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Hello everyone and welcome to the final edition of our school pAAAper for the academic year 2022-23!
Being the end of the year, lots of things have been going on. Our talented, young journalists have written them all out for you. I hope you all are excited to read what our students have been working on this term; there are excellent articles for this edition and we are eager to present them to you.
Thank you for taking the time to read our newspaper
We hope you enjoy!
Have a wonderful summer, and see you next year!
Raya Khaled Chief Editor of the pAAAper
WELCOME Issue No.10 June 2023
Celebration Assembly
By: pAAAper Team
On the 19th of June, Secondary held a celebration assembly for the end of the year. Many awards were handed out and many students celebrated. A massive congratulations to all of these people:
Year 7 Students of the Year, Resilience & Best Effort Awards
Lamar Khleif & Hamid Al Azri (SoY)
Sofia Myers (Resilience)
Ahmed Al Amri (Best Effort
Year 8 Students of the Year, Resilience & Best Effort Awards
Aa'ishah Aya & Arjun Sathiyan (SoY)
Honee Soo (Resilience)
Moza Al Mansoori (Best Effort)
Year 9 Students of the Year, Resilience & Best Effort Awards
Nina Pepper & Carlos Martin-Navarro (SoY)
Abdul Aziz Al Neyadi (Resilience)
Khaled Aldahmani (Best Effort)
Year 10 Students of the Year, Resilience & Best Effort Awards
Raya Khaled & Ramis Yasin (SoY)
Abdullah Al Mansoori (Resilience)
Anooshay Khan (Best Effort)
English Students of the Year
Mariam Al Neyadi & Abdulaziz Al Muhaysin (Y7)
Omoyeni Omotunde & Abdulla Al Dhaheri (Y8)
Rameen Asad & Abdulla Al Kaabi (Y9)
Raya Khaled & Ramis Yasin (Y10)
Maths Students of the Year
Amaana Yusuf & Ahmed Alhassani (Y7)
Mariam Al Teneiji & Daniel David-Abousaid (Y8)
Nina Pepper & Muhammad Badreddine (Y9)
Amna Al Suwaidi & Ramis Yasin (Y10)
Meryam Bouaita & Hamza El-Hattab (Y11)
Yusri Attoub (Y12)
Mohammed Al Dhaheri (Y13)
Science Students of the Year
Hedi Borgi & Sara Ali (Y7)
Ahmed El Shawaf & Omoyeni Omotunde (Y8)
Rameen Asad & Muhammad Badreddine (Y9)
Ahmed Al Teneiji & Anooshay Khan (Y10)
Luke Pepper & Noureen Farghal (Y11)
Yusri Attoub & Duaa Mohammed (Y12)
Mohammad Al Dhaheri & Vanya Sachdeva (Y13)
History Students of the Year
Maham Ali (Y7)
Lamar Farghal & Youssef El Ghoul (Y8)
Nina Pepper - Y9
Raya Khaled - Y10
Miro Kemaloglu (Y11)
Adithi Sathiyan (Y13)
Geography Students of the Year
Clarissa Endley (Y7)
Fatima Al Mansouri (Y8)
Iaroslava Karabchuk (Y9)
Alia Al Kaabi (Y10)
Hamza El Hattab (Y11)
Adithi Sathiyan (Y13)
Art Students of the Year
Maham Ali (Y7)
Mariam Al Teneiji (Y8)
Iaroslava Karabchuk & Nina Pepper (Y9)
Lara Rahmanian & Alishba Abbasi (Y10)
Rowan Nourse-Grewal (Y11)
Margarita Karabchuk (Y13)
Music Students of the Year
Kailas Vyshak & Destiny Thor (Y7)
Moza Al Mansoori & Youssef El Ghoul (Y8)
Ramis Yasin (GCSE Music)
Drama Students of the Year
Oindrilla Chakraborty & Inaya Khan (Y7)
Sarah Karam & Ahsan Iqbal (Y8)
Eleanor Stevens (Y9)
PE Students of the Year
Lamar Khleif & Saif Khleif (Y7)
Omoyeni Omotunde & Ali Alblooshi (Y8)
Nina Pepper & Alexander Ida (Y9)
Lara Rahmanian & Saif Al Nuaimi (Y10)
Noureen Farghal & Luke Pepper (Y11)
Daniel Mackay (Y9 GCSE)
