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    Chris Akel

    IB College Counselor & Theory of Knowledge Teacher at Ramallah Friends School

    Chris Akel is an experienced educator currently serving as the IB College Counselor and Theory of Knowledge Teacher at Ramallah Friends School. In this role, he helps students develop critical thinking skills and navigate the college application process, particularly within the International Baccalaureate (IB) framework.2

    Akel is also a co-founder of Pathways, an organization dedicated to enhancing English education, college access, and youth development for rural, refugee, and low-income communities in Palestine. His work focuses on connecting resources from the U.S. diaspora community to support Palestinian youth, particularly in mental health and counseling.13

    In addition to his teaching and counseling roles, Chris Akel is pursuing a master’s degree at the University of Chicago’s Crown Family School of Social Work, Policy, and Practice, indicating his commitment to expanding his expertise in social work and community support.1

    Highlights

    Nov 28 · rfs.edu.ps
    [PDF] Alumni in the Spotlight - Ramallah Friends School

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    Brooklyn, New York