Politics & Government
Kosovo Delegates Visit Johnston Schools, Part of Four-Day Tour
The delegation from Peja, Kosovo, was composed of Peja Mayor Ali Berisha, Peja Director of Health and Social Welfare Xhafer Dema, Peja Director of Culture, Youth & Sport Shpresa Gjonbalaj, and Peja Director of Urban Planning Violeta Ukaj.
Delegates from Peja, Kosovo visited three schools in Johnston school district on Wednesday.
The delegation was composed of Peja Mayor Ali Berisha, Peja Director of Health and Social Welfare Xhafer Dema, Peja Director of Culture, Youth & Sport Shpresa Gjonbalaj, and Peja Director of Urban Planning Violeta Ukaj.
The delegates toured Johnston High School, Summit Middle School, and Horizon Elementary.
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The stop was part of their four-day visit to Johnston and the surrounding Des Moines area. They are being hosted by Mayor Paula Dierenfeld, city council members, school administrators, and business and community leaders.
Tomorrow, an official Sister City agreement will be signed between the cities of Johnston and Peja following the Johnston Chamber of Commerce luncheon at the Hilton Garden Inn, 8600 North Park Drive.
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School officials say this partnership could open up an array of global education opportunities for students and staff.
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