WELCOME TO EDUCATE WITH RISE ACADEMY
At the heart of every course we offer is a simple belief: every moment of a child's life is an opportunity for growth, connection, and purpose. Dr. Qanita designs each curriculum with the intention that learning should not only build knowledge, but also nurture souls, strengthen character, and cultivate a lifelong love for seeking knowledge.
With a deep commitment to integrating Qur'an and Seerah into core academic subjects, Dr. Qanita believes that children deserve an education that honors both their intellectual abilities and spiritual development. Her approach combines meaningful, faith-centered experiences with academic rigor, high expectations, and thoughtful instruction. She believes children are naturally curious and eager to learn; and when we create purposeful learning environments and raise the bar, students discover the joy and sweetness of knowledge while recognizing their own potential.
As a homeschooling mother of six children, Dr. Qanita understands the hopes, challenges, and sacrifices of families seeking an education rooted in faith and excellence. Her younger children are students in these very classes, and she approaches every child with the same care, investment, and love she would give her own. Her older children also contribute as advisors and teaching assistants, helping to build a learning community grounded in mentorship, service, and family.
Dr. Qanita holds a Doctorate in Education and brings over 22 years of teaching experience to every lesson. Through these courses, her mission is to create spaces where students are challenged academically, inspired spiritually, and empowered to become confident learners, thoughtful leaders, and lifelong seekers of knowledge.
All courses begin the week of September 14, 2026, inshaAllah.
Resilience Integrity Service Empathy
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Understanding Salah Through Writing (Ages 7–9)
This unique year-long course is designed to help children ages 7–9 develop a meaningful connection with their daily prayers by learning the English meaning and translation of what they recite in salah. Along the way, students will also learn the Arabic prayers associated with each movement in prayer.
Writing is at the heart of this course. Through engaging, age-appropriate lessons, students will strengthen their:
Penmanship
Spelling
Vocabulary
Grammar
Creative writing
Reading comprehension
Our goal is not only to build strong literacy skills, but also to nurture a deep love for Allah, His words, and the beautiful act of prayer. By understanding what they say in salah, children can develop greater focus, sincerity, and connection in their worship while cultivating a lifelong love of learning, inshaAllah.
Admissions
A non-refundable $50 application fee is required to begin the admissions process. After submitting an application, families will be invited to an online interview to determine whether this year-long program is a good fit for the child's temperament, learning style, and readiness.
Applicants should be fluent readers with at least average writing skills.
Tuition & Schedule
Meets twice each week
$25 per class
Tuition is billed monthly based on the number of scheduled classes that month after enrollment is complete.
Classes will not be held during Winter Break, Spring Break, or Ramadan, insha'Allah.
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Juz Amma Journalists (Girls Ages 9–11)
Juz Amma Journalists is a year-long language arts program that brings the Qur'an to life through reading, writing, reflection, and meaningful discussion. Designed exclusively for girls ages 9–11, this immersive course uses the tafsir of the surahs in Juz Amma as the foundation for developing strong literacy skills while nurturing a deeper relationship with the Qur'an.
Students will explore the themes, lessons, and wisdom found in each surah through engaging, project-based learning that encourages curiosity, thoughtful reflection, and confident self-expression. Every lesson is designed to strengthen both academic skills and Islamic character.
Throughout the year, students will develop their abilities in:
Expository writing
Creative writing
Poetry
Journaling and reflective writing
Grammar and language mechanics
Vocabulary development
Reading comprehension
Public speaking and presentations
Research and hands-on projects
Our goal is to cultivate articulate, thoughtful young Muslims who can communicate with clarity, write with confidence, and develop a lifelong love for both the Qur'an and the art of writing. By studying the meanings and messages of Juz Amma, students will deepen their understanding of Allah's words while growing as compassionate, critical thinkers and skilled writers, inshaAllah.
Admissions
A non-refundable $50 registration/application fee is required to begin the admissions process. After submitting an application, families will be contacted to schedule an interview to determine whether this year-long program is a good fit for the student's temperament, learning style, and academic readiness.
