Exhibiting excellent communication skills and demonstrating strong knowledge base, students from six schools won individual laurels and group awards at the recently concluded Youth Leadership Programme (YLP) at the Next Generation School (TNG).
Participating in brainstorming sessions in Mathletics, House of Words, debates, extempore, quiz and fun interactive talk shows, the students competed in theme-based sessions on diverse subjects.
Newton British Academy, Newton International School, Olive International School, Pearl School, Doha British Academy and Global Academy actively participated in the event.
The winning schools in different categories were awarded shields and medals of appreciation at the closing ceremony organised recently at TNG Ain Khalid campus.
Dr Saif Ali al-Hajari, the founder and Chairman of the Center for Friends of the Environment, was the chief guest at the occasion.
“I am proud to say that today we achieved towering success; with [the participation of] 2,000 parents, 1,000 students, 160 teachers, 50 classrooms and 4 campuses and we stand united on a single goal of quality education,” said Principal TNG Qudsia Asad during her speech to the audience.
She added that the impact of the Youth Leadership Programme will resonate for “years” and will in future serve as a platform for the wide community in Doha.
In the Year III Mathletics, Newton International School secured the first position followed by Doha British School and Olive International taking the second and third positions, respectively. In Year IV Mathletics, Doha British School got the first position, followed by Newton British Academy and Pearl School.
Year V House of Words first position was secured by Doha British School followed by Pearl School and Newton International School.
Newton International School got the first position in the Year VI category of the House of Words, followed by Doha British School.
In the Year VII, VIII & IX Potpourri event, Newton International School was invited to participate in the debates, extempore and quiz rounds with TNG students. TNG students participated in all the events to keep the spirit of competition only.
Shields were presented to the winning schools’ representatives. Speaking at the occasion, TNG CEO Shagufta Bakali congratulated the winning schools and thanked all the participating schools and students.
“I am overwhelmed at the response we have received for our third Youth Leadership Programme. The participation of other schools and their willingness to unite with us in this mission of instilling leadership in students has been very encouraging,” said Bakali.
“The extracurricular activities and academic programmes in TNG have always motivated our students to create a balance and be confident in accomplishing their tasks. Such events and programmes build confidence in students,” she added.
Prominent achievers in different fields of life were invited to speak at the occasion. The speakers included Emad al-Khaja, CEO of Injaz Qatar; Dr Shaukat Chandna, co-founder of Qatar Center for Career Development (QCCD); Ziyad Rahim, multiple Guinness World record holder marathon runner and motivational speaker; and Riyaz Ahmed Bakali, the Director of TNG.
Dr al-Hajari said, “To be a leader you have to follow the message of Islam. In this technological advanced generation, today the responsibility comes heavy on the shoulders of the family to overcome the gap, understand the children and provide them resources to make them leaders of tomorrow.”
Individuals were also recognised for their services with ‘Education Awards’. Dr al-Hajari presented a shield to Brigadier Abdullah Khalifah al-Muftah for his various educational and safety programmes in the Ministry of Interior.
Injaz CEO Emad al-Khaja was presented with a shield for promoting the junior achievement programmes that prepares students for the workforce.
Idrees Anwar, Managing Director Khayarin Group, and Jamal Nasir, Managing Director AMICO, were awarded for their selfless contribution in education through Pakistan Welfare Forum.
Guest speakers Dr Shaukat Chandna, Fawad Rana, Ziyad Rahim and Emad al-Khaja were also honoured with shields as a token of appreciation.
The third Youth Leadership Programme 2016 spanned over a week. Students from different schools and age groups got the opportunity to use their knowledge based on various subjects and exhibit outstanding leadership skills.
The purpose of the programme was to inculcate leadership skills in the students from a younger age so that they can overcome challenges in the practical world. Organising such events where students demonstrate their skills and talents has been the core strategy of TNG’s education model, says the school.
Dr Saif Ali al-Hajari presenting Education Award to Idrees Anwar.
