Minister of Education Receives Students Who Won Bronze in Gulf Poetry, Story, and Novel Competition

In line with the Ministry of Education’s commitment to supporting student excellence, nurturing literary and creative talents, and fostering a culture of achievement among students, Minister of Education Eng. Sayed Jalal Al-Tabatabai received, on Thursday morning, the students who won bronze medals in the Gulf States Poetry, Short Story, and Novel Competition for the 2025/2026 academic year, along with their supervisors. The meeting was attended by Assistant Undersecretary for Educational Affairs Eng. Hamad Al-Hamad, Assistant Undersecretary for Administrative and Technical Affairs Eng. Mohammed Al-Khalidi, and Acting Director of the Arabic Language Technical Guidance Department, Wahsh Al-Dosari, in recognition of their distinguished literary achievements and their honorable representation of the State of Kuwait at Gulf forums.

Student Khalif Jaza Khalif, from the twelfth grade, Science Section, at Al-Waha Secondary School, won the bronze medal in the poetry category. Meanwhile, student Sheikha Waleed Al-Saif, from the eleventh grade, Science Section, at Al-Farwaniya Secondary School, secured the bronze medal in the short story category. These achievements were attained during the second edition of the Gulf States Poetry, Short Story, and Novel Competition 2025/2026, held under the slogan “Creating with Arabic.”

Minister of Education Eng. Sayed Jalal Al-Tabatabai praised the students’ accomplishments, which reflect the literary talents and promising creative abilities possessed by Kuwaiti students. He emphasized the importance of supporting outstanding student potential and providing an educational environment that stimulates discovery and development of their talents, thereby enhancing their presence in Gulf and Arab-level cultural and literary competitions.

The Minister affirmed that the political leadership’s support for the education sector and its attention to students constitute a fundamental pillar for enhancing excellence and elevating the educational system. He noted that discovering and nurturing student talents is a national responsibility that requires sustained efforts and the provision of opportunities to develop students’ capabilities and showcase their creativity in various fields. This is particularly relevant given the existence of a dedicated office within the Ministry of Education responsible for supporting and nurturing gifted students, contributing to the preparation of a creative generation proud of its national identity and committed to serving its country, achieving accomplishments that elevate the name of the State of Kuwait and strengthen its standing in Gulf, Arab, and international forums.

He appreciated the efforts of school administrations, technical guidance departments, and all Ministry of Education staff in supporting students and nurturing their talents. He commended the role of Technical Guidance Specialist Mohammed Faraj in monitoring students and overseeing their participation, while also highlighting the crucial role of parents as partners in supporting, encouraging, and developing their children’s abilities. He clarified that these achievements are the result of integrated efforts between schools and families, and a shared commitment to providing opportunities that enable gifted students to showcase their capabilities and achieve excellence.

The competition’s events were held in person from October 6 to 8, 2026, at the headquarters of the Gulf Council for Arabic Language Education in the Emirate of Sharjah, United Arab Emirates, with participation from students across the Gulf states in the fields of poetry, short stories, and novels. The participation of Kuwaiti students reflected their outstanding linguistic and literary abilities, as well as their eagerness to engage in cultural experiences that help refine their skills and strengthen their confidence in their creative work.