God is Love
Hope School-Beit Jala
Providing top quality education for youth in Palestine
Serving children in the name of Christ
Hope Secondary School was founded in 1962 as a Christian School serving the Bethlehem area by providing biblically founded education. Since then, Hope School has grown and expanded to include many facilities, activities and educational opportunities for children in need.
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Dar Al-Kalima Lutheran School Hosts 8th Annual Sports Day Under Episcopal Patronage
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Bethlehem – Under the esteemed patronage of His Excellency Bishop Sani Ibrahim Azar, Dar Al-Kalima Lutheran School proudly hosted the 8th Annual Lutheran Schools Sports Day on April 25th, 2025. The vibrant event brought together student athletes from all three Lutheran schools in Bethlehem, along with returning participants from Hope School for their second consecutive year.
This year's competitions featured exciting indoor football matches, strategic chess tournaments, and fast-paced table tennis games – all designed to enhance athletic excellence.
The tournament continues to strengthen ties between local educational institutions while developing essential physical and social skills for young participants. "We are honored to host this signature event for the eighth consecutive year," said Rev. Anton Nassar, Principal of Dar Al-Kalima. "Welcoming Hope School again this year was particularly meaningful. In these games, we celebrate every participant as a champion of teamwork and perseverance."
Dar Al-Kalima and Hope School look forward to continuing this cherished tradition of uniting schools through athletic competition.
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No Fear
This Film depicts the struggle of a student named Maryam, who is a victim of bullying. It shows how important it is to seek help from other students, the principal, and the social worker.
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Everyone can watch the film by clicking the link below.
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1j13T1glnPoiFZ6zpzu6Nd1lXjRCSnIR7/view?usp=sharing
Life Gate children visiting Hope School
Life gate helps children and young people and their families to develop a healthy self-esteem, builds trust and motivates them to individually tailored support programs.
Children from Life Gate visit Hope school regularly. They do different activities with our children, which teaches a child how to manage one's emotions and behavior, while also being considerate of other children's feelings.
Eventually, we strive to include these children in our scholastic program and be part of our family in Hope School.
PSYCHO-SOCIAL CONSULTANCY
At our school, our primary focus is addressing the psycho-
social effects of the war on students' mentalities and behaviors.
Violence, indifference, and bullying are central concerns in the
social department's program. The school’s social workers
conduct 14 weekly sessions tailored for children aged 6 to 16.
The program emphasizes raising awareness and includes in-
depth activities designed to foster understanding and positive
change.
DON’T BULLY YOUR CLASSMATES
In partnership with “Inad’s-Theatre-of-Art”, the school has
created a short film focused on the issue of bullying in schools.
The film, which involved the active participation of 11th-grade
students, is scheduled to be shown in all schools across
Bethlehem and the West Bank. According to Mr. Foad, the
school’s social worker, the film holds significant importance as
it tackles two of the most prevalent issues faced by students
(accounting for 70% of their problems): bullying and violence.
The project serves as a proactive response to the challenges
arising from the current situation in the Holy Land. The film will
be available in English language to be provided to our friends
upon their request.
Merry Christmas & Happy New Year
As we approach this Christmas season, our hearts are filled with
gratitude for the support and love you’ve shown to our school.
Your kindness and generosity have been a light in times of
challenge.
This year, more than ever, we pray for peace and for an end to the
difficult and painful situations that many are facing in the Holy
Land. We stand united in Christ and hope for a brighter day
ahead, where love, understanding, and compassion prevail.
May the spirit of Christmas fill your hearts with joy, and may the
coming year bring peace, healing, and hope to all.
In Christ we pray ... Amen.
Christmas tree
Despite the challenging circumstances surrounding
us, this year, we decided to go ahead with erecting
the Christmas tree. Diala and Christiana, full of
enthusiasm and hope, insisted on carrying out the
task, determined to bring some joy and cheer to
others. In a time of uncertainty, they believed that
the simple act of setting up the tree would not only
lift our spirits but also brighten the hearts of the
children at the school. The sight of the tree, adorned
with sparkling lights and colorful ornaments,
became a symbol of resilience, a reminder that even
in difficult times, we can still spread happiness and
warmth to those entrusted to us. Children and staff
at Kindergarten did the same.
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Hope School awards Ministry of Education
In recognition of their efforts and collaboration in addressing important issues concerning our students, the school administration decided to award the Head of Department in Bethlehem along with three of his colleagues. A small trophy was presented to each of them as a token of appreciation.
The Head of Department expressed his gratitude for the gesture, emphasizing that his department will continue to collaborate with Hope School. He also shared his admiration for the progress the school has made in recent years. In return, Mr. J thanked the Head of Department and reaffirmed their commitment to ongoing cooperation for the benefit of the children and students.
Bronze Medal - Third position
Our school team proudly won third place in the scientific competition among schools in the Bethlehem area, a prestigious event focused on exploring innovative ways to employ LED energy in agriculture. Our students designed an environmentally friendly greenhouse powered by solar energy resources, showcasing their creativity and understanding of sustainable practices. Zein and Lauren represented the school at the competition, presenting their project to the judgment panel with confidence and clarity. In recognition of their hard work, the school received a humble trophy, and both Zein and Lauren were honored with awards for their outstanding contributions to the project. This achievement reflects the dedication and ingenuity of our students, demonstrating their potential to make a positive impact on the future of agriculture and energy efficiency.
Football Contests
To help mitigate the impact of the war on children's mental well-being, Hope School placed a strong emphasis on extra-curricular activities. Sports, particularly, is a popular activity that engages young people. In line with this, the school organized a football competition for the junior classes, ranging from grade 7 to grade 10. A school team was selected to compete against the Lutheran School team in Bethlehem. Although we lost, the event sparked enthusiasm among our students.
The first female student at Hope School
It was a truly memorable moment when an elderly woman unexpectedly visited my office and introduced herself: "My name is Georgette Habash, and I was the first female student at this school." She shared that it was a significant challenge to join a male-dominated school at that time. "I enrolled in September 1970 and graduated in 1972," she explained. She handed me a black-and-white photo from her graduation day. Over the course of an hour, she recounted the history of the school. As she spoke, she mentioned several of her influential teachers—Bandal Qattan, Bishara Awad, Alex Awad, Solomon Nour, Nimer Butros, and others who had a profound impact on her life. "They equipped me with valuable skills in typing and accounting," she said. Georgette went on to become one of the most active women in the local community, advocating for women's rights.
