District geography olympiad named after Asqar Islyamov
On 29 April 2025, pupils in grades 9–11 gathered at Abai Secondary School in Akzhar, Tarbagatai district, for the district geography olympiad.
Read storyRespected educator, school director, founder of a pedagogical dynasty
Askar Zhumagululy Islyamov (04.03.1928 – 30.10.2001) — an outstanding educator of East Kazakhstan, who dedicated his life to public education, local history, and the upbringing of youth. His destiny is an example of resilience, selfless labor, and service to his native land.

“School is the pinnacle of upbringing, where labor is a noble deed”— Askar Zhumagululy Islyamov
Written and scientific heritage of Askar Islyamov: memoirs, essays, research.

1998
Memories of the educator’s life and work in his home region.
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2003 / 2022
A study of the geographical names of East Kazakhstan.
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2006
Essays on local history, nature and the upbringing of pupils.
About the book“Askar Zhumagulovich left a wonderful mark on the territory of East Kazakhstan. This is our pride, the pride of education of our region, of our republic, this is our history. I think that we, the educators, must constantly think and remember this, and teach the younger generation based on the experience and wisdom of these people.”