The Lebanese Independence Day is one of the nationally observed days at L.I.S. This great event was celebrated on the 20th November 2015. It was marked with a moving speech delivered by H.E. the Lebanese Ambassador to Sierra Leone Mr. Nidal Yehya. Followed by that of the Chairman of the Board, Mr. Samih Hashim and the president of the Lebanese Community Mr. Samir Hassanyeh who made eloquent speeches . This occasion was filled with pomp and pageantry. A variety of Arabic cultural dances and songs were put up by students in their colourful costumes. Preceding these events was a friendly basketball match among L.I.S students – Form 5 and 6. This historic event was witnessed by the Chairman of the Academic Committee Mr. Faisal Basma and a host of other dignitaries.
Also the Principal Mr. Ali Ahmad , Director of Studies Mr. Momodu Kamara, teachers and parents. Both the Sierra Leone and Lebanese flags were hosted side by side to show the cordiality between the two states.