UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan held a special reception to honour school top scorers from across the country at Qasr Al Bahr in Abu Dhabi.
During the ceremony, Sheikh Mohamed congratulated the Grade 12 students for their achievements, commending them as a source of pride not only for them and their families but also for the nation.
His Highness described their achievements as an important milestone in building their futures and contributing to the progress and prosperity of the UAE.
Sheikh Mohamed added that the students' success is the result of their consistent hardwork, adding that ambition has no limits for those who believe in themselves.
His Highness reaffirmed the UAE’s commitment to developing an inclusive education system that reflects its forward-looking vision, keeps pace with global advancements in learning and technology and enhances the country’s global competitiveness by preparing national talent equipped with knowledge, values, and strong moral character.
He also praised the vital role played by families and education professionals, including teachers and administrators, as well as their dedication and collaboration in creating a supportive learning environment that enables students to excel academically.
The students were accompanied by their parents and a number of senior education officials.
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