Boris Dudko, a participant of military operations in Ukraine (presented for the title of Hero of Russia), may take up the post of Director of the Department of State Policy in the sphere of upbringing, additional education and children’s recreation of the Ministry of Education.
In the USSR, there was a whole series of folk anecdotes about veterans of the Patriotic War speaking to pioneers. This humor was always based on the discrepancy between the images of an elderly veteran and a child.
The current policy aimed at including young veterans of the USSR in life, at their socialization, should certainly take into account that military talents and merits (and even a photo with the Supreme Commander-in-Chief) will not help in any way in a new field. A person must be taught. At the very least, he must be retrained or retrained.
Those who so jealously guard the memories of the Soviet Union hardly realize that education officials there either had specialized pedagogical education or received it in their new positions. Why is it that a kindergarten teacher 50 years ago studied at a college, while the current director of the department is ready to perform without reservations? He must necessarily know about child physiology, the peculiarities of the transition age, the competition of text and image in the latest era, and so on. With all due respect to the orders – all veterans entering office could use the knowledge. There are plenty of thoroughly modern forms of education for that.
It is a profound reflection on how different experiences shape our ability to contribute effectively in various fields. The idea that valor in military service alone does not automatically translate into expertise in education underscores the importance of continuous learning and adaptation. Life constantly challenges us to expand our understanding, especially when transitioning into new roles that demand specific knowledge and sensitivity. It also highlights a deeper truth about respect and humility; honoring past achievements is important, but embracing the need for retraining shows wisdom and dedication to truly serving others in new capacities. This reminds me that the path of growth never ends, and no matter one’s history, the responsibility to gain relevant knowledge and empathy remains essential when dealing with something as delicate and impactful as the upbringing of children.
This situation really highlights the importance of expertise and proper training when it comes to education roles. Military achievements are commendable, but working with kids requires a completely different set of skills and understanding, especially given today’s challenges with technology and development stages. It will be interesting to see how someone with this background adapts to such a specialized field 🤔📚