International Arabic language Day is celebrated annually on December 18 every year. Arabic language is wildly spoken language throughout the world. It is the national language of Saudi Arabia and many other Arab countries. Language is the key to the heart of people. It is not just important in communicating ideas but to express emotions. It is also the language of Qur’an, and has not changed in fourteen centuries which makes it reliable and easy to express every old and new idea.
Arabic is taught in schools, and also as a major in Universities. The event has been established by UNESCO in 2010 to celebrate multilinguism and cultural diversity, in addition to promote equal use of all six of its official languages throughout the organization. Various schools in the Kingdom celebrated the day of their mother tongue with zeal and fervor. Al Awael Private School for girls dedicated the day to highlight not just the importance of Arabic language, but displayed its usefulness in different fields.
From Kindergarten to grade 9 – Students and teachers decorated their corners demonstrating Arabic language through models, posters and edible treats. The Principal Naeema Azhari was glad to welcome the attendees and the guest from the Ministry of Education. Manal Zabali, Arabic language instructor and the organizer commenced the event with the presentation on history and importance of the language. There are many dialects, or varieties of a language, like Modern Standard Arabic, Egyptian Arabic, Gulf Arabic, Maghrebi Arabic, and many others. Most of the countries that use Arabic as their official language are in the Middle East. Arabic is the 5th most commonly spoken native language in the world.
Students of grade 1 displayed the alphabets on their uniforms and performed their way to the stage. Grade 4 performed a mesmerizing tableau on an Arabic song. Intermediate students performed a drama on how native speakers ignore their language while forgetting its importance and beauty. Later, a quiz was arranged and students were awarded with gifts to appreciate their knowledge. The event concluded with the distribution of sweets and name letters to the attendees and teacher. The International Arabic day highlighted the historical, religious and general importance of Arabic language.
AL-AWAEL PRIVATE SCHOOL 