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The initiative, launched under the slogan "Science and Knowledge: Reason for Progress and the Foundation of Development," saw the participation of 45 private schools in the emirate, including students in grades 9, 10, and 11 across all curricula.
The initiative is based on selecting a book written by His Highness Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, and offering it to school students for reading and review.
The initiative aims to instil a culture of creativity and excellence in students and strengthen their connection to narrative, history, thought, and dialogue, which His Highness focuses on in his writings. It also aims to develop free reading skills within the school community and foster a spirit of competition among private school students within the targeted age group.
SPEA developed a comprehensive operational plan for the initiative, encompassing several integrated phases. It began with the launch and promotion phase within schools and across social media platforms, coinciding with the start of the second semester of the 2024-2025 academic year.
The initiative saw widespread participation, with 847 students participating in the internal school qualifiers.
The Authority was responsible for designing the competition questions and supervising the implementation of all phases, from announcing the conditions and participation mechanisms, to organising the preliminary competitions within schools, and finally culminating in the final qualifiers, which were conducted in the form of electronic tests. This aimed to enhance students' understanding of His Highness's thought and encourage them to read, think critically, and conduct scientific research.
Following these qualifiers, 90 students qualified for the final stage, which was held in May 2025 at the Sharjah Education Academy (SEA). The selection criteria included evaluating reading skills, comprehension, understanding, analysis, synthesis, and expressing opinions, with a focus on the positive values and attitudes the student acquired during their cognitive journey with the book, and the lessons learned from the thought of His Highness the Ruler of Sharjah.
The initiative's timeline reflected careful planning and implementation, as well as effective coordination between the various stakeholders, ensuring the smooth running of the initiative and achieving maximum interaction and benefit for all participants.
At the conclusion of the initiative, the Authority honoured the top ten winners during a ceremony held at the Authority's headquarters. Cash prizes and certificates of appreciation were presented in recognition of their excellence and distinction in the various stages of the competition. This honor was a culmination of their efforts in absorbing the book's content and expressing their ideas in a manner that reflects the cultural and intellectual awareness that the initiative aims to foster.
It is worth noting that this initiative falls within the strategic directions of the Sharjah Private Education Authority for the year 2025-2028, which seeks to develop the educational process by integrating cultural and cognitive values into curricula and initiatives, and encouraging free reading as a tool for building thought and raising awareness. The Authority also affirms its commitment to enhancing students' critical thinking and analytical skills through qualitative initiatives that stimulate comprehension and conscious expression, thus contributing to the formation of educated and aware generations capable of keeping pace with changes and contributing effectively to society. The Authority continues its efforts to provide a stimulating educational environment that promotes a culture of sustainable learning and consolidates Sharjah's position as a beacon of science and knowledge.
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