About the Online
Maktab Program
Al-Minhal Academy’s Online Maktab Program provides an engaging and comprehensive Islamic education for children aged 4 to 16. We prioritize creating a dynamic and interactive online learning environment that inspires a love for Islamic studies. Our dedicated instructors deliver a rich curriculum that combines traditional teachings with modern approaches, helping students develop a deep understanding of Quranic studies, Islamic values, and essential life skills.
The program runs from Monday to Thursday, 4:30 PM to 6:00 PM, offering a schedule that easily fits into busy family routines. Enrollment is available at an affordable price of $60, making quality Islamic education accessible to all.
Meet Our Staff
Sarah Amer
Principal
Education:
2017 Current
Substitute teacher certified K-12 for New Jersey
1986-1991
B.Sc In Mathematics, Economics, Statistics and Islamic Studies. University of Karachi, Pakistan.
Experience:
Sarah Amer serves as Principal for AlMinhal Maktab Programs since 2022, concurrently teaching Islamic studies at AlMinhal Academy since 2017. Additionally, she has been a Building Substitute for CRMS in Washington Township Public Schools since 2020. With a rich history, Sarah taught English language and Math for grades 3rd- 8th at Army Public Schools from 1993 to 1997.
Ustaadha Umma Kulsuma
Pre-School Teacher
Education:
Early Age
Memorization of the Holy Qur’an
Studies in Inter Alia, Exegesis of the Quran, and Tajweed Intensive
Jamiah Amira Samir Abdulaziz University
Experience:
Ustaadha Umma Kulsuma, proficient in Arabic and multiple languages, dedicated herself to teaching Quran memorization and Tajweed at Darul Hafsah, Jeddah, from 2012-2016. Currently, she serves as an instructor in the Quran faculty at Minhal Academy and conducts Quran and Tajweed intensives in Dallas, Texas.
Sheikh Shahid Hoque
Arabic/Quran Teacher
Education:
Early Age
Memorization of the Holy Qur’an
High School Completion
Alim Course Program at Darul Uloom New York
Higher Education in Islamic Theology
Islamic University of Azaadville, South Africa
Specialization in Tafseer of the Qur’aan
New York by Mufti Ruhul Amin
Experience:
Sheikh Shahid Hoque actively imparts his knowledge through weekend intensives, Jummah Khutbas, lectures, and MSA and youth programs across various locations. Currently serving as the Director of the Islamic Association of Allen in Dallas, Texas, with a diverse background, he was a former instructor at Jamaica Muslim Center, and a speaker on Reham TV.
Mufti Ubaidullah
ISLAMIC SCHOLAR
Education:
Islamic Education
Experience:
Mufti Ubaidullah, a dedicated Islamic Teacher, possesses a strong background in Islamic studies and profound knowledge of Islamic jurisprudence. With extensive experience, he excels in delivering lectures, conducting classes, and simplifying complex concepts for students at all levels. His ability to make Islamic teachings accessible makes him highly effective in his role