During the month of October, BIS Abu Dhabi have been celebrating Black History Month in line with the UK’s timings of the celebration.
The students have been emersed in learning linked to their current topics and have been delving into influential and inspirational Black People who have shaped our world in various ways. This month has also been dedicated to how we can make our world better. We have been discussing issues around equality, diversity and fairness. Each week, classes have been discussing a variety of questions such as:
“Why is it good to be different?”
And
“Is the world fairer today that it used to be?”
These questions have generated discussion, not just with our students, but also with our staff about the rich diversity of our school and the curriculum we teach.
The month has been celebrated with amazing displays of work around school, we have seen classes showcase their knowledge and learning by decorating classroom doors and corridors. Some classes have specifically focused on one person, whereas others have allowed the students to select their inspirational person and allowed them to explore their life. Students have enjoyed visiting the libraries to select and read inspiring and educational texts from black authors. The school has been awash with amazing work and decorations linked with Black History Month. Teaching staff and students have also been delivering assemblies – Year 6 particularly enjoyed their assembly led by one of our CAS students.
As a school we are always looking to move forward and develop, and this year has been a much bigger celebration of Black History Month than the last. We are always looking to grow and improve, and next year we are hoping to embed this work within our curriculum even more, not just over the month of October, but looking at how we can embed it consistently throughout the year.
As was said by Thurgood Marshall on recognising the importance of every human being:
“In recognizing the humanity of our fellow beings, we pay ourselves the highest tribute.”
On Wednesday, 20th November, our school community came together to celebrate and acknowledge World Children's Day, with this year’s theme on ‘The Future Changed Child’. The day began with a powerful moment of unity, as we gathered onto the school field to form a large "WCD" for a group photo, while our Primary School students sang *‘We Are the World’* under the direction of Miss. Keane on the piano and Mr. Quigley orchestrating away. This heartfelt performance highlighted the spirit of collaboration and hope for a brighter future for children everywhere.
In an increasingly interconnected world, Third Culture Kids (TCKs) stand out as true citizens of the globe. These remarkable individuals grow up immersed in diverse cultures, often living outside their parents’ home country, which shapes them in unique ways.
Nord Anglia Education’s latest INSIGHTS article delves into the fascinating lives of TCKs, exploring their strengths, challenges, and the crucial role schools and parents play in supporting them. Adding a personal touch to this global discussion, our very own BIS Abu Dhabi parent, Sobia, shares her experience of raising three TCKs in Abu Dhabi. Her reflections bring a heartfelt perspective to the complexities of identity, belonging, and resilience.
This week, BIS Abu Dhabi joined the global celebration of World Children’s Day, a day dedicated to raising awareness of children’s rights and empowering young people to share their voices. Marking the adoption of the Convention on the Rights of the Child, the day serves as a reminder that children’s rights are universal, non-negotiable, and essential for building a better future.
This month, I had the privilege of delivering assemblies alongside Sajid Latif to our Secondary students on the important topic of neurodiversity and hidden disabilities. This subject is particularly close to my heart and is a key focus within our EDIB (Equality, Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging) framework.
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