Doha, October 07 (QNA) - Qatar Foundation's Pre-University Education held its annual forum as part of the World Teachers' Day celebrations, honoring the dedication of teachers and educators.

The event not only highlighted the achievements and milestones within the educational community but also showcased the inspiring experiences and success stories of graduates.

The event also marked the launch of Qatar Foundation's (QF) Pre-University Education Strategy 2040. It further featured a range of engaging segments, where students and graduates – including sponsored staff through the Al Masar program under Pre-University Education, who joined QF schools in the current academic year – shared testimonials highlighting their experiences on both their academic and professional journeys.

The program included an awards ceremony honoring outstanding teachers and students in recognition of their contributions, alongside interactive activities that encouraged the sharing of experiences. An accompanying exhibition provided a platform to showcase educational initiatives and student innovations, highlighting the diversity and creativity within the educational system.

On this occasion, President of QF's Pre-University Education (PUE) Abeer Al Khalifa said: "As we celebrate Teachers' Day, we extend our deepest appreciation and respect to every teacher in our family. You are the ones who turn challenges into opportunities, ideas into creativity, and who make a difference every day in the minds of our students. Through your contributions, promising generations are built; through your efforts, our ambitions are renewed and our aspirations are achieved.

"This year, we celebrate educational achievements that reflect our commitment to innovation and to responding to the needs of our community. Among the most notable are the launch of the Islamic Civilization Curriculum to strengthen our students’ sense of identity and belonging, the academic expansion projects at Qatar Academy Sidra and Renad Academy to meet the growing demand for school places, as well as the integration of the Military Secondary School with Qatar Leadership Academy, a strategic step that reflects our partnership with the Ministry of Defense."

"Our gathering coincides with the 30th anniversary of QF, three decades of dedication, achievement, excellence, innovation, and leadership. This milestone inspires us and provides renewed strength as we shape the features of the Pre-University Education 2040 strategy."

"Through this strategy, we aim to build an integrated educational system that fosters the holistic growth of learners, instills in them a love for lifelong learning and pride in their identity and local culture, while enabling them to excel in a rapidly changing world. We also place great importance on teachers and experts, as role models within an inclusive and innovation-driven learning environment, and as essential partners in this inspiring journey, a key factor in realizing its vision, achieving its goals, and turning it into a tangible reality."

Al Khalifa concluded her remarks on the Pre-University Education 2040 strategy by saying: "We reaffirm our deep commitment to protecting the Arabic language, strengthening identity, and instilling pride in local culture, through long-term partnerships at both the regional and global levels." (QNA)