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Office of the Director General • Rafic Hariri Foundation

A Vision of Excellence, Empathy & Innovation

Official address from the Director General, Dr. Farah Mekkawi, welcoming students, parents, and educators to an inspiring academic journey built upon timeless heritage and future-ready aspirations.

Hariri High School Network
Holistic Well-Being & Academic Leadership

Education is not merely the transmission of knowledge; above all, it is the nurturing of human potential, the shaping of compassionate critical thinkers, and the empowerment of future-ready leaders.

Dear Students, Parents, and Members of Our Educational Community,

The beginning of every academic year is always a new beginning—a moment filled with hope, energy, and opportunity. As we embark on this new academic year, we come together once again with renewed enthusiasm and a sincere determination to shape new pathways that will enable our schools to grow, evolve, and shine even more brightly.

This year begins with a renewed vision that reflects continuity with our rich legacy, while embracing the courage and readiness needed to face the challenges of the future. Building on the achievements of previous years, we are now shaping a forward-looking vision that places innovation and development at the heart of our mission. Our goal is to prepare our students not only for academic success, but also for the opportunities and challenges of a rapidly changing world.

“At the core of our vision remains the safety, psychological well-being, and social well-being of our students. Their health, happiness, and sense of belonging are essential foundations for meaningful learning.”

Education is not merely the transmission of knowledge; above all, it is the nurturing of human potential. For this reason, we place particular emphasis on social and emotional learning, cognitive and developmental skills, and the cultivation of leadership qualities, so that every student may grow to become confident in their abilities, a constructive critical thinker, and a compassionate leader.

Our approach is firmly grounded in values: positivity, integrity, and resilience. These values are pillars of both individual and collective success, and through them we seek to inspire our students to become active citizens and agents of positive change. This mission is deeply rooted in the vision of the first educator, the late President Rafik Hariri, whose educational journey continues to guide our path and illuminate our mission.

Let us work together this year—educators, families, and students—to build an environment where innovation and creativity flourish, diversity is embraced, and every child feels empowered to pursue and achieve their dreams.

With deep gratitude for your trust and partnership, and with great hope for all the goodness and generosity this year will bring, I wish you a fruitful, inspiring, and joyful academic year.

With sincere appreciation and commitment, Dr. Farah Mekkawi Director General • Rafic Hariri Foundation
Hariri High School II Office of the Director General

Strategic Pillars of Our Educational Journey

Guided by the Director General's vision, our schools translate institutional commitments into transformative student outcomes.

Holistic Student Well-Being

Prioritizing safety, mental health, and emotional resilience as foundational prerequisites for deep intellectual growth and personal flourishing.

Academic & IB Excellence

Fostering inquiry-based learning, IB and PYP candidacy standards, and STEAM methodologies that cultivate rigorous critical thinking.

Values & Civic Integrity

Instilling honesty, resilience, empathy, and active citizenship rooted in the legacy of late Founder President Rafik Hariri.

Collaborative Synergy

Uniting teachers, parents, and students in a transparent, communicative partnership to champion each child's individual aspirations.