School Life

Clubs, Activities & Enrichment

Beyond the Classroom

Universal School offers diverse clubs and activities that allow students to explore interests, develop talents, build leadership skills, and connect with peers who share their passions — from Kindergarten through to Grade 12.

Explore Interests
Discover what you love before choosing a career path
Develop Talents
Sharpen skills in arts, sports, science, and more
Build Leadership
Lead clubs, organise events, and inspire others
Connect with Peers
Find your people — those who share your passion
How It Works

How Clubs Work

Everything you need to know about joining, attending, and making the most of Universal School's activities programme — from schedule to sign-up.

Club Logistics

Schedule · Fees · Attendance · Transport
When After School Hours
3:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Frequency Weekly Sessions Most clubs meet once per week — consistent and manageable alongside academic commitments
Cost Included in Activities Fee Most clubs are covered. Some specialty clubs with materials or equipment may carry a small additional fee — communicated at sign-up.
Sign-Up Beginning of Each Semester Registration opens at the start of every semester — visit the student affairs office or sign up through the parent portal.
At a Glance

Everything you need,
in one place.

Start Time 3:00 PM
End Time 4:00 PM
Cadence Weekly
Registration Per Semester
Base Cost Included
Bus Available Yes — delayed

Bus transport included: The school bus departure is delayed for activity participants — students attending after-school clubs can still use their regular bus home, departing at 4:00 PM.

Why Get Involved

What Activities Give You

Joining a club is not just about filling time after school. It is an investment in the person you are becoming — and the life you are building beyond Universal School.

Explore Your Interests

The best universities and employers want students who have explored who they are. Activities give you a low-stakes space to try new things, discover hidden talents, and build a story worth telling.

Self-discovery New experiences Personal identity

Develop Real Talents

Natural ability is only the starting point. Through structured practice, performance, and competition, activities transform potential into genuine skill — the kind that opens doors in university and beyond.

Skill-building Performance Competition prep

Build Your Community

Some of the most important relationships in life are formed around shared passions. Activities create the conditions for real friendship, collaboration, and belonging — the things that make school life genuinely memorable.

Friendship Leadership Belonging
What Makes Our Programme Different
Open to All — Not Just the Talented Every student can participate, regardless of prior experience or skill level
Student-Led Where Possible Senior students take ownership of clubs — real leadership, real responsibility
Curriculum-Aligned Enrichment Activities complement and deepen what students learn in the classroom
University Portfolio Value Documented involvement strengthens applications to competitive programmes
Activities at Universal School

A programme built around
who you want to become.

From arts to athletics, science to service — Universal School's enrichment programme is designed to give every student a place to shine outside the classroom. No auditions. No gatekeeping. Just opportunity.

2× Per year sign-up windows
1hr After school weekly sessions
K–12 All grades welcome

The students who grow the most at Universal School are rarely those who only studied. They are the ones who also showed up — to the debate team, the art room, the football pitch — and discovered something about themselves that no textbook could teach.

— School Life Team · Universal School, Aramoun
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Find Your Club.
Find Your People.

Registration opens at the start of every semester. Browse the full list of clubs and activities — and sign up before spaces fill.

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Current Offerings

Current Clubs & Activities

Thirty-five clubs across six categories — from robotics to culinary arts, debate to drama. Something for every student, every passion, every ambition. Browse by category or explore everything on offer this year.

Note on availability: Specific club offerings vary each year based on student interest and instructor availability. The list below reflects our typical programme — confirm current offerings at the start of each semester.

Academic & STEM 7 clubs · Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics
Robotics Club
STEM
Coding & Programming
STEM
Math Olympiad Preparation
STEM
Science Fair Club
STEM
Debate Team
Academic
Model United Nations
Academic
Quiz Bowl
Academic
Arts & Creativity 7 clubs · Visual, Performing & Literary Arts
Visual Arts Club
Visual Arts
Photography
Visual Arts
Drama & Theater
Performing Arts
Music Ensemble
Performing Arts
Choir
Performing Arts
Creative Writing
Literary Arts
Yearbook & School Magazine
Literary Arts
Entrepreneurship & Business 4 clubs · Innovation, Finance & Enterprise
Young Entrepreneurs Club
Entrepreneurship
Investment & Finance Club
Finance
Social Enterprise Projects
Social Impact
Business Plan Competitions
Competition
Culture & Language 4 clubs · Heritage, Language & Cinema
Arabic Literature Circle
Language
French Club
Language
Cultural Heritage Club
Heritage
Film & Cinema Club
Cinema
Service & Leadership 5 clubs · Community, Environment & School Life
Student Council
Leadership
Community Service Club
Service
Environmental Club
Environment
Peer Mentoring Program
Mentoring
Anti-Bullying Ambassadors
Advocacy
Hobbies & Interests 5 clubs · Games, Cooking, Gardening & Tech
Chess Club
Strategy
Cooking & Culinary Arts
Culinary
Gardening Club
Nature
Board Games & Strategy
Games
Technology & Gadgets
Technology
7 Academic & STEM
7 Arts & Creativity
4 Entrepreneurship
4 Culture & Language
5 Service & Leadership
5 Hobbies & Interests

Don't See Your Passion? Start a Club.

Universal School actively encourages students to propose new clubs. If there is something you love that is not yet on this list — bring the idea, find a faculty advisor, and we will help you make it happen.

Write a short proposal — name, purpose, and how many students might join
Find a willing faculty advisor from among the school staff
Submit to the Student Affairs office — reviewed at semester start
If approved, recruit members and launch your first session
A Programme for Everyone

35 clubs.
One school community.

Our activities programme is a deliberate reflection of who our students are — curious, creative, ambitious, and deeply connected to their culture and community. From Kindergarten through Grade 12, there is always a club where you belong, and always a new one waiting to be born from your ideas.

Open to all grades No tryouts required Student-led options Faculty-supported Portfolio value Community impact

A school with thirty-five clubs is not a school that offers activities. It is a school that has listened — to what students love, what they need, and who they are becoming. That is the difference between a programme and a community.

— School Life Team · Universal School, Aramoun
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Ready to Join — or
Start Something New?

Registration opens each semester. Sign up for an existing club or bring your idea to the Student Affairs office — we want to hear it.

