UAE Flag Day: Emirati families distribute sweets in schools, students dress up in national colours

UAE Flag Day: Emirati families distribute sweets in schools, students dress up in national colours

Discussions also held on colours of the flag, significance of the day and the identity of the UAE

Published: Thu 3 Nov 2022, 4:41 PM Last updated: Thu 3 Nov 2022, 5:07 PM

Schools in Dubai hoisted hundreds of flags with much enthusiasm marking the 10th year of the annual Flag Day that is celebrated by Emiratis and expatriates.

The day was celebrated with a mix of solemnity and gaiety across schools on Thursday with local families offering treats to their children’s school communities.

Several special performances took place throughout the school day and especially around the time to raise the flag reflecting the spirit and ethos of the UAE.

Bruce Major, School Principal, Collegiate International School, said, “A delegation from High School Emirati students distributed treats that were generously donated by a local family. Students from Pre-K to 12th grade enjoyed the treats. For the actual ceremony, all Emirati students were invited to participate, while the flag raising was broadcast live throughout our school community. Students were encouraged to dress in the national colours of the flag or wear traditional Emirati dress."

Campbell Douglas, Principal of GEMS Wellington Academy - Al Khail, tweeted a picture of a tiny tot raising the UAE flag with a