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Contents
Student of the Month
Teacher of the Month
Math UKMT
Math Integration Bee
Performing
Arts
Dubai School Games

Childrens Mental Health Week

Leavers Breakfast
JC Class Reps
Inclusion
Annie
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We are deeply saddened by the passing of His

Highness Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan,
President of the United Arab Emirates. On behalf of
the Varkey family, the Varkey Foundation and all at
GEMS Education, we extend heartfelt condolences to
the people of the UAE and mourn with the Arab and
Islamic nations. May his soul rest in peace.
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The Varkey family, the Varkey Foundation and all

GEMS Education, congratulate His Highness Sheikh
Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan on his election as
the President of the United Arab Emirates.
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Student of the Month

Khadijah Mohsin 7G1
Khadijah has had a wonderful start to her journey in Jumeirah College. She has been most enthusiastic, eager and
engaged in all that is on offer in Jumeirah College. Khadijah has an integral role in organizing the Diwali
celebrations earlier this year in the college. She was predominantly involved in the organization and construction
of the dress for the Green Fashion show in Term 2. She also made bracelets for the support staff in appreciation
for their hard work and dedication in serving our community. Khadijah embodies the JC values of positivity,
kindness and integrity. We are so proud to have Khadijah in our Year group. Well done, keep up the great work!

Ammara Rahman 8M1

Ammara has a very positive attitude to her learning and impact on others. She is a diligent student who has
embraced the values of Jumeirah College with vigour and enthusiasm. Ammara makes effective and meaningful
contributions to her lessons and form time. Well done, Ammara.

Maira Gupta 9F2

This month’s student of the month for Year 9 is Maira Gupta. Maira has a positive attitude, excellent work ethic
and she is always punctual. Maira works exceptionally hard both in and out of lessons and was recently awarded
a Certificate of Excellence in the in the KenkKen International Award Ceremony. Maira displays so many of the JC
values and is a very deserving winner of the May student of the month.

Namisha Batheja 10M2

Namisha continues to thrive academically as well as upholding many leadership responsibilities. I have been
particularly impressed with her efforts in organising the ‘JC TedX talks event’. She has shown herself to be a
model student and the younger year groups as well as her teachers see her in high regard. Well done Namisha on
such an outstanding year.

Noura Herzallah 11F2

Kind, selfless, determined and hardworking, Noura has stood out this month as a student who has gone above
and beyond when preparing for her GCSEs and balancing her academics with her personal life. Teachers sing
nothing but praise for Noura as she consistently puts in 100% into everything that she does, and does so with
politeness and a smile. Noura is an exemplary student who should be proud of her achievements so far – well
done Noura!

Harsh Vithlani 12S1

Student of the month for Year 12 in Harsh Vithlani 12S1. I would like to compliment him on working extremely
hard in securing a place on Kings College London summer program. Harsh has been working tirelessly to shape
his personal statement in preparation for his university applications come the Autumn Term. Well done for being
proactive in your approach and best of luck on the summer program.

Khwaab Kapoor 13S2

Yearr 13 student of the month is Khwaab Kapoor 13S2. Khwaab has had a positive attitude during form time and
towards her academic studies. In addition to her academic excellence she consistently brings her positive energy
into the 13S2 form every day. Well done Khwaab!
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Last month students from Year 8, 7 and 6 (from JPS) took part in the most
popular Mathematics event on the JC Calendar, the UKMT Mathematics
Challenge. Pupils must solve complex numerical problems within a time
limit, to accumulate as many points as possible. After a long wait, the
results have been made available and we proudly share our impressive
results table:

I’d like to congratulate all who took part, and make special mention of the
best achievers in each year group:
Year 6: Jahaan Ramchandani
Year 7: Kareem Sbeih (Best in School!)
Year 8: Aashi Bansal

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Inesh won the first ever JC integration bee.

Students had 5 mins to completesome
complex integrals in a knock out round
format. Well done to Inesh.
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Students filmed their Trinity Drama

Exams. Students have gone above
and beyond, dedicating their own
time during lunch to work on their
material. It has been Ms. Pegna
pleasure to direct and support
them through the process, and we
have no doubt that there will be a
sprinkling of distinctions coming
their way. Watch this space...
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Well done to the students who

took part in the Performing
Arts improv evening.
Ms. Pegna is so proud of you!
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Well done Mihir on

winning a silver
medal in the U15 at
Dubai School
Games.
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Children's
Mental
Health Week
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The "Moms of 2022

Graduates"prepared a
wonderful leavers
breakfast for Year 13
students. Thank you
for the memories
Moms.
#JCMOM
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JC CLASS REPS

As we approach the end of the year, we would like to thank

the JC class reps for all their amazing help and support.
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