The PTA, in coordination with the Senior Service leaders group, Animal Aces, will be running an animal welfare awareness campaign throughout the school this month.
The campaign will kick off with an Animal Welfare Coffee Morning on Tuesday 17th April at 8:00am.
During the coffee morning, students will highlight the plight of Abu Dhabi's stray cats and the amazing work of some of the volunteer groups who manage the problem. The volunteer groups are self-funded, and are in desperate need of support. By us raising money to buy them cat food we would enable the groups to focus their finances on neutering the strays, the most humane way of managing the problem. There will be a prize draw on the 17th of April, with tickets available to purchase at 20D HS each. Every 57 DHS raised will buy 7KG's of cat biscuits!
In addition, from the 29th of April to the 3rd of May, there will be a competition for which class can bring in the most boxes of cat food. Collected boxes will be distributed directly to the animal welfare groups for their feeding and neutering program.
Please help us support these great local volunteer groups this month for this very worthy cause.
BIS Abu Dhabi PTA
I was really touched by Áine’s newsletter piece last week, posing the question: ‘What would I tell my younger self?’
I spent some time afterwards thinking about my own parenting journey, and what it’s all been about, now that my two are adults and have ‘flown the nest’. Parenting isn’t easy for any of us, and that’s true even if you’re an experienced school leader – at home, I’m just Dad.
You might have seen the trend going around - “If I could tell my younger self one thing…” - a moment to reflect, to offer advice we wish we’d heard earlier, or to remind ourselves of what truly matters.
As students prepare to cross some of the biggest milestones in school life, it feels like the perfect time to pause and join in that conversation. But it’s not just our students who are preparing — so are we, as parents. These milestones don’t just belong to them. We’re living every part of it too: the anticipation, the pride, the nerves, and the quiet hopes. Sometimes, it’s the hardest thing in the world — to watch them take these big steps, to stay strong when they wobble, to let go just a little more. It’s a milestone for us as much as it is for them — and we’re walking it together.
Finding the right school for your child is a big decision. Whether you’re new to Abu Dhabi, transitioning from another school, or simply looking for the best fit, we know it can feel overwhelming. At The British International School (BIS) Abu Dhabi, we’re here to make that journey as smooth and reassuring as possible. From your very first enquiry to your child’s first day (and beyond), we’ll be with you every step of the way. This article tackles the key concerns families face when transitioning to a new school, offering clear insights into our admissions process to ensure a smooth and informed journey.
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