Minister of Education: Kuwaiti Students' Achievements Are a Source of Pride

Alaa Khalifa: Education Minister Eng. Sayed Jalal Al-Tabatabai received the delegation of the Arab Reading Challenge team participating in the tenth season in 2026, to honor the winning and outstanding students, along with supervisors and schools that achieved advanced positions in the competitions, in recognition of their distinguished achievements that reflect the excellence of Kuwait’s educational environment and its commitment to building a conscious and cultured generation.

The minister congratulated the winners on their outstanding achievements in the tenth season of the Arab Reading Challenge, praising the passion for reading and eagerness for knowledge and awareness they demonstrated. He emphasized that these results are a source of pride and honor for the Ministry of Education, reflecting the efforts made to develop students’ skills and refine their scientific and cultural capabilities.

Al-Tabatabai stressed that the Ministry of Education places great importance on purposeful cultural and educational initiatives, foremost among which is the Arab Reading Challenge, due to its effective role in instilling a love of reading among youth, broadening their horizons, and developing their thinking, analysis, and expression skills. He noted that investing in building a conscious and cultured individual represents one of the fundamental pillars for developing the educational system.

The minister pointed out that the advanced positions achieved by Kuwaiti students at the Arab level reflect their exceptional capabilities and potentials, as well as the significant efforts exerted by teachers, supervisors, and school administrations in nurturing student talents, encouraging their participation and competition, and achieving accomplishments.

Al-Tabatabai stated that the Ministry continues to support outstanding students and provide an educational environment that fosters creativity and innovation, particularly commending the achievements of students with disabilities, which embody their ability to excel, contribute, and compete, and highlight the importance of providing equal opportunities for all students to showcase their abilities and realize their aspirations.

The list of honored individuals included student Abdullah Hamoud Al-Mutairi, who achieved fourth place in the Arab Reading Challenge for the tenth season in 2026 within the category of students with disabilities, and student Nour Osama Al-Kandari, who ranked among the top ten in the competition.

The ceremony also honored Al-Yarmouk Secondary School, which achieved second place in the Outstanding School Award. The school’s principal, Ms. Nahda bin Salama, accepted the award on behalf of the school, alongside Ms. Badour Falah Al-Lasaaqa, who achieved third place in the Outstanding Supervisor Award.