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Student Leadership

Student Council

The Student Council is the official student-led voice of Universal School — representing every grade, organising school life, and ensuring students have a meaningful seat at the table in decisions that affect them.

Our Purpose

Students leading students.
Voices that shape school.

The Student Council exists to represent the student body, advocate for student needs, and bring energy and spirit to Universal School's community life. It is student-led, faculty-supported, and open to every student who wants to make a difference — whether by running for office or simply showing up and participating.

Council at a Glance
4 Executive board positions
K–12 Grade level representation
1× Annual election cycle
5 Core activity programmes
Council Structure

How the Council Is Organised

A clear structure ensures the council functions effectively — with elected leadership, grade representation, and faculty guidance working in concert.

Executive Board

Elected annually · Leads the full council
President Chairs council meetings, represents students to school leadership, and sets the vision for the year's programme Highest elected office
Vice President Supports the President, oversees event coordination, and steps in as acting President when required
Secretary Records meeting minutes, manages communications, and maintains council records and documentation
Treasurer Manages council budget, tracks fundraising income and expenses, and ensures financial accountability

Grade Representatives

One per grade · All grades
Each grade level elects its own representative
Representatives attend monthly council meetings
Bring grade-level concerns and feedback to leadership
Report council decisions back to their classmates
Annual Elections All positions are filled through open school elections held at the start of each academic year. Any student in the eligible grade may run for office.
Faculty Advisor Staff-Appointed Advisor Guides, supports, and mentors the council without directing it — the students lead, the advisor empowers
What We Do

Council Activities

From organising beloved school traditions to raising funds for those in need — the Student Council is behind most of what makes Universal School feel alive as a community.

School Event Planning

The council plans, organises, and executes the events that define the school year — from welcome week to graduation celebrations. Students take ownership of every detail.

Welcome Week Cultural Day End-of-Year Events Grade ceremonies

Fundraising Initiatives

Students design and run fundraising campaigns to support school improvements, community causes, and charity partners — learning real financial and project management skills in the process.

Bake sales School fairs Charity drives Sponsored events

Community Service Projects

The council coordinates service initiatives that connect Universal School to the wider Aramoun and Lebanese community — building empathy, civic responsibility, and real-world impact.

Local outreach Environmental drives Food campaigns

Spirit Days & Theme Weeks

School culture · Energy · Belonging
Colour days and costume themes
Cultural celebration weeks
Sports and competition weeks
Awareness and wellbeing theme weeks
Grade vs grade friendly competitions

Student Voice Advocacy

Real influence · Genuine dialogue
Student surveys and feedback collection across all grades
Presenting student concerns to school administration
Participating in school policy discussions
Proposing new school initiatives and programmes
Publishing a student voice newsletter each term
Get Involved

How to Join the Council

There are two ways to be part of the Student Council — run for a position, or simply show up and get involved in what the council does. Both matter. Both count. Both shape the school.

Run for Election

Any eligible student may stand
Announce your candidacy Submit your name to the Student Affairs office during the election nomination window at the start of the year
Prepare your campaign Write a short statement of intent and present your ideas to your classmates — posters, speeches, and word of mouth
Participate in school assembly Deliver a short speech to the school community during the official election assembly
Election day — students vote All eligible students cast votes for their preferred candidates. Results announced the same day.
Open to all: Any student in the eligible grade may stand for election — no prior experience required, just commitment and enthusiasm.

Participate in Events

No election needed · Just show up
Volunteer at council events Help set up, run, and wrap up events organised by the council
Join spirit days and theme weeks Dress up, show school spirit, and make the events a success
Contribute ideas and feedback Share suggestions with your grade representative or at open meetings
Participate in community service Join service drives and outreach projects open to all students
Everyone belongs: You do not need to hold a position to be part of the Student Council's community. Showing up and participating is leadership too.

A Student Council is not a ceremony. It is a responsibility. The students who serve on it are not just representatives — they are the people who choose to care enough to do something about it. That is the rarest thing in any school.

— School Life Team · Universal School, Aramoun
Student Council · Universal School

Your School. Your Voice.
Your Council.

Every student at Universal School has a representative on the council — and every student has the opportunity to become one. The door is open.

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Student Initiative

Starting a New Club

Universal School actively welcomes student-initiated clubs. If you have a passion that is not yet represented in our current programme, we want to help you turn it into something real — for you, and for everyone who shares it.

Student-Initiated Clubs Welcome

Your idea.
Your club. Your legacy.

Every club on our current list was once just an idea in a student's mind. The process of starting one is straightforward — and the support from Universal School is genuine. Bring your passion, meet the requirements, and we will help you build something that outlasts your time here.

What You Need to Start
5 minimum students Founding members who are genuinely interested
1 faculty advisor A willing teacher or staff member to supervise
1 written proposal Submitted to the activities coordinator
Regular meeting schedule Consistent commitment — not a one-off event
Requirements & Proposal

What You Need & What to Submit

The requirements are intentionally straightforward — we want to lower the barrier, not raise it. A good idea, a committed group, and a clear plan is all it takes.

Requirements

Five things every new club must have
Minimum 5 Interested Students You need at least five founding members who are genuinely committed — not just curious. This demonstrates real demand for the club. Founding requirement
Faculty Advisor A teacher or staff member willing to supervise sessions and support the club's activities — this is a supervisory role, not a leadership one.
Written Proposal A clear, concise document outlining the club's purpose, planned activities, leadership, schedule, and any budget needs — submitted to the activities coordinator.
Regular Meeting Schedule A consistent, recurring commitment — clubs must meet regularly throughout the semester, not on an ad-hoc or occasional basis.
Alignment with School Values The club's purpose and activities must align with Universal School's values of Resilience, Excellence, Innovation, and Community.

Values alignment: Clubs that enrich student life, build community, and reflect Universal School's commitment to excellence are always welcome — regardless of the topic.

Your Proposal Should Include

Five sections · One document · Clear and concise
Club Name & Purpose What & why
Planned Activities What you'll do
Leadership Structure Who leads
Meeting Schedule When & how often
Budget Needs If any — optional

Where to submit: Completed proposals go to the Activities Coordinator at the Student Affairs office. Proposals are reviewed at the start of each semester — submit early for the best chance of a same-semester launch.

From Idea to Launch

The Five-Step Launch Process

From your first conversation to your club's first official meeting — here is how it works, step by step.

