Armenia is a former Soviet Republic that re-emerged as a nation in the early 1990's. After the fall of communism Armenia experienced great economic devastation. This in turn has effected school and young people. School buildings are crumbling, windows are broken, classrooms lack heat in the winter, and basic school supplies like paper and pencils are either limited or non-existent.

Students in the United States can reach out to students in Armenia. Even though Armenia is an economically struglling country, it is rich in history and tradition. Students in the U.S. can benefit by learning about the culture and experience of students in another part of the world.