Assalamu Alaikum,

We hope this update finds you well, insha’Allah! We’re excited to announce several upcoming programs and events at BHA:

• College Counseling Workshop
• Career Day at AG
• Launch of Our First KG-3rd Robotics Club
• New Soccer Program (First session free!)

We look forward to your participation and support in these exciting initiatives!

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

Jazakum Allahu Khairan!

Admin Leads

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!

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 are thrilled to announce the launch of BHA's very first Lower Elementary Robotics Club! In this exciting club, students will have the unique opportunity to become part of an international robotics league—the FIRST LEGO League Jr. (FLL) division.

Each year, the FLL challenges teams with a new theme that addresses real-world problems. As a part of the club, our students will research the year’s theme, explore global issues related to it, and work together as a team to come up with innovative solutions. Not only will they get to present their ideas to judges, but they will also develop and practice oral presentation skills to showcase their hard work.

But that’s not all—students will also get hands-on experience building and programming LEGO robotics models to bring their innovative solutions to life!

For this year, we are planning to start two teams:

• One team for KG-1st grade
• One team for 2nd-3rd grade
  Each team will have a maximum of 8 members.

If you have any questions, please email the elementary robotics mentor, Ms. Iqra, at: iqra.fatima@issdweb.org.

We’re excited to watch our young innovators grow as they develop problem-solving skills, creativity, and teamwork in a fun, competitive environment. Stay tuned for more information about meeting times and how to join!

Let’s gear up for an amazing robotics adventure!

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. Practices for Kindergarten through 3rd grade will be held at Lindbergh Park, while 4th through 8th graders will practice at AG Campus and occasionally at the park uphill. 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

During the recent assembly, the QIAS teachers highlighted the importance of respect, beginning with self-respect. They explained that self-respect involves following the rules set by teachers, staff, and parents, and that respecting oneself and others helps to create a positive environment for learning and personal growth.

To emphasize this, the teachers shared a hadith from the teachings of the Prophet Muhammad (peace and blessings be upon him) about the value of treating others with kindness and dignity. The hadith reads:
"None of you will truly believe until you love for your brother what you love for yourself."
(Related by Bukhari and Muslim)

Additionally, the assembly featured a video on social-emotional learning to further engage the students. This video helped students understand their emotions, build empathy, and develop positive social skills—all essential aspects of fostering respect for themselves and others.

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!

High School Students,

If you're interested in finding meaningful volunteer opportunities, click the link below to access a wide range of options that might align with your interests and goals:

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.