Assalamu Alaikum,

We hope this update finds you well, insha’Allah! We’re excited to announce several upcoming programs and events at BHA, with many exciting initiatives on the horizon. We look forward to your participation and support!

May Allah (SWT) bless our students with knowledge, wisdom, and success in this world and the hereafter. Ameen.

Jazakum Allahu Khairan!

Admin Leads

Congratulations to all of our Islamic Studies and Quran contest winners! Your dedication and hard work have truly paid off, and we are so proud of each and every one of you! MashaAllah, you’ve shown incredible knowledge and love for our Deen. Keep shining and inspiring others with your efforts!

We are excited to invite you to a special college counseling workshop titled “Faith as an Admissions Ticket: How Islamic Values Shape College Success,” featuring Br. Hamzah Henshaw. This event is designed for high school students and parents and is open to the entire community. Middle school parents are also welcome to join.

Event Details:
• Date: September 24
• Time: 6:00 PM
• Location: BHA AG Campus

About the Workshop:
Br. Hamzah Henshaw will share how Islamic values can shape the college admissions process, helping students achieve both academic and spiritual success. With over 20 years of experience, Br. Hamzah has helped place hundreds of Muslim teenagers into top American universities.

About the Speaker:
Br. Hamzah Henshaw was born and raised in Boston and became Muslim at the age of 15. He graduated from Harvard in 2001 and has spent the past 20 years in the field of education in the Middle East, North Africa, and the United States. For more than a decade, he worked at Al-Noor Academy, New England’s first full-time K-12 Islamic school. There, he helped place hundreds of Muslim teenagers into many top American universities.

He founded Five Before College in 2023 to bring his expertise in college placement to the ummah as a whole. He helps Muslim teenagers navigate the US college application process while maintaining their Islamic identity. FBC emphasizes the importance of starting early—five years before college—and uses the Five Before Five hadith as a framework for developing well-rounded Muslim teenagers who will become exceptional college candidates and pave their way to success in this life and the next.

RSVP:
Please confirm your attendance by filling out this form: forms.gle/3GEp1GAv8YUz317VA

We look forward to seeing you there, insha'Allah!

Come support our high school students as they kick off their very first FRC (FIRST Robotics Competition) team at BHA!

To help fundraise, they’ll be hosting a bake sale during lunchtime and after school. You can also find them during the college counseling session happening the same day. Your contributions will help them raise the necessary funds to start their team and get ready for competition!

We’re excited to launch our new Student of the Month program, where we will recognize one standout student from each middle and high school grade level. Each month will have a different focus, and for October, the theme is Leadership.

To be selected, students must demonstrate initiative, the ability to inspire and influence others, strong communication skills, and the power of teamwork. Your teachers will be looking for those who lead by example both in and out of the classroom.

We can’t wait to see these leadership qualities in action as we select one exceptional student from each grade. The winners will be announced at the end of October and will be featured on the campus bulletin board. Will you be one of them?

The ASB is excited to announce Career Day at Bright Horizon Academy! This event will give our high school students a unique opportunity to explore a variety of career paths through interactive booths and presentations led by professionals from different industries.

Middle school students will also get in on the action with fun activities focused on resume-building and career prep. It’s never too early to start planning for the future!

All activities and schedules will be shared by our ASB team soon, so stay tuned for more details.

We’ll also have food trucks providing lunch, and we’ll be serving a special meal to our guest speakers as a token of appreciation for their time and support.

We’re thrilled to announce the launch of our very first Robotics and Engineering Club for KG-3rd grade! This is a huge milestone for our school, as two Jr. FLL teams will be joining the prestigious FIRST LEGO League this year, Insha’Allah! Our young innovators will not only design, build, and program their own creations, but they will also develop an innovative solution to one of the world’s challenges related to this year’s theme, Submerge. We can’t wait to see the creativity and excitement this program will bring to our students!

