Last April, the Khartoum American School (KAS) in Sudan faced unimaginable conflict and terror as war engulfed the city. For five harrowing days, the staff, students, and families sought refuge, hiding from stray bullets and air strikes, their fear and urgency mounting with each passing moment.
Amid this crisis, the chair of the KAS board, Mohamed Omer Suliman, himself a graduate of Schutz American School (SAS), reached out to SAS with hope and admiration.
“At this moment I address you with the utmost respect as a student of Schutz and not as board chairman of Khartoum American School.
When I was informed of the possibility of Schutz hosting our students I was very proud and many memories sprung into my mind. ‘My school’ would be hosting my children’s school. Although almost 40 years now, I recollect all these memories as if they were yesterday.
The most important thing about Schutz was the first name basis with which we addressed our teachers (Don Ytzen, Judy Halsema, Fiona Wilson, Godfrey, and Betty Williams along with their daughter Glenys Williams).
And many more who shaped our relationship with adults that we learned to deal with in their due respect yet with the strongest of confidence.
This in itself was the most important lesson I had learned from Schutz. As a young entrepreneur, I dealt with many older persons and the openness, honesty, and confidence with which I addressed them allowed me to successfully compete in a Sudanese market that was previously only open to groups of elite businessmen and very difficult to penetrate.
For this, I am pleased and hopeful that our students from Khartoum American School will be lucky enough to get a taste of this important chapter in their lives. In my belief, it is the school that builds people into what they become and what they accomplish.
I owe Schutz a great deal to this day. I am hopeful our students from Khartoum will get an opportunity to experience Schutz as have I and many students before and after me. Sudan is passing through a difficult time in its history and the war has taken a strong toll on both the country and the people.
I am currently living in one of our farms in Gezira State, 100 kilometers South of Khartoum. Hoping and praying for this horrid nightmare to end.
As soon as possible it would be my honor to revisit my school, Schutz!”
Mohamed's connection to SAS and the stories he had heard about the school from Bridget, the head of KAS, inspired a vision of collaboration. They dreamed of a partnership where KAS staff and students could attend classes on-site at SAS.
With the support of the SAS community, this dream became a reality. KAS now has a physical home for the academic year 2023/24, allowing the school to continue its mission with gratitude and hope. This partnership has the potential to create a transformative experience for both KAS and SAS students.
Now, we turn to you, our esteemed alumni of Schutz American School, to extend a helping hand. This campaign aims to raise awareness and funds for the Khartoum American School and its refugee students. Your generous donations will make a tangible difference in the lives of these young individuals, providing them with access to quality education, stability, and a sense of hope for a better future.
We invite you to be part of this noble cause by contributing to our fundraising goal of $25,000. Your donation, no matter the amount, will directly impact the lives of these refugee students, enabling them to rebuild their lives and pursue their dreams.
As an alumnus of Schutz American School, you have the power to create a lasting impact and make a difference in the lives of those who have faced unimaginable hardships. Your support will not only provide the necessary resources for the Khartoum American School but also send a powerful message of unity, compassion, and solidarity.
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 in Sudan faced unimaginable conflict and terror as war engulfed the city. For five harrowing days, the staff, students, and families sought refuge, hiding from stray bullets and air strikes, their fear and urgency mounting with each passing moment.Amid this crisis, the chair of the KAS board, Mohamed Omer Suliman, himself a graduate of Schutz American School (SAS), reached out to SAS with hope and admiration. “At this moment I address you with the utmost respect as a student of Schutz and not as board chairman of Khartoum American School. When I was informed of the possibility of Schutz hosting our students I was very proud and many memories sprung into my mind. ‘My school’ would be hosting my children’s school. Although almost 40 years now, I recollect all these memories as if they were yesterday.The most important thing about Schutz was the first name basis with which we addressed our teachers (Don Ytzen, Judy Halsema, Fiona Wilson, Godfrey, and Betty Williams along with their daughter Glenys Williams).And many more who shaped our relationship with adults that we learned to deal with in their due respect yet with the strongest of confidence. This in itself was the most important lesson I had learned from Schutz. As a young entrepreneur, I dealt with many older persons and the openness, honesty, and confidence with which I addressed them allowed me to successfully compete in a Sudanese market that was previously only open to groups of elite businessmen and very difficult to penetrate. For this, I am pleased and hopeful that our students from Khartoum American School will be lucky enough to get a taste of this important chapter in their lives. In my belief, it is the school that builds people into what they become and what they accomplish. I owe Schutz a great deal to this day. I am hopeful our students from Khartoum will get an opportunity to experience Schutz as have I and many students before and after me. Sudan is passing through