MUSCAT: Ahmad Bin Majid (ABM) International School recently celebrated its 19th graduation ceremonies for Grade 12 students pursuing the National Education Diploma at the Oman Convention and Exhibitions Centre (OCEC). 

The boys’ ceremony was held under the patronage of H.E. Ghalib bin Said Al Maamari, Undersecretary of the Ministry of Commerce, Industry and Investment Promotion, a parent of a graduating student, while the girls’ ceremony was under the auspices of Dr. Masooma bint Habib Al Ajmi, Advisor to the Minister of Education for Development of Linguistic Performance. 

Addressing the graduates, Board Member Hamad bin Najim Al Timami said the occasion was not merely about certificates but about “a journey of effort and perseverance.” He reminded students that “true success lies in striving tirelessly, for genuine growth is born of struggle, and blessings emerge from trials.” 

Al Timami emphasized that ABM International School had prepared its graduates for the next stage of life, remaining committed to the pillars of Oman Vision 2040—innovation, sustainability, and citizenship. He noted the school’s record of achieving the highest General Diploma results across the Sultanate over the past decade, while also opening horizons of leadership. The semester one results reflected outstanding academic achievement, with the highest score among the boys reaching 99%, while the highest score among the girls was an impressive 99.25%. Furthermore, 55% of students achieved an overall score of 90% or above. 

He highlighted pioneering programs such as the Japan Leadership Program, the NASA Leadership and Research Program, UNESCO’s global sustainability competition, UNESCO archaeological explorations, Entrepreneurship and Artificial Intelligence Programs in affiliation with Harvard College, robotics competition in South Korea, and drone and satellite technology simulations. “The school also takes pride in being the first school to establish strategic collaborations and partnerships with Sultan Qaboos University and other colleges and universities in Oman,” he added. 

Urging graduates to embrace challenges, Al Timami said: “Seek the place that demands your effort, the field that requires your growth. Do not wait for life to become easy before you begin. Walk with effort unshaken by fear, and with confidence untouched by doubt.” 

Guests of honor included H.E. Yahya Nasser Al Khusaibi, Undersecretary of the Ministry of Justice and Legal Affairs, for the girls’ ceremony, and H.E. Mansoor Talib Al Hinai, Chairman of the Authority for Public Services Regulation, for the boys’ ceremony, both of which are parents of graduating students. The events drew graduates, their families, faculty, alumni, and distinguished invitees. 

Prestigious Excellence Awards were conferred on students recognized for achievements in academics, sports, and the arts, as well as for embodying values of resilience, perseverance, leadership, good citizenship, community service, and exemplary morals and character. A symbolic moment followed as the Head Prefects passed on ABM’s Vision of Leadership and Excellence Batons to their successors, marking the continuation of the school’s legacy. 

Representing the graduating class, Alwaqas Alshaqsi reflected the students’ transformation from curious children to young adults grounded in values and purpose. He said they had learned that asking the right questions was as important as knowing the answers; that courage must accompany knowledge, and that failure marks the beginning of growth. 

Alshaqsi expressed gratitude to teachers, administrators, mentors, families, and friends, noting that education was “not just a personal achievement, but a trust and blessing meant to serve a greater purpose.” He urged his peers to focus on giving rather than gaining, and to use their skills and character to overcome challenges and make a positive impact on the world. 

Graduate Ahad bint Issa Al Jadhami described the day as “an important milestone—a moment to reflect on the journey that brought us here and to look forward with hope to the opportunities that await us.” She said their school years had been “years of growth, discovery, and perseverance” that taught resilience, patience, and courage. 

Al Jadhami expressed gratitude to His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tariq for his commitment to education and to the Ministry of Education for shaping opportunities aligned with Oman Vision 2040. She acknowledged the role of teachers, families, and classmates, noting that their support and encouragement had made the graduates’ success possible. “Within the school halls, we shared laughter, supported one another through difficult moments, and created memories that will stay with us for years to come,” she remarked. 

She reminded her peers that “knowledge is a light that guides us, while ignorance holds us back,” stressing that graduation was not an end but the beginning of a new path. As the Class of 2026 steps into the next chapter of their lives, she said, they carry the knowledge, experiences, and enduring values instilled by ABM— that  taught them to lead with integrity, act with compassion, and walk with purpose. While their paths may diverge, the lessons learned within the school’s gates will remain in a guiding compass wherever the future takes them.