2 weeks Ago By L N Mallick
L N Mallick The Next Generation (TNG) School marked a historic milestone on February 1, as it celebrated 15 years of excellence in quality education in Qatar. The anniversary event highlighted TNG’s legacy of academic innovation, community engagement, and a commitment to nurturing future leaders. CEO Shagufta Bakali delivered the opening remarks expressing heartfelt gratitude for the collective efforts of the TNG community.
“What began with humble aspirations has grown into a journey of achievements. Today’s milestone reflects the dedication and commitment of everyone involved, and we look forward to scaling even greater heights in the years to come,” Shagufta said, reflecting on the school’s growth since its founding in 2009. With remarkable confidence and boundless creativity, Young Explorers from the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) captivated the audience, leaving everyone in awe of their charm and enthusiasm.
Their delightful interaction on technology, futuristic concepts, robots, and space became the highlight of the event. They were followed by a captivating presentation by the Scouts and Girl Guides who showcased Qatar’s national identity, emphasising the country’s commitment to equality, justice, and prosperity. TNG Director Riyaz Ahmed Bakali delivered an insightful talk on ‘My Right to Become Wise’.
Elaborating on the idea, he said that in today’s world, intelligence is often measured in numbers, but what children truly need is wisdom, the ability to think critically, act ethically, and use knowledge for the greater good. He emphasised that at TNG, the focus is not only on nurturing intelligence but also on cultivating wisdom. “This commitment is evident in the fact that over the past 15 years, TNG students have consistently achieved top scores in Qatar and worldwide.
” The ceremony was graced by Ambassador of Pakistan to Qatar HE Muhammad Aamer, who was the chief guest. In his keynote address, the ambassador praised TNG’s firm commitment to education, saying, “Fifteen years of steadfast dedication to delivering quality education is an extraordinary achievement. This milestone stands as a testament to the vision, perseverance, and dedication of the school’s leadership and team members.
” During the Innovators’ Roundtable, primary students explored the theme ‘Shaping a Sustainable Future’. Winners of the 15th and 16th National Scientific Research competitions presented their award-winning projects: Sustainable & Affordable Cooling Pads and Managing E-Waste Through Responsible Interactive Whiteboard Disposal. The Youth Pioneers segment featured the entrepreneurial talent of secondary students.
The top four contestants presented innovative projects, with the winning project, Beeyond Plastic, receiving the Most Enterprising Award, presented by Daana Al Dafa, Director of Partnership & Business Development at Qatar Manpower Solutions, and Farhan Al Sheikh Al Sayed, a distinguished entrepreneur, and philanthropist. Special mementoes were presented to distinguished guests including HE Md Nazrul Islam, Ambassador of Bangladesh; and HE. Ridwan Hassan, Ambassador of Indonesia.
A key highlight of the event was a thoughtful and engaging panel discussion featuring TNG’s leadership, moderated by Principal Ailia Rizvi. The campus heads shared insights into the innovative strategies and initiatives they have implemented on their respective campuses. The Education Awards were conferred by TNG upon several distinguished entities in recognition of their exceptional partnerships and sustained impact on education.
Recipients included Expo 2023, accepted by Dr Fayeka Al Ashkanani; Sheikh Faisal Museum, represented by Mahmoud Saber; QD-SBG, received by Muthanna Al Rashwani; and Kidzania, acknowledged through Hela Guedoir. The prestigious Cambridge Outstanding Learners Awards were presented by HE Muhammad Aamer, TNG’s Senior Management Team, and Ian Cortez from the British Council. Ayaan Ali Pirzada was honoured as the top student in Qatar for Cambridge IGCSE Global Perspectives, Muhammad Ahmed Yasir achieved the highest distinction in Qatar for Cambridge IGCSE Islamiyat, and Anas Ali Khan secured third place in Qatar for Cambridge AS Level – Best Across Four.
TNG also honoured its team members with Long Service Awards, recognising those who have contributed five, 10, and 15 years of service to the school. CAO TNG Shahla Riyaz Bakali presented the vote of thanks and expressed sincere gratitude to the senior management team, campus leadership, teachers, administrative team members, support team members, parents, and community members for their steadfast dedication and collective efforts in earning TNG a continued success over the past 15 years. Copy 05/02/2025 10.
