On the other side of an ELL Program

I was an English Language Learner (ELL) when my family moved to the United States when I was six years old. I had English as a Second Language (ESL) teachers that I worked with for years, and to this day I am thankful for what they did for me. I would not have been able…

Moffet Arab Arts Program: Behind The Scenes

At this December’s Holiday Concert at Moffett Elementary, the students in Al-Bustan’s Moffet Arab Arts Program showed off all their hard work from the Fall semester.

Speed Interviews with Moffet’s Little Leaders: Areliz, Amazing Artist & Rick and Morty Expert

The Moffet Arab Arts After-School Program is filled with talented artists who have a ton of imagination. One of these talented artists is Areliz, a third-grader who loves drawing, science, and quoting Rick and Morty. Areliz is one of the most thoughtful students I have met. I had a few seconds to ask her about…

Speed Interviews with Moffet’s Little Leaders: Gianny, Program Assistant & Mini Master Drummer

We’ve been busy at the Moffet Arab Arts After-School Program. The students are rehearsing to perform at an awards show at Temple University, hosted by Interfaith Center, and getting their artwork ready for their exhibition at Circle of Hope in May!

Tik Tik Tik; Learning to Teach Arabic From Moffet Elementary Students

The most enjoyable times at the Moffet After-School Arab Arts Program are when we have breakthroughs.