The Youth Connection Project

On the 27th, 28th, and 29th of January the First Secondary students spent the weekend at the Mariapoli center in Knaitre as part of a drug prevention training offered by Oum el Nour, a non-profit organization whose sole purpose is drug prevention and rehabilitation. The program, called the Youth Connection Project, entails increasing interaction among the youth around the problem of drug addiction, in an effort to make them active agents in drug prevention. The students, with accompanying teachers and staff members, participated in workshops circling around addiction, treatment, and personal testimonies.

Posted on 06 Feb 2012 by secnews

Motion to Vote JM as the Best Delegation!

The Secondary Division’s Model United Nations club takes on yet another successful conference! On the 20th and 21st of January, twelve of our students participated in the 9th annual American Community School Lebanon Model United Nations. They blew away everyone’s minds as they debated such topics as cyber terrorism, the admission of Kosovo to the United Nations, the death penalty, and the Palestinian-Israeli conflict. Acting as ambassadors for countries like Pakistan, Germany, Belgium, and India, the students argued their nation’s positions and heatedly debated the resolutions: yet another reason our students made the school proud!

Posted on 25 Jan 2012 by secnews

The Secondary Students Embrace the Christmas Spirit

“Loneliness and the feeling of being unwanted is the most terrible poverty.” - Mother Teresa

The 22nd of December was a true testimony to the spirit and real meaning of Christmas: after the CE department presented an inspirational assembly, the First Secondary students were divided into six groups, each accompanied by two missionaries from Mission de Vie. With cleaning material in hand, they visited a total of nine homes of senior citizens stricken with poverty and living alone. However, it was not a grim matter, as everyone involved sang Christmas carols, shared stories, and, most importantly, prayed together.
The 3SE visited Martha and Mariam, a non-governmental organization centered in Ajaltoun, which aims to help prostitutes and physically violated women. The students watched a documentary and a filmed testimony, and ate together with the women living in the institute as they handed them shower gels, shampoos, toothpaste and toothbrushes.
The 3LS and GS made their way to Darbessama for a very special day as well: carrying food products such as oil, milk, and chocolate, they visited the homes of five patients who suffer from chronic diseases, and gave them a very special Christmas as they filled their houses with smiles and joy.

Although the Second Secondary students stayed in the division, their day was nonetheless equally eventful. The 2S Christmas Scavenger Hunt took place from 11:00 a.m. till 12:30 p.m. as the students were divided into four groups and participated in four phases: photo shooting, Christmas caroling in other divisions around the school, answering Christmas questions, and the collection of Christmas items.
This incredible day ended with presentations, inspiring stories, and even more caroling in the Ruby Theater with all classes present. Happy New Year!

Posted on 11 Jan 2012 by secnews

Feeding the World on St. Barbara’s Day!

The motto: Together, we create a masterpiece!
A special day indeed! A day when the spirit of the Division shone as we ALL worked hand in hand: From assembly to receiving the toddlers, to the grand fiesta of feeding the world…
And because a picture paints a thousand words, feast your eyes on what happened on December 2, 2011 in the Secondary Division.

Posted on 02 Dec 2011 by secnews

3ind Sawt el Watan!

“One, two! One, two! One, two!” The vibrant voice echoed through the Jesus & Mary auditorium as the Secondary students, guided by First Lieutenant Bassil Lattouf, marched their way in behind the proud flag bearers. Four students from the two corners of the auditorium rappelled from the ceiling carrying the Lebanese flag and a banner on which متجزرين هون was printed in army camouflage colors. The phrase was also stamped on the cheek of everyone in the Secondary Division: students and staff alike. The military march left the spectators in awe. This performance was diligently prepared to pay tribute to the Lebanese Army – symbol of our unity on Flag Day on Friday, November 18, 2011.

On the other hand, and to emphasize the vital need for all Lebanese to remain متجزرين هون, the division received Bishop Camile Zeidan in the Ruby Theater, who spoke to the students, staff members and attending parents about the urgency of keeping, and not selling, our land. The figures and graphs he presented were poignant and the examples of depopulation he cited were indeed alarming. Food for thought and ACTION!

Who could have asked for a better way to celebrate Lebanon’s red, white and green?

Posted on 28 Nov 2011 by secnews

Allo Allo Proves to be a Major Success - Again!