Gather Interest Find at least 5 students who genuinely want to join — not just friends doing you a favour
Find an Advisor Approach a teacher or staff member whose interest aligns with your club's purpose
Write the Proposal Complete all five proposal sections — name, activities, leadership, schedule, budget
Submit & Review Hand it to the Activities Coordinator — reviewed and responded to within two weeks
Launch Your Club Approval confirmed, space allocated, first session scheduled — your club is real

Be Specific in Your Proposal

Vague proposals get delayed. Strong ones name exactly what you will do in sessions, who will lead, and how often you will meet. The more concrete, the faster the approval.

Choose Your Advisor Carefully

A faculty advisor who is genuinely interested in your club's topic makes everything easier — sessions are more productive, problems get solved faster, and the school is more likely to say yes.

Submit at the Right Time

Proposals submitted at the very beginning of a semester have the best chance of launching that same term. Mid-semester proposals are typically scheduled for the following semester.

Get in Touch

Ready to Submit Your Proposal?

Contact the Activities Coordinator directly — we will walk you through any questions, help you refine your proposal, and get your club on the calendar as soon as possible.

Email activities@universalschool.edu.lb
In Person Student Affairs Office · Main Building
Review Timeline Response within 2 weeks of submission

The clubs that mean the most to a school are rarely the ones created by administration. They are the ones born from a student who cared enough to write a proposal, find four friends, and walk into the Student Affairs office with an idea.

— School Life Team · Universal School, Aramoun
New Clubs · Universal School

The Next Great Club
Starts with You.

Every semester is a new opportunity. Gather your founding members, write your proposal, and bring your idea to life at Universal School.

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Special Events & Competitions

From the excitement of Talent Show night to the rigour of national academic olympiads, Universal School's event calendar is built to challenge every student, celebrate every talent, and connect our community throughout the year.

Events & Competitions

Every student has a stage.
Every talent has its moment.

Universal School runs a rich calendar of internal events — from performing arts to STEM showcases — and actively prepares students to represent the school in regional, national, and international competitions. Whether you shine on stage, in a laboratory, at a debate podium, or in a boardroom simulation, there is a platform here for you.

At a Glance
8+ Annual signature events
5 External competition categories
K–12 All grades participate
3 Academic pathways represented
Throughout the Year

Signature School Events

Eight recurring events anchor the Universal School calendar — each designed to bring out a different dimension of student ability and school community spirit.

Talent Show

A school-wide celebration of performance — music, dance, comedy, spoken word and more. Students audition and take the main stage in front of the entire school community.

Science Fair

Students design and present original research projects judged by teachers and guest experts. Top projects may advance to external science competitions and olympiads.

Spelling Bee

A beloved annual tradition testing vocabulary, composure and precision. Open to all grades, with age-appropriate rounds building toward a school-wide final.

Math Competitions

Timed challenges, problem-solving rounds and team-based math battles across grades. Students build analytical thinking under pressure — and have fun doing it.

Debate Tournaments

Students argue, persuade and rebut on contemporary topics. Internal tournaments prepare teams for external Model UN conferences and debate league competitions.

Entrepreneurship Demo Days

Student ventures built through the Entrepreneurship Pathway are pitched live to a panel of judges, parents, and community members — shark-tank style, with real stakes.

Art Exhibitions

Student artwork — painting, sculpture, digital art and mixed media — displayed in curated school exhibitions open to families and the wider community.

Music & Drama Performances

Full theatrical productions, school concerts and ensemble performances throughout the year — from intimate recitals to end-of-year main stage productions.

Beyond the School Walls

External Competitions

Students who excel in internal events are encouraged and supported to represent Universal School in regional, national, and international competitions across five major categories. These are real stages, real judges, and real experience.

Academic Olympiads

Regional and national competitions in mathematics, sciences, and humanities — testing the highest levels of subject mastery.

Model UN Conferences

Students represent countries, debate global issues, and negotiate resolutions in structured diplomatic simulations hosted across Lebanon.

Robotics Competitions

Teams design, build, and programme robots to complete challenge courses — combining engineering, coding, and creative problem-solving under time pressure.

Business Plan Competitions

Students develop and pitch real business concepts to panels of entrepreneurs and investors — a direct pipeline from the Entrepreneurship Pathway.

Arts & Music Festivals

Students perform and exhibit in inter-school and national festivals, gaining professional-level experience and recognition for creative excellence.

Representing Universal School

Compete beyond Aramoun.
Carry the school's name with pride.

Students selected to represent Universal School in external competitions receive dedicated preparation from subject teachers and coaches, travel support from the school, and formal recognition in the school community upon their return — whether they place or not. Participation is the prize.

How Students Are Selected
Performance in relevant internal school events and competitions
Teacher or department nomination based on demonstrated ability
Open application or tryout process (where applicable)
Maintained academic standing and school conduct record
Parental consent and alignment with competition dates
Connected to Your Pathway

Events Aligned to Every Learning Path

Universal School's three academic pathways each have dedicated events and competitions that bring their curriculum to life beyond the classroom. Every student — regardless of their chosen path — competes, creates, and contributes.

Lebanese Excellence Pathway

Students on the Lebanese curriculum path represent the school in national academic olympiads, spelling bees, and inter-school debate leagues — competing at the highest levels of the Lebanese national education framework.

Academic Olympiads Spelling Bee Debate League Science Fair

Canadian Gateway Pathway (OSSD)

OSSD-track students via Rosedale Academy engage in internationally-focused competitions — Model UN conferences, robotics challenges, and STEM fairs that align with the inquiry and project-based learning ethos of the Canadian curriculum.

Model UN Robotics Science Fair Math Competitions

Entrepreneurship Pathway

Students on the Entrepreneurship track have a dedicated showcase in Demo Days — and compete externally in business plan competitions and startup pitch events, putting real ventures in front of real investors and industry judges.

Demo Days Business Plan Comps Debate Tournaments Arts Festivals
Special Events · Universal School

Every event is open to every student.
Step forward. Compete. Create.

View Events Calendar Register for Competitions

Competition is not about winning. It is about discovering what you are capable of when the stakes are real, the audience is watching, and only you can decide what to do next. That discovery — that moment — is what Universal School builds every event around.

