As part of the precautionary measures against COVID-19, Qatar Foundation’s Pre-University Education is hosting summer camp ‘Mukhayamna’ online for the first time.

‘Mukhayamna’ is set to take place from  5 – 30 July featuring a series of fun and exciting educational activities for school children of all ages.

As Qatar Foundation is taking all the necessary precautions in the fight against COVID-19, Ms. Abeer Al-Khalifa, Executive Director, Academic Affairs, Pre-University Education (PUE) said: “This year, because of the pandemic, we have decided to host our summer camp virtually, we will go ahead with the digital platform as we are dedicated to creating a safe, happy, and secure space for our participants.”

PUE has teamed up with several local entities to deliver this year’s camp, including the Supreme Committee for Delivery & Legacy, Hamad Bin Khalifa University, Texas A&M University at Qatar, the Museum of Islamic Art, Qatar Scientific Club, Doha Film Institute, and Qatar National Library.

The comprehensive program, open to children from age 5-18, will include language lessons, Model United Nations activities, musical theatre classes, design, creative writing, technology, STEM, sports, and art sessions.

Ms. Al-Khalifa said: “We are looking forward to welcoming students to this year’s camp. Every year, alongside our academic activities, we strive to promote a range of other skills, such as leadership, teamwork, and creativity, while building personal success.

“And this year, we are also offering special classes for gifted students through a specially-designed program which will help these young people excel and encourage them to shine.”

The courses will be delivered by teachers from across the QF schools, including Qatar Academy Doha, Qatar Academy Al Khor, Qatar Academy Al Wakra, Qatar Academy Sidra, Qatar Academy Msheireb, Qatar Academy for Science and Technology, and The Learning Center. 

Ms. Al-Khalifa concluded “We have no doubt that this year’s edition is going to be a great success, and encourage interested members of the community to register,”

To register for the camp, or to find out more information, visit: mukhayamna.qfpue.org/home

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