Our Leadership
Welcome Message from School Principal
Dear Parents, Guardians, Students and Staff,
As we embark on another exciting school year, I wanted to take a moment to share some important updates and information with our school community.
Firstly, I would like to extend a warm welcome to all our new students and their families. We are thrilled to have you join our school community and look forward to getting to know each and every one of you. To our returning students, welcome back! We hope you had a restful and rejuvenating break and are ready for a year filled with learning, growth, and memorable experiences.
Our dedicated staff members have been hard at work over the summer, preparing for the upcoming academic year. They are committed to providing the highest quality education and support to our students. Our goal is to create a safe, nurturing, and inclusive learning environment where every student can thrive.
I would like to remind everyone of the importance of adhering to health and safety guidelines. We kindly request your cooperation in following all safety protocols and guidelines when visiting the school premises.
In addition to our commitment to academic excellence, we have an exciting lineup of extracurricular activities, clubs, and events planned for the year ahead. These opportunities will allow our students to explore their interests, develop new skills, and build lasting friendships.
Communication between the school and our parents is vital to the success of our students. We encourage you to stay engaged and informed by regularly checking our school website and social media channels for updates, announcements, and important dates. Our dedicated Parents’ Council will also play a key role in facilitating communication and community engagement. We invite all parents to participate in our school’s vibrant community.
As we embark on this new academic journey, please know that our doors are always open, and we value your feedback and input. If you have any questions, concerns, or ideas you would like to share, please do not hesitate to reach out to our school administration.
I am excited about the possibilities the new school year holds and look forward to working closely with our students, parents, and staff to make it a successful and enriching experience for all. Together, we can achieve great things.
As His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, and Prime Minister of the United Arab Emirates said,” The race for excellence has no finish line.”
Thank you for entrusting us with your child’s education. Let’s make this year one filled with growth, learning, and achievement.
Principal
GIS Governing Board
Mr. Nasser Badri
Ms. Rashida Badri
Ms. Rafia Abbas
Mr. Abdulhafiz Kaissi
Ms. Amelia Brown
Ms. Safa Alawar
Ms. Lubna Abdulrazak
Ms. Mona Lootah
Meet Our Senior Leadership Team
Ms. Lina Zarif
School Principal
Mr. Stephen R. Dacosta
Vice Principal
Ms. Rania Mohammed
HR & Administrative Manager
Ms. Rania Barakat
Head of Curriculum
Ms. Boudour Konialy
Head of Teaching & Learning
Ms. Kefah Samara
Head of Kindergarten & Elementary Section
Mr. Wissam Ezzeddine
Head of Middle School Section
Mr. Rabih El Hawari
Head of High School Section
Meet Our Middle Leadership Team
Ms. Zeina Younes​
Head of English [Grades 6 – 12]
Ms. Nadia Iskandarani​
Head of Science [Grades 6 – 12]
Ms. Nisreen Halabi​
Level Head [Kindergarten]
Ms. Rachelle Punzalan
Head of Inclusion Department
Ms. Aya AlShaikh
Ms. Rukhsana Qaisari
Ms. Rana Saher
Head of ELL Department
Ms. Kefah Samara
Mr. Mahmoud Moursi
Head of Arabic [Grades 6 – 12]
Mr. Muhammad Jawad
Head of Social Sciences [Grades 9 – 12]
Mr. Muhammad Mashaan
Mr. Rabih El Hawari​
Head of Mathematics [Grades 6 – 12]
Ms. Riham Akeila​
Head of ICT [Grades 6 – 12]
Ms. Hiba Abu Zahra​
Level Head [Grades 4 & 5]
Ms. Farah El Dakak
Level Head [Grades 1-3]