To all Leopards,

It has been a great start to the school year and we have had a lot of enthusiasm for our Season One sports at all levels. The students and coaches are looking forward to a great season. We are so happy to have our local league EAC and our international league MESAC back and running. It will all kick off Friday September 16th when our volleyball teams are in action versus ACS Abu Dhabi.

Sports Offerings for 2022-23.

Athletics Calendar 2022-23

Two important upcoming events are listed below, please note team selections is always a tough time for both students and coaches. Please support your child in the event they were not selected. Coaches will make their selections, and inform students who were not selected what is needs improvement for future team selections. Once teams are selected respective team coaches will inform their students of the practice schedule.

                     Friday September 9th              Team Selections

                     Monday September 12th         Season One begins   

Finally, some news regarding our After School Activities program for KG2 to Grade 8 students. On Thursday September 1st before school there will be an Activities Fair outside by the Center of Excellence. This fair is an opportunity for parents to gather information regarding the Activities Program, meet 3rd party providers from ESM. Below you will find important dates and information:

                     Monday September 7th           ASA Registration opens

                     Friday September 16th            ASA Registration closes

                     Monday September 19th         ASA’s begin

                     Friday November 25th             ASA’s end

If there are any questions you can contact the Athletics Office in person or by email s.hibbard_daa@gemsedu.com

We look forward to you getting involved in a great program.

The Athletics and Activities Department

*Reminder 

We aim to respond to your queries as soon as possible. To assist us with this process, please always include the student/s full name, grade and teacher details when emailing the Athletics Department. 

 ASA programmes will start on Monday 19th September

There are still spaces remaining if you wish to book an after school activity through the school or ESM. Visit www.esm.ae/active to register and book your child’s place.