H.H. Sheikh Hazza bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Chairman of Abu Dhabi Executive Council, has wished students, parents, teaching and administrative staff across the country's schools a successful new academic year.

"The beginning of the academic season every year fills us with hope and optimism, as this is the time to instil hope while achieving positive results that will support the process of development in the country," he said.

Learning is the gateway to knowledge, and it is everyone's duty to ensure the school year is successful, he added.

Sheikh Hazza bin Zayed highlighted the exceptional support provided by President His Highness Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum and His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the UAE Armed Forces, to the education sector.

"This support should be an incentive to all those who contribute to the educational process, including schools, teachers, administrative personnel, students and parents, and help conduct a successful school year that would accelerate the development of this vital sector," he concluded.