Zoya Ali (Y10 GCSE)
Meryam Bouaita (Y11 GCSE)
ICT Students of the Year
Hedi Borgi & Sara Ali (Y7)
Omoyeni Omotunde & Zain Mustafa (Y8)
Daniel Mackay & Eleanor Stevens (Y9)
Mariam Al Khyeli & Ramis Yasin (Y10)
Emaan Fatima & Hmouda Al Dhaheri (Y11)
French Students of the Year
Clarissa Endley & Hedi Borgi (Y7)
Fatima Al Mansoori & Khaled Al Mansoori (Y8)
Lucas Fonseca (Y9)
Joao Fernandes (Y10)
Meryam Bouaita (Y11)
Adithi Sathiyan (Y13)
Accounting Students of the Year
Salim Rahall (Y9)
Mariam Brouk Al-Hamiri (Y10)
Hmouda Al Dhaheri (Y11)
Business Students of the Year
Rameen Asad (Y9)
Meera Brouk Al-Hamiri (Y10)
Ife Omotunde (Y11)
Economics Students of the Year
Nina Pepper & Alexander Ida (Y9)
Joao Fernandes & Ragad Mohialdeen (Y10)
Mohammad Al Dhaheri (Y13)
Arabic Students of the Year
Mohammed Abedelhady & Inaya Khan (Y7)
Haya Al Medawi & Zeina Hawash (Y8)
Muhammad Badreddine (Y9)
Fakhra Al Khaili (Y10)
Duaa Mohammed (Y12)
Islamic Students of the Year
Sara Ali & Amaana Yusuf (Y7)
Suwaidan Al Ameri & Haya Al Medawi (Y8)
Salim Rahall & Muhammed Khan (Y9)
Abdulla Al Mansoori & Raya Khaled (Y10)
Yusri Rayan Attoub & Hisham Tariq (Y12)
Social Studies Students of the Year
Saeed Alqubaisi & Alluloua Brouk AlHemeiri (Y7)
Mohammed Al Kuwaiti & Latifa AlKhyeli (Y8)
Mohammed Al Kuwaiti (Y9)
Abdulla Almansoori (Y10)
Attendance Ted Winners
Year 8 Lavender
Junior Maths Challenge & Maths Ninja Winners
Matar Al Khyeli
Suwaidan Al Ameri
Humaid Al Dhaheri
Abdulla Aldhaheri
Mariam Al Teneiji
Ahmed Al Ameri
Hamda Salem
Abdullah Al Kaabi
Shakespeare Performers
Clarissa Endley
Ahmed Al Ameri
Amr Arqam
Amaana Bint Yusuf
Sofia Myers
Shamma Salem
Lamar Khleif
Oindrila Chakraborty
Kinda El Hattab
Maham Ali
Ali Hawash
Sherina Al Blooshi
Inaya Khan
Destiny Thor
Sara Ali
ELFInSpacePoems
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ExamTips
By:AnooshayKhan(Year10)
Hello, everyone! It is finally the end of the year and many of you are very relieved that the year is over and that you finally have a break, right? However, people like me will go to Year 11 so it is a bit hard to fully enjoy my summer break; I will have to study for my upcoming exams and some of my GCSEs that I will take early. That seems like TMI doesn’t it? Well, that whole gist is that I will give you some exam tips that will help you in your future exams, so you do not have loads of pressure on your shoulders.
Always revise after your school day: Always, make notes:
After a school day, I would advise you to take some rest and time to yourself but then also set out some time to revise what you have learnt through the day so that it is easier to revisit everything in the future.
Whether they are your own notes you made in your free time or your class notes, always make sure they are neat and clean so that you can easily understand a topic that you may have forgotten.
For example, math. It is extremely easy to forget how to do certain things in math, so it is good to make your math notebook have all your working out so that you can easily understand how to do that topic.
For things like the sciences, always make sure your notes have highlighted the important words so that you understand the importance of those words or phrases.
