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CTI is in the process of preparing a new play space for the younger students! Be on the lookout! 

Attached is the work in progress, in its early stages.

100% passing rate for our IB students!

We are thrilled to announce that our International Baccalaureate (IB) students had a 100% passing rate in the official exams. Such a result is a testament to the hard work, dedication and resilience of the students.We extend our hearfelt congratulations to our students for their outstanding performance, as well as congratulations to the teachers and parents for their unwavering support.

This success reflects the strength of CTI's academic program and the commitment of our entire school community to excellence. We are proud of our students and expect an illustrious future for them.

It is with extreme pride and joy we announce that our CTI alumnus, Lynn Abbas, ranked first at LAU with a 4-point average. She was chosen to be valedictorian at the commencement ceremony, and she delivered a highly impressive speech. We congratulate Lynn on her accomplishments, and offer our best wishes for med school now! 

Attached is Lynn Abbas during the graudation ceremony at LAU, as featured on the university website.

After a grueling set of questions, over several days, it came out clearly that Brains of CTI Senior and Junior, for the 2023-2024 school year are:

Alex Serayderian - grade 11 Sc

Christopher Deeb - grade 7 B

A big CONGRATULATIONS. You make us proud! 

Check the Gallery section for pictures!

Theseus and the Minotaur was a field day spectacular production! 

Directed by Mrs Rola Salloum

Drama by Mrs Jamie Helou Chaaya

Choreography by Ms Diana Blati

Sets by Mrs Farah Saad and Mrs Mary Kfoury

Special thanks to Mrs Darine Moukarzel, 1:16 Production House, Tele Lumière, Boghossian Uniforms, Music People and  with the help of the classroom teachers! 

Check the Gallery section, or Facebook for pictures! 

After two years of preparation, the IB2 students had their [international] final exams. They are done now. Their joy is partly because they have done well, and partly because it is over! 

Well done, IB2! 

What an awesome couple of months, as students prepare for final exams and summer! Graduation, field day, water bash, boot camp, choir concert, field trips, fun day, musical of class of 12, hand prints, barbecue, you name it...

Check our gallery or facebook for details and pics!

Richard Kahoush, a grade 10 student at CTI, had the opportunity of a lifetime. He had the chance to travel to Brazil in order to star in a movie. 

Richard writes: "I went in January 2024. I worked with two film productions in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. We filmed for seven days, plus days of training and days of commuting. I played the main character, and acted with several amazing people. After we finished shooting, my mother and I stayed for two more days for sightseeing in Rio, visiting the famous places there!"

Bravo, Richard! We're proud of you!

For pictures, kindly refer to the Gallery page! 

Several years ago, Dr Rima Haddad conducted research at CTI regarding bilingual children. As a result of her research, she published a 400+ page book on the subject. Now, some years later, Dr Rima was back for a follow-up on her studies. She interviewed the children that she had worked with previously.

Dr Rima Haddad is a CTI alumnus, and is currently a PhD researcher in (we quote) Linguistics Institutionen för Lingvistik och Filologi, at the illustrious Uppsala University, Sweden.

Kindly check the Gallery section for pictures.

Our zumba instructor, Mrs Kinda Karam, undertook a great feat, that of climbing Mount Kilimanjaro, Africa's highest peak! This is quite an undertaking, and CTI congratulates Mrs Kinda! A big brava!

What next? Everest? 

Coach Bahzad was assistant coach to the Lebanese Wushu Federation. He was in Dallas for the Wushu world championships. We are happy to announce that the Lebanese team scored 3rd worldwide, winning 1 gold, 1 silver and 2 bronze medals. Congratulations, Lebanese team and coaches! 

A souvenir picture                            Another                    Another still!

All our students who took the DELF exam passed, and their diplomas were handed out today. The Principal and Ms Sabine Hachem handed out the diplomas and we present this souvenir picture! Bravi! 

We are happy to announce the wedding of our teacher Ms Pamela Chamoun and CTI alumnus Mr Paul Sarkissian on Friday, November 17, 2023. CTI congratulates the couple and offers its sincere blessings and best wishes! 

Congratulations! 

A souvenir picture! 

The IB2 students organized a Theory of Knowledge (TOK) exhibition, highlighting concepts and issues related to knowledge, claims, belief and unknowing. The students delved deep in these issues, and interacted beautifully with students, teachers and parents. Their posters were exemplary, and the required display objects were in order. 

Congratulations to the intrepid students. Special thanks go to Mrs Hourig Kevorkian, their TOK teacher and organizer of the exhibition. 

Please check the Gallery section for pictures of the event.

Ms Gemma Fattouch, admission advisor at the American University of Beirut (AUB), was guest of grade 12 and IB2. She led an orientation session about college education and AUB requirements. It was a profitable session, and the students thank her for coming. 

Kindly check the Gallery section for a few pictures! 

In our pictures of the CTI graduation ceremony of the class of 2023, two students were not present.. Kay Aoun and Wade Watkins were in the US for their last year, and graduated with high school diplomas there. They are part of the CTI family, and their graduation in the US may be considered CTI graduation in absentia! Big congratulations, and best wishes for their college education.

Flights and Floats is an astounding production, presented by the IB1 students of Mr Samer Hanna's theatre class. The play was written, directed, performed, designed and organized by the students. It was a tremendous undertaking, and we cannot thank the protagonists enough. 

Author: Joshua Mahshi and Reina Karkaba. Direction: Jason Chahwan. Set designers: Bettine Kashouh, Fernando Ashkar and Jimmy Khalife. Acted by the students of IB!. Supervised by Mr Samer Hanna. 

Check the Gallery Section or Facebook for pictures.

The CTI students sat for their DELF exams. We are sure that they excelled! Bravo! 

For a couple of pictures, kindly check the Gallery section. 