Our 4th-8th grade Robotics Club is hard at work, gearing up for an exciting robotics season! From building and programming to strategic planning and team-building activities, these students are developing key problem-solving skills. On top of all that, they’re diving deep into this year’s Submerge theme, researching real-world challenges to create innovative solutions that can help make the world a better place. We can’t wait to see what they achieve!

We are thrilled to share some exciting news about our soccer program! This year, we are aiming to elevate our soccer curriculum by preparing our students for higher-level skills and competitive play. To help us achieve this goal, we are pleased to announce that Coach Mohamed Noor will be joining us to take our soccer program to the next level.

Coach Mohamed Noor is a highly experienced soccer coach and scout with a USA D License. He currently serves as the Head Scout for DC United Soccer Club and Top Ballers Training. Mohamed is also the Director of Soccer at Dehesa Method Sports Academy, where he oversees coach development and player progress.

We are excited about the potential impact Coach Noor will have on our students, from Kindergarten through 8th grade. The specific days for practices will be finalized soon.

To finalize details with Coach Noor and ensure the best possible experience for our students, we are now gauging interest. We encourage all interested families from KG through 8th grade to register using the link below. The first session will be offered for free, giving students the chance to experience this amazing program. More details on starting dates will be shared soon.

https://forms.gle/vpfhDPeB2KU7i1M18

We look forward to an exciting season of soccer and appreciate your support in making this program a success. If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to reach out.

Assalaam Alaikum Dear Community,
BHA would like to proudly announce the 2nd Annual Fall Festival at our Allied Gardens Campus. It is a family-friendly event and everyone in the community is welcome!

Carnival games, Mobile Basketball Arcade, Concessions and more! Shop around and support the participating local businesses and enjoy different cuisines from our featured food vendors from all over San Diego.

Event Details:
Date: October 19th, 2024
Time: 12:00 - 4:00 pm
Location: 7202 Princess View Drive, San Diego, CA 92120
Tickets:
ADVANCE Adult (15 yrs+) - $10; Child (5 yrs+) - $7; Child (under 5) - Free
AT DOOR Adult (15 yrs+) - $15; Child (5 yrs+) - $12; Child (under 5) - Free

*Every child ticket receives a select number of carnival tickets at the door*

Over 1,000 attendance previously, this is an amazing opportunity to market to our San Diego Muslim community!

Sponsorship
Support BHA by sponsoring the Fall Festival
• free admission for 2 adults
• option to set up an information table for your business
• Social media marketing for your business before and after the event
• Cost: $250

Food Vendor
Sell food at the event and cater to the community
• Free admission for 2 adults
• sell your food directly to the large San Diego community
• Social media marketing for your business before and after the event
• Cost: $250

Business Vendor
Sell non-food related goods and services to the community
• Free admission for 1 adult
• sell your non-food related goods and services directly to the San Diego community
• Social media marketing for your business before and after the event
• Cost: $100

Volunteers
These events cannot be possible without the support & contribution of our wonderful volunteers. We are scouting our community for help so please consider bringing your energy to this fun day! Sign up to be a volunteer here. VOLUNTEER SIGN UP FORM

Please take advantage of the discounted ticket prices by purchasing your tickets NOW!
TICKETS BUY NOW

For more information: FALL FESTIVAL INFO

Lastly, help us spread the word by sharing the flyer with your friends and family.

We look forward to seeing you all at the festival

BHA Fall Festival Committee

Do you have an idea for a new extracurricular, club, workshop, or after-school enrichment program at BHA? We encourage parents to submit their proposals and help us expand the opportunities available to our students. If you're interested in leading a new club or program, please share your ideas using the link below!

Enjoy our fresh, gourmet lemonade—24 oz for just $4! 🍋✨ Don't miss out on this refreshing deal. See you there!

Thank you so much to the students who have adhered to the uniform policy. The link below serves as a reminder of these guidelines. All students are expected to be in their correct uniforms.

Please note: Black jackets and pants are not allowed; only plain navy is permitted, including the PE pants. If you need help finding any of the required uniform items, we are here to assist you. We can provide links to various affordable vendors.

Thank you for your cooperation.