Doha: Awsaj Academy, part of Qatar Foundation’s Pre-University Education, hosted the 2025 graduation ceremony for its Prime Program, celebrating the achievements of 316 students from the program’s fifth cohort. The Prime Program is a pioneering educational initiative launched by Awsaj Academy to support students who were previously unable to complete their education in government or independent schools.
According to Qatar News Agency, the program aims to empower students to achieve academic outcomes that open pathways to employment, higher education, or specialized training programs, tailored to their individual learning needs and future aspirations. Mark Hughes, Executive Director of Special Schools and Special Educational Needs Services at Qatar Foundation’s Pre-University Education, told the graduates: “I extend my heartfelt congratulations to the 2025 graduates of the Prime Program at Awsaj Academy on this remarkable achievement, which reflects years of dedication, hard work, and ambition. We are all immensely proud of you and all that you have accomplished.”
Hughes also expressed his appreciation to everyone who has contributed to the success of the Prime Program, highlighting the pivotal role played by the teaching and administrative staff, parents, and QF’s partners on the students’ educational journey. “Today, I see more than 300 exceptional talents, each with unique abilities and promising aspirations,” he added. “The Prime Program has been a transformative milestone in their educational journey, removing many of the barriers that once stood in the way of their dreams, opening new pathways for personal and academic growth, and instilling in them the confidence and determination to pursue their goals.”
Falah Al Qahtani, one of this year’s Prime Program graduates, shared his experience: “Today, with great pride and gratitude, we celebrate our graduation from the Program. It is a day we all truly deserve to rejoice in, an achievement that reflects a journey filled with challenges and unwavering determination.” Al Qahtani emphasized the supportive environment provided by the program and the crucial role of his family, school’s leadership, and teachers in his success.
Al Qahtani added: “The journey was not an easy one. Like many of my peers, I had to balance the responsibilities of both work and study. When I first heard about the Prime Program, it marked the beginning of my challenge, filled with many questions and concerns. But through determination, patience, and perseverance, I was able to overcome these obstacles.”
He extended his gratitude to the teaching and administrative staff, as well as the team behind the Prime Program, for their unwavering support and belief in the students’ potential, which provided a flexible and exceptional learning environment beyond the traditional classroom setting. This program has given students a second chance to shape a new future.