Saudi Arabian International School - Bedouin Yearbook (Riyadh, Saudi Arabia)

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 2:35 p.m. signals the exodus to the parking lot. All students are collected behind the school. Near an over-heated bus. Chris Rohlfs and Brandon Ramos make plans for tomorrow. One of the many hired drivers waiting to collect and transport his passengers home. Shazia Mohammed performs for the photographer inside the Nissan Civilian. Fun is synonymous with bus-ride for many. 4Across the sand playground Summer Williamson starts toward her classroom. Bussing 13

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On the road again: Bussing Not An Issue At SAIS Private chauffeurs, minicoaches, coasters, and even large school busses converged on SAIS-R every morning and afternoon to drop off and collect the 2900 plus students and teachers. Walking to school was almost unheard of. For some, life en route to school and home was the most interesting part of the day. Plans were made, studies were finished, music was enjoyed, and often unexpected adventures “in the fast lane” around Riyadh were encountered. 12 Bussing

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What did SAIS-R students do after school hours and on weekends? Because the population was spread to every corner of Riyadh in villas, apartments or on compounds, it was impossible to tell all. One thing could be said ... it was unusual compared to life back home, be it North America, India, or the Far East. Pleasures and pastimes were fully enjoyed by our students. Most compounds had swimming pools, playgrounds, and tennis courts. Motocross and BMX were popular, as well as rock bands and ballet. Dances were given at compounds instead of at school. Jon Richardson?? Whoever it is shows that tennis requires readiness and balance. Providing DJ delight at a compound dance are Tom Capling and Rob Dube. BMX enthusiast rides through the air with the greatest of concentration. Maneuvering his BMX off the ramp is Clayton Williams, a veteran rider. When school's out, fun is found at home. Keeping Busy Easy To Do 14 Community Life