— Academic Affairs Team · Universal School, Aramoun
Special Events & Competitions · Universal School

Your talent deserves a stage.
We built one for you.

From the Talent Show stage to a national olympiad podium, Universal School gives every student the opportunity to compete, perform, and be recognised. 68 years of building students who rise to the moment.

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Leadership Opportunities

At Universal School, leadership is not a title reserved for a select few — it is a skill every student is invited to develop. Through clubs, councils, and community roles, students learn to lead from the front, mentor their peers, and shape the school they belong to.

Leadership at Universal School

Lead your school.
Shape your future.

Universal School's clubs and activities are built to produce more than participants — they produce leaders. Whether you chair a club, mentor a younger student, or captain a team, every leadership role is a deliberate step toward the real-world competencies that universities and employers seek in graduates of character.

Leadership at a Glance
6 Core skills clubs develop
5 Distinct leadership roles
K–12 All grades can lead
68 Years building leaders
What Clubs Build

Skills Every Club Develops

Joining a club is just the beginning. Every club at Universal School is structured to develop six foundational leadership competencies that extend far beyond the activity itself — into academic life, university applications, and professional careers.

Public Speaking & Presentation

From pitching club ideas to presenting event outcomes, students learn to speak clearly, persuasively, and confidently in front of any audience — a skill that shapes every future role they take on.

Event Planning & Organisation

Students plan, coordinate, and execute real events with real audiences. They learn to manage logistics, communicate across teams, and deliver results under deadlines — project management in practice.

Team Collaboration

Clubs are collaborative by nature. Students discover how to work with diverse personalities, resolve disagreements constructively, and harness the strength of a group toward a shared goal — the foundation of every great team.

Responsibility & Accountability

When you lead a club or organise an event, the outcome rests with you. Students learn to own their decisions, follow through on commitments, and take responsibility when things do not go to plan — a rare and essential quality.

Creative Problem-Solving

Real clubs face real challenges. Students learn to think laterally, adapt to unexpected obstacles, and find inventive solutions with limited resources — the mindset that distinguishes great leaders from good ones.

Time Management

Balancing club responsibilities with academic demands is itself a leadership challenge. Students who lead clubs graduate with exceptional time management instincts — and academic records that reflect it.

University-Recognised Leadership roles in clubs are noted on student profiles and strengthen university applications across all three pathways.
Formally Acknowledged Club leaders receive formal recognition at end-of-year ceremonies and in the Universal School annual report.
Skills with Real Value The skills developed through leadership roles are precisely those employers and university admissions panels value most in graduates.
Available Roles

Leadership Roles Available

Five distinct leadership roles are open to students across Universal School — each with its own responsibilities, its own challenges, and its own unique contribution to the school community.

Featured Role

Club President or Coordinator

The highest student leadership role within any club. The president sets direction, chairs meetings, delegates responsibilities, and is the face of the club to the wider school community and faculty. A club president does not just participate — they define what the club stands for and where it goes. This role prepares students for executive responsibility in any future organisation they join.

What This Role Builds
Executive decision-making under real conditions
Delegation and team coordination across multiple roles
Strategic planning and semester-long goal-setting
Representing the club in school-wide forums and events
Building a legacy that outlasts your tenure

Event Organisers

Plan and execute school events from concept to completion — managing venues, schedules, communication, and the unexpected. Every school event has a student organiser behind it.

Peer Mentors

Senior students who support, guide, and encourage younger students through transitions, academic challenges, and school life. One of the most impactful forms of student leadership.

Student Council Representatives

Elected by their grade peers, representatives carry the student voice into school-wide decisions, advocate for their classmates, and build the bridge between students and administration.

Activity Captains

Sports teams, academic clubs, and extracurricular groups are led by student captains who motivate, coordinate, and represent their group in competitions, performances, and school-wide events.

Why It Matters

Leadership is the skill that multiplies every other skill.

A student who can lead brings more value to every team they join, every university they attend, and every career they pursue. Universal School has been building leaders since 1958 — because resilience, vision, and accountability are not taught in textbooks. They are built through experience.

Leadership Outcomes
100% University acceptance rate
68 Years developing student leaders
3 Countries where alumni lead
K–12 Leadership starts early
Your Journey

The Pathway to Leading

Leadership is not appointed — it is earned. Here is how Universal School students move from member to leader across their school journey.

Join a Club

Every leadership journey begins with showing up. Choose a club that aligns with your interests and commit fully to it.

Contribute Actively

Volunteer for tasks, take initiative on projects, and demonstrate reliability. Leaders are noticed before they are elected.

Step Into a Role

Stand for election, apply for a position, or accept a nomination. Take on formal responsibility and begin leading others — not just yourself.

Build a Legacy

The best club leaders leave the club stronger than they found it — with new members, better traditions, and a story worth telling.

Leadership Opportunities · Universal School

Every role is open.
Every student can lead.

Explore All Roles View Student Council

A school that has survived a civil war, rebuilt across three countries, and returned home does not produce followers. It produces people who know how to lead through uncertainty — and that is exactly what Universal School has always set out to build.

— Leadership & Student Life Team · Universal School, Aramoun
Leadership Opportunities · Universal School

The next generation of leaders
is studying here right now.

Universal School has spent 68 years preparing students to lead — in classrooms, in communities, and in careers. Your leadership journey begins the moment you choose to step forward.

Start Your Leadership Journey Apply to Universal School
Student Life · Universal School

Leadership Opportunities

At Universal School, leadership is not a title reserved for a select few — it is a skill every student is invited to develop. Through clubs, councils, and community roles, students learn to lead from the front, mentor their peers, and shape the school they belong to.

Leadership at Universal School

Lead your school.
Shape your future.

Universal School's clubs and activities are built to produce more than participants — they produce leaders. Whether you chair a club, mentor a younger student, or captain a team, every leadership role is a deliberate step toward the real-world competencies that universities and employers seek in graduates of character.

Leadership at a Glance
6 Core skills clubs develop
5 Distinct leadership roles
K–12 All grades can lead
68 Years building leaders
What Clubs Build

Skills Every Club Develops

Joining a club is just the beginning. Every club at Universal School is structured to develop six foundational leadership competencies that extend far beyond the activity itself — into academic life, university applications, and professional careers.