After gaining immediate success last year, the Secondary student production Allo Allo was performed on Sunday November 6, 2011, in the Ruby Theater. Under the direction of Mr. Tony Kahoush, and based on a BBC sitcom, the play takes in a small French café during World War II, and is filled with physical comedy, amusing accents, jokes and puns. The theater was packed as the First and Second Secondary students unmasked their seemingly hidden acting talents and made this production one of the most entertaining ones yet.

Posted on 15 Nov 2011 by secnews

Look into My Eyes

On the 4th and 5th of November, 2011, the Second Secondary participated in a very special weekend, whose theme was Look into My Eyes. The weekend took place in Bon Pasteur, Ain Aar, and consisted of motivating workshops, life lessons, prayer, and togetherness. The students took off on Friday and launched the weekend with an opening prayer, after which they were presented with workshops the likes of Choices of a Young Woman, The Price Tag of Success, Axes of Love, and Masks, whose main idea revolved around the different disguises we wear in our everyday life. Teachers were also present to speak of their personal experiences and individual choices, wrapping up the 2S weekend in the most wonderful way.

Posted on 14 Nov 2011 by secnews

Let's Clean Nahr el Kalb!

On Saturday October 15, the Secondary Division took off to Nahr el Kalb as part of a cleaning campaign organized by Baldati, a nongovernmental organization seeking to help communities and create a better Lebanon. Our students picked up the trash around the area in an effort to make it cleaner and to revive its forgotten beauty. Moreover, they appeared on both LBC and MTV, not to mention in the local newspaper, al Balad!

Posted on 26 Oct 2011 by secnews

Informal Day - a Huge Success!

Things are starting out beautifully for the Secondary division this year, as it was decided that, for the first time, the Informal Day will take place outside of school, on Saturday October 22. Before taking off, the annual student council investiture took place in the Ruby Theater, where our beloved High King Arthur (Father Antoine Ghazal) sat with the Knights at the Round Table and designated them the new protectors of Camelot (the Secondary Division). After a touching word from Maria Beschir, the new Head Girl, students and teachers alike got on the buses for غابة الشهيد in Tabrieh. Organized especially to bring them together for a day of fun and interaction, the Informal Day consisted of a morning prayer for the young martyrs, after which we took a walk through the forest. Following brunch, teachers and students participated in team-building activities, including Human Sheep Herding! A magnificent day indeed!

Posted on 25 Oct 2011 by secnews

The Secondary Division starts off with a bang! – Elections!

As is customary in the Secondary division, the time came for the students, teachers and staff to elect a new head girl. However, what made it extra special this year was that the elections were an exact simulation of the Lebanese Parliamentary Elections! With the help of the Social Sciences department, the process started two weeks ago with the candidates presenting their طلب ترشيح within the legally assigned delay; then the لوايح شطب were developed. On election day, each class had its own صندوق اقتراع, and the teachers and staff were assigned as رؤساء اقلام. Ex-JM students took part as مراقبين, and the Internal Security Officers were there to ensure the smooth running of the elections. The elections started at exactly 7:30 a.m. on Friday October 14, and the results came out at 12:30 p.m. Congratulations, Maria Beschir our new Head Girl, and Deputies Najat Fahd and Tracy Najjar! Congratulations, Secondary Division, الإنتخابات كانت نزيهة و حضارية! Thank you Mrs. Paula Hayek and Mrs. Pascale Bassil!

Coming soon: The Election observers’ report on the Secondary Division Elections!

Posted on 17 Oct 2011 by secnews

For a Cleaner Environment!

Founded in 2001, the nonprofit, nongovernmental organization INJAZ is dedicated to educating students about work readiness, entrepreneurship, and financial learning. This year, this educational organization decided to hold a competition aiming to help school students develop necessary entrepreneurship and workforce responsibility skills. The Secondary Division jumped right on board, and our Second Secondary students created their own company, called F.A.C.E (For a Cleaner Environment), constituting of twenty-one students. As part of the Injaz program, the school’s mission was to create and produce a product which facilitates people’s lives. The Jesus & Mary delegation fashioned the PORTABIN, a multi-purpose portable bin especially designed with sticky notes, a pencil sharpener, pocket tissues, and pocket wet wipes. With more than 123 countries participating, we are sure our students will make us proud!

Posted on 27 Jun 2011 by secnews

Who Wants to be a Brainionaire?

