Bahrain
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AHIS promotes academic development through a broad range of activities that build written and oral communication in Arabic and English. Throughout the year students participate in research tasks, presentations, field trips, and reading, spelling and writing competitions. AHIS courses include computers, health, art, music, drama, and physical education; these classes are taught by certified staff and designed to enrich students' self-confidence and creativity. Extracurricular programs such as Model United Nations and other global programs supplement classroom learning by developing research, analysis, and presentation skills.
Art, music, and drama are part of the core AHIS curriculum and are taught by certified staff. These subjects foster creativity and self-expression and are supported by dedicated facilities. AHIS emphasizes creative development as a component of a well-rounded education.
Bilingual communication in Arabic and English is a focus, with Arabic language included in the curriculum. Programs such as Future Arab Leaders and Model United Nations provide opportunities to develop bilingual communication skills and engage with global communities. The Model United Nations program is linked to UNESCO and emphasizes diplomacy and global understanding.
There are extensive opportunities to participate in school clubs and student-led activities. The high school profile lists MUN, YLC (Young Leaders Council), BYE (Bahrain Young Entrepreneurs), and Student Council as avenues to develop leadership and social engagement. Model United Nations also provides a forum for teamwork and debate as part of AHIS's global programs.
The Junior Ambassadors Conference focuses on child rights, citizenship, and health, education, and safety topics. Participants engage with communities and policy discussions to advocate for youth needs. The program links students with broader global citizenship initiatives within AHIS's global programs.
Future Arab Leaders develops leadership and social skills and bilingual communication through experiential simulations and current-events discussions. Model United Nations builds diplomacy, research, policy-writing, and public-speaking abilities. Young Leaders Council and Bahrain Young Entrepreneurs, along with Student Council, provide ongoing leadership and entrepreneurship opportunities.
Life Skills programs provide age-appropriate modules with names like CARE, BEST, DARE, and REACH to promote values such as caring, bravery, self-confidence, discipline, responsibility, and accountability. AHIS describes a safe, nurturing environment with a dedicated staff supporting students' development across academic life and activities. The program emphasizes wellbeing, organization, and healthy study habits through ongoing guidance.