The Dragonflies Curriculum

An online program developed by Rabata which focuses on spiritual development for youth, covering belief, character development, and value systems. The class is taught by one of Rabata’s certified instructors in a welcoming, fun, and engaging environment.



Students will learn about: 


  • The spiritual heart, this life, and the hereafter

  • Right and wrong actions

  • Doing good deeds and cultivating a deep connection to Allah (swt)

  • Reflecting upon the Quran and Sunnah

  • Prophetic virtues that help us grow in our connection to Allah (swt), our communities, and the people around us

  • Notables figures in Islamic history, from prophets to companions to modern day Muslims

  • Performing acts of worship with confidence and love

The Rabata Difference:


  • Content is taught using age-appropriate methodology

  • Every class includes engaging, interactive activities designed for deep learning

  • Each term, students will engage with new content and topics

Amber Wings: Boys 6-8 years old

  • Understanding Allah’s revelations - How does Allah ﷻ communicate with us? What is the Quran? How does the Quran help us develop our spiritual heart?

  • The last Prophet - What is a Prophet? Who was Muhammad ﷺ? How can we love the Prophet ﷺ

  • What is Mercy? What is Compassion? - Examples from the Sira of the Prophet ﷺ of compassion towards Allah’s creations

  • Unseen friends - How do we seek to have angels around us

  • Knowing Allah ﷻ through Surat al-Ikhlaas

  • Dhul-Hijjah - What happens at Hajj? How can we celebrate pilgrimage at home?

Class Day & Time


Sundays 12:30 - 1:30 pm CST

Session Dates: April 13 - May 18


Please note: 

1. This class is designed for boys who are currently 6 to 8 years old. 

2. Enrollment into the Dragonflies program is on a per-student basis. If two (or more) students are planning to attend a class together by sharing a screen, each student will need to enroll for class individually. 

3. For the privacy and protection of all our students, classes are NOT recorded. Students must attend live sessions. 

4. Program Policy: Once the session begins, NO refunds are allowed.

Certificate of Participation


A certificate of participation will be given to students who complete the class.

This class meets once a week for one hour.

Instructor

Anse Michelle Sekusky is a student of traditional Islamic education under the guidance of Shaykha Dr. Tamara Gray. Within the Ohio community, Anse Michelle served on the board of the Noor Islamic Cultural Center and actively volunteered with local masjid committees. As an accomplished songwriter and vocalist, Anse Michelle is passionate about using music to connect women to their faith through nasheed and singing. Currently, she is a proud member of the Twin City Women’s Choir and serves on the board of Her Voice Productions. Anse Michelle is also the Rabata Cultural Center Manager and contributes to Rabata’s Convert Care program. In 2022, she obtained her ijaza in the 40 Hadith of Imam an-Nawawi. Recently, she joined the speakers and board of the Islamic Resource Group (IRG), where she educates the wider community about Islam.

Anse Michelle Sekusky