Open House Evening Program

Open House  ·  2026

The Evening’s Program

Saturday, June 13
5:00 – 8:00 PM
Islamic Centre of Kingston

Section 1 · Opening

Welcome & Qur’an Recitation

Sister Mie

We begin our evening as we begin every day at Manar — with the words of Allah — followed by a warm welcome to all our families.

Section 2 · Keynote

The Main Goal of Islamic Education

Sheikh Ahmed Khalil — MAC Islamic Centre, Ottawa

A special guest keynote from an imam, inspirational speaker, and da’wah coordinator with over 20 years of experience in Islamic activism.

Principal’s Address

A Look at Our Year

Principal Eram

School-wide milestones, our mission of never separating academics from faith, and a glimpse of the journey ahead.

Section 3 · Teacher Presentations

Inside Each Classroom

A quick look at every class this year — straight from the teachers who live it each day.

Teacher Amira · Qur’an & Arabic
Teacher Mariam · Islamic Studies
Teacher Ghina · JK & SK
Teacher Ghoson · Grades 1 & 2
Teacher Sadaf · Grades 3 & 4
Teacher Aysha · Grades 5 & 6

Section 4 · A short break

Salat Al-Asr

We pause for prayer and resume the program immediately after. Students, please return promptly to your places on the stage.

Begins at
6:35PM

Section 5 · The pinnacle of our evening

The Student Play

The students of Manar Academy, with Teacher Ghoson

Our students bring their year to life on stage — their learning, friendships, laughter, and love for Manar Academy.

Section 6 · Closing

Celebrate, Explore & Enjoy

Closing remarks, then please walk through the students’ work on display — projects, artwork, science work and Islamic reflections — and join us in the main hall for pizza & refreshments. Kindly note food and drinks are not allowed in the extension.