That’s right! On Friday, May 27, the Secondary Division held it first competition of “Who Wants to be a Brainionaire?” in the Secondary Hall. The First and Second Secondary students were divided into their respective intelligence agency groups, and were asked fifteen questions relating to Arabic literature, moderated by Ms. Dalia Abboud, and fifteen Math questions, moderated by Mr. Khalil Chahine. The hall was filled with intense excitement and enthusiasm as the groups rushed to answer the questions as quickly as possible, with the final winner being the Australian Secret Intelligence Service!

Posted on 06 Jun 2011 by secnews

As the Second Secondary students approach the third term, it is inevitable that some grow confused concerning their choices for the Third Secondary and for their majors in university. On Tuesday, April 26 and Friday, April 29, Jesus and Mary School sent three students to three different places as part of the Shadow Day, a new program that allows them to learn more about the different career paths they wish to take. Lea Chlela (2SA) was sent to an orthodontist’s office, Sara Ferkh (2SB) to a pharmacy, and Lamia Kfuri (2SA) to the Phoenicia Intercontinental Hotel to learn about hotel management. When the students were asked about their experiences, the three agreed that it was altogether very educational: they learned a lot but had fun at the same time, and, indeed, it did make their choices much easier!

Posted on 02 Jun 2011 by secnews

Farewell 3S!

It’s that time of the year again! May 6 brought both tears of joy and sadness as Jesus & Mary School said goodbye to our beloved Third Secondary students. With the parents invited to spend the day with their daughters, it started off with a mass dedicated to the students after the annual tradition of planting a tree in the name of their promotion. The Second Secondary were waiting with a large breakfast prepared in the cafeteria as parents, students, and teachers gathered to share a last meal together. Everyone then assembled in the Secondary hall where the Third Secondary said their final goodbyes with heartwarming presentations and speeches, before they grouped outside of the gate and drove away in a colorful and cheering convoy. We will miss you 3S!

Posted on 26 May 2011 by secnews

Secondary Cultural Day!

The Secondary Division Cultural Day has again proved to be truly wonderful as it consisted of a blend of educational and enjoyable programs! On Friday April 19, parents and staff gathered in the Ruby theater to attend the defense of the incredible science projects that the students had been passionately working on. Meanwhile, the humanities and math projects, ranging from fractal geometry to Lebanese immigrants, were being presented and judged in front of a jury in the I Room. Following this was a court simulation in the Ruby Theater featuring the students, and as if that weren’t intriguing enough, the second secondary students created a French zajal! In short, a multisensory educational experience!

Posted on 23 May 2011 by secnews

Laden with Happiness & Tears…

From Fractal Geometry to Name Tagging to Brain Mobility
to the intriguing Juniper…
From the zajal en Français… to Reality Theater Court Session…
The Secondary Cultural Day!
Job Shadow Days!
Discovering the ins & outs of the job.
Walk with al Younbouh… Run with el Amal
in the Race for Life…
3S Last Day Say: Goodbye, God bless:
When did she grow to be a beauty?
Wasn’t it yesterday, when she was small?
Sunrise, Sunset … Quickly flow the years…

Posted on 20 May 2011 by secnews

JM Visits NDU Open Doors

On Friday April 15, our Second Secondary students visit Notre-Dame University as it held its annual Open Doors day. Upon arrival, they were split into groups and taken for a tour around campus. They were shown the different departments and even the mechanical and biology labs, after which they were taken to the cafeteria for a break and some snacks, as the festivities and bands resumed on campus.

Posted on 18 Apr 2011 by secnews

Welcome Back JM Sisters!

On February 22nd, our lovely JM Sisters, who had come back to pay a visit to Lebanon after many years, were invited to the Secondary staff room for afternoon tea and snacks with the teachers before the Saint Claudine Concert. Many of the teachers, especially those who had been JM students, recognized some of the Sisters immediately. It was a wonderful time brought together by the everlasting JM spirit throughout the past 45 years.
On the 24th, it was the students’ turn: a mass was held in the Secondary hall with all students and Sisters present, after which every Sister introduced herself and spoke about her time and experience with Jesus & Mary School. Although their stay was quite short, it was very memorable.

Posted on 18 Mar 2011 by secnews

JM in Cyprus!