Applicants should be fluent readers with solid writing skills and a willingness to participate in discussions, presentations, and collaborative learning activities.
Tuition & Schedule
Girls only (ages 9–11)
Meets twice each week
Two-hour classes
$30 per class
Tuition is billed monthly based on the number of scheduled classes that month after enrollment is complete.
Classes will not be held during Winter Break, Spring Break, or Ramadan, insha'Allah.
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Resilience Integrity Service Empathy 〰️
RISE with The Firsts (Girls Ages 11–15)
RISE with The Firsts is a dynamic, year-long language arts program that combines exceptional writing instruction with the inspiring biographies of the Prophet's SAWS companions. Designed exclusively for girls ages 11–15, this hands-on course uses Yaqeen Institute's acclaimed series, The Firsts to develop strong writers, thoughtful communicators, and young Muslim women who aspire to embody the character of the Sahabah.
Beginning this fall, students will continue with Episode 48, following Shaykh Omar Suleiman's powerful series as they discover the lives, sacrifices, and timeless lessons of the earliest Muslims.
This course follows a flipped classroom model, allowing students to learn foundational content at home so that class time is devoted to meaningful discussion, collaboration, and writing.
Each week, students will:
Watch the assigned episode of The Firsts by Shaykh Omar Suleiman.
Complete thoughtfully designed writing assignments created by Dr. Mohiuddin, carefully tailored to each student's strengths, interests, and areas for growth.
Submit their work through Google Classroom and receive personalized instructor feedback designed to strengthen both writing skills and critical thinking.
Participate in engaging, workshop-style classroom sessions where they revise, collaborate, discuss, present ideas, and apply lessons from the lives of the Sahabah to contemporary issues.
Throughout the year, students will strengthen their skills in:
Expository writing
Analytical and reflective writing
Creative writing
Grammar and language mechanics
Vocabulary development
Reading comprehension
Discussion and collaboration
Critical thinking
Public speaking and presentations
Rather than simply learning about history, students will examine how the lives of the Sahabah continue to shape our understanding of faith, resilience, leadership, and service today. Every lesson is designed to help students become more confident writers, thoughtful readers, and compassionate Muslim leaders who can communicate their ideas with clarity, purpose, and conviction.
Admissions
A non-refundable $50 application fee is required to begin the admissions process. After submitting an application, families will be contacted to schedule an interview to determine whether this year-long program is the right fit for the student's learning style, temperament, and academic readiness.
Applicants should be fluent readers, demonstrate strong writing potential, and be prepared to participate actively in discussions, collaborative workshops, and independent assignments.
Tuition & Schedule
Girls only (ages 11–15)
Meets once each week
Two-hour workshop
$30 per class
Students complete weekly at-home learning and writing assignments before attending class.
Tuition is billed monthly based on the number of scheduled classes that month after enrollment is complete.
Classes will not be held during Winter Break, Spring Break, or Ramadan, insha'Allah.
This course is entering its third year, alhamdulillah. Each year, we complete approximately 20 episodes from the Firsts series. New students are welcome and will transition smoothly because each episode stands independently and includes its own unique writing activities and lessons.
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Resilience Integrity Service Empathy 〰️
RISE with The Firsts (Boys Ages 11–13)
RISE with The Firsts is a dynamic, year-long language arts program that combines strong writing instruction with the inspiring biographies of the Prophet's ﷺ companions. Designed specifically for boys ages 11–13, this hands-on course uses Yaqeen Institute's acclaimed series, The Firsts to help students develop essential writing skills while learning from the courage, character, leadership, and sacrifices of the Sahabah.
Beginning this fall, students will continue with Episode 48, following Shaykh Omar Suleiman's powerful series as they explore the lives of the remarkable men and women who stood alongside the Prophet ﷺ and carried the message of Islam forward.
This course follows a flipped classroom model, allowing students to engage with the lesson content at home so that class time can focus on deeper discussion, collaboration, and hands-on writing practice.
Each week, students will:
Watch the assigned episode of The Firsts by Shaykh Omar Suleiman.
Complete thoughtfully designed writing assignments created by Dr. Mohiuddin, specifically curated to support each student's strengths, interests, and areas for growth.
