Academic Priority

Grades 6-12

Ensuring Additional Support for All Students. 

This academic year we are launching a new support initiative for all students at GIS. Academic Priority is a system of academic support for students that they can access in addition to their regular classes across all departments.

Each department holds a session once a week. The exact timings and locations for each department can be found on the Academic Priority Schedule posted below. This is also available on ManageBac.

Academic priority is staffed by teachers from the departments, ensuring that students have access to the teachers they need. Any student who needs additional support, has a question or just wants to discuss a particular topic is welcome at Academic Priority. There are no fixyed topics for a session. The teacher will provide support based on the individual student’s needs on a particular day.

In addition, teachers make themselves available to any student who needs support whenever possible. We are looking forward to the impact Academic Priority will have on our students progress and attainment. 

Please see below for the Term 3 schedule. 

French

Grade 6

Exploring how “Rituals and play take different forms and meanings while connecting people.”

Eid Al Adha

Eid al-Adha is one of the two most significant festivals in Islam and is celebrated annually on the 10th of Dhul-Hijjah, the twelfth and final month of the Islamic calendar. Known as the "Festival of Sacrifice," Eid al-Adha honors the unwavering faith and obedience of Prophet Ibrahim (Peace Be Upon Him).

According to Islamic tradition, Prophet Ibrahim had a dream in which Allah commanded him to sacrifice his beloved son, Ishmael. As he prepared to carry out the command in complete submission to Allah’s will, Allah intervened and provided a ram to be sacrificed instead, signifying that Ibrahim had passed the test of faith.

The day begins with a special congregational Eid prayer held in mosques and open grounds, followed by joyful gatherings, meals, and celebrations with family and friends. A central aspect of the festival is the act of Qurbani (sacrifice), where Muslims who are able offer an animal such as a goat, sheep, or cow. The meat is then distributed among family, friends, and those in need, reflecting the values of charity, compassion, and community.

Eid al-Adha also coincides with the completion of the Hajj pilgrimage, the fifth pillar of Islam. Each year, millions of Muslims from around the world gather in the holy city of Makkah to fulfill this once-in-a-lifetime obligation, if they are physically and financially able.

May this blessed occasion bring peace, joy, and unity to all.
Eid Mubarak from GIS!

Creative Writing Club

Grades 6-1

Students from Grades 6 to 10 showcased their imagination and storytelling skills in the Creative Writing Club Competition, thoughtfully organized by Merishka Maharaj, our Head Student Leader for the Creative Writing Club. This event encouraged students to express themselves through short stories exploring meaningful themes such as mental health, courage, friendship, identity, and fantasy.

The competition served as a rich learning opportunity, using fiction as a powerful way to promote empathy and awareness. The quality of entries impressed the judging panel, who commended the creativity and depth demonstrated in each piece.

A huge congratulations to our winners:
1st Place: Suzan Hemeda
2nd Place: Youngmin Kim
3rd Place: Yuvni Mutha

Well done to all participants for sharing your inspiring stories with us!