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On February 11 and 12th, ABA is heading to the Muscat Marathon. We are looking for community members to join our team. Over two days, 7 race distances, you have lots of choices as to what distance you.
The latest happenings in and around ABA.
![Mother Language Program (MLP) relaunches on 21st November 2021]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1636623499/abaomaneduom/unnf5h0ypbl36b1idw4m/Nelson1.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1636623499/abaomaneduom/unnf5h0ypbl36b1idw4m/Nelson1.png","width":327}])
After the positive feedback we received from the Native Language survey sent to you last month,
![ABA NEWS - Episode 1]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1635851452/abaomaneduom/vsmoii8z0qdzxbodtgn7/Screenshot2021-11-02150934.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1635851452/abaomaneduom/vsmoii8z0qdzxbodtgn7/Screenshot2021-11-02150934.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1635851452/abaomaneduom/vsmoii8z0qdzxbodtgn7/Screenshot2021-11-02150934.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1635851452/abaomaneduom/vsmoii8z0qdzxbodtgn7/Screenshot2021-11-02150934.png","width":1022}])
ABA News is a video channel where the students can feature the activities in our school and the accomplishment of our ABA community through social media and the school website.
![Meet Dr. Barker our Middle School Principal]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1634719262/abaomaneduom/larhhmsmqaptzm0oq2zs/CopyofDRMEGELPHD.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1634719262/abaomaneduom/larhhmsmqaptzm0oq2zs/CopyofDRMEGELPHD.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1634719262/abaomaneduom/larhhmsmqaptzm0oq2zs/CopyofDRMEGELPHD.png","width":800}])
Learn more about our Middle School Principal.
![Lots of Action in our Fine Arts Department]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1634625013/abaomaneduom/adxv5z3rmzdp0tqvfoad/FineArts-1.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1634625013/abaomaneduom/adxv5z3rmzdp0tqvfoad/FineArts-1.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1634625013/abaomaneduom/adxv5z3rmzdp0tqvfoad/FineArts-1.png","width":800}])
Our Fine Arts Department is up and running with afterschool groups and theatre productions.
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At the beginning of the new academic year, all the students were quite anxious and nervous about being back in the class after being away from school for so long. They all had many stories and experiences to share.
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Aditya shares how he persevered and passionately delivers his podcast each week.
![First Aid Training at ABA]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1632800859/abaomaneduom/kgyzdmdejcoanq13oh1q/TNFirstAidTraining.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1632800859/abaomaneduom/kgyzdmdejcoanq13oh1q/TNFirstAidTraining.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1632800859/abaomaneduom/kgyzdmdejcoanq13oh1q/TNFirstAidTraining.png","width":800}])
ABA's commitment to child safeguarding is a continuous one. On September 25th, staff underwent first aid training to ensure their ability to respond to any emergency.
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![The ABA Music Department Presents...the Vipers Vibe!]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1632732260/abaomaneduom/mancwf6mvnqcc0alzuds/TNVipersVibe.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1632732260/abaomaneduom/mancwf6mvnqcc0alzuds/TNVipersVibe.png","width":425}])
Calling all music makers in 4th through 8th grade! Come and join the Viper VIbe! The Viper Vibe will be a percussion performance group that meets each Monday after school from 2:30-4:00.
![First page of the PDF file: Savethedatespooktacular]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1632896025/abaomaneduom/nraqqinbterg5ppwgcg1/TNSpooktacular.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1632896025/abaomaneduom/nraqqinbterg5ppwgcg1/TNSpooktacular.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1632896025/abaomaneduom/nraqqinbterg5ppwgcg1/TNSpooktacular.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1632896025/abaomaneduom/nraqqinbterg5ppwgcg1/TNSpooktacular.png","width":944}])
We are very excited to announce our upcoming Spooktacular event on Thursday, Oct 28, 2021, from 6-8 pm on campus!! This is by far one of the most popular and attended events!
![We see you Security Team!]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1632723268/abaomaneduom/qzfrsggt5mai0vlicghz/TNWeSeeyouSecurity.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1632723268/abaomaneduom/qzfrsggt5mai0vlicghz/TNWeSeeyouSecurity.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1632723268/abaomaneduom/qzfrsggt5mai0vlicghz/TNWeSeeyouSecurity.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1632723268/abaomaneduom/qzfrsggt5mai0vlicghz/TNWeSeeyouSecurity.png","width":1080}])
We are pleased to present: "our ABA security team"!
