ISG Superintendent's Message

ALLOCATING OUR LEARNING RESOURCES

At ISG, we are committed to providing exceptional student learning experiences and upholding the highest standards across our schools. This mission drives every decision we make, including our financial planning. Guided by a balanced budget approach, we strive to allocate resources effectively to maintain excellence while also ensuring long term viability. This means assessing our annual revenues and budget analysis carefully to make informed choices that align with our goals. Maintaining a sustainable budget allows us to not only meet our immediate financial needs but also to prepare for growth in the coming years.

We are also deeply committed to our talented educators and support staff, who are at the heart of our students’ success. We aim to attract and retain the highest caliber of teachers and professionals. This investment in people, as well as resources, supports ISG’s overarching goal to inspire innovation and nurture potential in every student.

In our budget planning we also consider what we need for enhancing our schools through updating learning spaces, capital projects and supporting new program development. Whether it’s investing in innovation and technology or refreshing our campus facilities through essential replacement cycles, we prioritize creating an environment that fosters well-rounded, modern education. Additionally, a comprehensive allocation of resources across our network ensures that each school receives the tools it needs to thrive, from classroom technology to learning support programs.

Thank you for your ongoing support and partnership as we advance our shared mission of excellence in education.

ISG DAMMAM TEDx EVENT

I would like to highlight the extraordinary TEDx Youth event that took place at ISG Dammam on October 10, and which was also featured in Arab News.

Our students showed exceptional oratory and presentation skills and we are very proud of each and every one of them.

Thank you to Nadia Fatima Iqbal and Betsey Hawkins and everyone at ISG Dammam who continuously go above and beyond to support their students' learning.

UNIVERSITY VISITS IN OCTOBER

At ISG, we are proud that our high school and senior school programs across all campuses provide robust support for students as they navigate their post-graduation pathways. Through individualized guidance and specialized resources, our dedicated school counselors and 6th form head run the University Preparatory Program, a unique initiative at ISG that equips students with the tools they need for university applications, career exploration, and informed decision-making for life after high school.

Our counselors work diligently to organize university visits to each of our campuses. During the month of October we had 12 university visits:

• Savannah College of Arts & Design (SCAD)
• St. George’s University (SGU) School of Medicine
• American University of Sharjah (AUS)
• University of Toronto (U of T)
• American University of Cairo (Egypt)
• Applied Science University (Jordan)
• Sorbonne University Abu Dhabi (UAE)
• American University of Dubai (UAE)
• RAK Medical and Health Science University (UAE)
• American University RAK (UAE), Sheridan College, (UAE)
• Sheridan College (UAE)

You can read more about those visits here. Please continue to check the ISG Hub for upcoming university visits.

U16 VOLLEYBALL JAMBOREE

Last weekend, our U16 volleyball teams gathered on the Dhahran campus for an exciting day of friendly competition at the ISG U16 Volleyball Jamboree. Boys' and girls' teams from each ISG campus played in a series of matches, honing their skills and teamwork in preparation for the upcoming SAIKAC tournaments.

The jamboree offered students a unique chance to connect with peers from other campuses, build their teamwork and strengthen their game strategies. While each team showed great pride in representing their school, it was wonderful to see friendships and camaraderie forming across the ISG community.

We’re incredibly proud of the dedication and sportsmanship shown by our players and look forward to cheering them on as they continue to grow, both as athletes and as team players.

SAVE THE DATES

Important Dates:

• November 14 - Student Minimum Day
• November 17 - School Holiday
• November 28 - School Holiday (Half Day)

College and University Visits:

• Find the latest information here.

2025 GRADUATION CEREMONIES

• ASD Graduation - May 22, 2025 - ASD Gym (18:00 - 20:00)
• BSD Leavers Ceremony (Graduation) - May 24, 2025 - BSD Gym (18:30-21:30)
• BSD Year 6 Leavers Ceremony - May 27, 2025 - BSD Gym (11:30-13:30)
• ISG Jubail Graduation - May 28, 2025 - Al Reem (17:30- 20:00)
• SVS Leavers Ceremony - May 29, 2025 - SVS Gym (13:30-14:30)
• ISG Dammam Graduation - May 29, 2025 - BSD Gym (17:00-20:00)

SCHOOL UPDATES

American School Dhahran

• Johns Hopkins Aramco HealthCare Breast Cancer Awareness.

• Compassion In Action Club Hosts Underclassmen Summit.

• ASD Celebrates Unity and National Bullying Prevention Month.

• Elementary Students Celebrate Spirit Week with Costumes and Creativity.

• University Visits at American School Dhahran.

British School Dhahran

• BSD Senior Enterprise Launch Inspires Future Entrepreneurs.

• Raising Awareness on Testicular Cancer in BSD Senior Assembly.

• University Visits at British School Dhahran.

ISG Dammam

• Unity Day Recognition with Core Values Assembly.

• High School Love Heals Campaign.

• Elementary School Student Council Elections.

• Spirit Week at ISG Dammam.

• Speak Out Training for Elementary School.

• University Visits at ISG Dammam.

ISG Jubail

• Building Community Through Fun: A Middle School Student Council Event.

• Exploring Old Mesopotamia at ISG Jubail Middle School.

• Embracing Minimalism: The Power of Letting Go.

• ISG Jubail U16 Volleyball Teams Participate in Jamboree.

• ISG Jubail Students Engage with University Representatives.

• ISG Jubail Middle School Talent Show Celebrates Integrity.