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Testimonials

What educators say.

Real words from Islamic school leaders, teachers, and program directors who have worked with Asmaa and Reach & Teach.

<p>This was, without question, one of the most impactful professional development sessions our staff has experienced. Several staff members began applying what they learned right away and have already shared positive results and benefits with their students.</p>

Dr. Jemilat Salami-Oyenuga Principal, Madina Academy (Windsor, CT)

<p>I would confidently recommend Asmaa to any school seeking engaging, Islamic-centeric professional development that genuinely supports and uplifts teachers. She demonstrated exceptional professionalism, with meticulous pre- and post-event planning, clear communication, and seamless event management.&nbsp;</p>

Zaffar Ahmad President, Global Association of Islamic Schools (South Africa)

<p>Asmaa's presentation was insightful, engaging, and deeply practical. The impact of her session was immediate, and the positive feedback from our teachers speaks volumes about the value she brought to our school community.</p>

Zina Bakha Principal, Al Madina School of Richmond (Richmond, VA)

<p>The most successful professional development we have had in the 5 years of Al Bayan&rsquo;s tenure! Our staff, especially myself, feel so blessed to have come across your contact! Each workshop was well planned and executed, each leaving us wanting more!</p>

Hira Syed Vice Principal, Al Bayan Learning Center (Norcross, GA)

<p>The best Islamic PD on classroom behavior and child discipline I&rsquo;ve attended in my decades of teaching. Practical Islamic examples from the Qur&rsquo;an and Seerah made the concepts deeply relatable and impactful.</p>

Anonymous PLC Attendee, FITRAH Framework PLC (virtual)

<p>What stood out most was her intentionality: we planned months in advance, and she took the time to truly understand our context, tailoring her sessions in a way that felt individualized and genuinely responsive to our needs. Alhamdulillah, the impact was immediate and noticeable.</p>

Saja Jaber Principal, MAS Quran Blossoms (Bridgeview, IL)

<p>She connects her work to our deen, which is a major plus. I truly appreciate her professionalism. She is a true blessing to the Islamic schools of today.</p>

Halima Ismail Principal, Guidance Academy (Grand Rapids, MI)

<p>It is indeed rare to have a program which is uplifting in terms of behavioral issues while also listening to stories from the Seerah, the interesting stories from Ustaadha Asmaa's experiences as an educator, all the while being so entertaining, interactive, engaging, and, above all, spiritual at the same time.</p>

Ismail Vahed Head of Department, Islamic College of Newcastle (South Africa)

<p>Our teachers genuinely enjoyed the session. Asmaa created a warm and comfortable space where staff felt understood and supported. It felt authentic and immediately applicable.</p>

Wajiha Jamali Principal, Al-Falah School (Ontario, Canada)

<p>Sr. Asmaa&rsquo;s workshop was outstanding! The examples and strategies she provided were practical and relevant to our teachers. Her enthusiasm for Islamic education and passion for helping fellow educators are truly evident!</p>

Nudrat Siddiqui Assistant Principal, Islamic Center of Hawthorne Saturday School (Hawthorne, CA)

<p>Our staff shared that the time went by quickly, the content was highly applicable to their work, and the reflection activities were both meaningful and eye-opening. The sessions were well-paced, easy to follow, delivered with clarity and enthusiasm, and truly addressed our needs as Muslim educators.</p>

Nadia Khashuka Principal, Quba Islamic School (Rowland Heights, CA)

<p>Reach &amp; Teach is the BEST use of your time and funds. From the interview that guaranteed school specific activities, to the beautiful professional materials, and the seamless integration of best practices, sunnah, and cultural awareness, you will not find another session like this!</p>

Ayana Azim Principal, Islamic Center of Kansas Weekend Academy (Olathe, KS)

<p>The session felt both deeply meaningful and incredibly practical. We walked away feeling uplifted, informed, and confident to apply what we learned.</p>

Hamzah Ebrahim Teacher, Houghton Muslim Academy (South Africa)

<p>As a principal, I am so happy to finally see a PD speaker and topics that are relevant to Islamic schools and Islamic school teachers. This has been missing in our school systems for so long.</p>

Haleema Syed Principal, ICN Noor Academy (Naperville, IL)

<p>The balance between effective classroom techniques and a spiritually grounded learning environment was truly appreciated.</p>

Nayeela Jaffery Principal, Al-Huda Academy (Streamwood, IL)

