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Zayd Kadiwala, an LHA student in PreK 2, plays in the snow with a big smile.

Snow Much Fun

Anum Khan, Staff Writer January 21, 2025

January 9th and 10th will go down as two of the most exciting days of the year for Brighter Horizons Academy students. For two rare and magical days, Dallas was covered in a blanket of snow, and school...

Conquering the PSAT

Noirit Rahman and Yousuf Nema December 9, 2024

The Preliminary SAT (PSAT), often viewed as just practice for the SAT, plays an important role in a student’s college journey. This standardized test, which takes place in the Fall semester at Brighter...

MIST Co-President Hania Hashimi (Left) and STUCO President Lena Elnager (Right) face off with tensions high.

STUCO VS. MIST: The Battle Of The Clubs

Kulsum Zubair, Staff Writer November 20, 2024

As the school year progresses, the clash of clubs grows stronger with each passing second. The bustling of after-school activities can be heard daily from three-fifteen to four. High schoolers hurry to...

Sophomore, Zaynab Kazi, enjoys her walk in nature in New York. Kazi visited New York in October 2023 during fall break.

Falling For Autumn

Anum Khan, Staff Writer October 16, 2024

As the leaves of trees change color and the sunshine wanes, the arrival of autumn brings all sorts of new changes, not just in weather. The crisp autumn air welcomes new possibilities for memories and...

As a freshman in high-school, Zeina Elhamadany runs a business selling various kinds of crochet-plushies.

Passion to Profit:

Nimra Mahmood, Staff Writer October 10, 2024

Starting off a business can be a tough decision for anyone. However, embarking on such a path while being a freshman in high school can be considered ambitious. Zeina Elhamadany, now a sophomore, has taken...

With the rise of the internet and widespread digitization of the world, being safe online is more important now than ever before.

Online Safety

Osayd Haq, Staff Writer September 19, 2024

Cyber security is something we all have to worry about. With hacking attempts on the rise, everyone must strengthen their online safety. From passwords to social media, here are some tips to enhance your...

Ms. Nouhad Sahyouni is head of the Quran and Islamic Studies department, and is widely respected by many students.

Inspiring Teachers at Brighter Horizons Academy

Zia Zaidani, Staff Writer September 18, 2024

Brighter Horizons Academy (BHA) aspires to produce leaders who will be successful in this life and in the hereafter. Their students, on the other hand, hope for teachers who understand them and make them...

How Sports Offer New Opportunities

Shahd Ginawi, Staff Writer July 4, 2024

Sports can offer many different opportunities. They give opportunities to people who want to achieve their dreams and make themselves famous for what they're good at. Moreover, sports offer a pathway to...

Volunteering is a valuable activity for high schoolers which not only benefits their college application, but also provides a meaningful opportunity to benefit society. (Attribution: Sandy Quadros Bowles)

The Importance of Volunteerism in High School

Yahya Abou-khamis, Staff Writer June 14, 2024

 At the Academy, high school students are required to volunteer 20 hours a year due to its importance for college applications. This makes students wonder where to seek support for meaningful opportunities...

 Freshman, Shifa Alhaddad, attends Umrah with her siblings. Alhaddad performed Urmah in December 2022.

Umrah Transforms Students:

Anum Khan, Staff Writer May 22, 2024

Coming Home From Umrah:  Effects Umrah Has On Students  Returning from Umrah or Hajj isn't just finishing a trip; it's like leveling up in life. Students don't just bring back souvenirs; they come...

When We Forget History

When We Forget History

Wahaj Uddin, Staff Writer May 19, 2024

A chilling wind swept through our encampment in Valley Forge, where 12,000 revolutionaries stood united but starving, facing the bleak certainty of death by freezing or starvation. In those desperate moments,...

The game of chess is one that not only provides an opportunity to relax and have some fun, but also has benefits for the brain and memory.

Chess: A Strategic Symphony for Growing Minds

Yahya Najeeb, Staff Writer May 18, 2024

Chess is a game that becomes a training ground for improving people's attention spans. The memory skills required to learn the game of chess help children improve their ability to concentrate. As challenging...

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