On February 11th, 12th, and 13th five MUN students from the Third Secondary attended and participated in the sixth annual Mediterranean Model United Nations in Nicosia, Cyprus. MEDI MUN was initiated by a group of ex-MUN students who were trained in The Hague, The Netherlands, and a large organizing team of about 70 students came together and worked to make MEDI MUN a resounding success. Our JM delegates, representing the countries of Armenia and Madagascar, negotiated, debated, and created resolutions dealing with serious global issues alongside some 200 students in the European University of Cyprus. Issues ranged from combating terrorist crimes, restricting logging permits in rainforest areas, to protecting cultural heritage from the ongoing threat of globalization. Apart from the conference, the delegates also learned about Cypriot history and culture as they were shown around the old streets of Nicosia.

Posted on 22 Feb 2011 by secnews

The ACS MUN Conference

On February 11th and 12th, nine Jesus & Mary students participated in the eighth annual Lebanon Model United Nations held by the American Community School in Beirut, under the theme of “Establishing and Preserving Peace in the Second Millennium.” As young negotiators and debaters, the First, Second, and Third Secondary students tackled important global issues such as the nuclear situation in the Middle East, America’s embargo on Cuba, and the status of child soldiers. Representing such countries as India, the Netherlands, and Kuwait, the JM delegates came up with resolutions in an attempt to solve several international conflicts along with students from five other schools. The students managed to win four Honorable Mentions and a Best Delegate award!

Posted on 21 Feb 2011 by secnews

Bicharaf Visits JM

On January 20th, Bicharaf, founded in 2004 at the American University of Beirut, held interactive presentations for the first, second and third secondary students in the Ruby Theater. The aim of the presentation was to promote academic integrity with the perspective of launching a Bicharaf Club in Jesus & Mary School, as well as an Honor Council. Bicharaf supports institutions in nurturing a more ethical and responsible Lebanese citizen.

Posted on 21 Jan 2011 by secnews

Secondary Career Fair

On Friday January 14th, universities from across Lebanon took part in Jesus & Mary’s career fair, in addition to the University of Nicosia in Cyprus. The fair was held in both the auditorium and the Ruby Theater, with the purpose of facilitating the secondary students‘ decisions to choose their future professions. Scholarships were discussed along with the requirement for financial aid in order to provide the students with enough detail concerning their applications and admissions.

Posted on 18 Jan 2011 by secnews

JM Visits Rio City

On Thursday November 11, 2010, students currently enrolled in the Initiation to Life workshop “Prevention and Transport”, animated by Mr. Antoine Hage from the YASA group, participated in a road safety practice at Rio City, Nahr el Kalb. The students spent a wonderful time from 12:30 till 2:00 PM learning about transportation hazards.

Posted on 10 Dec 2010 by secnews

JM runs the Beirut Marathon

Go JM! For the fourth year we ran the Beirut 10 km marathon for Kunhadi and the Lebanese Army Mining section. 116 students and 8 staff members ran on a beautiful Sunday morning on November 7, 2010 with JM balloons soaring high in the air, attracting alumni!

Posted on 29 Nov 2010 by secnews

2012… The End of the World

It all started in the Ruby Theater on October 23 2010… Informal Day 2010

The Investiture,
Lead by our Head Girl, Ms. Rosemary Taouk, the investiture ceremony was a blend of colors.
The Supreme Leader of the world a.k.a. Mr Tony Kahoush, interrupted our traditional Lebanese Breakfast, ordering all agents Generals, and Commanders in Chief to get to work and save the world.
The Australian ASIS, Indian RAW, Russian FSB, Chinese MSS, American CIA, British M1-6, to name but a few, sent their Generals and Commanders in Chief to the Amazon Rainforest with a dangerously investigative mission.
But no matter what they did the Supreme Leader of the World was dissatisfied. He knew Moles were among the agents… And the Mafia game began and ended with astonishing revelations.

Posted on 29 Oct 2010 by secnews

Welcome Back!!!

Our globe-trotting 1S students just landed in Beirut…
We are all awaiting their stories. After spending 5 days with the families of the students of Mongré, 4 days in Lourdes, and 3 days in beautiful Paris, one can only imagine the endless stories.
However, we are sorry to say that not all adventures have a happy ending> Tomorrow means: Back to school !!!

Posted on 08 Jun 2010 by secnews

After a long tiring week at school, what do students usually do???