<p>You truly left a lasting impact on each of us. Thank you for a powerful and meaningful workshop.</p>

Seema Mehdi Counselor, Al-Huda Academy (Streamwood, IL)

<p>The training was very relevant to our work as Educators of students of Deen.</p>

Omar Chaudhry Principal, Academy of Saut Ul Furqan (Teaneck, NJ)

<p>One of the most impactful lectures of the conference.</p>

Nesreen Elsayed Principal, Jannah Gardens Academy (Austin, TX)

<p>What made Asmaa's training stand out was the seamless integration of Islamic values, turning each session into a meaningful journey of both professional and spiritual growth.</p>

Samer Wehby Principal, The Bounty Collegium (Toledo, OH)

<p>Unlike some professional development that can be more theoretical and not practical to use in the classrooms, Asmaa&rsquo;s workshops are all about giving the teachers and administration ideas that can be used and put into practice immediately. Excellent teacher trainer!</p>

Saba Hamouda Principal, Islamic School of Greater Kansas City (Kansas City, MO)

<p>Our staff thoroughly enjoyed it and benefitted from this PD!</p>

Huma Jeddy Principal, Greater Lansing Islamic School (Lansing, MI)

<p>I have attendeded many workshops, but this particular workshop of Asmaa's stands out amongst the best of them. Every minute of her presentation was captivating.</p>

Shireen Moosa Teacher, Al Falah College (South Africa)

<p>I am incredibly grateful to Asmaa Albadawi (Reach &amp; Teach) for her outstanding coaching, support, and guidance, which helped me gain clarity, confidence, and focus.</p>

Amena Hashem Teacher, Alfajrul Bassem Academy (Ontario, Canada)

<p>She seamlessly blends best teaching practices with wisdom from the Qur&rsquo;an and Sunnah.</p>

Haitham Ghosheh Teacher, Islamic Center of Kansas Weekend Academy (Olathe, KS)

<p>It gave me a clear view of how teaching methods impact students.</p>

Anonymous Teacher, Academy of Saut Ul Furqan (Teaneck, NJ)

<p>The Reach &amp; Teach workshop was incredibly eye-opening and practical.</p>

Raya Smidi Teacher, The Bounty Collegium (Toledo, OH)

<p>I walked away with tools I can immediately implement, and I feel more confident navigating challenges in the classroom. Highly recommend this workshop to any educator looking to grow in their teaching practice.</p>

Anonymous Teacher, The Bounty Collegium (Toledo, OH)

<p>The sense of collaboration and shared purpose made each session meaningful. Her openness and dedication created a supportive learning environment that I truly appreciated.</p>

Anonymous Teacher / PLC Attendee, FITRAH Framework PLC (virtual)

<p>The most meaningful learning was the shift in mindset, actively examining our own approaches and asking how they align with, honor, and support the student&rsquo;s fitrah. She shows how many practices we already recognize as &ldquo;best practice&rdquo; can be further refined.</p>

Anonymous Teacher / PLC Attendee, FITRAH Framework PLC (virtual)

<p>This was such an amazing PLC! It gave me a solid understanding of how our best practices tie into the FITRAH Framework.</p>

Anonymous PLC Attendee, FITRAH Framework PLC (virtual)

This PD deepened my understanding that consequences are not punishments. I now confidently know how to design effective consequences and deliver them appropriately.

Anonymous Workshop Attendee, ISLA Workshop: Compassionate Consequences

This classroom management session was impactful and inspiring, blending practical strategies with core Islamic values. It helped educators create respectful, calm, and purposeful learning environments.

Anonymous Workshop Attendee, ISLA Workshop: Compassionate Consequences

This is one of the PDs that you should not miss. Your class management and interactions with your scholars will change immensely.

Anonymous Workshop Attendee, ISLA Workshop: Compassionate Consequences

<p>You really touched our hearts. I&rsquo;m so glad that I attended your session.</p>

Anonymous Conference attendee, ISNA Education Forum 2025 (Chicago, IL)

<p>It was a workshop about classroom discipline, and you had the ability to keep 80+ people focused, interested, and disciplined during the workshop. We just wanted you to keep talking!</p>

Anonymous Conference attendee, ISNA Education Forum 2025 (Chicago, IL)

<p>Loved the classroom management makeover activity with the practice scenarios. It helped tie everything together.</p>

Anonymous Teacher, Al-Huda Academy (Streamwood, IL)

