The Kazakh National Academy of Choreography hosted a significant event: the ceremony of initiation into the profession for 5th-grade ballet students, alongside a celebratory event dedicated to Teacher’s Day.

Altynai Asylmuratova, Artistic Director of the Academy, addressed the students with inspirational words:

“I congratulate you on your first step onto the professional stage! May this wonderful day remain in your memory forever. I truly hope that you chose this profession with your soul and that it is indeed your calling. A calling is a choice made with the heart, which means you will be able to overcome any obstacles, gain genuine joy from your work, and achieve great success. I wish you to always strive for excellence, and to respect and love the stage. We sincerely want you to become high-level professionals, and we will make every effort to help you achieve that,” she emphasized.

Special recognition was given to the teachers – the mentors without whom the professional journey of future ballet artists would be impossible. Bibigul Nusipzhanova, Rector of the Academy, congratulated the faculty and staff:

“Good day, respected teachers, dear parents, and students! From the bottom of my heart, I congratulate you on this long-awaited, bright, and heartwarming holiday - Teacher’s Day. The teacher is the core value, the unquenchable light, and the beating heart of any educational institution. That is why all of humanity bows with deep respect before the noble work of a teacher. Dear colleagues, as I congratulate you on your professional holiday, I above all wish our country peaceful skies, prosperity, and harmony. I wish you robust health, boundless inspiration, and creative achievement. May your students always appreciate and love you, and may your lives be long, happy, and fulfilling. Happy holiday!” – she said.

At the conclusion of the official part, several educators were recognized for their productive work, high pedagogical mastery, and significant achievements in educating the Academy’s students Nazira Abdulina, a methodologist at the School-College of Professional Education, was awarded the "Ybyrai Altynssarin" badge by the Ministry of Education of the Republic of Kazakhstan, teacher Asem Karim received a Certificate of Honor from the Ministry of Education. Also Certificates of Honor and Letters of Appreciation from the Ministry of Culture and Information of the Republic of Kazakhstan were presented to instructors Aidar Akhmadiyev, Asima Akhmetova, Eleonora Zhumadyarova, and Zalina Nazarova.

The festive event concluded with a rich concert performance. The Academy’s young talents demonstrated their technique and artistry, performing masterpieces of classical ballet heritage alongside colorful national choreographic routines, leaving the audience with unforgettable impressions.