In the end of 19th century, 94% of Estonians could read and 48% could write It was still possible to learn only in German or Russian High level of educatation caused the national awakening The first school with the possibility to learn in Estonian was built in 1906 in Tartu Education in the Republic of Estonia (19181940) Cultivated people started to regulate and reform the Estonian language The activity of Teachers Union picked up University of Tartu became an Estonianlanguage institution The Soviet regime In the 1949, basic education lasted for 7 years, but in the 60's 8 years were made compulsory 99% of 18 year olds had acquired secondary education, but only 43 % continued to learn in a university Education nowadays Consists of primary, secondary, high or vocational schools and universities Classes 19 are compulsory Many young people go to universities in Estonia and even abroad Only 13,3 % of Estonian youth have poor reading skills and
Since then the flag has always been hoisted with ceremony on that day, which is the national holiday the anniversary of the Republic. According to Estonian tradition the national flag is hoisted at sunrise and lowered at sunset exept on June 23 when it is left out for the shortest night of the year. NATIONAL ANTHEM The Estonian national anthem, entitled "My Native Land, My Pride and Joy", was composed in 1848 by Friedrich Pacius, a Finn of German descent. The Estonianlanguage words were written by Johann Voldemar Jannsen. In 1869 it was performed at the first allEstonian Song Festival in Tartu and gained popularity during the period of the national movement. Estonians carried the melody in their hearts and souls during Soviet occupation, when it was banned. Another song "My Native Land, My Dearest Love" by Gustav Ernesaks, became an unofficial anthem at that time and enabled the people to express their feelings of national identity. COAT OF ARMS
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