UAE leaders extend wishes to students returning to schools

President High Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and the Ruler of Dubai expressed wishes to students starting the new academic year.

The UAE President also extended his wishes to parents, teachers, and all those working in the education sector. 

"Education remains a cornerstone of our nation’s ongoing progress, supported by a comprehensive and advanced system that maximises learning, encourages cooperation between schools and families, and integrates knowledge, values, and strong character while promoting the responsible use of AI and new technology." the President said on X. 

The 2024-2025 academic year kicked off on August 26 and is set to end around June 28. However, the school year starts in April for Indian curriculum schools. Academic years may vary between schools, although cannot be less than 182 days, according to authorities.

As the new school year begins, I extend my best wishes to students, teachers, parents, and all those working in the education sector. Education remains a cornerstone of our nation’s ongoing progress, supported by a comprehensive and advanced system that maximises learning,…

— محمد بن زايد (@MohamedBinZayed) August 26, 2024

His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and the Ruler of Dubai posted a message to students wishing them well for the start of the new school year.

Posting on X he wrote: "The beginning of the school year... the beginning of a new life in our society... and the launch of an academic career for our children... and a new journey in the seas of science and knowledge for our students... We are optimistic about the beginning of the school year.. and we are optimistic about our schools that are full of our future cadres that we are counting on.. and we are optimistic about a new academic year that brings goodness, knowledge and prosperity to all of us, God willing."

بداية العام الدراسي .. بداية لحياة جديدة في مجتمعنا .. وانطلاقة لمسيرة علمية لأبنائنا .. ورحلة جديدة في بحور العلم والمعرفة لطلابنا ..

نتفاءل ببداية العام الدراسي .. ونتفاءل بمدارسنا المليئة بكوادرنا المستقبلية التي نراهن عليها.. ونتفاءل بعام أكاديمي جديد يحمل الخير والعلم… pic.twitter.com/MHkUg3Vehn

— HH Sheikh Mohammed (@HHShkMohd) August 26, 2024