Organized in groups with steady mentor support throughout the year.
5 Mentors
2026–2027
7th & 8th Grade Boys
Open House
Welcome to a year of friendship, faith, learning, service, and meaningful growth — together.
Welcome, Families • 2026–2027Scroll to discover
01 • This Term at a Glance
Our 7th & 8th grade
program this year.
We are planning this year’s middle school structure around both daytime and overnight opportunities, with mentors helping each group stay connected and consistent.
A larger grade level with a strong mentor team and more structured follow-up.
8 MentorsStudents currently staying in the homeschool house and joining the rhythm of the program.
Overnight Focus01 • Academic Calendar
Academic Calendar
Key dates from the 2026–2027 BrightChoice Middle School calendar, arranged month by month so families can see the year at a glance.
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.
02 • Program
Schedules
Important note: Among our 7th graders, students who attend Horizon will rotate into a weekly overnight group in a homeschool house. For 8th grade, we aim to run the program as overnight whenever possible.
7th Grade Daytime
1:00–6:00 PMA steady afternoon flow for our 7th grade daytime groups.
1:00–1:30Qur’an
1:30–2:00Namaz + Tesbihat
2:00–2:30Kitap
2:30–3:00Yemek
3:00–3:30Sohbet
3:30–3:45Snack Time
3:45–4:00Media Time
4:00–5:00Activity
5:00–5:30Namaz + Tesbihat
5:30–6:00Temizlik
7th Grade Overnight
Evening + MorningUsed for rotating overnight groups, especially for Horizon students.
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
8th Grade Overnight
Primary FormatOur plan is for 8th grade programs to be overnight 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
8th Grade Daytime
1:00–6:00 PMDaytime option when the overnight format is not used.
1:00–1:30Qur’an
1:30–2:00Namaz + Tesbihat
2:00–2:30Kitap
2:30–3:00Yemek
3:00–3:30Sohbet
3:30–3:45Snack Time
3:45–4:00Media Time
4:00–5:00Activity
5:00–5:30Namaz + Tesbihat
5:30–6:00Temizlik
03 • Mentor Baba
A supportive parent
for every group.
Each group will have one selected Mentor Baba who helps the mentor and supports 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.
04 • Qur’an Track
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
VanguardClub
A special space for students who complete their monthly checklists with care and consistency.
For these students, we will organize special istişare gatherings together with various programs and activities throughout the year.
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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.
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.
Your Input Matters
Your responses will help us understand availability, preferences, and interest as we organize future camp experiences.
06 • Camp Survey
Help us plan
the camps together.
We would like to hear from families before finalizing camp plans for the year.
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.
07 • Parent Consent Form
One form.
Peace of mind for the year.
Please complete the 2026–2027 Parent/Guardian Consent & Medical Authorization Form for your child. It covers program participation, emergency medical authorization, photo & media consent, medical information, additional support information, and insurance details.
Complete the Parent Consent Form
Scan the QR code or click the button to complete the form online.
Complete Parent Consent Form
Scan to open08 • What We Ask From Parents
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.
09–10 • Community
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.
11 • Qurban Contribution
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
12 • Coordinators
Questions? Reach out.
For questions about the 7th & 8th Grade Boys program, please contact the appropriate grade coordinator below.