Dates
When was the school established?
1835
What was the school for girls named in 1823?
Beirut Female School
Where is BESGB located?
Rabieh, Metn
The figure of speech: "furnished their home with warm hearts and welcoming smiles" is?
Metaphor
What kind of environment does BESGB provide for students?
An equitable environment
When was the whole story/idea of a school for girls born?
1823
Who traveled to the US for a fund raising campaign in 1830?
Dr. Henry Jessup
Where did the Presbyterian Missionary come from?
The US
During which empire was ASG established?
Ottoman Empire
What does equitable mean?
Fair and unbiased
When was Jessup hall established?
1831
Who was the Missionary who established ASG?
Sarah Smith
Where was the first Beirut Female School located?
Downtown Beirut
Why was BESGB relocated?
The Beirut City Council decided on a road plan that would dissect the school.
Which values are students of BESGB guided by?
The Gospel and Protestant Church
When was the new school site in Rabieh opened?
1975
Who first started the tiny school of four girls?
Mr. and Mrs. Deforest
Which region/s did ASG educate?
Lebanon and Syria
Why wasn't Mrs. Kennedy able to attend the lunch prepared at ASG in her honor?
She fell ill.
What are the 5 values of BESGB?
Excellence, honesty and trust, fairness and respect, diversity, and teamwork
When do you think the first Lady Mrs. JFK visit Lebanon?Mid 1950s, Early 60s, or Early 70s?
In the early 1960's.
Who was the US First Lady to visit Lebanon and the school?
Mrs. Jacqueline Kennedy
Which Hall was ready in 1831?
Jessup Hall
What does the Mjaddara incident reveal about Mrs. Kennedy?
It reveals her humility and generosity.
Based on the school's vision, what kind of future citizens does the school aspire to forge?
Responsible, well rounded individuals who shall become examplary citizens and agents for change in society