Never procrastinate:
It is always a stressful and bad study experience to wait till the last days to study for your multitudes of end of year exams, so make sure to study beforehand (about one month before should do the trick.)
Well, those were some of my tips, so if you find them helpful, please follow them as they have helped me a lot throughout my school years. I hope everyone has a good summer break and see you all next year!
BravetheBeanstalk
By:DestinyThor(Year7)
This year’s school production, ‘Brave the Beanstalk’, was a huge success. I have so many great memories that I will carry with me for a long time. It was directed by Mrs. Oladele, our Drama Teacher and the Creative Arts Team. Without a doubt the school production was an amazing experience for all the participants involved. Here is a re-cap of this year’s school production.
Firstly, at the end of Term 1, a creative poster design competition was held to announce the auditions. Then, a couple of weeks later the auditions were held. Students could audition for main parts such as Jack, Jack’s mum, Daisy the Cow, Giant, The Giant’s wife, The Sneaky Bean Seller etc. Auditions were open to students from Year 3 and up. A few weeks after auditions, the cast list was released. Everyone including myself was excited to find out which role we got selected for. In addition to the main parts, there were a number of additional roles to include primary students.
In Term 2, we started rehearsals. At the start, it was once a week on Thursdays. This was later changed to once on Wednesday and again on Thursday. As the show came closer, rehearsals changed to cute animals on Wednesday and the main cast on Thursdays. The school production also provided students who are keen on music to be part of the Orchestra. Mrs. Castillo arranged Orchestra practices on Tuesday every week. At the end of Term 2, we had our first dress rehearsals and the students from primary school joined in to see our first show. It was good to have an audience to enjoy the show. After that we took a break during the month of Ramadan.
In Term 3, as the show approached, we started to practice during our school times as well. Mrs. Shah organized the props for the production. Mrs. Castillo, Mrs. Yaremi and the music teachers worked tirelessly with students in the students in the Orchestra to bring the songs to life. Slowly, as the show came closer, we had a couple more dress rehearsals. Mrs. Oladele also encouraged us (the performers) to be creative with costumes and make-up. Students enjoyed having the freedom to work on the costumes and makeup for their parts.
The final show was then open to the school community. There was such a wonderful sense of excitement and a little nervousness among the performers (but mostly excitement due to a great show!) Looking back, I can say the show was very successful, and the audience enjoyed the show a lot. All the actors and actresses did their very best and entertained the audience. Everyone delivered their lines well, and the music and songs added a fun element to the show. I enjoyed playing the Giant’s wife. Overall, it was an amazing show and a memory that all the participants will hold for a very long time.
TheMusicDepartmentatAAA
By:JaeheeKim(Year10)
As a Year 10 student having lessons from the AAA music department, our music department not only provides us with how to play musical instruments but also a way of self-expression and a positive impact on personal development in life.
The music department in AAA is a community to explore students’ talents and their passions towards music. The diverse range of instruments to choose from such as drums, guitars, pianos etc. ensures students find their own desires. Learning music teaches us to discover technical skills, good melodies, and valuable life skills. Learning musical instruments commonly requires regular practice to improve skills and time management. Of course, everyone is willing to play fancy and extraordinary music initially. However, this needs a long period of regular practice and a repeat of boring technical practices, which requires a lot of patience from the students. Some people give up shortly after just starting music because they easily get bored of long periods of practice and can be frustrated due to the complex techniques and mastering challenging pieces. Although, you have to know that a big sense of accomplishment comes after overcoming these obstacles, which is immeasurable. Every cloud has a silver lining. Overcoming this period and being patient teaches us the value of hard work and the importance of resilience. This can also translate in our life, that challenges never give up our goals.
Beyond personal growth, the music department at AAA offers countless opportunities for students to discover and show their talents. Regular recitals, events and concerts allow us to share our passion and love for music. These not only boost our confidence but also open up achievements and pride. I wish students, regardless of their skill or musical background, to get the opportunity to learn a musical instrument. It is an amazing journey that will not only raise your musical abilities but also shape you into a more resilient, confident and expressive person.
