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n Tuesday, July 28th 2020, The International Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President
OSchool of Choueifat Dubai, held a Farewell and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai,
Ceremony to celebrate our Grade 12 students at may God bless him for his vision and for keeping us
the spectacular Dubai Opera. Given the current safe during these difficult times.
restrictions, and in the interest of the health and On behalf of all Grade 12 students, Maria Salgado
safety of the attendees, the Farewell Ceremony and Mariam Hassan paid a heartfelt tribute to all of the
was held over two sessions to reduce the number of mothers and fathers, guardians and parental figures
attendees in the venue at one time, and to practice in the Senior students’ lives. Expressing gratitude
social distancing in an optimal way. and sincerity, their thoughtful words touched their
This very special Ceremony opened with the fellow students and audience members and many
playing of the National Anthem of the United Arab were overcome with emotion.
Emirates, followed by words of congratulations from Mr. Hisham Hassan, the School Director of ISC
Mr. Victor Saad, The Vice President of the SABIS Dubai, praised the spirit of determination that kept
Foundation. Mr Saad congratulated the students on the Seniors 2020 on the path of success despite the
not only succeeding, but thriving despite the great difficulties that this particular group faced. Mr Hassan
challenges that they faced during their final months encouraged the Senior students to continue to dream
of high school. big and to aleays challenge themselves. As Mr
Pre-recorded speeches by Senior students Alia Hassan said “ Nothing is impossible.” He reminded
Barakat, Ahmed Mostafa, Ahmed Dawood, Giselle them that ISC Dubai will always be proud of them and
De Lima, Christian Cacciatore, and Shaza Yousef welcome them back with open arms as it will always
were broadcast to the delight of their fellow students be their home away from home.
and guests, during which they thanked the school The Farewell Ceremony concluded with a video
administration and teaching staff for their patience, of some of the beautiful, memorable moments that
care and effort over the years. Most importantly they we captured of our Seniors 2020 on their last days
were grateful to the school for instilling in them a love at school. It was bittersweet and smiles were mixed
of learning and the desire to improve and grow. with tears as this final chapter of their journey at ISC
The Senior students also thanked Sheikh Dubai came to an end.