After a Corona-related hiatus, Honor Day was back with all its panoply and aplomb! It was a glorious time, as 100s of students were rewarded for excellence in their academic performance. Mrs Farah Saad read Bible passages, and the students Ali Mbayed, Charbel Mrad and Krystel Ayyoub delivered speeches. Mrs Kinda Karam's students presented two dances, and Mrs Rola Salloum's students sang the school song, "My CTI". Mrs Randa Antoun, Ms Talar Dishchekenian, Mrs Ninette Eid, the Principal and the Parents' Committee handed out books, certificates and  medals. Lastly, the Principal announced and awarded the students who are first in diverse subjects. It was an awesome time for students, parents and teachers. A big bravo!.

Kindly check the Gallery section for pictures of the occasion!

Joseph Ram Abou Zeid wins second prize at the Math Olympiad, organized by AUB. There were 700 students competing, from different Lebanese schools. It is worth noting that Joseph is a grade 10 student at CTI, whilst his competitors were mainly in grade 12. Also, Joseph's math grades are straight 20/20s at CTI! Winning the Math Olympiad is not a mean feat, and we sincerely congratulate this math genius! Congratulations to Mr Raymond Skaff, Joseph's teacher!

A major, long-term project was part of the Green Apple Day event. The event was organized by Dar el-Handassah, led by Mrs Eliane Touma Abou Rached and a group of enthusiastic engineers. Grade 8 was the class involved in the recycling project, and the students presented their astounding work after the Easter vacation. Check the Gallery section for more information about the winners, with pictures. 

CTI celebrated Teachers' Day in different ways. It was a festive period honoring the CTI teachers. Check the Gallery section or Facebook for pictures!

Happy Teachers' Day and God bless the CTI family!

A souvenir picture!

Usually, during the midyears and finals, the averages of students may go down a bit. It is not normally the case that students academic performance actually improves. 

So, here they are: the students who showed improvement in the midyear exams. 

Check the Gallery section, or our Facebook page, for names and photos!!

We can now present the awesome results of Dictation from Lebanon!

Dictation from Lebanon, teacher Mrs Lina Bou Malhab: First: Bassam Estephan - Second: Stephanie Younis - Third: Joseph Ram Abou Zeid - Winner in bonus: Christie Wazen

Dictation from Lebanon, Jr, teacher: Mrs Antoinette Samaha: First: Jocelyne Kahoush - Second (tie): Pearla Saad, Christelle Mortada, Maria Farah - Third: Michael Akouri 

Congratulations! 

The students of grades 3 to 6 were regaled by a drama presentation presented by New Heights, under the name "No Greater Love". Kindly check the Gallery section, or Facebook, for pictures of the occasion. 

As part of an ongoing program on college orientation, CTI hosted representatives from AUB and AUST. Mr Khaldoun Kaisi, in a virtual visit from AUB, discussed college prep requirements. Mr Ziad Douieri, representing AUST, discussed issues pertaining to college choice in  general, and AUST in particular. 

CTI wishes to thank Mr Kaisi and Mr Douieri for their time and the pertinent information they shared. More college orientation coming up!

It is back to school at CTI and the students are excited for school to resume. Classes are starting, with the IB DP class being first to begin. We are hoping for a great year in terms of academics, sports and cultural activities, school social life, and good health. We are looking forward to a wonderful year, replete with God's blessings.

Mr Pascal Ashkar, IB World School manager, visited CTI today. He met with the principal, then the administration and IB teachers. He congratulated CTI on becoming an IB World School and was pleased with the prospects for next school year. The purpose of his visit was to address teacher queries and give timely suggestions. CTI thanks Mr Ashkar for his visit, and is looking forward to fruitful cooperation in the coming years.

Here is a souvenir group picture! 

The last day of school for grades 1 to 6 was a great fun day for the students. There were huge inflatables, many games at different stations, food and snacks, and a heavy dose of excitement! The event was organized by the Parents' Committee and there was a large number of parents, organizing and joining in the fun! It was a day to remember, and a nice conclusion to grade school's year. 

Utmost thanks go to Mrs Nidal Abs Francis, Mrs Ghaya Abi Antoun and Mrs Mary Kfoury for the tremendous effort they put. Thanks also go to the members of the Parents' Committee, and to all the parents who helped make it a successful day. 

Summer, here we come! 

CTI held its 62nd commencement services in a ceremony that was as beautiful as it was nostalgic. Guest of honor was Pr Jihad Saliba, notable educator, coordinator general of academic curricula in Lebanon, and president of the World Bank project in the Ministry of Education. His speech empowered the students.

MC was Mrs Lina bou Malhab. Speakers included Mrs Aila Khoury representing the teachers, Mrs Nidal Abs Francis representing the Parents' Committee, and Mr George Hermez representing the alumni. Markus Kashouh and Clarita Khoury were joint valedictorians. Cynthia Azarian gave a speech representing the class of 2022, and Rebecca Younes read a touching final prayer. Kenny Ashkar sang a hymn of her composition, one that has gone viral online!

Honor students were Markus Kashouh, Clarita Khoury, Cynthia Azarian, Rebecca Younes, Kenny Ashkar and Dea Abou Zeid.

Check our Gallery section for some pictures of the occasion.

Congratulations, class of 2022!

CTI has been authorized to teach the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Program. After concerted effort from the teachers, coordinators, principal, students and parents, now IB is an educational option at CTI. Registration for the school year 2022-2023 is now open for first year IB (grade 11). 

Bravo, CTI! 

We are happy to announce that a CTI alumnus who wishes to remain anonymous has contributed an amount of money towards a merit scholarship to students. We are delighted with this endeavor, and wish to thank him and congratulate the winners! 

The students who are currently first in their classes will get a tuition deduction of 1,500,000LL each from their tuition fees. Congratulations to the following students: 

6A: Peter el Eter

6B: James Mehshi

7A: Sirine Abi Antoun

7B: Anaelle Khalaf

8A: Kayane Kozian

8B: Diala Mokh

9A:  Elise Abbas

9B:  Anthony Riachi

10A: Clarita Maksoud

10B: Reina Karkaba

11hm: Yorgo Abi Assi

11sc: Michelle Khoury

HS::Krystel Ayoub

A big CONGRATULATIONS to all! 

