August
202622Open House
25Mevlid Kandili
28–29Program Groups Start
2026–2027
6th Grade Boys
Open House
Welcome to a year of friendship, faith, learning, service, and meaningful growth — together.
Welcome, Families • 2026–2027
This Term
45
Students
Program Structure
8
Groups
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01 • Academic Calendar
Academic Calendar
Key dates from the 2026–2027 BrightChoice Middle School calendar, arranged month by month so families can see the year at a glance.
September
20265–6Mentor Training
7Labor Day
17Parent Visits Begin
October
202610Siyer Fair
15Parent Visits End
24Hizmet (Service) Fair
31Food Fest
November
202611Veterans Day
14Friends Giving Dinner
20–22Thanksgiving Cep Camp
26Thanksgiving Holiday
27–28University TG Camp & Seminar
December
202610Beginning of the Holy Months
24–29Winter Camp
January
20271–6Winter Camp (University)
4Mirac Kandili
18MLK Day
18Mentor Appreciation Dinner
22Berat Kandili
February
20278Start of Ramadan
March
20278–12Spring Break
9–11Ramazan Bayrami (Eid al-Fitr)
12–14Mentor Camp
April
20271Kutlu Dogum Ayi Begins
23HS Kutlu Dogum Quiz
24MS Kutlu Dogum Quiz
25University Kutlu Dogum Quiz
May
20271BCF Gala + University Graduation
14–19University Camp
28–31Summer Camp Begins
June
20271–2Summer Camp
25–26Program Groups Start (new term)
July
2027—No major calendar event listed.
02 • Weekly Program
1–6 PM
One afternoon.
Many meaningful moments.
Rather than a rigid hour-by-hour schedule, our program flows through worship, learning, conversation, food, movement, and responsibility.
01
Qur’an / Elif-BaReading and foundational learning
1:00–1:30 PM02
Dhuhr Prayer + TesbihatPraying and remembering Allah together
1:30–2:00 PM03
Book ReadingQuiet reading and guided discussion
2:00–2:30 PM04
MealShared table, shared responsibility
2:30–3:00 PM05
SohbetAge-appropriate faith conversations
3:00–3:30 PM06
Snack TimeA short break to recharge
3:30–3:45 PM07
Media TimeWatch, think, discuss, reflect
3:45–4:00 PM08
ActivitySports, games, projects, and fun
4:00–5:00 PM09
Asr Prayer + TesbihatClosing the afternoon with worship
5:00–5:30 PM10
Clean-UpLeaving the space better than we found it
5:30–6:00 PM03 • Mentor Baba
A supportive parent
for every group.
Each group will have one selected Mentor Baba who helps the mentor and supports the group throughout the year.
01
Group Support
Helps with group needs, coordination, and practical support.
02
Parent–Mentor Connection
Strengthens communication between families and the group mentor.
03
Events & Participation
Supports logistics, events, and student participation throughout the year.
04 • Qur’an Track
Qur’an Track
We partner with two organizations so students can continue building their Qur’an recitation outside our weekly sessions.
One-on-One Lessons
Private Qur’an instruction (Özel Ders) tailored to each student’s pace and current level. Bright Choice Foundation registrants receive a 15% discount.
$10 / hour · 20-hour course
Flexible Sessions
Individual or small-group instruction, scheduled around your family’s availability.
$10 – $15 / hour
Qur’an Academy Registration Form
Scan the QR code or use the button to open the Qur’an Academy form.
Open Qur’an Academy Form
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05 • Camps
Two highlights
of the year.
Our camps create space for friendship, worship, learning, outdoor activities, and memories that stay with students long after the program ends.
Winter Camp
December 24–29
A focused mid-year experience to reconnect, recharge, and grow together.
Summer Camp
May 28 – June 2
A joyful end-of-year camp built around brotherhood, faith, activities, and shared experiences.
06 • Parent Consent Form
One form.
Peace of mind for the year.
Please complete the 2026–2027 Parent/Guardian Consent & Medical Authorization Form for your child. It covers program participation, emergency medical authorization, photo & media consent, medical information, additional support information, and insurance details.
Complete the Parent Consent Form
Scan the QR code or click the button to complete the form online.
Complete Parent Consent Form
Scan to open07 • What We Ask From Parents
It works when
we do it together.
Our program depends on family participation. These small, consistent contributions create a stable and welcoming environment for every student.
01
Host the weekly program
Because we do not currently have enough dedicated houses, we need to rotate the program among parent homes each week.
02
Pick up & drop off on time
Being punctual helps the program start and finish smoothly for students, mentors, and host families.
03
Provide weekly refreshments
Families will take turns providing simple snacks or refreshments for the group.
04
Stay in touch with the mentor
We ask parents to keep consistent communication with the group mentor throughout the year.
05
Pray together at home
When possible, we encourage families to pray in congregation with their children at home.
06
Read together
Make room for shared reading at home so learning continues beyond the weekly gathering.
08–09 • Community
Belong. Serve. Grow.
Students thrive when the program extends beyond one weekly meeting and becomes part of a caring community.
BCF Community Group
Stay connected with the larger BCF family.
We encourage every family to join the BCF Community group for announcements, opportunities, updates, and stronger communication throughout the year.
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Community Service
Teach service by doing service.
Throughout the year, we plan age-appropriate service experiences so students can turn values into action.
10 • Qurban Contribution
Join this year’s Qurban offering.
Last year, our community came together to offer 13 Qurbans.
As part of this year’s program, Bright Choice Foundation will organize a Qurban offering. Families who would like to participate may send a contribution of any amount through Zelle.
Zelle Information
RecipientOsman Yilmaz
Phone number(832) 451–3344
ContributionAny amount
Please confirm that “Osman Yilmaz” appears as the recipient before sending.
Scan this QR code in your bank’s app to contribute.
Recipient: Osman Yilmaz · (832) 451–3344
11 • Coordinators
We’re here for you.
For questions about the 6th Grade Boys program, please contact the coordinator below.