Public Speaking & Presentation

From pitching club ideas to presenting event outcomes, students learn to speak clearly, persuasively, and confidently in front of any audience — a skill that shapes every future role they take on.

Event Planning & Organisation

Students plan, coordinate, and execute real events with real audiences. They learn to manage logistics, communicate across teams, and deliver results under deadlines — project management in practice.

Team Collaboration

Clubs are collaborative by nature. Students discover how to work with diverse personalities, resolve disagreements constructively, and harness the strength of a group toward a shared goal — the foundation of every great team.

Responsibility & Accountability

When you lead a club or organise an event, the outcome rests with you. Students learn to own their decisions, follow through on commitments, and take responsibility when things do not go to plan — a rare and essential quality.

Creative Problem-Solving

Real clubs face real challenges. Students learn to think laterally, adapt to unexpected obstacles, and find inventive solutions with limited resources — the mindset that distinguishes great leaders from good ones.

Time Management

Balancing club responsibilities with academic demands is itself a leadership challenge. Students who lead clubs graduate with exceptional time management instincts — and academic records that reflect it.

University-Recognised Leadership roles in clubs are noted on student profiles and strengthen university applications across all three pathways.
Formally Acknowledged Club leaders receive formal recognition at end-of-year ceremonies and in the Universal School annual report.
Skills with Real Value The skills developed through leadership roles are precisely those employers and university admissions panels value most in graduates.
Available Roles

Leadership Roles Available

Five distinct leadership roles are open to students across Universal School — each with its own responsibilities, its own challenges, and its own unique contribution to the school community.

Featured Role

Club President or Coordinator

The highest student leadership role within any club. The president sets direction, chairs meetings, delegates responsibilities, and is the face of the club to the wider school community and faculty. A club president does not just participate — they define what the club stands for and where it goes. This role prepares students for executive responsibility in any future organisation they join.

What This Role Builds
Executive decision-making under real conditions
Delegation and team coordination across multiple roles
Strategic planning and semester-long goal-setting
Representing the club in school-wide forums and events
Building a legacy that outlasts your tenure

Event Organisers

Plan and execute school events from concept to completion — managing venues, schedules, communication, and the unexpected. Every school event has a student organiser behind it.

Peer Mentors

Senior students who support, guide, and encourage younger students through transitions, academic challenges, and school life. One of the most impactful forms of student leadership.

Student Council Representatives

Elected by their grade peers, representatives carry the student voice into school-wide decisions, advocate for their classmates, and build the bridge between students and administration.

Activity Captains

Sports teams, academic clubs, and extracurricular groups are led by student captains who motivate, coordinate, and represent their group in competitions, performances, and school-wide events.

Why It Matters

Leadership is the skill that multiplies every other skill.

A student who can lead brings more value to every team they join, every university they attend, and every career they pursue. Universal School has been building leaders since 1958 — because resilience, vision, and accountability are not taught in textbooks. They are built through experience.

Leadership Outcomes
100% University acceptance rate
68 Years developing student leaders
3 Countries where alumni lead
K–12 Leadership starts early
Your Journey

The Pathway to Leading

Leadership is not appointed — it is earned. Here is how Universal School students move from member to leader across their school journey.

Join a Club

Every leadership journey begins with showing up. Choose a club that aligns with your interests and commit fully to it.

Contribute Actively

Volunteer for tasks, take initiative on projects, and demonstrate reliability. Leaders are noticed before they are elected.

Step Into a Role

Stand for election, apply for a position, or accept a nomination. Take on formal responsibility and begin leading others — not just yourself.

Build a Legacy

The best club leaders leave the club stronger than they found it — with new members, better traditions, and a story worth telling.

Leadership Opportunities · Universal School

Every role is open.
Every student can lead.

Explore All Roles View Student Council

A school that has survived a civil war, rebuilt across three countries, and returned home does not produce followers. It produces people who know how to lead through uncertainty — and that is exactly what Universal School has always set out to build.

— Leadership & Student Life Team · Universal School, Aramoun
Leadership Opportunities · Universal School

The next generation of leaders
is studying here right now.

Universal School has spent 68 years preparing students to lead — in classrooms, in communities, and in careers. Your leadership journey begins the moment you choose to step forward.

Start Your Leadership Journey Apply to Universal School
Community · Universal School

Parent Volunteers

At Universal School, parents are not bystanders — they are partners. When families bring their time, talent, and presence into the life of the school, students feel it. They perform better, connect more deeply, and understand that learning extends beyond the classroom door.

Parent Engagement

Your involvement shapes
every student's experience.

Universal School has always been a community of families — not just students. From our founding in Burj Hamoud in 1958 through our rebuilding in Aramoun, parent involvement has been a constant source of strength. Today, we invite every family to continue that tradition by contributing in ways that fit their expertise, schedule, and passion. Whether you can give an hour or a semester, there is a meaningful role for you here.

What Parents Bring
Real-world expertise and professional insight
Care and commitment to student wellbeing
Diverse cultural and community connections
Energy and enthusiasm that inspires students
Ways to Help

Five Ways to Make a Difference

Every family can contribute meaningfully — regardless of schedule or background. Here are the five most impactful ways parents currently support Universal School's student life programme.

Serve as a Club Advisor

Parents with relevant expertise are invited to serve as advisors for specific clubs — guiding students, sharing professional knowledge, and providing real-world context that no textbook can replicate. Advisors attend club sessions, offer mentorship, and help students connect their activities to genuine career and life outcomes.

Requires school clearance
Clearance process: All parents serving in an advisory or supervisory capacity complete a simple school clearance process in line with our child safeguarding policy.

Share Professional Expertise

Parents are often experts in fields our students are exploring — law, medicine, engineering, entrepreneurship, design, education, and more. A guest session from a parent professional can inspire students more deeply than any lecture. Whether it is a 30-minute talk, a workshop, or a career conversation, your expertise is genuinely valuable here.

No minimum commitment: Even a single session makes a lasting impression. Contact the Activities Coordinator to arrange.

Chaperone Field Trips & Events

Parents who accompany students on field trips and school events play a vital role in safety, supervision, and enriching the experience. Your presence allows us to offer more off-campus learning opportunities — and students genuinely appreciate seeing family members engaged in their school life.

