School officials and students during the Annual Prize Distribution Ceremony.
DOHA: Pakistan International School, Qatar (PISQ) hosted its Annual Prize Distribution Ceremony 2025 at Arbab Hall on Thursday evening, honouring outstanding academic achievers across all wings of the school.
The event was attended by parents, teachers, students, members of the Board of Governors, and distinguished guests.
The school had the privilege of welcoming Dr. Shehzad Anjum as the Chief Guest. Dr. Anjum, a proud alumnus of PISQ, is currently serving at Hamad Medical Corporation as Senior Consultant in the Emergency Department, Vice Chair of Education, and Residency Program Director, in addition to holding faculty positions at Qatar University and Weill Cornell Medicine–Qatar. The ceremony was also graced by the presence of Amanullah Khan, an ex-teacher of PISQ, who attended as a Special Guest.
A charming welcome performance by the Kindergarten wing set the tone for the evening, after which medals and certificates were awarded to high achievers from the KG, Primary, Girls, Boys, Cambridge, and Evening wings. The achievements of International Kangaroo Mathematics Contest (IKMC) gold medalists were also recognized, along with certificates of appreciation for invigilators.
Adding to the cultural richness of the program, middle school students presented a thought-provoking mime on water conservation, highlighting environmental challenges faced by Pakistan. A documentary showcasing the school’s progress and milestones further underlined PISQ’s commitment to excellence.
In his address, Dr. Shehzad Anjum expressed pride in returning to his alma mater and praised the efforts of students and teachers. He reflected on his own journey as a science student from PISQ to his current professional role, stressing the importance of hard work, resilience, and education. He particularly appreciated the mime performance on saving water, urging students to pair their academic success with responsibility towards society.
The Principal of PISQ presented a token of gratitude to the Chief Guest in recognition of his inspiring presence. The evening concluded with thanks to parents, staff, and students, followed by refreshments and informal interaction.
The event reinforced PISQ’s role as a hub of academic achievement and holistic development in Qatar’s Pakistani community, leaving students motivated to aim higher in their educational pursuits.