By: Dania Attoub (Year 10)
On the 5th of May, our school Al Ain British Academy had a graduation ceremony. We can say that through out life people go through so many hardships. Whether it be good or bad there is always something that comes out of the situation. They say one of the most exciting yet scariest events would be graduation. For a lot of people, graduating from high school is a goal. It takes a lot of time and effort to achieve it. In the long run, it opens a lot of opportunities for people to succeed.
Graduation is the end of high school, and the beginning to life. We will all miss our Year 13 students and wish them the very best for their new chapter of life. As for the Year 11s, we wish them the very best in starting Sixth Form and beginning the journey of A-levels. I’m glad to say that everyone enjoyed graduation this year and we hope for that happiness to continue.
Look below to see some picture of the momentous night.
Read on to find out more about graduation...
2023 Graduation
By: Nina Pepper (Year 9)
On Friday the 5th of May, parents, teachers, and families joined together to give a huge well done and good luck to our Year 11s, 12s, and 13s. With whole-hearted speeches from our Head Girls and Boys followed by some inspirational words from Mrs. Ralph, Mrs. Shah, Mr. McHugh, and Mr. Pugh, our graduating students had a good laugh remembering their great times from school. For some it was their last year at Al Ain Academy, and for some it was only the beginning of the next step into their education – nevertheless all the students have achieved admirable accomplishments and are ready to move on and continue to do great things!
2023 Graduation
Updated Canteen Review
By: Anooshay Khan (Year 10)
Hello, everyone! Welcome to the last newspAAAper for this academic year! As you all have seen from the subtitles, today, I will be giving you an updated canteen review. Although my initial canteen review seemed very fair, my private opinions leaned closer to the negative side. Why? Well because I was easily persuaded by everyone around me who said nothing but negative things when I, myself, had never tried out anything from the canteen so I believed them.
However, what happened when I tried the food myself?
I really liked the food there! It was nice and fresh. There were plenty of options to choose from and lots of fun food that I had never seen before so I was quite astonished, as I am sure you can tell.
Therefore, my thoughts on the canteen are more positive. The food is quite tasty, it is also healthy, subsequently my diet has become more nutritious, although me getting food from the canteen so often has made a dent in my parents’ money (just kidding!)
Although the fact that there is no line is still bothersome. There are still some people that do not wait their turns, which can become quite tiresome for students but also the employees working at the canteen. Not to mention, the prices are still on the expensive side, such as the fruit salad being 12 AED is still astounding to me.
However, overall, I see no reason not to try food from the canteen if you want something new and fresh to broaden your food spectrum. I am glad that the school re-opened the canteen as I have been finally eating well and clean.
Academy of Excellence Awards Ceremony
By: Mariam Al Khyeli (Year 10)
The AOE event is a culmination of hard work and dedication, representing the highest levels of achievement in various fields. Members of the Academy of Excellence got the chance to explore the theme park, which later on turned into a private event. In addition, they also got to see some of the most talented and accomplished performers in the industry. The atmosphere was charged with excitement and anticipation as attendees eagerly awaited the announcement of the winners. The energy in the room was electric, and the air was thick with anticipation. When the winners were announced, the room erupted in cheers and applause as we celebrated Alishba and Raya, representing our own Al Ain Academy. It is a moment of pure joy and elation as the winners bask in the glow of their hard-earned recognition. It has brought joy to our faces, an opportunity to celebrate the achievements of others, and to be part of a community that values excellence. A chance to connect with like-minded individuals, network, and learn from the best and brightest in the field. All in all, attending the award ceremony was a truly inspiring and uplifting experience
Academy of Excellence Exhibition
By: Mariam Al Khyeli (Year 10)
Participating in an exhibition can be a great way to build your confidence and showcase your talents. It gives you the opportunity to present your work to others and receive feedback on your work. This can be a great way to learn about your strengths and weaknesses and to identify areas where you can improve. Additionally, participating in an exhibition can help you to develop your communication skills and learn how to present your ideas to others.