CTI instigated a Kindness Coin project that we had previously shared about (here, in Newsletter). We had also mentioned that one coin has traversed to the Philippines, no less. 

Now we get an email with this picture, and the following message:

Dear Dr. Chris, This coin was given to me by a student who has gotten it from you. It’s now in Paris under the Eiffel tower. Your wish came true, this coin will be passed on around the world. Merry Christmas :)

May the good work flourish!

CTI welcomes the new Parents’ Committee.

The Committee already had an organizational meeting with the administration, and another work session in preparation for the school year. The latter meeting addressed the current issues, including those related to educational concerns, Covid-19 precautions and the economic situation. The Committee and the administration are also in constant contact, via informal meetings or by phone, in order to update news and evaluate decisions.

We are looking forward to a fruitful cooperation for the benefit of the students.

Best wishes to our new Committee.

Several classes were given Kindness Coins to share when (a) they do something kind to someone, or (b) when they see someone doing something kind. The coin will then be passed on in a similar way. The activity caught on, and coins are circulating in the CTI community.

Here are a few selections from what some younger students have written, names retained: "I gave it to my brother for helping me with my homework" -  "I gave my coin to my mother because she works very hard to take very good care of us" - "I had it given to my neighbor around the 2nd of December because I had seen him do something nice" - "I gave my coin to x of grade x because he helped us get the small ball when it got stuck in the bush" - "I gave it to a friend outside of school for helping me put things back in their place at church" - "I gave it to my uncle for helping me with my homework, then he gave it a small girl on the street" - "I gave my coin to my best friend x because he brought me a big board game".

Older intermediate students shared experiences such as: "I gave my kindness coin to my Mom because she is my best friend, and she does everything for my family. Her reaction was that she was confused at first, and when she read what was written on the coin, joy filled her eyes and she hugged me. I made her day better" - "I gave the coin to one of my best friends...she said that she needed that message and that she would pass it on" - "I gave my coin to my teacher because she always tells me kind words and helps me" - "I gave the coin to my mother who was surprised. I told her that she should pass it on. In the evening, I saw the coin with my father. I don't know where it is now, but all I know is that in a few years' time it will be in another country." - "I gave my coin to my neighbor because she has always been kind to me. During the quarantine period, we used to play together. She has always cared for me. PS. The coin is now in Dubai..." - "Afrer passing the coin, it is now in the Philippines" - "I gave the coin to my mother's friend, as she is a disabled person who is unable to stand up or walk ... I thanked her for taking care of me and not leaving me when I was young...I will not forget how she stood by me, took care of me and secured all my needs..."

How about "I gave the coin to no one since I forgot it at home"?

Please check the Gallery section for some pictures.

Attached is the letter of the Association of Evangelical Schools

Mrs Rola Salloum gathered some students of grades 4, 5 and 6, in order to sing this beautiful rendition of a famous song. We congratulate the students on their singing talents, and sincerely offer our thanks to Mrs Rola for the tremendous effort she made in putting all of this together! 

We thank the Lord for the previous school year, and offer our best wishes for a pleasant summer vacation.

Till me meet again, next school year... 

We are pleased to announce the marriage of Ms Maria Ounjian, teacher of biology at CTI, and Mr Dany Tarabay. The wedding was held on Sunday, May 23, 2021 in Ghebale. CTI joins in congratulating the beautiful couple and wishes them a happy future together! 

Attached is a souvenir picture of the occasion.

We are pleased to announce the wedding of Ms Christie Maria Chibli, teacher of French at CTI, and Mr Joe el Ters. Our sincere congratulations and best wishes to the married couple! 

A souvenir picture of the wedding! Blessings! 

Wow! It's finally here!

It is a CTI choir made of no less than 197 primary school students singing the song "My CTI" written by Mrs Rola Salloum. It is a huge undertaking that has taken months to put together. We offer our thanks to the children who participated, and great thanks to Mrs Rola Salloum for this immense project. 

So without further ado, here is the song for you to enjoy. 

It is with utmost sadness and regret that we announce the passing of Mrs Raeda Fawaz Aoun, beloved teacher of English at CTI for many years. Throughout her stay at CTI, Mrs Aoun was a dedicated, caring and capable teacher. She was friendly and loving to her students and colleagues. She faced life with courage and optimism, and was an example to all. She will be sorely missed.

Mrs Aoun passed on Wednesday, May 12, 2021 in Los Angeles, California. She is survived by her husband Dr Aoun, and her children Eve, Adam and Eden. 

On behalf of the Principal, the administration and teachers, we offer our deep-felt condolences.

CTI participated in Model United Nations (MUN) again this year, but this time it was conducted virtually by LAU. The students worked hard for months, and ultimately represented Ghana. After an exhausting two-day conference, Wade Watkins won the prestigious performance award. The sessions were supervised by Ms Marie Ninette Kanaan. Thanks, Ms Kanaan! Bravo, grade 10! Congratulation, Wade! 

Attached is a picture of Wade Watkins. Also attached is a screen-shot of some of the CTI participating students, as well as students from other schools. And here is another MUN session.

Best wishes!

Every year, basketball champ Ismail Ahmad visits CTI. This year was no exception, and he was the guest of Mrs Banna Chaar's students, all the way from Egypt! Mr Ahmad gave online advice regarding basketball, as well as life-skills suggestions. It was a wonderful session, and CTI thanks Ismail Ahmad for his visit! 

Attached is a souvenir screen-shot.

It is Mothers Day, and KGIII has prepared special greetings for their parents. Thank you students and teachers of KGIII, and best wishes to our mothers! Enjoy the video! 

This time the students of Mrs Banna Chaar would like to share with you some of the poems and letters they wrote for Teachers' Day! Bravo students of grades 4B and 5, and thanks Mrs Chaar! 

Happy Teachers' Day!

