Excitement, joy as students head back to schools after a long vacation

Published: 2 September 2024

378,134 students enrolled in government and private schools resume their studies

Godwin Isaac K
Doha

As the sun rose over Doha on Sunday, it marked the end of more than two long months of summer holidays. The time had come for students across Qatar to wear their uniforms, pack their backpacks, and head back to school.

The excitement was palpable. Parents hurried to get their children on time, and the streets of Doha bustled with the familiar sight of school buses and cars filled with eager children.

Not only the students were eager to see their friends after the long break, the teachers were also excited for the start of the new academic year.

According to the Ministry of Education and Higher Education, 378,134 students enrolled in government and private schools headed back to schools yesterday.

Schools warmly welcomed students back and the school premises and classrooms were beautifully decorated, creating a festive atmosphere.

“It’s always a pleasure to meet our students after a vacation of two months with lots of eagerness to listen to their vacation stories and memories. As we embark to a new academic session, I wish all the students very fruitful and promising days ahead. Stay focused on your goals and strive for it,” said Ms. Druvi Vishnu, Teaching Faculty, Media & Publicity Coordinator, at Podar Pearl School.

The atmosphere inside the classrooms was buzzing with energy as the students were happy to see their friends and teachers.

“I missed my friends a lot, I was happy seeing everyone after such a long break. But once we started talking and catching up, it felt like we hadn’t been away at all. I’m looking forward to learning new things this year,” said Vasudev Sanil Kumar, a 7th-grade student from Newton International school
Parents, too, expressed their relief and satisfaction as it is always a bit stressful getting the kids back into the school routine after such a long break.

Meanwhile, the Traffic Department had rolled out an extensive plan to manage the expected surge in traffic. Recognizing the stress that often accompanies the first day, particularly around school zones, authorities had introduced a series of measures designed to keep traffic flowing smoothly and ensure the safety of students.

A local driver who passes a few schools as part of his work shared his experience: “The traffic was heavier than usual, and the roads were quite congested because many parents decided to drop their kids off on the first day. But I’m sure as the days go by, the congestion will ease.”