Provide Materials or Resources

Clubs and events often benefit from materials, equipment, or resources that families may be well placed to provide or connect us to. Whether it is art supplies for an exhibition, ingredients for a bake sale, or access to a professional network — every contribution counts and every gesture of generosity is remembered.

Attend Performances & Showcases

Sometimes the most powerful thing a parent can do is simply show up. When students perform, exhibit, and present — your presence in the audience tells them their work matters. Attending talent shows, science fairs, art exhibitions, and drama performances is itself a meaningful form of parent involvement that costs nothing but time.

Why It Matters

The Impact of Parent Involvement

Decades of research — and six decades of Universal School's own experience — confirm what families already know intuitively: children thrive when their parents are genuinely present in their education.

When Parents Engage, Students Excel

The Universal School family difference
Stronger Academic Motivation Students whose parents engage with school activities show greater intrinsic motivation, higher grades, and stronger academic persistence across all subject areas and grade levels.
Richer Club Experiences Parent advisors and guest speakers bring depth that student-only clubs cannot achieve alone — connecting classroom learning to professional and community life in ways that last a lifetime.
A Stronger School Culture When families attend events, chaperone trips, and donate materials, they signal to every student that the school community extends beyond its walls — and that belonging here means something.
Modelling What Leadership Looks Like Children who see their parents serve, contribute, and show up for the community internalise those values. Parent volunteers are not just helping the school — they are teaching the most important lessons.
68 Years of family partnership Since 1958, Burj Hamoud
3 Countries our parent community spans Lebanon · Cyprus · Greece
100% University acceptance — built with families Parent engagement is part of the outcome
Get Involved

How to Start Volunteering

Getting involved is straightforward. Reach out to our Activities Coordinator — they will match your availability and interests to the opportunities that make the most sense for you and your child's school community.

The Process — Simple & Welcoming

From first contact to first contribution
Contact the Activities Coordinator Reach out by phone, email, or in person at the school main reception. Let us know who you are, your child's grade, and how you would like to help.
Share your interests and availability Tell us what you are passionate about, what skills you bring, and how much time you can realistically offer. There is no minimum commitment.
Complete clearance if required Parents serving in advisory or supervisory roles complete a brief safeguarding clearance. The coordinator will guide you through every step.
Begin contributing — your way Whether it is advising a club, attending a performance, or donating materials for an event — you are now part of the Universal School volunteer family.
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Every family has something to give.
Every contribution changes a student's year.

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This school survived because its community refused to let it die. Families packed up and followed us to Cyprus, to Greece, and back to Lebanon. That kind of commitment is not something you manufacture — it is something you honour by keeping the door open for every parent who wants to be part of what we are building here.

— Community & Family Engagement Team · Universal School, Aramoun
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The school is built by the community
that chooses to show up.

Universal School has endured for 68 years because families chose to stay, to rebuild, and to invest in their children's future together. That spirit lives on in every parent who volunteers today.

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Activities Showcase

Four times a year, Universal School opens its doors wide — inviting families, friends, and the wider community to witness what our students have been building, creating, and achieving. These are not just school events. They are celebrations of what becomes possible when young people are given the space to lead.

Annual Showcase Events

Four events. One year.
Every student on the stage.

Universal School's annual showcase events are where the year's work comes alive. Whether a student has been painting, building a startup, engineering a science experiment, or rehearsing for a performance — these four events are the moments they get to show the world what they have accomplished. Families are not just welcome — they are the audience every student deserves.

Showcase at a Glance
4 Annual showcase events
K–12 All grades participate
3 Academic pathways featured
Open To all families & community
Annual Events

The Four Signature Showcases

Each showcase event is designed around a different dimension of student life at Universal School — from creative arts to scientific discovery, entrepreneurial ambition to whole-school celebration.

Spring · End of Semester 2

Spring Arts Festival

Universal School's most visually spectacular event of the year. Students across all grades display original artwork, perform live music, stage dramatic productions, and present creative projects in a full-evening festival format open to the entire community. The Spring Arts Festival is where every artistic discipline — painting, sculpture, digital design, theatre, dance, and music — converges into one unforgettable evening of student-led celebration.

Live music and ensemble performances across grade levels
Curated visual art exhibition — painting, sculpture, digital art
Drama and theatrical performances on the main stage
Dance showcases and creative movement performances
Open to: All students KG–Grade 12, families, and the wider community
Semester 2 · Academic Year

Entrepreneurship Demo Day

The centrepiece event of Universal School's Entrepreneurship Pathway. Students who have developed real business concepts throughout the year present their ventures to a live panel of judges — entrepreneurs, business leaders, and community stakeholders — in a structured pitch format. This is not a classroom exercise. It is a real pitch, with real feedback, in front of a real audience. Parents are invited to witness their children think, speak, and lead like founders.

Live pitch presentations to expert judges and investors
Product demos, prototypes, and market research displays
Q&A rounds with business community guests
Awards for most innovative, most viable, and best-pitched ventures
Open to: Families, business community, and invited guests
Mid-Year · Semester 2

Science & Innovation Fair

Students present original research projects, engineering challenges, and scientific experiments to a panel of expert judges and an open audience of families and peers. The Science & Innovation Fair spans every discipline — biology, physics, chemistry, environmental science, technology, and cross-disciplinary innovation — with top projects selected to represent Universal School in external competitions.

Student-led research displays with live demonstrations
Expert judging panel from science and technology fields
Top projects advance to regional and national olympiads
Open to: Families, science community, and invited guests
June · End of Academic Year

End-of-Year Celebration

Universal School's most beloved annual tradition — the event where the entire school community, from KG through Grade 12, comes together to mark another year of growth, achievement, and resilience. Academic achievements are recognised, Grade 12 students are honoured, student leaders are celebrated, and the school year is closed with the kind of warmth and ceremony that only 68 years of tradition can produce.

Academic excellence awards and honours ceremony
Grade 12 graduation and farewell celebration
Student leadership and club contribution recognition
Open to: All families, alumni, and the full school community
Families Welcome

Celebrate Together

Every showcase event is designed to be a shared experience — for students and the families who have supported them. Your presence in the audience is never just attendance. It is the recognition every student works the whole year to receive.

Families Are the Audience

Every event. Every student. Every family welcome.

Come and witness
what your child has built.