In the case of Al Ain Academy students, showcasing their work at Yas Mall was an amazing opportunity. It was a chance to display their creativity and hard work to a wider audience and receive valuable feedback. The exhibition allowed them to share their ideas and projects with others, which can be a rewarding experience in itself. It's also great as they had the opportunity to meet other students who share their interests and learn about different subjects. Overall, the exhibition was an excellent way for the students to gain confidence in their abilities and to showcase their talents to a wider audience.
Sultan Al Neyadi UAEU Space Call
By: Raya Khaled (Year 10)
The United Arab Emirates University (UAEU) achieved a momentous milestone in space exploration as they successfully established a live Space Call with astronaut Sultan Al Neyadi, who is currently aboard the International Space Station (ISS). This groundbreaking event marked an extraordinary opportunity for students and faculty to engage in a direct conversation with an astronaut in space, igniting the spark of curiosity and inspiring young minds towards a future in science and exploration.
The UAEU's campus was abuzz with anticipation as 450 eager students from our school filled the auditorium, the students energetic with excitement. The event was meticulously organised by the university, in collaboration with the UAE Space Agency, to provide a unique and educational experience for the attending students.
The Space Call, a first-of-its-kind initiative in the region, commenced with an awe-inspiring video presentation highlighting the UAE's remarkable achievements in space exploration, including the recent Mars mission. The presentation served as a testament to the nation's unwavering commitment to scientific progress and technological innovation.
As the moment arrived, the auditorium fell into a hushed silence, and the voice of Sultan Al Neyadi, floating more than 400 kilometres above Earth, filled the room. The students' faces lit up with joy and amazement as they realized they were truly speaking with an astronaut in space. The excitement was palpable, and the questions began pouring in.
The students posed a range of inquiries, spanning from technical aspects of life in space to personal experiences and reflections. They eagerly listened to Al Neyadi's responses, gaining insights into the daily routine of an astronaut, the challenges faced during space travel, and the breathtaking views of our planet from the ISS. His words resonated deeply with the young audience, fostering a sense of awe and inspiration.
The Space Call concluded with thunderous applause and a sense of immense pride. The attending students left the auditorium with a renewed passion for space exploration, a greater understanding of the UAE's role in this field, and a belief that they, too, can contribute to shaping the future of space science.
For the 450 students, this Space Call was an unforgettable experience that will forever be etched in their memories. It served as a catalyst for their dreams, fuelling their aspirations to reach for the stars and leave their mark on the world of space exploration.
Pop Culture Info
By: Raya Khaled (Year 10)
Movies/Films
Top 10 box office movies of 2023 so far:
The Super Mario Bros. Movie
Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3
Avatar: The Way of Water
Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse
The Little Mermaid
Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania
John Wick: Chapter 4
Creed III
Fast X
Puss in Boots: The Last Wish
Music
Top Albums 10 of 2023 so far:
THE HIGHLIGHTS: THE WEEKND
MIDNIGHTS: TAYLOR SWIFT
SOS: SZA
TRUSTFALL: PINK
HARRY'S HOUSE: HARRY STYLES
CURTAIN CALL - THE HITS: EMINEM
= : ED SHEERAN
DIAMONDS: ELTON JOHN
50 YEARS - DON'T STOP: FLEETWOOD MAC
GOLD - GREATEST HITS: ABBA
Random News
The Barbie Movie releasing in July caused a shortage of pink paint around the world.
Taylor Swift adds 50 international tour dates for her 'Eras Tour'.
Linda Hamilton joins 'Stranger Things' S5 cast.
Cormac McCarthy, author of Pulitzer Prize winning book 'The Road', passes age 89.
A 'Price is Right' contestant celebrated so hard, he dislocated his shoulder.
Minecraft Youtuber 'Dream' puts the mask back on. 'Never Have I Ever' comes to a close.
Books
Best books for teens (according to the internet):
https://www.buzzfeed.com/rachelstrolle/2023s-mostanticipated-young-adult-novels
https://www.seventeen.com/celebrity/g42127025/bestyoung-adult-books-2023/
https://www.popsugar.com/entertainment/ya-books2023-49050224
THANK YOU!
Thank you for reading our newsletter! We hope you have enjoyed the wonderful articles our students have collated.
See you in the next edition (next year). We can't wait to see you all back for a new academic year :)
