We are sharing with you the draft for the 2023-2024 school year calendar, awaiting ADEK approval. As you may be aware, in addition to 182 instructional days, there were some specific requirements that needed to be met, including a 3-week spring break and an option for a 2- or 3-week mid-winter break.

After careful consideration, we decided on a 2-week mid-winter break, which will allow for more instructional time in the first semester and help ensure that the end of the year is not extended, leading to down time, lack of commitment and meaningful instruction.

We understand that this decision may have an impact on some of your personal plans, but believe that it is in the best interest of our students and overall academic success at GAA.

We appreciate your understanding and cooperation as we work together to provide the best education for our students.

Congratulations to GAA students who competed in an international figure-skating competition in Al Ain last weekend, organized by Emirates Skating Club:

🏆 Rama Hashem, Grade 2 - Gold medal for “Interpretative Duet” and Silver for “Solo”

🏆 Shamma Almazrouei, Grade 6 - Gold medal for “Solo”

Dear Parents and Guardians, 

If you missed the May 5th Annual General Meeting of GAAPA Annual General Meeting please see below presentation.

For financial report, please feel free to contact GAAPA Co-Chairs at gaa.parentsteam@gmail.com

Flore and Kausar

GAAPA Co-Chairs

“WOLFPACK WALK & PARTY IN THE PLAZA”

… The last one before the summer!

PLEASE come join Team AngelWolf for some free, active, community-inclusive fun! 

A community-inclusive 1.5km walk followed by watching community-inclusive performances (by performers with and without disabilities ‘together’). 

Venue: The Sustainable City, Dubai

• Meet  in the BIG GREEN FIELD behind the plaza.

• Parking near Zoom & the mosque.

Date: 13th May, SATURDAY

Timings: 15.45 - 18.00

• 15.45: Meet

• 16.00-1700: Community inclusive 1.5km walk

• 17.00-18.00 Watch inclusive performances by local talented performers on the stage in the field

Free giveaways gifts with lots of fun challenges and games!

PLEASE  join us and spread the word - open to everyone, whatever your age or ability (for people with and without disabilities ‘together’)… no need to reserve places, just turn up; it is a free, open activity!

 A time to celebrate community togetherness, sameness and connections!

 #InclusiveImpactivity

If your child missed official school photoshoot by Stu Williamson Photography, they will be at the Cloud Space Business Center, Level 1, Town Square, Yas Mall, Abu Dhabi on the following dates: 

• 19th May 

• 28th May

There is no charge for booking and the photos will be online after the shoot and can be purchased at our standard school photo rates. 

Slots are limited and get booked up quickly!

Please find the details on the flyer and a booking link below: www.stu.ae/abu-dhabi-catchup-sibling-shoot-2022-2023

Dear GAA Parents and Guardians,  

We are aiming to expand our existing pool of supply teachers in both Primary and Secondary schools for the coming school year.  Supply Teachers are hired on an ad hoc basis in the instance of staff absence. This is an excellent opportunity for an enthusiastic and passionate educator to be a part of our amazing community. To be considered for this role, applicants must have a degree in education or a recognized teaching qualification and have a spouse or father-sponsored visa.  

If you or someone you know is interested in this role, please send your CV to info_gaa@gemsedu.com and write “SUPPLY TEACHER ROLE” in the subject line. We look forward to hearing from you!

• May 16-17: Applied Islamic Exhibition by Middle School

• May 17: Digital Music Class showcase @6pm GAA Planetarium

• May 18: Recital by secondary students @6pm Secondary Library

• May 19-20: Used Book Sale by GAA Parent Association

• May 25: Sports Gala for Grade 9-12 Athletes @5:30pm

• May 29: Senior Graduation Rehearsal

• May 30: Senior Graduation @Zayed University

• May 29 - June 2: Teacher Appreciation Week by GAA Parent Association

• June 13-14: KG2 Promotion Ceremonies

• June 13: PYP Exhibition by Grade 5 @4:30pm

• June 15: Grade 5 Promotion Ceremony @1pm

• June 16: Grade 8 Promotion Ceremony @8am

• June 26: LAST DAY OF SCHOOL