Together we walked up Darbessama
On Friday May 14, with plenty of intentions in mind, 1S and 2S students walked up Darbessama to Our Lady of Lebanon’s Sanctuary in Harissa. The journey ended with a delicious dinner at Lakmouche Restaurant.

The Annual BIG BLUE Campaign
Are you wondering why the Nahr El Kaleb public beach was rated the cleanest in the area ??!!! Our students determinedly cleaned the shore on Sunday May 16th. All it required was masks, gloves, garbage bags (hundreds of them), and an admirable team spirit!

Walk with Al Younbouh…
That same Sunday another group of our enthusiastic secondary students participated in the Al Younbouh fund raising walk. They walked with the youth of Al Younbouh around the beautiful streets of old Jounieh. Young, old, children… they all flew the colorful balloons representing the logo of Al Younbouh in the skies of Jounieh.

Posted on 08 Jun 2010 by secnews

Universities Open Doors

The 2S Students visited the campuses of NDU, AUB, and LAU during the past three weeks. The “Open Doors” is an awaited event by our students because it allows them to interact with their friends at university; meet with professors from different fields and discuss with them their future career plans.

Posted on 13 May 2010 by secnews

Congrats!! First Prize…

The JM Team did a really remarkable job at the LAU 12th Annual Science Knowledge Contest. Graziella Moufawad, Sarah Paoli, and Jessica Khoury won the first prize.

Posted on 10 May 2010 by secnews

Call 1739! It actually works!

On Tuesday May 4, 2010, 1S and 2S students attended a workshop about Consumer Protection prepared by the Ministry of Economy.
The lesson was easy to grasp: in case of fraud, ambiguous origin of product, or doubtful quality, call 1739, you’ll get a reimbursement!

Posted on 10 May 2010 by secnews

April 30th, 2010: Our dearest Third Secondary Students’ last day of school…

A mixture of hilarious childhood memories, memorable experiences, and tearful goodbyes…
We started the day with a morning mass with parents, friends, and students followed by a buffet breakfast prepared by the 2S.
The last 3S assembly was next, 2 hours of laughter, loyal friendships, buried confessions, and gratitude.
It was the shortest of school days. Their days at JM are over and the rest is still unwritten…
So long, Farewell, Aufwiedersehn…I hate to go and leave this pretty sight.

Posted on 10 May 2010 by secnews

JM at 12th Annual LAU Arts and Science Fair!

Mabrouk
Rosemary Taouk won 1st Prize in the English Poetry Competition
Stéphanie Hajjar won 3rd Prize in the Arabic Poetry Competition
Tracy Najjar won 3rd Prize in the English Short Story Competition
Lori Kharpoutlian won 3rd prize in the Sculpture Competition.

Posted on 29 Apr 2010 by secnews

Our first Cultural Day!!! Gianna’s Open Doors

The Secondary Division Open Doors took place on Friday April 16th. Classes were suspended. Instead students, with the visiting French Delegation from Notre Dame de Mongré, performed Georges Schehade’s “l’Emigré de Brisbane”, danced Dabké, attended a court simulation prepared by 2S students, debated the relation of science and religion, competed against other banks during an investment simulation with Injaz, painted sculptures, presented their English projects about the various religions and Arabic projects about the famous Lebanese and Arab authors… Of course such a fun day would not have been complete without a sports competition! And so …Pétanque was the game.

Posted on 28 Apr 2010 by secnews

Science Expo

Had you passed by the 1st floor of the Secondary Division on Thursday April 15, you would have been lost in the magical world of science. Biology, Chemistry, and Physics projects and demonstrations were set up, and ready to be evaluated by the judging committee!

Posted on 28 Apr 2010 by secnews

April 13th with Offre Joie

White T-shirts, jeans, tennis shoes, sunscreen, plenty water, and a lot of team spirit required…
Tuesday April 13th was a VERY, very special day for all the 1S students. Together with their French correspondantes and students of several other private and public schools from across Lebanon worked hand in hand to paint the walls, plant trees, install traffic signs on the streets of Beirut (from Ashrafieh to Mathaf). The objective of the activity was to erase the memory of the painful Lebanese war which was unleashed on April 13th in 1975. At the end of the day, Kim Ashkouty represented JM in a live TV Broadcast with His Excellency Minister Ziad Baroud.

