19. Rehan Climbs: The Barakah Equation
It’s a strange tension to live with. In my public-facing role, I’m immersed in work of vision and service—teaching, counseling, and lea...
16. Rehan Climbs: Between Hope and Heartache
The emotional oscillation between hope and heartache is a constant pendulum in life and institution-building. Some of our teachers ment...
14. Finding Peace in a World of Noise
Lately, I've been reflecting on the impact of the constant influx of information on our lives. The news cycle never seems to stop, and ...
13. What’s in a Name? Unveiling the Meaning Behind Sanad’s New Look
The Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) said, "He who has a child born to him should give him a good name and a good education..." Thi...
11. A Muharram Moment: Reflections on Loss and Life
In the wake of my father’s passing, a profound awareness of my own mortality fueled a desire to honor his memory by paying my blessings...
10. Beyond Report Cards
A Parent’s True Test
As another school year draws to a close, I find myself filled with a mix of emotions – pride in my children’s gro...
9. Where Did Our Dreams Go?
Remember those days, brimming with youthful energy, when our hearts overflowed with ambition, fueled by the purest intentions? We dream...
8. When Doors Open [and Close]
It was my last day in Tarim, and I didn’t want to leave. With a mix of sadness and anticipation, I walked into the classroom on another...
7. People, Process, & Principles on the Path
People. At home and in the masjid, I like to pray next to my son. When he was younger I would hold his hand as we found a place for two...
6. Man With A Plan
Given its context, one of the most resonating lessons on empathy can be found in To Kill a Mockingbird, when Atticus says to his daught...