CTI students would like to share with you Teachers' Day sentiments. Share with us the joy and gratitude, with thanks to Ms. Marie Ninette Kanaan who prepared this video.

Best wishes!

Grade 4B had prepared a Christmas video previously, and they would like to share with you now for Armenian Christmas. The students perform "Mary Did you Know?" in sign language. Mrs Chaar, their teacher of English, did the online coaching, and Mr Rami Khalaf prepared the video. 

Enjoy this video in the company of grade 4B! 

It is with utmost regret that we announce the passing of Mrs Samira Moacdieh, beloved mother to the CTI family. Mrs Samira co-founded CTI with her husband, the late Mr Emile Moacdieh, in 1960. She dedicated her life to serving others, fulfilling the role of teacher and administrator at CTI for more than 60 years. She led by example, embodying the values of Christianity, which she in turn passed on to CTI students, faculty, and staff alike. Her wisdom, compassion, and dedication will be sorely missed.

Mrs Samira Moacdieh passed away on the morning of Monday, December 28, 2020, and the funeral was held the same day. Due to COVID-19 concerns, your prayers will be appreciated in lieu of condolences.

Jesus said to her “I am the resurrection and the life. He who believes in Me, though he may die, he shall live.” (John 11:25)

We are pleased to announce the wedding of Elie Rizk and Joyce Makdessi on Saturday, December 26, 2020. CTI offers its sincere congratulations to the couple, with best wishes for a happy future. 

The CTI students are celebrating Lebanon's Independence Day in lockdown fashion! 

To start with, the students of KGIII share with you.

Here is a collection of some online activities done during Independence week.

One little presentation . . .

. . . And a tentative attempt at playing the National Anthem on the saxophone, online. 

Bravo, students! Happy Independence Day! 

Condolences for the passing away of Mr Elias Haddad are coming in, in profusion. We share with you some of these: 

Mrs Samira Moacdieh would like to share her deep-felt thoughts with you.

إلى فقيد مدرسة السي تي آي الأستاذ الياس الحداد

سنفتقدك أستاذ الياس. أين طلتك اليومية، أين افتتاحاتك للحفلات الرسمية، أين مسرحياتك الطلابية، أين بحثنا سويةً لمعالجة أمور التلامذة؟ لقد تذكرت وتذكرت وتذكرت. والآن المدرسة في حزن على فقدانك.

أحبه تلامذته وحسبوه أباً لهم هادياً ومرشداً وصديقاً مخلصاً. كان شعاره في التعليم المحبة والنصح، الإرشاد والتفهم. همه الأوحد هو انجاح طلابه.

كان يربطني مع الأستاذ الياس تناغم إيماني أدبي وقصائدي. تربطني أيضاً معه ومع عائلته الكريمة صداقة متينة. بناته كريستيان، فيفيان، ليليان، وماريا كن في المدرسة مثالاً يقتدى به. ولقد حصلن فيما بعد على مراكز مرموقة في المجتمع. لهن تعزياتي القلبية.

عقيلته السيدة نبيهة مثال الزوجة والأم المتفانية في الخدمة والتربية، وامتدت خدمتها إلى الأحفاد أيضاً. والرب يعزي قلبك، خسارتك لا تعوض.

عندما تلقوا خبر انتقال الأستاذ حداد هب طلابه يقدمون تعزياتهم للمدرسة ويعبرون عن اسفهم الشديد. كانوا من الطلاب السابقين والحاليين.

 السي تي آي بدورها تتقدم بالتعازي من عائلة الفقيد الغالي وتطلب من الله أن يمدها بالصبر والسلوان ويسكنه فسيح جناته.

قال الرب يسوع: أن هو القيامة والحياة، من آمن بي ولو مات فسيحيا.

لقد انتقل الياس الحداد من عالم الشقاء والفناء إلى عالم الهناء والبقاء.

سميره مواقديه

9-11-2020

Mrs Lina Bou Malhab, respresenting the teachers at CTI, shares these words.

سنفتقدك يا صاحب القلب الطيب والوجه الضحوك والأستاذ المعلّم والزميل المحبّ. عمن سأبحث بعد اليوم لأسأله رأيه في ذلك او تلك؟ أو من سيهنئني ويشجعني على نتائج طلابي بحب ورعاية؟ من سيقف بجانبي يوم تخرّج طلابنا ويملأ المنبر بكلماته المعبرة؟؟؟ أروقة السي تي آي ومقعدك الخاص فيها ستفتقدك، لقد أحببت السي تي آي لدرجة أنك لم تقدر أن تعيش بعيدا عنها فاستسلمت. الرحمة لروحك ايها المربي الفاضل,  زميلي وأستاذي الياس حداد.

لينا بو ملهب

منسقة اللغة العربية

Mr Jean Nassar felt urged to write a few lines of poetry.

حداد يا استاذ يا خيي

عملت الجرح بالقلب وشويي

رايح لمطرح وين مش سئلان

تارك بقلب الناس حنيي

شو صار قوم انتفض يا الياس

المتلك يا بيّي بقلب كل الناس

وبرجع لحالي بقعد أنا وحالي

بقللو إنت رح تضل ببالي

ورايح لمطرح ما حدا زعلان

سلّم يا خيي وين ما رايح.

من القلب إلى القلب الكبير أستاذ الأساتذه "الياس حداد".

الله يرحمك

The last class to be taught by Mr Haddad was grade 12 in Spring 2020. Maria Khawand, a student of the class of 2020 would like to express her condolences, representing her class. 

To estez Haddad, teacher and friend,

It grieves us to hear of your passing, and even more to imagine what you’ve been through in your final days. But we’re sure that even during your hospitalization, the light, joy and humor that you possess were ongoing.

We’re thankful for the three years of high school that we spent with you.

We’re thankful for your career advice, special edition jokes, chocolate cake, and patience, patience, patience.

We’re thankful for your constant forgiveness, and we apologize that we were not always up to the standard that you expected. Your kindness has paid off, and we promise you that what you have taught us will show in our lives. We will share your kindness with others. We will become successful people, and you will be proud of us.

