President Tatar’s first visitors in the new Presidency Students – Cyprus Newspaper
Within the scope of the April 23 National Sovereignty and Children’s Day celebrations, students visited the state and government officials. In this context, President Ersin Tatar accepted the student delegation led by Elçin Altan, the Principal of 9 Eylül Primary School.
In the new Presidential Campus, President Tatar transferred his duty to Melin Kunt, a student of 9 Eylül Primary School.
Tatar: « You are my first visitors in the new Presidency »
President Ersin Tatar, in his speech addressed to children, said that he was very happy to host the student delegation in the first acceptance of the new Presidential building.
« A date is written here today. You are the first visitors I hosted in this building. » Tatar said that the photo taken with the students will be a historical document in this sense and that this special moment will be a valuable souvenir for children in the future.
Emphasizing the meaning and importance of April 23 in his speech, Tatar recalled that the great leader Mustafa Kemal Atatürk gave this holiday to not only Turkish children but also to all children of the world, “Children are our future.” he said. Addressing students, Tatar drew attention to the importance of developments in culture, arts, sports and social fields as well as education.
Tatar emphasized that social skills, art and sport also play a major role in order to become a good individual. Stating that they can improve their talents from photography to music, from painting to sports, Tatar said, “You will manage this country one day. So develop yourself in every aspect.” He said.
Following the address of Tatar to children, the authority room in the Presidency was passed. Here, Melin Kunt, a student of 9 September Primary School, took over the Presidential authority from Ersin Tatar.
Kunt: « If children laugh, the world becomes beautiful »
In his speech, Melin Kunt, a student of 9 September Primary School, introduced himself as the “first female president of the country ve and said, ım My dreams are great, my hopes are strong, my heart is brave.” He began his words with his statements. Kunt stressed that the enlargement of a country is not only the roads and bridges, but children who grow up with love, justice and games.
Stating that he dreamed of a country based on the happiness of children, Kunt said, “There will be more parks in every city, dreams will be discussed in every school, the opportunities of schools will be increased and a secular, contemporary school environment will be created.” he said.
« If children speak, the future will not be silent. » Kunt, who included his statements, expressed that he desires an education system where not only exams but also friendships are taught.
Saying that the books should not only give information but also heat the hearts, Kunt said, orum I care about children’s feelings. Because sometimes children reminds the values such as love, honesty and hope that elders forgot. ” He said.
Kunt said, “Come on, let’s hand in hand. Let us continue to strengthen this beautiful country with our Ata’s Ata, who think freely with free, peaceful children. Because if children laugh, the world becomes beautiful.” He completed his words.
At the end of the visit, President Ersin Tatar presented gifts to children because of April 23. Then he took photos in front of the Presidency.