# Varna educational infrastructure upgrades > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/varna-educational-infrastructure-upgrades > Updated: 2026-09-14T13:41:24.000Z. Sources: 4. Developments: 2. Varna is undergoing extensive upgrades to its educational infrastructure in preparation for the 2026/2027 academic year. Funded largely through the National Recovery and Resilience Plan, these improvements focus on energy efficiency, modern learning environments, and facility maintenance across municipal, state, and private schools. Key developments include the establishment of STEM centers in 44 municipal schools and various renovations to primary schools and kindergartens. A major component of these upgrades is the modernization of the Mihail Koloni High School Dormitory. This project involved the complete renewal of Blocks A and B, featuring updated electrical, plumbing, and heating systems, as well as the installation of 10 kW photovoltaic power plants for self-consumption. The dormitory now offers improved living conditions with private sanitary facilities for each room, new fitness and concert halls, and enhanced accessibility features such as elevators and Braille signage. ## Timeline ### 2026-09-14: Varna opens renovated Mihail Koloni High School Dormitory The Mihail Koloni High School Dormitory in Varna has reopened after a major modernization project funded by the National Recovery and Resilience Plan, providing improved facilities for 192 students. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/varna-opens-renovated-mihail-koloni-high-school-dormitory ### 2026-09-11: Varna upgrades school infrastructure for new academic year Varna is upgrading its educational infrastructure for the 2026/2027 school year, including new STEM centers and renovated school buildings funded by the National Recovery and Resilience Plan. 4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/varna-prepares-for-3138-first-graders-with-school-upgrades --- Cite as: Varna educational infrastructure upgrades. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/varna-educational-infrastructure-upgrades