Universal School's showcase events are not ticketed galas for a selected few. They are open community celebrations — designed to bring parents, siblings, grandparents, and friends into the school to see the full range of what students achieve when they are given the right environment, the right mentors, and the right challenge. These events belong to the families as much as they belong to the students.

What Families Experience
Live performances, pitches, and exhibitions in a festive atmosphere
One-to-one time with students as they present their work
Recognition ceremonies honouring achievement across pathways
Community gathering with faculty, staff, and school leadership
The pride of watching your child shine in front of their school
Event invitations sent to all families Families receive individual invitations with event details, dates, and schedules through the school's family communication channels ahead of each showcase.

A Year in the Making

Everything students create, research, build, and rehearse throughout the year finds its moment at a showcase event. These are not last-minute displays — they are the result of sustained effort, mentorship, and genuine creative and intellectual investment.

The Whole Community, Together

Showcase events bring together every grade level, every faculty member, every family, and every pathway under one roof — reminding everyone that Universal School is not just an institution. It is a community with 68 years of shared history and purpose.

Recognition That Lasts

Being applauded by your family and peers for work you created — that memory stays with a student long after the event ends. Universal School's showcases are intentionally designed to create those lasting moments of pride, recognition, and belonging.

Academic Calendar

Mark Your Calendar

Four events spread across the academic year — each one a milestone in the Universal School calendar that families should plan to attend.

Semester 2

Science & Innovation Fair

Research projects, engineering challenges, and scientific innovation on display

Mid Semester 2

Entrepreneurship Demo Day

Student startups pitched live to judges, parents, and business guests

Spring

Spring Arts Festival

Music, drama, visual art, and dance — a full evening of creative celebration

June

End-of-Year Celebration

The year's closing ceremony — awards, graduation, and whole-school community

Activities Showcase · Universal School

Four events. Your family.
Your student's moment to shine.

View Full Events Calendar Get Involved as a Parent

The showcase is not the end of the year. It is the reason for the year. Every lesson, every practice, every late-night project — it all points toward one evening when a student stands in front of the people they love and says: look at what I made. That moment is everything.

— Student Life Team · Universal School, Aramoun
Activities Showcase · Universal School

Come and see what
68 years of education looks like.

Universal School's showcase events are open to every family, every year. Four celebrations. Four opportunities to see your student shine. We will see you there.

Explore All Showcase Events Apply to Universal School
Student Life · Universal School

Activities Showcase

Four times a year, Universal School opens its doors wide — inviting families, friends, and the wider community to witness what our students have been building, creating, and achieving. These are not just school events. They are celebrations of what becomes possible when young people are given the space to lead.

Annual Showcase Events

Four events. One year.
Every student on the stage.

Universal School's annual showcase events are where the year's work comes alive. Whether a student has been painting, building a startup, engineering a science experiment, or rehearsing for a performance — these four events are the moments they get to show the world what they have accomplished. Families are not just welcome — they are the audience every student deserves.

Showcase at a Glance
4 Annual showcase events
K–12 All grades participate
3 Academic pathways featured
Open To all families & community
Annual Events

The Four Signature Showcases

Each showcase event is designed around a different dimension of student life at Universal School — from creative arts to scientific discovery, entrepreneurial ambition to whole-school celebration.

Spring · End of Semester 2

Spring Arts Festival

Universal School's most visually spectacular event of the year. Students across all grades display original artwork, perform live music, stage dramatic productions, and present creative projects in a full-evening festival format open to the entire community. The Spring Arts Festival is where every artistic discipline — painting, sculpture, digital design, theatre, dance, and music — converges into one unforgettable evening of student-led celebration.

Live music and ensemble performances across grade levels
Curated visual art exhibition — painting, sculpture, digital art
Drama and theatrical performances on the main stage
Dance showcases and creative movement performances
Open to: All students KG–Grade 12, families, and the wider community
Semester 2 · Academic Year

Entrepreneurship Demo Day

The centrepiece event of Universal School's Entrepreneurship Pathway. Students who have developed real business concepts throughout the year present their ventures to a live panel of judges — entrepreneurs, business leaders, and community stakeholders — in a structured pitch format. This is not a classroom exercise. It is a real pitch, with real feedback, in front of a real audience. Parents are invited to witness their children think, speak, and lead like founders.

Live pitch presentations to expert judges and investors
Product demos, prototypes, and market research displays
Q&A rounds with business community guests
Awards for most innovative, most viable, and best-pitched ventures
Open to: Families, business community, and invited guests
Mid-Year · Semester 2

Science & Innovation Fair

Students present original research projects, engineering challenges, and scientific experiments to a panel of expert judges and an open audience of families and peers. The Science & Innovation Fair spans every discipline — biology, physics, chemistry, environmental science, technology, and cross-disciplinary innovation — with top projects selected to represent Universal School in external competitions.

Student-led research displays with live demonstrations
Expert judging panel from science and technology fields
Top projects advance to regional and national olympiads
Open to: Families, science community, and invited guests
June · End of Academic Year

End-of-Year Celebration

Universal School's most beloved annual tradition — the event where the entire school community, from KG through Grade 12, comes together to mark another year of growth, achievement, and resilience. Academic achievements are recognised, Grade 12 students are honoured, student leaders are celebrated, and the school year is closed with the kind of warmth and ceremony that only 68 years of tradition can produce.

Academic excellence awards and honours ceremony
Grade 12 graduation and farewell celebration
Student leadership and club contribution recognition
Open to: All families, alumni, and the full school community
Families Welcome

Celebrate Together

Every showcase event is designed to be a shared experience — for students and the families who have supported them. Your presence in the audience is never just attendance. It is the recognition every student works the whole year to receive.

Families Are the Audience

Every event. Every student. Every family welcome.

Come and witness
what your child has built.

Universal School's showcase events are not ticketed galas for a selected few. They are open community celebrations — designed to bring parents, siblings, grandparents, and friends into the school to see the full range of what students achieve when they are given the right environment, the right mentors, and the right challenge. These events belong to the families as much as they belong to the students.

What Families Experience
Live performances, pitches, and exhibitions in a festive atmosphere
One-to-one time with students as they present their work
Recognition ceremonies honouring achievement across pathways
Community gathering with faculty, staff, and school leadership
The pride of watching your child shine in front of their school
Event invitations sent to all families Families receive individual invitations with event details, dates, and schedules through the school's family communication channels ahead of each showcase.

