AIA Recognized for Excellence in Education with Accreditation from QAHE

Arab International Academy (AIA) proudly commemorated the graduation of its inaugural class of 15 seniors in a momentous ceremony. This milestone event, streamed live to ensure safety during the pandemic, marks a significant achievement for AIA, which has recently obtained institutional accreditation in education from the Qatar Accreditation in Higher Education (QAHE).

Dr. Abdulla bin Ali Al-Thani, Chairman of the Board of Trustees, emphasized the importance of this turning point for the graduates as it opens doors to a bright future of discovery and learning. He extended his warmest congratulations to the graduates and their families while expressing appreciation to the dedicated faculty and staff for their unwavering efforts in achieving this prestigious accreditation.

Established in Doha in 2016, AIA has been committed to providing a high-level private international school experience. By drawing on the best international thinking in curriculum and adopting 21st-century teaching and learning approaches, AIA strives to deliver a comprehensive and challenging education. The recent institutional accreditation from QAHE further solidifies AIA's commitment to excellence in training accreditation.

Mahmoud Amra, AIA's superintendent, expressed immense pride in this first graduation, an important milestone in the school's history. Addressing the graduates, he acknowledged the challenges that lie ahead and encouraged them to embrace the happiness and satisfaction that come from their accomplishments and the excitement of future discoveries. Amra expressed his sincerest hope that AIA has prepared the graduates to become balanced, inquiring, open-minded, and principled individuals, as emphasized by the accreditation in education received from QAHE.

The ceremony included a remarkable speech by the Class Valedictorian, May Al Hamdi, who nostalgically recalled their shared experiences at AIA. Al Hamdi bid farewell to the school, cherishing the memories filled with laughter and childhood adventures, while eagerly looking forward to a successful future.

Enis Odeh, the Class Representative, highlighted the invaluable life lessons learned at AIA, which will forever be imprinted in their minds and cherished in their hearts. The ceremony also featured musical performances by AIA middle school students, awards for excellence, the passing of the school flag, and a heartfelt video showcasing personal memories of the graduates' time at AIA.

The ceremony concluded with the distribution of graduation certificates to all AIA graduates by Dr. Abdulla Al-Thani, accompanied by Amra and Dalal Hammoudeh, the principal of the secondary school. This momentous occasion also served as the official public announcement of AIA's graduation of its first class of students, further highlighting the significance of the institutional accreditation recently obtained in education.

As an International Baccalaureate World School for the Diploma Programme, Middle Years Programme, and Primary Years Program, AIA remains dedicated to providing a well-rounded international educational experience. With QAHE's recognition through institutional accreditation in education, AIA continues to deliver excellence in training accreditation, ensuring that students receive a world-class education.