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UAS INTERNATIONAL DAY
The official publication of AFEF
January - April 2025
EMIRATI DAY OF EDUCATION
Our Northstar at Al Futtaim schools is deeply rooted in UAE culture and values, building a deeper sense of belonging for every student
TRANSFORMING
EDUCATIONAL LANDSCAPES
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CELEBRATING EMIRATI EXCELLENCE IN EDUCATION Starting this year, February 28th marks the inaugural Emirati Day of Education, an annual occasion to recognise and celebrate the contributions of Emirati educators, students, and alumni to Dubai’s education community. Our learners and educators are at the heart of the Education 33 (E33) strategy, which outlines our vision to ensure education in Dubai continues to inspire, innovate, and nurture young learners for a brighter future.
Journey towards excellence
Emirati students inspire us every day with their creativity, resilience and achievements. Through E33, we are committed to unlocking the full potential of our future leaders by nurturing their talent, fostering creativity, encouraging innovation, and equipping them with the skills needed to shape Dubai’s ambitious journey towards excellence. Equally, Emirati teachers bring immense value to our schools. Their understanding and insights of UAE culture, values, and the Arabic language enriches the school environment and fosters a deeper sense of inclusivity and belonging among students and staff. We look forward to welcoming more Emirati educators into this noble profession in the coming years.
Spirit of collaboration
Dr Wafi Dawood
The role of the Al-Futtaim Education Foundation’s schools is vital to making E33 a success. By fostering creativity, resilience, and a spirit of collaboration, you are building a learning community that will drive Dubai’s progress on the global stage.
CEO of Strategy and Planning Sector, Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA)
Thank you for dreaming with us, for believing in our shared vision, and for helping us make it a reality. Here’s to a future full of possibilities.
@Copyright 2025 AFEF All rights reserved While the publishers have made every effort to ensure the accuracy of all the information in this magazine, they will not be held responsible for any errors therein.
Talk to us: momentum@alfuttaimeducation.com @alfuttaimeducationfoundation @alfuttaimeducationfoundation @alfuttaimeducationfoundation www.alfuttaimeducation.com
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EMIRATI DAY FOR EDUCATION ALUMNI TESTIMONIALS
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EMIRATI DAY FOR EDUCATION DANA: I’ll be back… (in my Terminator voice)
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SKIING STUDENT
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EMIRATI DAY FOR EDUCATION Al-Futtaim Youth Council
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EMIRATI DAY FOR EDUCATION Al-Futtaim Youth Council
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EMIRATI DAY FOR EDUCATION Emirati Interventions at Deira International School
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EMIRATI DAY FOR EDUCATION Emirati Interventions at Deira International School
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EMIRATI DAY FOR EDUCATION Rooted in culture, leading with pride
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EMIRATI DAY FOR EDUCATION Rooted in culture, leading with pride
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EMIRATI DAY FOR EDUCATION iGCSE HAYA
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EMIRATI DAY FOR EDUCATION M Almatrooshi
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EMIRATI DAY FOR EDUCATION S Almatrooshi
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EMIRATI DAY FOR EDUCATION Sara Ahli - DIS Alumni
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EMIRATI DAY FOR EDUCATION Waleed Al Breiki
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EMIRATI DAY FOR EDUCATION Waleed Al Breiki
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ASTRONAUTS When the stars aligned
WE LOVE STEM
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ASTRONAUTS When the stars aligned
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ASTRONAUTS When the stars aligned
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AFEF SCHOLARSHIPS
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ABELA : AD
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Alumni Event Event testimonials
ALUMNI CONNECT
Hashem
Nabila
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ANNOUNCEMENTS & APPOINTMENTS : Momentum Magazine sat down with Zuhair and Martha
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BEST PLACE TO WORK
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BEST PLACE TO WORK
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Cobis
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DIS MAKEOVER
CAMPUS LIFE
DIS MAKEOVER
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Al Badia Living piece
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COFFEE BREAK
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FACULTY FOCUS Carrie Chavers
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FACULTY FOCUS Carrie Chavers
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CREATIVITY AT ITS BEST African Drumming
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XPLORING EXCELLENCE ABDULAZIZ
EXPLORING EXCELLENCE
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Emirati National Ali Baker
INSPIRATIONAL CORNER
Navigating Ramadan and exams
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Nidhi
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Books on AI Three must-read books on AI
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TOMMY
SPORTS SPOTLIGHT
Alexandria Mead
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Arabic for all Loughat Al Daad
STUDENT SHOWCASES
Arabic for all
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EXPERIENTIAL LEARNING
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EXPERIENTIAL LEARNING
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PARENT ENGAGEMENT
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PARENT ENGAGEMENT
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