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Our Leadership Team

Our leadership team with over 300 years combined of diverse and international experience, takes pride in serving the private educational sector in Dubai and a community of luminous learners. With the depth and wealth of experience brought together by the leadership team at DIPS-G, all school leaders are committed to a culture of learner-centered approach and active learning at the heart of all academic and non-academic decisions. This makes the leadership team an effective entity that moves mountains and makes waves for betterment of student learning and student development.

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Superintendent

Deputy Superintendent

Director of Curriculum Design and Implementation    Read more

Director of Teaching and Learning     Read more

Director of Assessment

Subject Leader (Math – Middle and High School)

Subject Leader (Science – Middle and High School)

Subject Leader (ELA – Elementary, Middle and High School)

Subject Leader (Math – Elementary School)

Subject Leader (Science – Elementary School)

Subject Leader (Arabic – Elementary Middle and High School)

Subject Leader (Islamic Education – Elementary Middle and High School)

 

Contact Responsibilities Role SLT Department

 

superintendent@dischool.com

 

Oversees the day-to-day operations of a school district in the absence of the regular superintendent. Responsibilities include managing budgets, implementing policies, supervising staff, and liaising with stakeholders.

Acting Superintendent

 

Mr Mounir Al Laham

 

 

curriculum.design@dischool.com

 

carna.jabat@dischool.com

 

– Leads the development, evaluation, and implementation of academic curricula within an educational institution. Collaborates with teachers, administrators, and subject matter experts to ensure alignment with educational standards and goals.

– Leads efforts to create an inclusive learning environment that supports the needs of all students, including those with disabilities or special needs. Develops policies and programs to promote diversity, equity, and inclusion within the institution.

Director of Curriculum Design and Implementation / Inclusion (along with Ms. Carna Jabat) Dr Alexine Profice

 

teaching.assessment@dischool.com

 

Coordinates and supervises teaching practices and assessment strategies within an educational institution. Develops professional development programs for teachers, oversees assessment methods, and ensures the delivery of high-quality instruction.

Director of Teaching and Assessment / KG Leader

 

Ms Virginia Anne Leigh Sharma

 

salam.atwi@disgarhoud.onmicrosoft.com

 

Manages initiatives aimed at maintaining and enhancing academic standards within an educational institution. Develops and implements quality assurance processes, conducts evaluations, and provides support for continuous improvement efforts.

Director of Academic Quality Assurance

 

Mr Salam Atwi

 

hadia.ghannam@dischool.com

 

–    Provides leadership and oversight for the educational and administrative activities within the boys’ section of the school, encompassing middle school (grades 6-8) and high school (grades 9-12). Manages staff, student affairs, curriculum implementation, and ensures a positive learning environment.

–    Promotes and supports the mental, emotional, and physical wellbeing of students and staff within the school community. Develops and implements programs and initiatives focused on promoting holistic wellness and providing support services as needed.

–    Head of Boys Section – Grades 6-12 (MS & HS)

–    Wellbeing Champion

 

Ms Hadia Ghannam

 

nora.amro@dischool.com

 

–    Similar to the head of the boys’ section, but specifically responsible for leading the educational and administrative activities within the girls’ section of the school, spanning middle school (grades 6-8) and high school (grades 9-12).

–    Oversees health and safety protocols and procedures within the school environment. Develops and implements policies to ensure compliance with health and safety regulations, conducts risk assessments, and provides training for staff and students on safety measures.

–    Head of Girls Section – Grades 6-12 (MS & HS)

–    Health & Safety Officer

Ms Nora Amro

khawla.ibrahim@dischool.com

 

Provides leadership and management for the kindergarten (KG) and elementary school (grades K-5) sections of the school. Coordinates curriculum delivery, supervises teachers, and fosters a nurturing and engaging learning environment for young learners.

Head of KG & Elementary Section – Grades K-5

 

Ms Khawla Ibrahim
Contact Responsibilities Role MLT Department

 

ghada.aridi@dischool.com

Leads the science department in curriculum development, instructional planning, and assessment strategies for either kindergarten through 8th grade. Collaborates with teachers to enhance science education and student achievement. Head of Science Department – Grades K-8

Ms Ghada Aridi

 

 

natalie.karayan@dischool.com

 

Leads the science department in curriculum development, instructional planning, and assessment strategies for grade 9-12. Collaborates with teachers to enhance science education and student achievement.

Head of Science Department – Grades 9-12

 

 

Ms Natalie Karayan

 

maria.obeid@dischool.com

 

Similar to the head of the science department but focuses on mathematics curriculum, instruction, and assessment strategies for kindergarten through 8th grade. Provides leadership and support to math teachers to optimize student learning outcomes.

Head of Math Department – Grades K-8

 

 

Ms Maria Abou Obeid

abdallah.harb@dischool.com

 

Similar to the head of the science department but focuses on mathematics curriculum, instruction, and assessment strategies for grades 9-12. Provides leadership and support to math teachers to optimize student learning outcomes.

Head of Math Department – Grades 9- 12

 

 

Mr Abdallah Harb

daniel.aoun@disgarhoud.onmicrosoft.com

 

Oversees the English language arts curriculum, instruction, and assessment across all grade levels from kindergarten to 12th grade. Develops and implements strategies to enhance literacy skills and foster a love for reading and writing among students.

Head of English Department – Grades K-12

 

 

Mr Daniel Aoun

verra.najjar@dischool.com

 

Manages the French language, geography, and social studies curriculum, instruction, and assessment for grades 1-12. Collaborates with teachers to integrate these subjects effectively and promote cultural understanding and global awareness.

Head of French, Geography & Social Studies Department – Grades 1-12

 

Ms Verra Najjar

shadi.diab@dischool.com

 

Provides leadership and direction for the Arabic language curriculum, instruction, and assessment from kindergarten through 12th grade. Ensures alignment with educational standards and cultural relevance in teaching Arabic language and literature.

Head of Arabic Department – Grades K-12

 

 

Mr Shadi Diab

abdulghani@dischool.com

 

Leads the Islamic studies curriculum, instruction, and assessment for grades kindergarten through 12th grade. Develops and implements programs that promote understanding of Islamic principles, values, and history.

Head of Islamic Department – Grades K-12

 

Mr Abdelghani Kadri

nicolas.homsi@dischool.com

 

Oversees the integration of information and communication technology (ICT) and media literacy skills into the curriculum for grades 1-12. Develops initiatives to enhance digital literacy, multimedia creation, and technology integration across subject areas.

Head of ICT and Media Department – Grades 1-12

 

 

Mr Nicolas Homsi

saddam.daoud@dischool.com

 

Leads the physical education department in developing and implementing a comprehensive physical education program for students from kindergarten through 12th grade. Promotes physical fitness, sportsmanship, and healthy lifestyles.

Head of PE Department – K to 12

 

 

Mr Sadam Ben Daoud

mary@dischool.com

 

 

Manages the psychology and sociology curriculum, instruction, and assessment for high school students (grades 9-12). Develops courses that explore psychological and sociological concepts, theories, and research methods to deepen students’ understanding of human behavior and society.

Head of Psychology & Sociology – Grades 9 to 12

 

 

Ms Mary Boureslan