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title: "Maria Vinițchi, the music teacher: \"We need to make children curious\""
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published: 2026-10-05T13:20:00Z
language: en
author: "Alexandr Statnîi"
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# Maria Vinițchi, the music teacher: "We need to make children curious"

> On Teachers' Day, we celebrate those who not only teach but also inspire entire generations. We can find such examples in every school. The Moldova 1 TV team visited the village of Scoreni in the Strășeni district and met Maria Vinițchi, a music teacher with a special gift: the ability to discover talent in every child.

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On Teachers' Day, we celebrate those who not only teach but also inspire entire generations. We can find such examples in every school. The Moldova 1 TV team visited the village of Scoreni in the Strășeni district and met Maria Vinițchi, a music teacher with a special gift: the ability to discover talent in every child.

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Maria Viniţchi began her career 50 years ago. She taught French and served as principal of the Scoreni secondary school, which has since been reorganized into a lyceum. Even after retiring, she couldn't stay away from the children.

*"It was very stressful when I started coming to school only two days a week. Because I was implementing so many projects, I used to stay at school until 2:00 AM. I see myself among the students; I can't imagine my life any other way than being with them,"* said Maria Viniţchi.

Students attend her music classes with enthusiasm and great curiosity. They appreciate her dedication, patience, and commitment.

*"I like Ms. Maria's lessons because they are interesting; many students participate actively, and the atmosphere is calm."*

*"We find it interesting to learn new things, and we look forward to using the musical instruments to play and learn."*

Maria Viniţchi has inspired some of her students to pursue a career in teaching; now, they are her colleagues.

*"I was Ms. Maria's student; I sang in the choir she organized and took part in various festivals. She is a deeply dedicated educator, and we were thrilled when she played the piano for us,"* noted Maria Diaconu, a PE teacher.

Maria Viniţchi says that every generation of students is different, and the greatest challenge lies in sparking and maintaining their interest. *“They have everything these days, and just imagine—we have to spark their interest and awaken their curiosity.”*

Thus, teaching is not merely a profession but a true vocation. Educators help shape character and cultivate in every child the desire to discover, learn, and grow.

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A total of over 45,000 teaching and management staff work within the education system of the Republic of Moldova. Including non-teaching, administrative, and auxiliary personnel, the sector employs more than 60,000 people.

World Teachers' Day, a UNESCO initiative launched in 1994, is observed annually on October 5. This day highlights the importance of education in societal development and teachers' essential contribution to shaping new generations.