2 weeks Ago By Qatar Tribune
Qatar tribune Tribune News Network Doha Students from Qatar Foundation’s (QF) Pre-University Education participated in the second edition of the Qatar Foundation’s Earthna Summit under the theme ‘Building Our Legacy: Sustainability, Innovation, and Traditional Knowledge’, where they showcased innovative projects focused on sustainability and recycling. The Earthna Village at Barahat Msheireb hosted a community exhibition where students from Tariq Bin Ziad School, Qatar Academy Sidra, and Qatar Academy Al Wakra presented creative projects using recycled materials to promote environmental awareness. Academyati also participated with its Education City Honey initiative, highlighting the vital role of bees in the ecosystem.
Saleh Khalid Al-Mansouri, an 8-year-old student at Academyati, part of QF’s PUE, expressed his excitement about participating in Earthna Village, saying: “I’m happy to be part of this event, explaining to children and visitors the importance of honey and how it is extracted. At school, we visited bee farms, wore beekeeper suits, and learned how to extract honey. I was scared at first, but then I really enjoyed it.
I’m happy that my school taught me this way, and today I’m proud to share what I learned about bees with others.” Yousef Al-Khater, a 9-year-old student at Tariq Bin Ziad School, part of QF’s PUE, developed his passion for sustainability by creating simple solutions, including designing a plastic container to encourage people to adopt sustainable methods for watering plants, a step that reflects his awareness of the importance of reusing resources and reducing waste. “I learned at school that sustainability means taking care of things and reusing them because it helps protect our environment and planet.
I also realized that simple ideas can make a big difference. I feel very happy when I design projects using recycled materials because it allows me to apply what I learn in school in a fun and useful way. Yousef’s mother, Lulwa Al-Buainain, said: “Since I noticed my son’s interest in topics like sustainability and innovation, I’ve been keen to encourage him to participate in exhibitions and initiatives that nurture this passion.
In a short period, I witnessed a transformation in his personality. He became more conscious of his responsibility towards the environment and society, developed stronger communication and teamwork skills, and grew more confident when presenting his ideas to others. I realized that learning doesn’t only happen in the classroom, these practical experiences truly shape a child’s character.
That’s why I encourage every mother to give her children the opportunity to participate in such initiatives, as they open new horizons and instill values that will stay with them for life.” Hadeel Al-Sayed, National Programmes teacher in the Primary Years Programme at Qatar Academy Sidra, part of QF’s PUE, said: “At QF schools, we are committed to instilling the concept of sustainability in our students and highlighting its importance in their daily lives.’’Students from three QF schools showcase recycled art projects at Earthna Village Copy 25/04/2025 10.