Submit assignments through Google Classroom and receive personalized instructor feedback to help them improve their writing and communication skills.
Participate in workshop-style classroom sessions filled with group collaboration, critical thinking, discussion, revision, and real-life application.
Throughout the year, students will strengthen their skills in:
Expository writing
Analytical and reflective writing
Creative writing
Grammar and language mechanics
Vocabulary development
Reading comprehension
Critical thinking
Public speaking and presentations
Effective communication
By studying the lives of the Sahabah, students will explore timeless lessons in faith, perseverance, responsibility, leadership, and service. They will learn to connect these lessons to their own lives while developing the confidence to express their thoughts clearly through writing and discussion.
The goal of this course is to nurture young Muslim men who are grounded in their faith, inspired by the examples of the Sahabah, and equipped with the communication skills needed to become thoughtful leaders and contributors to their communities.
Admissions
A non-refundable $50 application fee is required to begin the admissions process. After submitting an application, families will be contacted to schedule an interview to determine whether this year-long program is a good fit for the student's learning style, temperament, and academic readiness.
Applicants should be fluent readers, demonstrate developing writing skills, and be prepared to participate actively in discussions, workshops, and independent assignments.
Tuition & Schedule
Boys only (ages 11–13)
Meets once each week
Two-hour workshop
$30 per class
Students complete weekly at-home learning and writing assignments before attending class.
Tuition is billed monthly based on the number of scheduled classes that month after enrollment is complete.
Classes will not be held during Winter Break, Spring Break, or Ramadan, insha'Allah.
This course is entering its third year, alhamdulillah. Each year, we complete approximately 20 episodes from the Firsts series. New students are welcome and will transition smoothly because each episode stands independently and includes its own unique writing activities and lessons.
Testimonials
“MashaAllAh this has been an awesome class! Qanita knows how to really sparkle the love of learning her students’ heart. It’s one of few classes where my son really looks forward too. “
I highly recommend Qanita’s language art classes and plan to continue with her InshaAllah.
— Parent N
"My favorite part of this class was the group projects where we got to work together. I loved collaborating with my classmates and learning from each other.
Throughout the semester, I learned so much about the Sahabah and the amazing characteristics from their lives that I want to implement in my own life, inshaAllah. I also improved my writing skills a lot. I learned important grammar skills like using commas and apostrophes correctly, and Alhamdulillah, I can see a big difference in my writing.
Honestly, I would not change one thing about the class because it was great for me. At first, the homework looked like a lot, but it ended up being the perfect amount and helped me grow.
The in-class group activities were definitely one of my favorite parts. They were fun, meaningful, and helped me learn in a different way. I would rather keep the class the way it is, with the assignments completed beforehand, because it allows us to have more time for hands-on activities, discussions, and collaboration.
Jazakillahu khair for teaching us. I learned so much, and I hope you keep teaching and never let anyone get in your way!"
— Student H“Qanita is an exceptional educator. She is qualified, experienced, patient and effective. My son was eager to attend classes, participate, and learn.”
She meets the child at his level, sets high exceptions then helps each child reach their potential. She balances challenging the children and developing depth and proficiency in their talents and interests. Qanita makes each child feel important, capable and excited - creating an environment where your child will thrive.
— Parent AQanita has years of experience as an educator and is on a continual path of seeking knowledge and improvement. Qanita’s guidance in our children’s education has always come from a place of love, respect, and a sincere desire to encourage growth. We have also benefited from Qanita’s parenting advice and her encouragement to grow in a positive way as a parent to be able to have a stronger and deeper connection with our kids, as this will facilitate their success more than any class. More than this, being able to interact with Qanita, there were many opportunities to learn from her example - her desire to see everyone succeed, and her ability to connect with people and find their strengths, naturally leads her to interact with people in a beautiful and productive way. She is able to understand her students’ strengths and weaknesses, their abilities and their needs, and will develop customized educational goals for her students. I think Qanita is truly one of those unique teachers who loves her work and believes deeply in uplifting those around her.
— Parent S