You were an angel in spirit, and now you’re an angel entirely.

Rest in peace, estez.

We love you,

Maria Khawand

For the class of 2020

It is with utmost regret that we announce the passing away of Mr Elias Haddad who was a beloved teacher of Arabic at CTI for many years, Mr Elias Haddad was more than a teacher. He was a caring father to his students. He taught with all his heart, and was generous in his help to the students who needed that. He had a heart of gold and was loved by his students and colleagues. 

The funeral is in Mr Haddad's hometown, Alma el-Shaeb on Sunday, November 8, 2020. We present our sincere condolences to his wife Mrs Nabiha, his daughters Dr Christiane, Viviane, Liliane, Maria, and their families, and offer our thoughts and prayers.

The CTI graduation ceremony was very distinctive this year!

Despite it all, CTI was able to go through the graduation exercises for a very special class of 2020, yet still respect Covid-19 safety guidelines. CTI did not hold one ceremony, but two, on two distinct days.

The two graduations were opportunities to meet again, celebrate and give a definite grand finale to years of schooling. The event was geared towards filming, and the event was thoroughly covered.

Congratulations to the new graduates!

The two pictures show the different groups of students celebrating at the end. CTI offers it congratulations and blessings!

Enjoy this picture! And this one too!

Mrs Bahiya Abou Tayeh, the beloved science teacher, is retiring after many years of service at CTI.  She has always showed love, compassion and care to her students. She always had a smiling face, and great concern for the welfare of students. She was a very conscientious teacher and she constantly devised novel ways for her students to learn.

We will miss Mrs Abou Tayeh a lot, and we wish her the best as she undertakes a new phase in her life. 

Love you, Mrs Abou Tayeh! 

It is with utmost joy and pride that we announce that CTI has signed an agreement with Sagesse University for collaboration in the future. Upon IB accreditation, CTI IB students will be able to use the library facilities of Sagesse University for research, as well the university's online resources. We present a picture of the occasion, with Dr Chris Moacdieh and Recteur Father Khalil Chalfoun.

The principal distributed encouragement diplomas to the students who improved most academically during the past term, as is evident in the grades of the latest report cards. We share with you the roster list:

Grade 7: Jennifer Haddad

Grade 8: Jeffrey Abou Jaoude

Grade 9: Christ Khoury

Grade 10: Maybel Saad

Grade 11Hm: Marc Manoufar

Grade 11Sc: Michael Moussa

Congratulations! 

We are happy to announce the marriage of the CTI teacher Sylvana Haddad and Vitally Haddad, on 02/20/2020, in Larnaca, Cyprus. We offer the couple our best wishes for a happy future together! 

A souvenir picture of the occasion!

Mr Joe Baz is a businessman, banker and soon to hold an administrative position in Life Agape. He was chapel guest speaker, and he shared personal experiences with the students.  

Thanks for coming, Mr Baz!

Kenan Farah of grade 12 accepted the Glory Road Futsal Tournament cup on behalf of his team! Congratulations, CTI team! 

In the same session, Zack Dabbour, also of grade 12, gave an overview of the CTI Football Team projects, including being qualified for the next stage in an inter-school football tournament. Best wishes, guys! 

We are pleased to announce the marriage of our teacher Mrs Rita Abi Rached to Mr Paul Fahed. The wedding was on Sunday, February 9, 2020, in the Maronite Church in Rome, Italy. CTI offers their best wishes for a happy future for the couple.

A souvenir picture...

Dr Chris Moacdieh is currently attending the World Education Summit, by special invitation, in Amman, Jordan. He shares this picture with us, and we offer our best wishes! 

Happy Valentine's from the kindergarten classes! 

Mrs Denise Dagher was chapel guest speaker on Thursday, February 13. She is a dynamic speaker and the students enjoyed her talk about how talk can harm or build. She accompanied her presentation with illustrations and a movie. The CTI students thank Mrs Dagher for sharing! 

Mr Lucas Ruegger, from Switzerland, visited CTI for a chapel presentation, followed by discussion sessions with grades 10A and 10B. It was a wonderful opportunity to have Mr Ruegger, and the students greatly enjoyed his presence. Thank you for coming, Mr Ruegger! 

It was the turn of the Open Arab University to be represented at CTI. Students of grade 12 met with the representative, and discussed matters pertaining to their future education. Thanks, OAU! 

Mrs Lina bou Malhab is in Amman, Jordan, participating in an IB professional development workshop. The event is held at the prestigious Queen Rania Conference Center. We offer our best wishes, and we are sure that she will come back with further knowledge about the practices, philosophy and implementation of the IB DP. 

Check the Gallery section for pictures!

As part of a lesson about the Middle Ages, grade 11 student Giovanni Nassar tried on a PhD gown whose tradition goes back to the Medieval period. We hope to see him and his classmates in such a gown one day! 

Mr Jad Melhem, representing the Red Cross visited CTI and gave an overview about first aid and what to do in case of emergencies. Mr Melhem received a contribution from grade 5, thanks to a previous initiative by Mrs Chaar. Kindly check the Gallery section for pictures! 

Mr Rupen Margossian, representing Haigazian University, visited CTI and shared with the students about colleges and careers. Thanks for visiting, Mr Margossian! 

Mr Jeremy Boucher, mathematician and father of students at CTI, shared with the students about cooperation. His talk was based on chapter 3 of the Book of Proverbs, and he complemented his talk with student participation. CTI thanks Mr Boucher for visiting the school, and hopes to see him again. 

Representing Balamand University, Mrs Abeer Abdel Rahman shared with the grade 12 students about future college education, in particular that related to Balamand University. CTI thanks Mrs Abdel Rahman for her visit! 

It was time for students to receive their DELF diplomas. Mrs Viviane Hourani, head of the French department, and the principal distributed the diplomas to all these students. Congratulations. Attached is a souvenir photo. 