Posted on 28 Apr 2010 by secnews

Congratulations JM !!!

13/14 2S Students scored straight A’s on the USJ Test d’Aptitude.
And…10 MUN Awards and Best Delegation.

Posted on 28 Apr 2010 by secnews

Easter in the Secondary Division

 BK Sale for fund raising the campaigns
 1S CARE Campaigns visiting three hospitals and the ailing children grounded there
 2S liturgical celebration in St. George Convent in Bherdok: from Mar Maroun Koneitre. They walked to St. Georges Convent in Bherdok and stopped to reflect on each of the stages of the Stations of the Cross. At noon, students, teachers, and staff broke their fast in a picnic...

Posted on 28 Apr 2010 by secnews

Ammiyeh Project 2010

JM, Zahra al Ihasan, BESGB, Al Kawthar, and Ali Ben Abi Taleb - the Ammie partners, once again worked on a common project. This year they toured the Bekaa region and took photos of traditional Lebanese houses, the Taanayel farm, the Terbol Museum, and the magnificent Niha Fortress. From what we heard, it was a day they will certainly never forget . A special thank you to Canon, Mr. el Esta, and Amareyn.

Posted on 28 Apr 2010 by secnews

Before we bid you farewell…

In the context of its continuous effort to prepare its graduating students for their future, the school organized a 24-hr retreat, “A Woman after God’s own Heart”. Students left on Friday March 13th, heading for the Cedars. One word: AWESOME!
March 9th is a holiday for some but a fieldtrip for our 3S !!!
Destination: Chronic Care Center.
They visited the services specialized in the treatments of Thalassemia and Diabetes.

Posted on 28 Apr 2010 by secnews

• 2S @ AUST, and NOT for orientation! ….And in COURT!!!!

On Wednesday February 24th, the 2S Students visited the Molecular Biology and Toxicology Laboratories at AUST, Ashrafieh. Two weeks later, they visited the Palace of Justice to attend a court session during which 12 cases were tried in an hour and a half!!!

Posted on 28 Apr 2010 by secnews

Meet Teddy in Love and Pinky Pillow!!!

Fundraising for Haiti at the Secondary Division can be so fun! Buy your tickets because the countdown for the lottery has started! Your chance of winning is a source of funding for the Haitians. The lottery ticket for the Teddy in Love is 2000L.L and for the Pinky Pillow is 1000L.L.

The more tickets you buy increases your chances of winning. The money raised will be sent to the Jesus & Mary Sisters in Haiti who are aware of the urgent needs there.

Posted on 23 Feb 2010 by secnews

THIMUN, they are back with lots of stories…

They were 8 memorable days of their lives! They met with people from across the globe, debated with ambassadors of countries from all continents, negotiated with terrorist organization representatives we hear about in the daily news… The Hague International Model United Nations 2010 was an out of this world experience, but the sad part is that it had to come to an end!

Posted on 23 Feb 2010 by secnews

Packed, Ready, Take Off J

Four of our secondary students are travelling to the Netherlands this Saturday the 23^rd of January to participate in the 42^nd The Hague International Model United Nations Conference. 3200 students from across the globe will be negotiating and resolving issues of good governance.

Posted on 22 Jan 2010 by secnews

On the 14^th and 16^th of January, five of our students participated in the ACS Lebanon Model United Nations which was held at AUB. As usual, our delegates did an amazing job and brought back with them a Diplomacy Award and an Honorable Mention. Mabrouk JM!

Posted on 22 Jan 2010 by secnews

Career Fair

In an attempt to guide our students in their choice of career, the annual career fair was organized on Friday January 15^th.

Parents and students of grade 9, 10, 11, and 12 attended sessions on scholarship programs, met with admission representatives from various universities, and convened with professionals from different fields of work.

Posted on 22 Jan 2010 by secnews

And we ran for the 3rd year in a row! Go JM! The Beirut Marathon! December 6, 2009

And we ran, and it rained, and yet we ran… for KUN Hadi and for the Lebanese Army Mining Section! Go JM!!!!!!

Posted on 11 Dec 2009 by secnews

FOOLS in AUB… For 3 consecutive nights!.December 3, 4 and 5, 2009

NO COMMENTS… Read the press!!!!

DRAMA CLUB: YOU DID IT!!!!

