up to the third grade. As infrastructure developed, the school expanded to include grades up to the ninth, ultimately transforming into a comprehensive high school.
Thanks to its strategic location, Salehi Zirak School attracted students from neighboring villages such as Mohajerin, Bosayed, and Lomanthe school adopted an inclusive model with separate shifts: morning classes for girls and afternoon classes for boys. Mr. Salehi fully funded the construction and teacher salaries for the 18-classroom facility.
Expanding Educational Opportunities
Over time, a Swedish charity support the primary education of girls (grades one through six), while Mr. Salehi continued to fund the remaining sections of the school. This partnership helped break down numerous cultural and economic barriers, creating a welcoming environment for girls' education. To date, thousands of students —both male and female—have graduated from Salehi Zirak School. Many have pursued higher education across various fields, contributing significantly to the social and economic development of the region.
Specialized Educational And Reinforcement Programs
Salehi Zirak School has implemented customized programs to enhance learning opportunities for its students:
A New Era: Setaragan Zirak School
In 2019, Azizullah Paeyndeh established the Setaragan Zirak School with financial support from the Zirak Charity Foundation, based in Colorado, USA. Drawing inspiration from the success of Salehi Zirak School, Setaragan Zirak School is committed to fostering innovation, inclusivity, and technology-driven education.
Despite significant challenges, including the COVID-19 pandemic and regional instability, the school has achieved noteworthy progress. Its core objectives include: Eliminating gender-based disparities in education, identifying and nurturing talents, and fostering leadership and civic responsibility among students.
Why We Exist & Where We're Going
Our mission drives our daily actions, while our vision guides our long-term commitment to educational excellence.
Our Mission
To provide equitable, high-quality education that empowers students and their families by removing barriers and promoting inclusivity.
- • Eliminating gender-based disparities in education
- • Identifying and nurturing student talents
- • Fostering leadership and civic responsibility
- • Implementing innovative pedagogical approaches
Our Vision
To foster positive social change, eliminate inequalities, and cultivate a lifelong culture of learning and civic responsibility for sustainable development.
“Quality education is the only path to the salvation of nations” - a principle that guides our commitment to shaping a brighter, more equitable future for generations to come.
What We Stand For
Our core values guide every decision and shape the character of our educational community.
Gender Equality
Our motto is to teach and implement gender equality to our students inside the school and through them, in the community.
Women Empowerment
We provide different activities for our female students to have access to various opportunities and resources.
Poverty Reduction
Our efforts are concentrated on children who do not have the financial capacity to attend school, believing education is the only way to reduce poverty.
Quality Education
We are committed to providing affordable, high-quality education implementing principles of innovation in pedagogy and Sustainable Development Goals.
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