Get To Know Mr Attry, The School Principal Of EIS

 

Mr Attry is the principal of Emaan International School. An honest and hardworking man, he works with his staff, helping them with everything he can. In fact, when the school just started, he did not shy away from doing some menial work. When asked why he was doing so, he replied, "Prophet Muhammad, peace be upon him, has shown us an excellent example. When the mosque in Medina was being built, he worked hard with the rest of the Muslims, although the people told him to rest. Leaders must work with their teams. That's what I think." Below are some photos of Mr Attry in late 2019, carrying some furniture and putting up banners.

Mr Attry Putting Up A Banner

Mr Attry Carrying A Table

The handsome school principal is one of the most approachable and patient persons you will meet. Always polite, he will make time for you whether you are a teacher, parent, student or even a stranger who comes without an appointment. Our students love him too. When a Primary 1 boy was asked what he wanted to be when he grows up, he responded without hesitation, "I want to be a school principal, like Mr Attry!"

With a Master Degree from International Islamic University Malaysia, Mr Attry speaks 5 languages – English, Khmer, Arabic, Malay and Cham! Wow! In a country where most Cambodians can only speak Khmer and the literacy rate is low, Mr Attry shows Cambodians that the mastery of languages is of strategic value. The mastery of English allows him to communicate with people all over the world. The mastery of Malay opens up education and employment opportunities in Malay-speaking countries like Malaysia, Brunei and Indonesia. Inspiring!

"You must use a language regularly. Otherwise you will forget the words. Alhamdulillah (God be praised), I am glad I have lots of friends that I can speak 5 languages to," Mr Attry laughs. The mastery of 5 languages is indeed a feat, and we hope that Mr Attry will be able to inspire the students at EIS to master new languages. Insha Allah (God willing).