![Native Language Home Culture Survey]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1632295418/abaomaneduom/prylsmwtbw5ukytdtzax/NativeLanguageSurvey.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1632295418/abaomaneduom/prylsmwtbw5ukytdtzax/NativeLanguageSurvey.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1632295418/abaomaneduom/prylsmwtbw5ukytdtzax/NativeLanguageSurvey.png","width":800}])
We want to know what languages your child speaks at home with the aim to support home culture learning.
![Tired of Waiting in the Wings?]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1631681010/abaomaneduom/ycgrrt9cl2zrzi3zxtho/TNTiredofWaitingintheWings.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1631681010/abaomaneduom/ycgrrt9cl2zrzi3zxtho/TNTiredofWaitingintheWings.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1631681010/abaomaneduom/ycgrrt9cl2zrzi3zxtho/TNTiredofWaitingintheWings.png","width":800}])
Very soon we hope to get the go-ahead to start workshops and rehearsals for this year's High school production.
Whilst we cannot give you any more information at the moment, we want you to be ready to tread the boards and join our production.
Any questions, please find or contact Mr. Gange.
![Parents as Partners 2021-2022 Webinar Series]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1631083617/abaomaneduom/ubbk5t1clnnix7dgkban/ParentsasPartners.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1631083617/abaomaneduom/ubbk5t1clnnix7dgkban/ParentsasPartners.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1631083617/abaomaneduom/ubbk5t1clnnix7dgkban/ParentsasPartners.png","width":800}])
Has your child ever come to you asking for help because they are frustrated with an assignment, and you wonder how to help them without doing the work for them?
![ABA student awarded Oman Woman of the Year 2020]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1605686373/abaomaneduom/dwwqt6mcihxevgnoipbx/AwardRecipientAnaTudor.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1605686373/abaomaneduom/dwwqt6mcihxevgnoipbx/AwardRecipientAnaTudor.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1605686373/abaomaneduom/dwwqt6mcihxevgnoipbx/AwardRecipientAnaTudor.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1605686373/abaomaneduom/dwwqt6mcihxevgnoipbx/AwardRecipientAnaTudor.png","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1605686373/abaomaneduom/dwwqt6mcihxevgnoipbx/AwardRecipientAnaTudor.png","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1605686373/abaomaneduom/dwwqt6mcihxevgnoipbx/AwardRecipientAnaTudor.png","width":1732}])
What an achievement for Ana, a grade 12 student here at ABA. Congratulations!
![Teacher receives top award from the University of Chicago]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1605687076/abaomaneduom/wmfetr6wkqiicavyeifq/SenKJose.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1605687076/abaomaneduom/wmfetr6wkqiicavyeifq/SenKJose.png","width":412}])
Sen K. Jose, an Indian Mathematics teacher who has taught for over 29 years has been awarded the University of Chicago Outstanding Educator Award 2020.
![PTA Masketeers]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1605159024/abaomaneduom/hf0lujaiinglk7clauqf/ScreenShot2020-11-12at92901AM.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1605159024/abaomaneduom/hf0lujaiinglk7clauqf/ScreenShot2020-11-12at92901AM.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1605159024/abaomaneduom/hf0lujaiinglk7clauqf/ScreenShot2020-11-12at92901AM.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1605159024/abaomaneduom/hf0lujaiinglk7clauqf/ScreenShot2020-11-12at92901AM.png","width":1031}])
ABA students were asked to show their 'mask moments' in support of our Community Partnership and H.E. Dr. Ahmed's Mohammed Obaid Al Saidi, Minister of Health, and Member of the Supreme Committee Oman. Check out their moments!
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A big thank you to the PTA for putting together this year's Spooktacular event. Check it out.
![Omani Women's Day 2020!]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1602996508/abaomaneduom/i6xlkcgox0kcyymbjwk4/ScreenShot2020-10-18at83827AM.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1602996508/abaomaneduom/i6xlkcgox0kcyymbjwk4/ScreenShot2020-10-18at83827AM.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1602996508/abaomaneduom/i6xlkcgox0kcyymbjwk4/ScreenShot2020-10-18at83827AM.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1602996508/abaomaneduom/i6xlkcgox0kcyymbjwk4/ScreenShot2020-10-18at83827AM.png","width":814}])
Thank you to all the Omani women at ABA who are dedicated to the advancement of the school and serving our students and community! Please take a moment to watch the video attached as ABA pays a tribute to the passionate, dedicated and talented Omani women at ABA who make our time at ABA and in Oman memorable.