a difficult time in its history and the war has taken a strong toll on both the country and the people.I am currently living in one of our farms in Gezira State, 100 kilometers South of Khartoum. Hoping and praying for this horrid nightmare to end.As soon as possible it would be my honor to revisit my school, Schutz!” Mohamed's connection to SAS and the stories he had heard about the school from Bridget, the head of KAS, inspired a vision of collaboration. They dreamed of a partnership where KAS staff and students could attend classes on-site at SAS.With the support of the SAS community, this dream became a reality. KAS now has a physical home for the academic year 2023/24, allowing the school to continue its mission with gratitude and hope. This partnership has the potential to create a transformative experience for both KAS and SAS students.Now, we turn to you, our esteemed alumni of Schutz American School, to extend a helping hand. This campaign aims to raise awareness and funds for the Khartoum American School and its refugee students. Your generous donations will make a tangible difference in the lives of these young individuals, providing them with access to quality education, stability, and a sense of hope for a better future.We invite you to be part of this noble cause by contributing to our fundraising goal of $25,000. Your donation, no matter the amount, will directly impact the lives of these refugee students, enabling them to rebuild their lives and pursue their dreams.As an alumnus of Schutz American School, you have the power to create a lasting impact and make a difference in the lives of those who have faced unimaginable hardships. Your support will not only provide the necessary resources for the Khartoum American School but also send a powerful message of unity, compassion, and solidarity.This is the link to donate in EGP Local Bank Transfer "Facebook")
 in Sudan faced unimaginable conflict and terror as war engulfed the city. For five harrowing days, the staff, students, and families sought refuge, hiding from stray bullets and air strikes, their fear and urgency mounting with each passing moment.Amid this crisis, the chair of the KAS board, Mohamed Omer Suliman, himself a graduate of Schutz American School (SAS), reached out to SAS with hope and admiration. “At this moment I address you with the utmost respect as a student of Schutz and not as board chairman of Khartoum American School. When I was informed of the possibility of Schutz hosting our students I was very proud and many memories sprung into my mind. ‘My school’ would be hosting my children’s school. Although almost 40 years now, I recollect all these memories as if they were yesterday.The most important thing about Schutz was the first name basis with which we addressed our teachers (Don Ytzen, Judy Halsema, Fiona Wilson, Godfrey, and Betty Williams along with their daughter Glenys Williams).And many more who shaped our relationship with adults that we learned to deal with in their due respect yet with the strongest of confidence. This in itself was the most important lesson I had learned from Schutz. As a young entrepreneur, I dealt with many older persons and the openness, honesty, and confidence with which I addressed them allowed me to successfully compete in a Sudanese market that was previously only open to groups of elite businessmen and very difficult to penetrate. For this, I am pleased and hopeful that our students from Khartoum American School will be lucky enough to get a taste of this important chapter in their lives. In my belief, it is the school that builds people into what they become and what they accomplish. I owe Schutz a great deal to this day. I am hopeful our students from Khartoum will get an opportunity to experience Schutz as have I and many students before and after me. Sudan is passing through a difficult time in its history and the war has taken a strong toll on both the country and the people.I am currently living in one of our farms in Gezira State, 100 kilometers South of Khartoum. Hoping and praying for this horrid nightmare to end.As soon as possible it would be my honor to revisit my school, Schutz!” Mohamed's connection to SAS and the stories he had heard about the school from Bridget, the head of KAS, inspired a vision of collaboration. They dreamed of a partnership where KAS staff and students could attend classes on-site at SAS.With the support of the SAS community, this dream became a reality. KAS now has a physical home for the academic year 2023/24, allowing the school to continue its mission with gratitude and hope. This partnership has the potential to create a transformative experience for both KAS and SAS students.Now, we turn to you, our esteemed alumni of Schutz American School, to extend a helping hand. This campaign aims to raise awareness and funds for the Khartoum American School and its refugee students. Your generous donations will make a tangible difference in the lives of these young individuals, providing them with access to quality education, stability, and a sense of hope for a better future.We invite you to be part of this noble cause by contributing to our fundraising goal of $25,000. Your donation, no matter the amount, will directly impact the lives of these refugee students, enabling them to rebuild their lives and pursue their dreams.As an alumnus of Schutz American School, you have the power to create a lasting impact and make a difference in the lives of those who have faced unimaginable hardships. Your support will not only provide the necessary resources for the Khartoum American School but also send a powerful message of unity, compassion, and solidarity.This is the link to donate in EGP Local Bank Transfer&source=https://dmluoj0wft2i7.cloudfront.net/thumbnails/media_slide_16x9/cdn/images/64f59c375cefc.jpg "LinkedIn")
