My name is Feryal Al-Qadi. I grew up in Kuwait, and have been teaching Arabic and Quran in GLIS for the past 13 years. I have my degree in Arabic and Islamic Studies from the Islamic American University. I also teach in the Dar Al-Quran program. In my free time I enjoy reading Quran and visiting my family.

My name is Noha Alkholi . I completed my Bachelor's Degree of Physical Therapy at Cairo University and am currently a Quran teacher at the Islamic School. I am a mother of four daughters that have each attended the Islamic School. I have been teaching Quran for more than 12 years. I specialize in teaching beginners how to read the Quran. I am honored to be a part of the GLIS Team!

Mirvat had been a staff member of the school when it first opened way back in 1996. She taught Preschool, Arabic, and was a teacher’s aide. Mirvat is a very kind and caring person who we are pleased to have working with our students.

My name is Ourida, this is 14 year at GLIS. I am truly honored to have been a part of so many young lives over the years. I began my career in education at the Farooq Saudi School. I taught Islamic Studies and Qu'ran to both elementary and middle school. In my free time I enjoy to cook, and make crafts.

Trained as a medical doctor, Raghda Khatib is very knowledgeable in Islam and Arabic, including a certificate of Tajweed of Qur'an. Prior to joining the Islamic School, Raghda has several years of experience in teaching.

My name is Rania Aborashed. I am honored and excited to be teaching Arabic again at GLIS. I have been lucky to be part of the school community since its establishment. I have taught Arabic and Quran for more than 7 years and was the librarian for 5 years. I earned a bachelor’s degree in Arabic Language and Culture and master’s in Arabic Language and Linguistics from California University of Pennsylvania. As a passionate Arabic teacher, I believe that students learn the language by using it. I like to bring innovation to the classroom to make language learning meaningful for my students. I have high expectations for all my students and look forward to an exciting and fun filled year!

My name is Sahar Mohamed, I’m a Quran teacher at the Greater Lansing Islamic school. I studied Arabic and Islamic studies in Egypt. I teach Quran in the summer Quran program and Nur Academy. I’m a mother for 2 young boys who attend GLIS. I’m very grateful to be a part of the GILS family .

Mohamed@school.lansingislam.com

My name is Sawsan Mahmoud. I have been in this community for 29 years; I have been married for 22 years and have three girls. I graduated from Ross Medical Education Center as a Medical Assistant, I worked at Meridian Women’s Health clinic for four years. I started with GLIS 9 years ago as an Arabic teachers. This year I'm excited to work in the office as the Administrative Assistant . I will also be teaching Arabic to Early Pre- K. Alhamdullah, I'm happy and thankful to work here and be part of GLIS family.