UAE President Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed’s Message for New School Year
Abu Dhabi [UAE], August 26: President Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has recorded a special message to mark the start of the new academic year. He congratulated students, teachers and all those working in the education sector in a voice message broadcast today in schools across the UAE.
He emphasized the importance of collaboration between families and schools, explaining that coordination of roles between parents and teachers helps create the best environment for students to succeed.
The President also underlined that the values derived from the UAE’s rich heritage should be the compass that guides our behavior online and in our daily lives. He also highlighted the importance of responsible use of new technologies including artificial intelligence.
The text of the message delivered by the President (originally recorded in Arabic) reads:
“To all students, educators, teachers and workers in the education sector in the UAE, I wish you the best at the start of the new academic year.
First of all, I want all of you students to set a good example in your schools and homes by respecting and appreciating your teachers and parents.
You are the future of our nation, education is an essential part of the UAE’s development journey, now and in the future.
Technology and others have become powerful tools that can significantly enhance the educational experience, but it is important to use these tools responsibly and make the most of the opportunities they provide.
In this regard, I would like to underline the importance of cooperation between families and schools. Coordination between parents and teachers helps provide an environment that supports the success of our children.
We must also make it a priority to nurture and protect our values rooted in the heritage of the Emiratis. These values should always guide our actions online and offline.
I wish you success in the coming academic year. May God bless you all.”