Please be reminded that Monday, December 2, 2024, will be a Professional Development Day for our staff. There will be no school for students on this day.
We look forward to welcoming our students back to school on Tuesday, December 3, 2024, when the normal school day will resume.

Second Announcement: Friendly Reminder About School Break
Dear Parents and Community Members,
This is a friendly reminder that our school will be on break from Monday, November 25, 2024, to Monday, December 2, 2024. During this time, the school will be closed, and no regular classes or activities will take place.
Normal operations will resume on Tuesday, December 3, 2024.
Please plan accordingly, as any school-related inquiries or deliveries during this break may be affected. We encourage you to reach out before or after the break if you have any urgent matters.
Thank you for your attention to this notice, and we wish you a wonderful and restful holiday season!

Dear Parents and Community Members,
Please be advised that our school will be on break from Monday, November 25, 2024, to Monday, December 2, 2024. During this time, the school will be closed, and no regular classes or activities will take place.
Normal operations will resume on Tuesday, December 3, 2024.
We encourage you to plan accordingly and would like to remind you that any school-related inquiries or deliveries during this break may be affected.
Thank you for your understanding, and we wish you a wonderful and restful holiday season!

Our Manara Academy app keeps getting better and better! Parents/guardians who have already created a Rooms account can now access new app features like chat and class streams via web and in the app.
Download for Android https://aptg.co/4DgxKz
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Hunger & Homelessness Awareness Week

We are excited to invite you to the first session of our Parents University, hosted by the Manara Academy Department of Parent & Family Engagement. This informative session will focus on Navigating the MyON Digital Library at Home, where we will guide you through accessing and utilizing this valuable resource to support your child’s reading and learning.Please see the attached flyer for more information, including how to reserve your spot for this session.
We look forward to partnering with you to enhance your child’s educational experience!

Say “hello” to two-way messaging and classroom announcements in the Manara Academy app! With the addition of Rooms, our district app keeps getting better. Parents/guardians check your email with instructions to sign up and access new features.

Family Spotlight

Say “hello” to two-way messaging in the Manara Academy app! The same district app now offers class streams, class announcements, and parent-teacher chat. Look for your personalized invitation to begin using this feature in our app after November 7th.
Download for Android https://aptg.co/4DgxKz
Download for iPhone https://aptg.co/C4hvxN

Manara Academy celebrates our principals in recognition of Principal Appreciation Month. Thank you to our principals! Your unwavering support and service is appreciated!

Manara Academy is excited to announce the availability of school chaplaincy services for our families and students! Sh. Bakeer will be available at all of our campus locations beginning in November. He looks forward to serving the families of Manara. Chaplaincy services are provided for all students using a non-denominational approach. Parent permission forms for chaplaincy services are available upon request. Yousef Bakeer is a scholar and youth worker who has dedicated the last 15 years of his life to serving the youth community. Born and raised in Cairo, Egypt, he graduated from Al-Azhar University with a Bachelor's degree in Islamic Studies. He is fluent in several languages and has traveled the world to share his knowledge. As the Youth Director for Valley Ranch Islamic Center and a teacher with Manara Institute, he mentors Muslim youth and helps them develop a deeper understanding of their faith. He holds an ijaza in Quran and is pursuing advanced degrees in Islamic Studies and chaplaincy. Sheikh Yousef's education and experience make him a valuable resource for the Muslim community, and his dedication to youth has inspired many to pursue a life of service and faith.

Congratulations Manara! We have been recognized as a 2024 Canopy School nominated for innovation and student-centered learning.

Dyslexia

Unlock a World of Reading with myON! 📚✨ We’re excited to announce that myON, a fantastic digital reading platform, is now available for your student! With thousands of books, personalized recommendations, and 24/7 access, your child can enjoy reading anytime, anywhere—even offline! Ask your child's teacher for the myON link and login info to get started. Let’s make reading a daily habit! 📚💙

Suicide Awareness Month!

School will be closed on Monday, September 2nd due to the Labor Day Holiday and Tuesday September 3rd for Teacher Professional Development. School will resume on Wednesday, September 4, 2023. Have a safe holiday weekend!

📸 Picture Day is coming on Friday, August 30th! 😄Pre-order your school pictures today on mylifetouch.com using the Picture Day ID found on your flyer, Lifetouch email communications or search for it online at mylifetouch.com.✨

Thank you to everyone who has already paid the Chromebook insurance fee. If you haven't already, please make your payment through our web store (https://manaraacademy.revtrak.net/) as students will receiving their Chromebooks this week.
Welcome Back, Students and Families! We're excited to start this new academic year with fresh opportunities for learning, growth, and fun. Let's make it a great one!

A New Year, New Adventures! The start of a new school year brings new friends, new experiences, and new knowledge. Get ready to embark on an exciting educational journey!

