Ohio Ihsan Academy

Today we celebrate leadership rooted in Ihsan—excellence, sincerity, and care in every detail. Thank you to our Principal, Nazek Hapasha, and Assistant Principal, Hana Zahabi, for your dedication, guidance, and the heart you bring to our school every single day. Your impact is felt in every classroom and in every student you uplift. Happy Principal Day 💙

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🎉 Big News from Ohio Ihsan Academy!

We are honored to be recognized as a 2026 Governor’s Science of Reading Champion School by the Ohio Department of Education & Workforce.

This recognition reflects Ohio Ihsan Academy’s commitment to high-quality literacy instruction aligned with the Science of Reading, and it is a testament to the dedication, expertise, and tireless efforts of our outstanding educators and staff who work each day to help our students become strong, confident readers.

We are grateful for the passion our teachers bring to the classroom and the support of our students and families who make our mission possible.

📚 Congratulations to our educators, staff, students, and families for this well-deserved recognition.

🌿 We’re Growing — And We’d Love for You to Grow With Us. 🌿

Ohio Ihsan Academy is expanding our team and welcoming passionate educators who want to make a difference.

✨ Small class sizes
✨ Opportunities for professional growth
✨ Competitive benefits
✨ A supportive, collaborative environment

We are currently hiring:
• Elementary Teacher
• Literacy Specialist
• Arabic Teacher
• Quran Teacher

If you’re looking for a place where educators are valued, supported, and part of a caring community — we would love to connect with you.

📩 Send your CV to: [email protected]

إِنَّا لِلَّهِ وَإِنَّا إِلَيْهِ رَاجِعُونَ
Indeed, we belong to Allah and indeed to Him we shall return.

With deep sadness, the OIA family shares the passing of Brother Qusai Akram Hamed, the beloved husband of our Montessori teacher, Sister Einas Kadri, and the father of our students, Waleed (Grade 4) and Waseem (Grade 2).

We ask Allah (SWT) to grant him mercy, forgive his shortcomings, expand his grave, and grant his family patience, strength, and comfort. Please keep them in your sincere duʿāʾ. 🤲

Janazah Prayer:
Wednesday, February 18
After Dhuhr prayer (1:00 PM)
Ibn Taymiyyah Masjid
2334 Mock Rd, Columbus, OH 43219

Burial:
Immediately following the Janazah prayer
3880 Sunbury Rd, Columbus, OH 43219

Condolences (Men & Women):
Wednesday, 1st of Ramadan
After Taraweeh
9:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Jasmin Club Hall – Tuttle Crossing Mall
Parking C | Enter near Scene75 | Second floor next to Farah Jewelry

May Allah grant him Jannatul Firdaus and surround his family with His mercy and peace.

— The OIA Family 🤍

🌙 Ramadan at OIA 🤍

We enter this sacred month with reflective hearts and renewed intention.

Ramadan reminds us that even in moments of heaviness, there is mercy… and in every prayer, there is strength. 🤲

As an OIA family, we strive to live Ihsan, in our worship, in our character, and in how gently we care for one another.

May this month bring peace, healing, and unwavering faith to our community.

Ramadan Mubarak. ✨

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