Posted on 11 Dec 2009 by secnews

St Barbara 3atterwi2a, w3al 3assrouniyye Kaman! December 3, 2009

Students from KG2C and KG2D came to visit our 3S students in the morning. What a joy! We felt we were in Heaven with little angels all around!!! Thank you Preschoolers! You made our day!

And in the afternoon, it was the EII students who came over for a Barbara feast prepared by the 3S students. Mothers and children came disguised. Food, dance, games, prizes! What a wonderful way to celebrate!

Posted on 11 Dec 2009 by secnews

Feeding the World on December 1, 2009

With food from Spain, Turkey and France; with music and slide shows; with enthusiasm and remarkable spirit, the Secondary Division students fed the world as they raised mega funds for their Christmas Campaigns. The whole school was there savoring kebabs, paella, croque monsieur, and loads more… And the harvest was abundant! THANKS to all who supported us!

Posted on 10 Dec 2009 by secnews

Assemblies….. Assemblies….

From Hyde Park heated debates, to fun and games…

From all saints, to little me….

From H1N1 to Christmas Fiesta….

From birthday celebrations, to quiet moments of prayer…

From announcements to instructions….

The day that begins well ends well…

Our Secondary Division Morning Assemblies

Posted on 07 Dec 2009 by secnews

Reviving the LOST Tribes of Europe…. Competition and Good Spirit Guaranteed!

Have you ever heard of the Nenets, the Gagauz, the Basques, the Sorbs, the Celts, the Bretons, the Corsicans, the Romas or the Samis?

The secondary division students were divided into nine of the many lost tribes of Europe. The tribes will be competing against each other throughout the year. Every tribe is headed by a Captain and advised by a teacher. The competition is tight and the good spirit is guaranteed as these forgotten peoples come back to life!!!!

Posted on 07 Dec 2009 by secnews

The gods came down from the heavens…. The Student Council Investiture

The Investiture of the New Student council took place during the Informal Day on October 24, 2009. The council presided by the Head Girl Ellen Francis, promised to bring down the virtues of the goddesses and gods and put them to the best use possible… in the Secondary Division! MABROUK!

Posted on 07 Dec 2009 by secnews

It has become a yearly pilgrimage, 49 ladies climbed the mountain leading to Our Lady of Harissa on Friday. Together they prayed for people they love, for dreams they cherish, for a country they would love to see prosper and grow.

Posted on 21 May 2009 by secnews

Terminal Last Day

Not with mum or dad, not by bus, this time they leave alone.

Their last departure from school where friendships were formed, ambitions were built, and dreams were illustrated.

An emotional day it was for all, students, teachers, and staff…

Now the upper floor is empty!

Posted on 21 May 2009 by secnews

LES ARTISANS de BOURJ HAMMOUD

Tuesday April 28, 2009 : Mrs Eliane Barhouche assisted by Mrs Rania Abillama and Mrs Najla Chebly, organized a fabulous promenade for the 1S students among the traditional artisans of Bourj Hammoud. From the Iconographer to the Sculptor, to the Calligraphist, passing by the Metallurgist, and ending with the Painter… the students witnessed the glorious past of culture come to life before their very eyes!

Posted on 04 May 2009 by secnews

WE WALKED WITH AL YOUNBOUH

On Sunday May 2, 2009! More than 25 students took part in the annual Younbouh event on Sunday through the picturesque old streets of Jounieh. We walked and it was GOOOOOOOOD!

Posted on 04 May 2009 by secnews

3S COUNTDOWN

Pets and boys and chaos there

And a smell of freedom in the air...

And emotions rise as studies fail

As they prepare to sail…

Final Day… May 8, 2009!!!

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SECONDARY EASTER CARES! � April 8, 2009

1S � Dhour Choueir reforestation of a burned plot of land in collaboration with the Ministry of Agriculture � Planting life amidst devastation.

2S � Living as they live for 2 full hours, our students worked as nurses in a hospital, lived as detainees in the Baabda Prison for women; and experienced the hardships of being a terminally ill patient in a hospice in Mansourieh.

3S CARED for the Caring: Prepared and had lunch with all the workers of Arc en Ciel in Taanayel � A tribute to those whose life is dedicated to serving others.

Posted on 23 Apr 2009 by secnews

JM MUN 2009: Again, and again…

JM MUN 2009: Again, and again… CONGRATS! 12 awards for a delegation of 16!