As part of an ongoing project about healthy food, the students of Mrs Abou Tayeh presented PowerPoints, readings and actual healthy food for the class to sample. In one case, the students also wore chef's clothes. Thanks Mrs Abou Tayeh and students! 

Joseph Abou Zeid, of grade 7, organized a major game for the students. The game involved mathematical skills.and many students participated. The winner by draw was Sarah Ghnayma (shown here with friends) who was awarded a prize. Thanks, Joseph for the competition! 

What is a crab doing in Mrs Hala's science class, on the last day of school before the Christmas vacation? Well, you have to ask the students of Mrs Hala! 

Mrs Boucher, mother of Ella Mae, visited KGII and gave a story-telling session to the students. CTI thanks Mrs Boucher for coming! 

The grade 12 students at CTI had the chance to attend a session given by Mrs Nelly Khazen, representing NDU. It was an excellent session covering college and career matters. Thank you, Mrs Khazen! 

Teachers who will be teaching IB courses meet regularly for collaborative planning. We share with you the group hard at work! 

Mrs Rana Slaibi of LAU visited Grade 12 at CTI and offered career and university orientation. To the surprise of the students, several were offered free applications to the university. Thanks Mrs Slaibi.

Mrs Nelly Jarrouj represented Sagesse University during a presentation at CTI. This was part of a career and college orientation organized by CTI, and Mrs Jarrouj/Sagesse are to be thanked! 

It was the turn of Mr Fadi Khoury, representing the Antonine University, to lead the students of grade 12 in a career and college orientation session. Thanks for the workshop! 

Mr Ziad Douiery, representing AUST, offered his timely advise regarding careers, majors, and college requirements. CTI thanks AUST and Mr Douiery for visiting! 

College and career orientation is back after a few weeks' hiatus. 

CTI was honored with the presence of Dr Rabih Machaalani and Mr Ziad Douieri, on two separate occasions. Dr Machaalani talked about careers in Lebanon, the college entrance procedure, and education at the Lebanese University. Mr Douieri represented AUST and discussed prospects at that university. CTI thanks the two guests for coming to CTI. 

The CTI students participated in many activitied on Green Apple Day, as organized by Dar el Handasseh. Several groups of students were involved in ecological projects, and these students were awarded diplomas. They also got shopping bags in order to "reduce, reuse and recycle"! Thank you, dar el Handasseh and Mrs Eliane Touma Abi Rached.

Here is a picture of one group of students being awarded. And here is another group! 

Seen at CTI: An inspirational poster that we would like to share with you. Thank you, teacher and students who made this! We hope that the poster is an inspiration to anyone who reads it! 

Mr Mustafa Habbal was guest at CTI, representing AUB admissions. He shared with the students about their college education, in particular the aspects related to study at AUB. Thanks for coming, Mr Habbal.

What do we share this picture? Just to wish you a happy day! Blessings! 

Mrs Sarah Boucher was guest speaker at the Junior chapel at CTI. Her energetic presence was greatly appreciated by the students, who were active participants during the presentation. Thanks for visiting, Mrs Boucher. 

What is this thing about chess this year? All of sudden students can hardly wait to congregate to play chess. Quite a cerebral activity... 

Here is a picture. And another. 

We are happy to announce that CTI is now an IB Candidate School, pursuing a full IB Diploma Program. In order to attain World School authorization, the IB teachers at CTI will be selected and will have professional development for the program. There will  be constant supervision of our program at CTI from the international IB committee. CTI will be striving for excellence, as always! 

Alumnus Ray Chaar is involved in the Red Cross. So his visit to grade 5 involved workshops in first aid, artificial resuscitation, and a glimpse about the work of the Red Cross. Let's have you again at CTI, Ray! 

The kindergarten students (and sometimes their parents) welcomed the new school year in many ways. Here is Barney welcoming one class! Or balloons in another! Or 60th year frames in yet another class!  

Your principal attended a major International Baccalaureate (IB) conference in Dubai. He came back with many ideas and projects to be implemented soon at CTI. Welcome back, Dr Chris.

A group picture of the principals attending the conference. 

The school year has started, and Coach Bahzad was ready to welcome the year by leading the students in fun games! The mood was of happiness and excitement and we share a picture. And another. And another still! 

CTI has a new sign in the back gate area. As you are passing down Mkalles roundabout, take a glance...

Here is a picture of the process!

Wedding updates!

Two CTI teachers tied the knot this summer:

Ms Areni Taslakian had a beautiful wedding in Cyprus. She is currently in Amsterdam for graduate studies. CTI offers their best wishes!

Mr Jean Baghboudarian got married in St Nichan's Church, Beirut. He is currently on his honeymoon and will resume his duties at CTI in September. Congratulations!

During CTI's graduation ceremony, retiring teacher Mrs Lina Nehmeh was honored for her years of service at CTI. Dr Moacdieh presented her with a commemorative plaque, as she received a standing ovation.

Mrs Nehmeh's presence will be missed, and CTI offers her their best wishes.

Attached is a memento of the occasion!

The CTI spectacular graudation ceremony was graced by the presence of keynote speaker Dr Arda Ekmekji, dean of arts and sciences at Haigazian University. Her speech was perceptive, erudite and heart-felt.

CTI thanks Dr Ekmekji for her presence, and with her permission, would like to share her talk with you.

Congratulations to JEFFREY DAOUD, winner of Brain of CTI, Jr.

Congratulations to JEREMY BASTA, winner of Brain of CTI for this year!

Congratulations to three CTI students who were the greatest readers of Arabic books at CTI, and were thus winners at the Lebanese Reading Competition, held yearlong in all of Lebanon. The winners are Joy Abi Yazbek, Mohammad Jibaii and Paul Ghalayini. Their supervising teacher is Mrs Antoinette Samaha.

Congratulations to the students and teacher. Refer to the Gallery for more pictures!