A Year in the Making

Everything students create, research, build, and rehearse throughout the year finds its moment at a showcase event. These are not last-minute displays — they are the result of sustained effort, mentorship, and genuine creative and intellectual investment.

The Whole Community, Together

Showcase events bring together every grade level, every faculty member, every family, and every pathway under one roof — reminding everyone that Universal School is not just an institution. It is a community with 68 years of shared history and purpose.

Recognition That Lasts

Being applauded by your family and peers for work you created — that memory stays with a student long after the event ends. Universal School's showcases are intentionally designed to create those lasting moments of pride, recognition, and belonging.

Academic Calendar

Mark Your Calendar

Four events spread across the academic year — each one a milestone in the Universal School calendar that families should plan to attend.

Semester 2

Science & Innovation Fair

Research projects, engineering challenges, and scientific innovation on display

Mid Semester 2

Entrepreneurship Demo Day

Student startups pitched live to judges, parents, and business guests

Spring

Spring Arts Festival

Music, drama, visual art, and dance — a full evening of creative celebration

June

End-of-Year Celebration

The year's closing ceremony — awards, graduation, and whole-school community

Activities Showcase · Universal School

Four events. Your family.
Your student's moment to shine.

View Full Events Calendar Get Involved as a Parent

The showcase is not the end of the year. It is the reason for the year. Every lesson, every practice, every late-night project — it all points toward one evening when a student stands in front of the people they love and says: look at what I made. That moment is everything.

— Student Life Team · Universal School, Aramoun
Activities Showcase · Universal School

Come and see what
68 years of education looks like.

Universal School's showcase events are open to every family, every year. Four celebrations. Four opportunities to see your student shine. We will see you there.

Explore All Showcase Events Apply to Universal School
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Contact the Activities Office

Whether you are a student with a question about joining a club, a parent interested in volunteering, or a family with a practical question about transport or competitions — the Activities Office is your first and friendliest point of contact. We are here to help.

Activities Office

Questions welcome.
Every enquiry answered.

The Activities Coordinator is the dedicated point of contact for everything related to student life outside the classroom at Universal School. From the moment a student asks about joining a club to the day a parent wants to volunteer as an advisor — this office handles it all with warmth, speed, and genuine care for student experience. No question is too small. No idea is too ambitious.

Activities Coordinator
Activities Coordinator [Coordinator Name] Student Life & Community Engagement
Email [coordinator@universalschool.edu.lb]
Phone [+961 X XXX XXXX]
In Person Main Building · Room [XX], Aramoun
How We Can Help

Questions About Any of These?

The Activities Office handles enquiries across five areas of student life — from the practical to the aspirational. Whatever your question, this is the right place to start.

Current Club Offerings

Want to know what clubs are running this semester, which ones have open spots, when they meet, and how to join? The Activities Coordinator maintains the full live list of active clubs across all grades and activity types — academic, creative, athletic, and community.

Which clubs are active Meeting schedules Grade eligibility How to sign up

Starting a New Club

Have an idea for a club that does not exist yet? The Activities Office is the gateway to making it happen. Students and parents alike can initiate the process — from submitting a proposal to finding a faculty advisor and getting the club formally recognised and funded.

Club proposal process Finding an advisor Minimum membership Budget access

Activity Participation

Questions about how activities are structured, what commitment is expected from participants, how absences are handled, and what the requirements are for staying active in a club — all handled here. The office ensures participation is clear, fair, and accessible.

Attendance requirements Multi-club participation Academic balance Withdrawing from a club

Transportation for Activities

Field trips, off-campus competitions, community service projects, and external events often require transport arrangements. The Activities Office coordinates all logistics, permission requirements, and family communications around student travel — so that no student misses an opportunity because of a practical barrier.

Field trip logistics Permission forms Competition travel Safety arrangements

Competition Opportunities

Interested in representing Universal School in an external competition — academic olympiads, Model UN, robotics, business plans, or arts festivals? The Activities Coordinator maintains all upcoming competition calendars, selection processes, and preparation support pathways for students wanting to compete beyond the school.

Upcoming competitions Selection criteria Preparation support External registration
Get in Touch

How to Reach the Activities Office

Three channels, one team, one goal — to make student activities as accessible and well-supported as possible for every student and family at Universal School.

Email Write to Us Directly [coordinator@universalschool.edu.lb]

Best for detailed enquiries, documentation requests, competition applications, and anything that benefits from a written record. We respond to all emails within one school day.

Telephone Call During Office Hours [+961 X XXX XXXX]

Ideal for quick questions, urgent logistics, and transport arrangements. Our coordinator is available during school hours Monday through Friday and will return any missed calls the same day.

In Person Visit the Activities Office Main Building · Room [XX] · Aramoun Campus

Students and parents are welcome to visit the Activities Office during school hours. No appointment needed for general enquiries — just drop in. For meetings about new club proposals or competition programmes, scheduling in advance is appreciated.

Office Hours

Aramoun Campus · Main Building
Monday – Thursday 7:30 AM – 4:00 PM
Friday 7:30 AM – 2:00 PM
Saturday Closed
Sunday Closed
Hours may vary during school holidays, exam periods, and national events. Check the school calendar or email ahead to confirm availability.

What to Expect

Our response commitments
Email enquiries replied to within 1 school day
Phone calls returned the same school day
New club proposals reviewed within 5 school days
Competition enquiries responded to within 2 school days
Send an Enquiry

Send Us a Message

Use the form below to send your question directly to the Activities Coordinator. We will respond within one school day — and if your question needs to go elsewhere, we will make sure it gets to the right person.

Activities Office Enquiry Form

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Direct Contact Details

Activities Coordinator — Direct Contact

Everything in one place — the coordinator's profile and all three contact channels, so you always know exactly who to reach and how to reach them.

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The Activities Office exists for one reason: to make sure that no student at Universal School ever misses an opportunity because they did not know where to ask, who to talk to, or whether it was worth trying. It is always worth trying. And we are always here.

— Student Life & Activities Team · Universal School, Aramoun
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Every great club, competition,
and showcase begins with one question.

Universal School has built 68 years of student life by saying yes to curiosity, ambition, and community. Ask your question — we are ready.

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