4 Secretary General Awards: Nour ABI SAMRA; ELSA SAADE; ROSEMARY TAOUK; MARIANNE HAIBE.

5 Diplomacy Awards: Ellen FRANCIS; Sally MAALOUF; Angela TANNOUS; Eliana BASSIL; Melissa GEMAYEL

3 Position Paper Awards: Celine KANAAN, Christine MARDIRIAN; Gaelle ABILLAMAA

Posted on 23 Apr 2009 by secnews

THE UNIVERSAL PEACE FEDERATION'S PAINTING COMPETITION

THE UNIVERSAL PEACE FEDERATION’S PAINTING COMPETITION: Sheryn Akiki and Merya Zgheib from JM along with many, many more Secondary students from around the country spent the morning ofSaturday March 14, 2009 at BESGB � Rabweh painting for peace.

Posted on 24 Mar 2009 by secnews

LENT 2009: To Do as Jesus Did…FEED THE WORLD! And we did! March 17, 2009; 12:30 in the Secondary Hall Division! Food from Mexico, Lebanon and Italy was served to students, teachers and administrators from all around JM! And the bounty was wonderful!

Posted on 24 Mar 2009 by secnews

TEACHERS’ DAY

TEACHERS’ DAY: There was respect and appreciation…. As simple as that. The Secondary students showed once again how refined they are…Teachers of Jesus and Mary, we are honored to be your students!

Posted on 24 Mar 2009 by secnews

Weekly Prayers

Weekly Prayers and Lunch for teachers: Every Wednesday � 2^nd Recess

Posted on 05 Mar 2009 by secnews

Feed the World Campaign

Feed the World Campaign: Coming up on March 11, 2009 12:30 in the Secondary Hall Division! Food from Mexico, Lebanon and Italy will be served!

Posted on 05 Mar 2009 by secnews

LENT 2009: To Do as Jesus Did�ctd�

Solidarity Bowl of Rice: In solidarity with Notre Dame de Mongr� : Monday March 2, 2009: Fasting till 12:30 � Bowl of Rice proceeds will go to buy copybooks and pencils for schoolchildren in Sudan.

Posted on 05 Mar 2009 by secnews

SISTERS OF JESUS AND MARY meet with the Student Council.

Monday March 2, 2009: 10 sisters of Jesus and Mary met with members of the Secondary Division Student Council to discuss the dilemma of believing and/or following Jesus. The result? An exchange of emails, a complicity, and the very special bond of prayer throughout Lent that will bind Claudine’s sisters to her daughters… HOW GOOD GOD IS!

Posted on 05 Mar 2009 by secnews

STREETBALL COMPETITION MEDALS

STREETBALL COMPETITION MEDALS were awarded to the winning teams of 1SA and 2SE on Friday, February 27, 2009 during the morning assembly. MABROUK!

Posted on 05 Mar 2009 by secnews

Social Week

Feb 23 � 27

We have chosen a theme for this year’s Social Week “ NGO’s in our neighborhood”.

IRAP & CLAC held presentations to inform students about their various activities and projects.

The Social Week also featured a presentation by Offre Joie whose presentation focused mainly on the situation of prisoners and prisoners in Lebanon.

And last but of course not least, Fr. Martin’s presentation updated students on the circumstances of migrant workers in Lebanon, the rate of suicide, and the cases of abuse.

Posted on 04 Mar 2009 by secnews

Reviving the LOST Tribes of Europe…. Competition and Good Spirit Guaranteed!

Have you ever heard of the Nenets, the Gagauz, the Basques, the Sorbs, the Celts, the Bretons, the Corsicans, the Romas or the Samis?

The secondary division students were divided into nine of the many lost tribes of Europe. The tribes will be competing against each other throughout the year. Every tribe is headed by a Captain and advised by a teacher. The competition is tight and the good spirit is guaranteed as these forgotten peoples come back to life!!!!

Posted on 07 Dec 2009 by secnews

The gods came down from the heavens�. The Student Council Investiture

The Investiture of the New Student council took place during the Informal Day on October 24, 2009. The council presided by the Head Girl Ellen Francis, promised to bring down the virtues of the goddesses and gods and put them to the best use possible… in the Secondary Division! MABROUK!

Posted on 07 Dec 2009 by secnews

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