During the Honor Day celebrations, CTI awarded the students who have attained an average of 18/20 or higher. This is their picture, and their names, left to right:

Anthony Riachi (first at school) - Sirine Abi Antoun - Gloria Kamar - Zahraa Ghnayma - Stephanie Younes -  Lynn Abbas - Claritta Maksoud - Gacia Azarian - Andrew Younes - Claritta Khoury

Sincere congratulations!

The H. John and Lily Galib Scholarship is a monetary award that is given every year to students who exhibit outstanding academic performance and moral integrity. The award was equally shared by 5 students this year, whose names and picture are listed below:

Anthony Riachi - first grade school

Claritta Maksoud - first middle school

Lynn Abbas - first senior classes

Wade Emanuel Watkins - first HS track, grades 4 - 11

Angie Neaimeh - greatest improvement for the year

Our thanks to the Galib Scholarship fund, and congratulations to the students!

In preparation for the CTI musical for this year, "Alpine Adventures", Imasha of grade 6 B wrote a poem to inform the parents and friends about the great occasion. We pass this poem to you, reminding you to reserve Saturday, June 1, at 5:15 for the event.

Mrs Farah Saad Feghali gave the latest statistics: these are the students who have read the most books from the CTI library! We list the names of the students, with the number of books that they have read so far.

Marie Therese Zoughaib (63 books) - Sally Estephan (48) - Esther Barakat (45) - George Attieh (39) - Mia Salloum (34) - Thad boucher (32) - Peter Dagher (31) - Sirine Abi Antoun (30)

Congratulations, and keep reading!!!!

The CTI Choir did it again! The theme this year was about songs from around the world. So, the enthusiastic audience got to travel to one country after another, and hear songs from many lands and peoples. All the popular songs were expertly sung by the choir who sang in no less than 10 languages. The choir was ably conducted by Mrs Jamie Chaaya, and accompanied by Mrs Krista Kashouh on the piano. A band also accompanied the choir. Mr Viken Dishchekenian made a surprise entry, and Mr Rudy Youssef accompanied the Lebanese segment on the oud. Bravo, Mrs Jamie! Bravo, choir!

For pictures, refer to our Gallery section, or the Facebook page.

Mr Fadi Aziz visited CTI and shared with the students about a local speciality, that of zaatar. Zaatar grows wild, and it is an iconic Lebanese food. But Mr Aziz goes further, with fresh takes on this traditional fare. He experiments, invents, and creates new products. So, we have different combinations of zaatar with spices or with kshik, or with nuts, or with fruits, or with goji berries. There are even zaatar infusions and zaatar sweets. Whilst retaining a solid Lebanese zaatar, he has taken it into the 21st century. We commend the work of Mr Fadi Aziz and refer you to his website: www.thegoodthymes.me

Grade 11 visited AUB for an orientation session. This is part of a two-year college and career orientation program at CTI. We attach a souvenir group picture!

The CTI Choir concert is scheduled for May 11, 2019 at 6:00 pm. The concert this year has the theme of "CTI Travelers: Songs from All Around the World." It promises to be very exciting! Kindly reserve the date!

Your invitation is posted here. 

We are pleased to announce that CTI has won a grand total of three prizes at the AUB Science and Math Fair. The winners are:

First prize - mathematics - intermediate: Jean Aoun, Michelle Khoury, Menassa Makarios and Sarah Rizkallah. Supervising teacher: Miss Priscilla Mrad

Second prize - science - secondary: Sabine bou Tayeh, Jeffrey Khalife, Annie Khoury and Bryan Powell. Supervising teacher: Mrs Shona Barakat

Second prize - mathematics - secondary: Vincent Douiehy, Alic Kleyaani, George Saab and Rafqa Younis. Supervising teacher: Mr Jean Baghboudarian.

A big bravo to the students and teachers!

The final number was around 1700 teachers from all over Lebanon, and over 35 guest speakers. These met for a huge conference that is the first of its kind, the National Educational Conference organized by the Association of Evangelical Schools in Lebanon. Our teachers participated, had an extraordinary experience, and will soon implement many salient points from the conference. We share a picture of a speaker (in this case Dr Paul Haidostian) with the CTI logo behind him. And this is a picture of the main auditorium. A group of CTI teachers that were able to get together for a picture. And another group of CTI teachers.

In an endeavor that promises to be the biggest educational event in Lebanon, the Association of Evangelical Schools is organizing a National Educational Conference. This will host several important speakers from the US and other countries, as well as key educational figures from Lebanon. Some keynote speakers include Eric Sheninger, Greg Benner and Alan November. The total amount of guest speakers is no less than 35, and there is the choice of around 70 sessions offered to teachers.

The event will be held at the National Evangelical Institute for Girls and Boys in Saida on Thursday, April 4, 2019 (evening – formal opening session), Friday and Saturday, April 5 and 6, 2019. All our teachers will be participating in the vital event, and there will be no class sessions on Friday, April 5, 2019 at CTI.

 “National Educational Conference” Hosted by the Association of #EvangelicalSchools @NEIGBschool  #Saida  #UnlockingOurPotential  #AESL 

A belated welcome back to Miss Hermez and Mrs Maha, who attended the Queen Rania Teacher Forum in the Dead Sea area, Jordan. The two teachers will soon share with their counterparts the main points of the conference.

The VIP row, with Queen Rania in the forefront. And can you spot the CTI teachers in this picture?

During the traditional CTI banquet in occasion of Teachers' Day, Miss Maha Hachem was honored for 25 years at school. Miss Hachem teaches social studies to the intermediate and secondary classes. She is a knowledgeable and eager teacher, who is eager for the success of her students. Congratulations, Miss Hachem and God bless!

During the traditional CTI Teachers' Day banquet, Miss Nancy Bacha was honored for 25 years of service at CTI. Miss Nancy Bacha is a teacher of KGII. She is a loving and creative teacher who is loved by her students. She has given her all to the service of children! Congratulations, Miss Nancy Bacha and may God bless you!

