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Ailyn Agonia
DOHA
THE Father Amir His Highness Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa al Thani and Her Highness Sheikha Moza bint Nasser attended the official opening of Tariq Bin Ziad School on Tuesday.
The ceremony, which celebrated the strong legacy of the institution, was also attended by His Highness Sheikh Abdullah bin Khalifa al Thani and Qatar Foundation (QF) Vice Chairperson and CEO HE Sheikha Hind bint Hamad bin Khalifa al Thani.
Besides, ministers, dignitaries, other senior figures from QF, alumni of Tariq Bin Ziad School and parents of the school’s current students attended the event.
Tariq Bin Ziad School is of national importance to Qatar having graduated many of the country’s current leaders. It came under the umbrella of QF’s Pre-University Education (PUE) at the start of the current academic year.
Speaking on the occasion, HE Sheikh Hamad bin Jassim bin Jaber fondly recalled his time at the school while stressing the importance of the institution in preparing and empowering the young generation of Qatar.
He said, “I am honoured to be one of the alumni of Tariq Bin Ziad School. We are here today to proudly relaunch this school as it continues its journey of nurturing a new generation. Through their constant support to development of the children of this country, the leadership of Qatar is demonstrating its recognition that education is the path to preparing and empowering our young people.”
The school’s former director Eissa bin Hazza added, “The value of Tariq Bin Ziad School is a reality that everyone can see, and it carries hope for future generations. Young people are the foundation of Qatar and represent the future of our nation. As educators, we are responsible for creating this foundation, because the better we are as educators, the better our future generations will be.”
Similarly, QF’s PUE President Buthaina Ali al Nuaimi said: “Our focus on Qatari heritage and history, national identity, and preserving and nurturing our cultural traditions and values for the young people of this country is rooted within our schools, as represented by our Qatari heritage curriculum. This reflects QF’s commitment to equipping a new generation of leaders who are capable of balancing knowledge, appreciation of their cultural heritage, and answering the challenges of globalisation.”
The school offers a bilingual co-educational Primary Years Programme that follows the International Baccalaureate curriculum, with additional aspects that reflect the importance and the enduring relevance of Qatari heritage. It currently catres to students from PS3 to Grade 1, with one grade level being added each year until Grade 5.
In her remarks, Tariq Bin Ziad School Director Maha al Romaihi said “I would like to thank everyone who has been part of this school’s journey in the past, both those who have worked and studied here, because they have contributed to maintaining the proud name of Tariq Bin Ziad School, created its legacy, and left an imprint for the future generations who will work and study here.”
In an interview, Claudia MacDonald, one of the faculty members, reiterated the dedication of both English and Arabic teachers of the school to work closely together in order to enrich the learning experience of their students. She said the school encourages the students to be active participants in their own learning and be critical thinkers.
The ceremony featured performances by students and an exhibition retelling the school’s history. It was followed by the fifth edition of the Education Forum on Heritage and Identity organised by PUE’s Education Development Institute.
DOHA
THE Father Amir His Highness Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa al Thani and Her Highness Sheikha Moza bint Nasser attended the official opening of Tariq Bin Ziad School on Tuesday.
The ceremony, which celebrated the strong legacy of the institution, was also attended by His Highness Sheikh Abdullah bin Khalifa al Thani and Qatar Foundation (QF) Vice Chairperson and CEO HE Sheikha Hind bint Hamad bin Khalifa al Thani.
Besides, ministers, dignitaries, other senior figures from QF, alumni of Tariq Bin Ziad School and parents of the school’s current students attended the event.
Tariq Bin Ziad School is of national importance to Qatar having graduated many of the country’s current leaders. It came under the umbrella of QF’s Pre-University Education (PUE) at the start of the current academic year.
Speaking on the occasion, HE Sheikh Hamad bin Jassim bin Jaber fondly recalled his time at the school while stressing the importance of the institution in preparing and empowering the young generation of Qatar.
He said, “I am honoured to be one of the alumni of Tariq Bin Ziad School. We are here today to proudly relaunch this school as it continues its journey of nurturing a new generation. Through their constant support to development of the children of this country, the leadership of Qatar is demonstrating its recognition that education is the path to preparing and empowering our young people.”
The school’s former director Eissa bin Hazza added, “The value of Tariq Bin Ziad School is a reality that everyone can see, and it carries hope for future generations. Young people are the foundation of Qatar and represent the future of our nation. As educators, we are responsible for creating this foundation, because the better we are as educators, the better our future generations will be.”
Similarly, QF’s PUE President Buthaina Ali al Nuaimi said: “Our focus on Qatari heritage and history, national identity, and preserving and nurturing our cultural traditions and values for the young people of this country is rooted within our schools, as represented by our Qatari heritage curriculum. This reflects QF’s commitment to equipping a new generation of leaders who are capable of balancing knowledge, appreciation of their cultural heritage, and answering the challenges of globalisation.”
The school offers a bilingual co-educational Primary Years Programme that follows the International Baccalaureate curriculum, with additional aspects that reflect the importance and the enduring relevance of Qatari heritage. It currently catres to students from PS3 to Grade 1, with one grade level being added each year until Grade 5.
In her remarks, Tariq Bin Ziad School Director Maha al Romaihi said “I would like to thank everyone who has been part of this school’s journey in the past, both those who have worked and studied here, because they have contributed to maintaining the proud name of Tariq Bin Ziad School, created its legacy, and left an imprint for the future generations who will work and study here.”
In an interview, Claudia MacDonald, one of the faculty members, reiterated the dedication of both English and Arabic teachers of the school to work closely together in order to enrich the learning experience of their students. She said the school encourages the students to be active participants in their own learning and be critical thinkers.
The ceremony featured performances by students and an exhibition retelling the school’s history. It was followed by the fifth edition of the Education Forum on Heritage and Identity organised by PUE’s Education Development Institute.
