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Summary

The article examines the current challenges of patriotic education for schoolchildren in wartime conditions. The author investigates the impact of Russian aggression on the educational process in secondary schools, analyzing the key factors that affect the effectiveness of patriotic education in today’s realities. These factors include information warfare, the emotional state of youth, and the roles of the family and educational environment. The article also explores the historical aspects of youth education in Ancient Greece, drawing a parallel with modern principles and ideas of patriotism in Ukraine. Emphasis is placed on the importance of civic responsibility, social cohesion, and informational stability. The article further examines the advantages and challenges of patriotic education in the context of distance learning, highlighting the role of digital technologies. Special attention is given to the development of media literacy among all participants in the educational process, particularly within the context of information warfare. Practical recommendations are proposed for improving educational efforts in secondary schools across Ukraine. Effective methods for shaping patriotic consciousness are outlined, taking into account modern socio-political realities. The article emphasizes the integration of patriotic themes into academic subjects, in addition to extracurricular activities. The author also recommends specific programs for educational work with children and collaboration with parents, aiming to systematize the educational process, diversify the forms and methods of partnership, and enhance the effectiveness of national-patriotic education in schools.