Small-group structure with consistent mentor support throughout the year.
2 Mentors
BRIGHT CHOICE FOUNDATION • 2026–2027
North Open House
Welcome to our 6th, 7th & 8th Grade Boys program — a year of friendship, faith, learning, service, and meaningful growth together.
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This Term at a Glance
North program
at a glance.
One shared middle school program with grade-specific structures only where they are needed.
Small-group structure with consistent mentor support throughout the year.
2 MentorsSmall-group structure with consistent mentor support throughout the year.
1 Mentor01 • Academic Calendar
Academic Calendar
Key dates for the 2026–2027 North middle school program, arranged month by month for families.
August
202622Open House
25Mevlid Kandili
28–29Program Groups Start
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.
Program Schedules
Schedules
All Grades
10:00 AM–3:00 PMDaytime Program
One shared daytime schedule for the North program.
10:00–10:30Qur’an / Elif-Ba
10:30–11:00Book Reading
11:00–11:15Snack Time
11:15–11:45Sohbet
11:45–12:15Meal
12:15–12:30Media Time + Discussion
12:30–2:00Activity
2:00–2:30Namaz + Tesbihat
2:30–3:00Cleaning
7th & 8th Grade
Overnight Program
Evening + MorningFor 7th and 8th grade students. Horizon 7th graders will rotate into weekly overnight groups, and 8th grade will use the overnight format whenever possible.
6:00–6:30 PMNamaz + Tesbihat
6:30–7:00Qur’an
7:00–8:00Yemek
8:00–8:30Namaz + Tesbihat
8:30–9:00Sohbet
9:00–9:30Namaz + Tesbihat
9:30–11:00Aktivite + Yatış
9:00–9:30 AMKahvaltı
9:30–10:00Media Time + Müzakereli
10:00–10:40Kitap Okuma
10:40–11:00Snack
11:00–11:30Temizlik
03 • Mentor Baba
A supportive parent
for every group.
Each group across 6th, 7th, and 8th grade will have a selected Mentor Baba who supports the mentor and 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.
Qur’an Track • All Grades
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
Scan to openRehber Talebe Programı • 7th & 8th Grade
VanguardClub
A special program for 7th and 8th grade students who complete their monthly checklists with care and consistency.
For qualifying 7th and 8th graders, we will organize special istişare gatherings, programs, and activities throughout the year.
V
01
Checklist Completion
Students who complete their monthly çetele/checklist will be invited into Vanguard Club for that cycle.
02
Student Consultation
We will sit down with participating students, listen to their ideas, and make plans together through consultation.
03
Programs & Activities
Students in Vanguard Club will be included in special programs, activities, and opportunities prepared for them.
04
Renewed Every Month
Participation will be reviewed monthly based on the new checklist, giving every student a fresh opportunity to qualify.
7th & 8th Grade • Camp Survey
Scan the QR Code
Please use the QR codes placed on the tables during Open House to access and complete the camp survey.
7th & 8th Grade • Your Input Matters
Your responses will help us understand availability, preferences, and interest as we organize future camp experiences.
Camps
Camps &
Camp Survey
Winter and summer camp dates apply across the North program. The Camp Survey note below is for 7th and 8th grade families.
Winter Camp
December 24–29
Our winter camp is planned for the mid-year break.
Summer Camp
May 28 – June 2
Our summer camp will close out the year with shared activities and time together.
Parent Consent Form • All Grades
One form.
Peace of mind for the year.
Please complete the 2026–2027 Parent/Guardian Consent & Medical Authorization Form for your child before participating in program activities.
Complete the Parent Consent Form
Scan the QR code or click the button to complete the form online.
Complete Parent Consent Form
Scan to openWhat We Ask From Parents • All Grades
It works when
we do it together.
Our program depends on family participation. These small, consistent contributions help us keep the program warm, organized, and sustainable for every student.
01
Pick up & drop off on time
Being punctual helps the program start and finish smoothly for students and mentors.
02
Provide weekly refreshments
Families will take turns providing simple snacks or refreshments for the group.
03
Stay in touch with the mentor
We ask parents to keep consistent communication with the group mentor throughout the year.
04
Pray together at home
When possible, we encourage families to pray in congregation with their children at home.
05
Read together
Make room for shared reading at home so learning continues beyond the weekly gathering.
Community • All Grades
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.
Qurban Contribution • All Grades
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
North Contacts
Questions? Reach out.
For questions about the North 6th, 7th, and 8th Grade Boys program, please contact one of the coordinators below.