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202217 minTV-PGdoc-short

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School Away from Home

202217 minTV-PGdoc-short

Amid the turmoil of war, a dedicated teacher creates a sanctuary for over 200 Ukrainian children in Budapest!

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School Away from Home

2022• 17 minTV-PG

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Amid the turmoil of war, a dedicated teacher creates a sanctuary for over 200 Ukrainian children in Budapest!

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During Russia's invasion of her homeland, teacher Oksana Matviishyna establishes a haven for 200+ Ukrainian children at the American International School of Budapest amid the chaos of war.

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