Doha, October 06 (QNA) - Qatar Foundation (QF) highlighted the key features of Pre-University Education Vision 2040, shedding light on the sector's key milestones and achievements during its Pre-University Education Forum, which served as a platform for dialogue and shared reflection on the future of education and learning across QF schools.
Coinciding with World Teachers' Day, the forum offers an opportunity to celebrate the vital role educators play in supporting and inspiring students, creating opportunities for learning and growth, and strengthening educational practices to respond to students' needs and aspirations.
The forum brought together teachers, students, school leaders, and practitioners from across Pre-University Education schools and institutions through a series of sessions, workshops, and discussions focused on exchanging experiences and exploring innovative educational ideas and practices with a meaningful impact inside and beyond the classroom.
The forum also provided an opportunity to reflect on achievements over the past year and share experiences and ideas as part of Pre-University Education Vision 2040, which aims to strengthen educational quality and respond to the needs of a rapidly changing world, while keeping identity, culture, and values at the heart of the student learning experience.
Speaking at the forum, QF's PUE President, Abeer Al Khalifa, affirmed that the future of education is charted not only by the knowledge provided to students, but also by the human values instilled in them that contribute to preparing them to become the changemakers of tomorrow.
She added that QF aspires to graduate students with a strong understanding of their identity and roots, equipped with critical-thinking skills and the ability to make responsible decisions, enabling them to contribute effectively to the progress of their communities and adapt to change while remaining grounded in their heritage and proud of their identity.
Al Khalifa noted that Vision 2040 represents a shared commitment to all students and a responsibility shared across the education community, emphasizing that exchanging the vision widely contributes to aligning collective efforts and strengthening awareness of the role each individual plays in shaping the future of education.
Al Khalifa further emphasized the central role teachers play in turning the vision into reality by designing meaningful learning experiences that contribute to building students' character, nurturing their curiosity and confidence, and empowering them to discover their strengths and reach their full potential.
The forum also announced the winners of the Pre-University Education Awards 2026, which recognize outstanding individuals and teams whose contributions have strengthened educational quality and enriched the experiences of students and teachers.
Mahmoud Mohammed Aladdasi of Qatar Leadership Academy received the Outstanding Teacher Award, while Lina Othman of Qatar Academy Msheireb received the Outstanding Practitioner Award. The Outstanding Student Award was presented to Jassim Mohammed Al Mossalam of Qatar Academy Msheireb.
The Ejadah Team from PUE Central Departments also received the Outstanding Team Award, while the Islamic Civilization Curriculum Team received the Curriculum Excellence Award.
The ceremony also recognized recipients of the Thana'a Professional Excellence accolade in recognition of their outstanding performance, dedication, and teamwork, which contributed to supporting the advancement of Pre-University Education at Qatar Foundation. (QNA)