UAE Hope Probe: Students learn life lessons from historic Mars mission

UAE Hope Probe: Students learn life lessons from historic Mars mission

 For the UAE's students and little space dreamers, Hope's entry into the Martian orbit on February 9 was not only a historic moment — but a life lesson.“Anything is possible. No matter where you come from, you can accomplish your dreams,” said Grade 8 Emirati student Sara Alawar, noting how a young country like the UAE inspired the Arab world to shoot for the stars.Ninth-grader Alya Ali Saeed Binthalith, who has always been interested in the red planet, said: “I feel honoured to be able to say that my country did that! The UAE has always aspired to be the best, and this mission has put them on the journey of discovering other planets.”Saif Jasim Hussain Al Ali added: “The mission has inspired me to realise that anything is possible with hard work and determination. It makes me realise that everyone in this country can grow and develop just like the UAE.” Teachers and school heads were all delighted to see the glimmer in students' eyes as they talked about Hope.Richard Drew, principal at Jumeirah Baccalaureate School, said: “The students and staff have been enthralled by the UAE mission to Mars. It's a great achievement for the UAE and