Dear GAAQ Parents, Students and Teachers:

The time is soon approaching to celebrate the 95+ nationalities and ethnicities within our students, teachers, and parents!  In the past, this day has taken place on our school campus.  However, in response to national and school COVID-19 measures, we will take our United Nations (UN) celebration to videos and photos this year.

What is United Nations Day?  Historically, United Nations (UN) Day marks the anniversary of the birth of the UN Charter on October 24, 1945.  UN Day has traditionally been highlighted throughout the world with meetings, discussions, and exhibits about the achievements and goals of the organization.

At GEMS American Academy Qatar (GAAQ), UN Day is devoted to celebrating and acknowledging the power of diversity in our school community.  In the past, United Nations Day has been traditionally celebrated through music and dance, cultural performances, a parade of nations and country-specific stalls…