05/06/2025
The Ministry of Education Celebrates Excellence and Innovation of EdTech Plus Students in Private Schools
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The Ministry of Education and Higher Education sponsored the closing ceremony for educational institutions implementing EdTech Plus programs during the 2024–2025 academic year.
The event was organized by the EdTech Plus Institute, headed by Mr. Saad Saad, and held on the stage of the Ministry of Education and Higher Education. It was conducted in partnership with the Private Schools Directorate and the Cultural and Fine Arts Directorate, in the presence of the Chairperson of the Educational Center for Research and Development, Professor Hayam Ishak; the Head of the Private Education Directorate, Mr. Imad Al-Ashkar; the Head of the Cultural Affairs and Fine Arts Directorate, Mrs. Sonia Al-Khoury; the Media Adviser to the Minister of Education, Mr. Alber Shamoun; along with a large number of representatives from educational institutions.
Ishak:
Professor Hayam Ishak, Head of the Educational Center for Research and Development, expressed her appreciation to the CEO of EdTech Plus Institute, Mr. Saad Saad. She stated:
“We build our educational curricula and plans for students in partnership with initiatives like EdTech Plus. We value them as key contributors to this effort, and we look forward to aligning with their aspirations to ensure our curriculum keeps pace with global developments. Our aim is to foster creativity and promote openness to global languages and cultures.”
She emphasized that their collaboration with Mr. Saad Saad serves the common goal of raising education standards and promoting the integration of the public and private sectors in this noble mission—where extracurricular activities become an essential component of education.
Saad:
Mr. Saad Saad, CEO of EdTech Plus, noted that the development of education begins with the learner—what they like, and what they choose.
“Students spend a lot of time on smart devices. At EdTech Plus, we decided to teach them through what they love and through any digital device. Our goal is to help them become multilingual global citizens—capable of programming, understanding artificial intelligence, and using technology to develop their abilities. This empowers them to excel at school and in life, and to innovate for the benefit of their communities, families, and country. Our mission is to give every student the best start in life and a solid foundation for the future.”
He added:
“Our vision is reflected in our open-to-the-world learning platform, which offers a diverse and cutting-edge education that prepares students to lead innovation and change. We aim to build a nation that becomes a source of creativity, not merely an importer of ideas. We are proudly raising the flag of the post-AI era—working toward this goal from Lebanon, London, and other countries.”
Al-Ashkar:
Mr. Imad Al-Ashkar, Head of the Private Education Directorate, emphasized the importance of self-esteem.
“Our students delivered impressive presentations despite limited resources. We are preparing a productive generation through our educational institutions by fostering integration between the public and private sectors. We have a long-standing collaboration with Mr. Saad Saad, spanning over 31 years of educational development. Today, we are proud to witness the integration of artificial intelligence into curricula and student innovations. This initiative has given our children a real opportunity to pursue their dreams and achieve excellence in technology.”
Al-Khoury:
Mrs. Sonia Al-Khoury, Head of the Cultural Affairs and Fine Arts Directorate, remarked:
“The EdTech Plus initiative has opened an important window of opportunity. The Ministry’s invitation to public and private schools to adopt its programs confirms the urgency of modernizing our educational system and equipping our students with the skills they need to face the future with confidence and competence.”
She added:
“From our perspective at the Cultural Affairs and Fine Arts Directorate, this project is a vibrant example of what a visionary, professional, and committed public-private partnership can achieve. It offers our educational institutions a unique experience—one that blends technology and multilingualism, while cultivating critical thinking, teamwork, and effective communication skills.”
The ceremony concluded with a video presentation showcasing students’ final projects in artificial intelligence, programming, robotics, and applied sciences—highlighting their creativity and readiness to meet the challenges of the future.