<p>This was the first time I paid attention and was engaged from the beginning to the end of the workshop! Asmaa is so sincere but also so funny with her humor and storytelling. Loved it!</p>

Anonymous Teacher, Islamic School of Greater Kansas City (Kansas City, MO)

<p>I appreciated the practical application of Bloom&rsquo;s Taxonomy for designing more engaging and effective lessons. The teacher well-being section provided realistic strategies for maintaining balance, reducing stress, and sustaining motivation.</p>

Anonymous Teacher, ICN Noor Academy (Naperville, IL)

<p>Great presentation that was closely related to our school, faith, and culture.</p>

Anonymous Teacher, Institute of Knowledge (Diamond Bar, CA)

<p>This is the best PD training, a must for all Islamic schools. It was engaging, rich with knowledge, examples, and hands-on activities.</p>

Anonymous Teacher, Madina Academy (Windsor, CT)

<p>Amazing workshop! I learned tons and now feel like I can make major changes in my classroom.</p>

Anonymous Teacher, Madina Academy (Windsor, CT)

<p>It&rsquo;s helping me a lot in becoming a better teacher for my students. Your vision for approachable teaching skills is adaptable for every grade level.</p>

Anonymous Teacher, ICN Noor Academy (Naperville, IL)

<p>Absolutely loved the training! It felt conversational and mutual, and we all came away better developed.</p>

Anonymous Teacher, Al Madina School of Richmond (Richmond, VA)

<p>It was one of the best PDs. I loved the way it connected to our daily struggles with students while providing real solutions.</p>

Anonymous Teacher, Al Madina School of Richmond (Richmond, VA)

<p>It is rare to have a program that is uplifting, interactive, engaging, and spiritual at the same time. As head of discipline, I can&rsquo;t wait to implement it.</p>

Anonymous Teacher / Head of Discipline, Al Falah College (South Africa)

<p>This seminar is a must-attend for any educator looking to inspire their students rather than just manage them.</p>

Anonymous Teacher, Al Falah College (South Africa)

<p>I liked how she connected Islamic teachings to Montessori teachings.</p>

Anonymous Teacher, Aya Montessori (Columbia, MD)

<p>I appreciated how she included a mix of Arabic and English for our mixed-language group of teachers. The Arabic handout of important terms and concepts was very helpful.</p>

Anonymous Teacher, MAS Quran Blossoms (Bridgeview, IL)

<p>This training reminded us how deeply our role as teachers is rooted in our faith. It was inspired by the example of our beloved Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him).</p>

Anonymous Teacher, Quba Institute (Rowland Heights, CA)

<p>The activities got us out of our seats. They were not only enjoyable but very enlightening.</p>

Anonymous Teacher, Islamic School of Greater Kansas City (Kansas City, MO)

<p>Excellent training and very helpful. I love and appreciate the way it&rsquo;s all tied back to the deen.</p>

Anonymous Teacher, Guidance Academy (Grand Rapids, MI)

<p>Asmaa&rsquo;s storytelling abilities truly elevate her trainings to a whole other level. She kept us engaged from start to finish.</p>

Anonymous Teacher, MAS Quran Blossoms (Bridgeview, IL)

<p>This webinar taught me a lot about how to respond appropriately to children in my classroom.</p>

Anonymous Webinar Attendee, EduTech Consultancy webinar (Qatar)

<p>Asmaa is amazing, Masha&rsquo;Allah! I love how she incorporates Islam into everything. I learned so much.</p>

Anonymous Teacher, Academy of Greatness & Excellence (Teaneck, NJ)

<p>This is a very specific niche of Islamic school training that was missing nationally. Tarbiyah and school structure with solid examples and proof filled a void we had.</p>

Shaimah Hamdan Teacher, Islamic Center of Kansas Weekend Academy (Olathe, KS)

<p>Your PD was so informative and educational. I loved how you incorporated Sunnah and Quranic ayahs throughout.</p>

Anonymous Teacher, Al-Iman School (Raleigh, NC)

<p>As a new teacher, I needed this because we tend to use the same methods we were brought up with. This was a perfect reminder to see students as humans and respect them even when they are young.</p>

Anonymous Teacher, Al Bayan Learning Center (Norcross, GA)

<p>You spoke directly to my heart, and you motivated me to go back after winter break into my classroom with renewed purpose.</p>

Anonymous Convention attendee, MAS-ICNA Convention 2025 (Chicago, IL)

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