Dear Parents, Beloved Students, Esteemed Teachers,

As we celebrate the seventh year of Al Mawakeb Al Khawaneej, this institution has flourished into a thriving community, thanks to your unwavering trust and support. Together, we nurture a family that grows stronger each year, contributing to the UAE's future with graduates poised to lead and drive the nation's journey toward progress, innovation, and prosperity.

This year, our joy will be unparalleled as we celebrate 116 graduates ascending the stage, adorned with caps and sashes that symbolize their journey of knowledge. With confidence and determination, they march toward a future brimming with promise, equipped with the skills and wisdom to navigate the challenges of tomorrow.

At the start of each academic year, we reaffirm our promise and commitment to our students and their families to honor and safeguard this trust. For us, safeguarding means fostering sustainable skill development, deeply rooted in the ethical values inspired by the traditions of the UAE and the visionary leadership of its rulers. Our goal is to create a nurturing environment where students feel safe, supported, and filled with joy.

Acknowledging the vital role teachers play in shaping young minds, we pledge to provide our students with the opportunity to learn from a distinguished team of qualified educators, supported by comprehensive resources that enrich their learning experience and align with the highest academic standards.

This year, at Al Mawakeb Al Khawaneej, we will uphold our tradition of blending knowledge and science with real-life applications through activities that mirror practical scenarios. It is through application and continuous practice that knowledge and skills truly flourish and become deeply rooted.

From participating in the "Federal National Council Simulation," where they develop leadership, dialogue, and consultation skills, to engaging in the "Model United Nations (MUN)" to deepen their understanding of global issues, to showcasing their innovative talents in the "Al Mawakeb Innovates" project and making meaningful contributions through events like GITEX exhibitions and charitable initiatives, our students continue to inspire us with their achievements. This diverse array of enriching activities has played a pivotal role in shaping their character and equipping them to face life's challenges. This year, we will not only continue these initiatives but also enhance them with new and valuable opportunities.

Learning is a journey, and as with any journey, it is essential to provide guidance. My advice to our students relates to a critical and increasingly significant development that has become an integral part of our daily interactions and will continue to grow in importance—artificial intelligence (AI).

To ensure that intelligence in our minds does not become artificial, leading to dependency and idleness, I reiterate a profound piece of advice previously offered by the President of the UAE, His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan: Use this technology for good and use it with ethics.

With these promises, commitments, and advice, we embark on a new academic year, hoping it will be a joyful and enriching learning journey. May success be our companion.

To our families, our students, our devoted teachers, and the entire Al Mawakeb community—we extend our deepest gratitude and heartfelt appreciation.

Samira Al Awadhi