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Helen Pereira-Raso feat Head of Student Ambassadors
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DIVISIONAL NEWS
DIVISIONAL NEWS
UPCOMING AT DAA
UPCOMING AT DAA
ECO COMMITTEE 🌿
ECO COMMITTEE 🌿
ADMISSIONS OPEN FOR 26-27
COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS
COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS
DUBAI 30X30 CHALLENGE
DUBAI 30X30 CHALLENGE
Dear DAA Community,
The Dubai Fitness Challenge 30x30 begins this Saturday October 31st! It will run for 30 days, and you are all encouraged to be physically active every single day for 30 minutes. There are tons of free events, classes and fitness villages around the city. Started by HH Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashed Al Maktoum, and this year will be the 10th anniversary. Watch his video here for inspiration!
DFC Nostalgia bilingual - 16x9 (1).mp4
I invite you to register for the DFC at this link and use our school group code 6GEDAA when you register for an event, such as the Dubai Ride and Dubai Run. You will find all sorts of information, dates and photos here!
In addition, you can download and use the Steppi App for free, tracking your steps and your minutes. It is a great way to stay organized and see your progress. Go to Challenges, and join the Dubai Fitness Challenge.
For staff and students Grade 8 and above, you can join the Challenge on the Steppi App using our unique school code below. We can see our school progress on the STEPPI App Leaderboards, where you can your own 30x30, celebrate your achievements and help move GEMS Dubai American Academy up the citywide leaderboard.
STEPPI APP: GEMS DUBAI AMERICAN ACADEMY
TEAM CODE - E 36493
We cordially invite you to share photos / videos of you being physically active! Please tag @gems_daa and @dubaifitnesschallenge and hashtag #whatsyour30x30.
Whether it’s at the Dubai Run or another non-DFC 30x30 activity, we’d love to see you!
Are you up for the challenge?
Allison Deakin
Head of Department – Elementary Physical Education
JV/Varsity Badminton Coach
2026-2027 ACADEMIC CALENDAR
2026-2027 ACADEMIC CALENDAR
DAA School Calendar 2026_2027 (2).docxSAFEGUARDING
SAFEGUARDING
DAA Safeguarding team
DAA Safeguarding team
Safeguarding at DAA means that everyone is responsible for helping students keep safe.
See our poster around campus and digitally to know who to talk to if you need help or to share concerns with a member of DAA safeguarding team.
You can find the GEMS Safeguarding policy here.
Click here for Wadeema's Law
Contact our team at: safeguarding_daa@gemsedu.com
DAA LISTENS
DAA LISTENS
At DAA we are committed to communicating effectively with our families. We believe that open communication between home and school is a vital component of our student’s success.
We are excited to continue our communication channel within our school community, DAA Listens. By scanning this QR code you will be able to share your compliments, comments or concerns directly with our Superintendent. There are 6 mailboxes located around the school, where students and parents can drop a postcard. Either method will ensure that our Superintendent will receive the communication and that a member of staff will be back in touch with you quickly.
Your voice is highly valued and we look forward to listening to your feedback as we collectively seek to enhance every student’s experience at our school.
SECURITY AWARENESS FOR DAA COMMUNITY
SECURITY AWARENESS FOR DAA COMMUNITY
🌐 In today's digital world, online safety is more critical than ever. At GEMS Education, we believe in empowering our parents with the knowledge to protect themselves and their families from online threats. From recognizing phishing attempts to practicing safe browsing habits, here are essential tips for staying secure in the digital landscape. Let's work together to create safer online experiences for our community.
#OnlineSafety #CyberSecurity #GEMSEducation #ParentTips
GEMS_Security_Awareness-Parents.mp4OTHER INFORMATION
OTHER INFORMATION
DAA ATTENDANCE POLICY
DAA ATTENDANCE POLICY
Attendance Policy 2025-26 .pdfGEMS HOME LEARNING POLICY
GEMS HOME LEARNING POLICY
GEMS Home Learning Policy 2024.pptxLANYARD POLICY
LANYARD POLICY
Everyone is required to present and wear their ID and lanyard on campus.
Dark blue Student Lanyards are to be worn at all times on campus (GR 3 - 12).
Please ensure you have your family and student lanyards.
Lost ID Cards: If you have lost your ID card you must purchase a replacement via the GEMS Connect App or Accounts office.
Go to the GEMS Connect App
Select Activities
Select School Activities
You will see the option to pay for the Lost/Damaged ID Card *Please screenshot proof of purchase/receipt confirmation
Once the purchase is complete, visit the main reception to confirm which ID card you need printed.
The health and safety of our learning community is always our number one priority. Many of our students and families use the unpaved sand areas across the street to walk to their pick-up location or residence. These areas are not designated parking spaces or roadways, and therefore should remain clear. Driving through these areas creates a hazard for our community members and is subject to RTA regulations.
We encourage all of our community members to report any dangerous activity they see through the Dubai Police App. This reporting will help keep our entire learning community safe.
KEY CONTACTS
Dubai American Academy Main Landline: 04 704 9777 Main Email: receptionist_daa@gemsedu.com
ADMINISTRATION
ADMISSIONS Registrar_daa@gemsedu.com Admissions Secretary - 04 704 9709Ana Kostic - 04 7049708Tanya S - 04 7049707
PARENT RELATIONS EXECUTIVE Melissa Lee - 04 7049 710Communication_daa@gemsedu.com
FRONT OF HOUSE Nadia Naidoo - 04 704 9701Heba Ezzat - 04 704 9700
FINANCEfinance_daa@gemsedu.com 04 704 9740 / 04 704 9744
ADMINISTRATION
ADMISSIONS Registrar_daa@gemsedu.com Admissions Secretary - 04 704 9709Ana Kostic - 04 7049708Tanya S - 04 7049707
PARENT RELATIONS EXECUTIVE Melissa Lee - 04 7049 710Communication_daa@gemsedu.com
FRONT OF HOUSE Nadia Naidoo - 04 704 9701Heba Ezzat - 04 704 9700
FINANCEfinance_daa@gemsedu.com 04 704 9740 / 04 704 9744
HEALTHhealthoffice_daa@Gemsedu.com / 04 704 9761
GOVERNMENT RELATIONSSoheir Mohamed S.MOHAMED_DAA@gemsedu.com
SLICES CATERINGcustomersupport@slices.ae / 054 792 7503https://pay.slices.ae/support/ticket/submit
STS BUS SERVICEVilina Wilsonsde-daa@sts-group.com / 04 704 9755
IT SUPPORThelpdeskforstudents@gemsdaa.net047049793
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