It is teachers' day, and schools are celebrating. Meanwhile, Miss Hermez and Mrs Maha are in the Dead Sea area, Jordan, to attend the Queen Rania Teacher Forum. It is the first day of lectures and workshops, and more than a 1000 people from all over the world are attending. We hope for a profitable convocation, and expect to hear the two teachers share with us the latest. Here is the entrace to the forum. And a group with Mrs Maha (third from left).

And here is one more student whose midyear exam average was actually an improvement! Meet Christie Khoury of grade 8, who joined the list of top students who have evidenced a surge in midyear exam grades! Bravo, Christie!

As part of an ongoing series of how people live in different cultures, mothers have visited KGIII and shared about their homeland. So far, and in alphabetical order, we had wonderful presentations from:

Mrs Boucher, mother of Chandler, who shared about the US

Mrs Ghobrael, mother of Marcelino, who talked about Egypt

And Mrs Liss, mother of David, who also gave a presentation about the US

CTI offers its gratitude for the gracious presence by these mothers!

The grade 6 students did an excellent job on an exam, so the teachers Miss Areni and Mrs Jamie decided to reward them. It was pizza time all around, for everybody! Bravo, grade 6, and thanks teachers!

It is not really expected for school grades to go up during the midyear exams. But many CTI students were to accomplish this. Congratulations to all! Today, CTI honored those students who got the highest increase in their midyear exam averages. So, the biggest congratulations go to (left to right) Kiera Assaad, Joanna Basta (greatest improvement this time), Edwin Wehbe and Karl Saad! Bravo!

Dr Joel Leitch is a psychologist, counselor, therapist, author and pastor, with a wide spectrum of specializations. He addressed the senior students on "Let's Talk about being Alive!" Dr Leitch discussed four dimensions to a person: the biological, the psychological, the social and the spiritual. He explained what each dimension is, showing the shortcomings that occur when each is not well taken care of.

We share a picture of the session, and another!

We are happy to announce that in a subsequent football game, Gabriel Aoun of grade 10 was also voted as Most Valuable Player. This was part of the USEK football school tournament. Bravo! Here is a picture of the award, taken from the Sports Mania Facebook page, with thanks.

During the USEK sports championships, the CTI football team played another school and won, leading on to the next stage in the tournament. After the game, Zack Dabbour was voted most valuable player, as the picture shows. Congratulations. The pictures were taken from the Sports Mania Facebook page, with thanks!

Representatives from CTI will attend the educational forum in Jordan, in March 2019. This is an initiative of HRH Queen Rania al Abdullah's Teacher Academy. The teacher skills forum is in partnership with the International Baccalaureate (IB) and will host several illustrious experts in the field of education.

Dr Michael Bassous, secretary general of the Bible Society in Lebanon, visited CTI and gave an excellent talk to our students. He discussed the work of the organization and encouraged the students to follow a daily Bible reading plan. He surprised his audience with samples of a new Bible Society app that used colloquial chat language as Bible texts. CTI thanks Dr Bassous for coming!

CTI students are already using our new and updated gym. We have bought new machines, got more weights, and updated equipment. We are aiming to have one of the best school gyms in Lebanon!

Here is what our gym now looks like!

Congratulations, SE students! You have all passed with flying colors. Accept the best wishes of the administration and teachers!

Wonderful results! Great standard! Bravo, grade 12 LS on passing the official exams. Best wishes!

Congratulations, GS students! All of you passed with exemplary results! Bravo!

Congratulations, Brevet students! All of you passed, and most of you with honor ratings! Accept the best wishes of the principal, administration and teachers!

On Wednesday, June 20, the class of 2018 said good bye to CTI, and have now embarked on a higher education adventure. The sumptuous graduation ceremony had pomp and circumstance. Guest speaker was the energetic Mrs Nicole Eid Abou Haydar, managing director of Unite Lebanon Youth Project. The crux of her talk was "live to learn and learn to live". After the ceremony, the guests headed to an opulent reception.

We will post pictures as soon as we have them.Congratulations class of 2018.

Congratulations, General Science students on passing the governmental exams. Thank you, teachers, for your efforts. Best wishes at college, grade 12!

Congratulations, Life Science students on passing the governmental exams. Thank you, teachers, for your efforts. Best wishes at college, grade 12!

Congratulations to the CTI grade 9 students for passing the Brevet governmental exams. Every single student passed, and the vast majority of the students obtained honorable mentions (good, or very good). The highest average was obtained by Elena Sarnouk, and CTI offers Elena its heartiest congratulations.

What remains is to thank the teachers for their intensive work throughout the year, and the students for their efforts!

His Excellency, Mr Elias Bou Saab, represented by Mr Imad Ashkar, awarded Mrs Moacdieh a special certificate of merit for her years of service at CTI. This was a memorable and touching moment during the Honor Day celebration on Friday, May 27, 2016, which brought the audience to their feet. Congratulations to Mrs Moacdieh, and congratulations to CTI. We present a few pictures of the occasion:

Standing ovation

Mrs Moacdieh is honored

Souvenir picture with teachers

CTI is undergoing extensive renovation, inside out! So, if you pass by CTI during the summer of 2015, you will be surprised by a lot of restoration and scaffolding. To give you an idea, here is a picture of what the school looks like. It is expected that by the end of August, all work will be over. Excuse the inconvenience for the time being!

And now we add to the latest news about Brevet: every single student at CTI in the grade 12 LS and GS sections pass the official exams. Moreover, a large percentage of the students got honorable mentions of "good" or "very good". Congratulations to the students, their parents and their teachers!

Congratulations to the CTI students of grade 9. Every single student passed the Brevet exams. And it is worth mentioning that many students earned honorable mentions for "good" or "very good" ratings. We single out Joe Melki for getting an overall average close to 18/20!

Our sincere congratulations to the students, their parents and their teachers!

Last year we were voted Smartest School in Lebanon, in the Virgin Radio School Challenge. This year we are in a very nice second position, thanks to the efforts of Pamela Haddad. We still have time, and we may end up first again this year. Who knows?