| Rising Star Mohammad Sattar Mahmood - August 2010 |
 Mohammad Sattar Mahmood is an 11 year old tifl from Phoenix majlis. He is entering 6th grade in his school. Mohammad has excelled in his studies thus far and has received multiple accolades. Through testing he has placed in an advanced learning program in his school designed for students scoring above 97th percentile in the entire school district. He has also been recognized as a "Gilbert Scholar" for the past two years. This award recognizes the students performing at the highest academic levels in the Gilbert school district. He also took a test administered by John Hopkins University for talented youth in which he scored at 8th grade level. His ALP teacher says: "Mohammad is an excellent student who excels in math. He has a remarkable sense of humor which he shares in his writing. Students enjoy his enthusiasm for learning and his creativity. He is well respected by his peers and is an asset in the classroom. Mohammad has a great future ahead of him. It is with pleasure that I share these comments with you". His 5th grade teacher added the following. "Mohammad is a bright, young man that always has a positive attitude. Not only is he a hard worker, but he is insightful and has a passion for learning. Mohammad has a terrific sense of humor that can brighten up anyone's day. He is caring, responsible, and an overall great student to have in class!". Mohammad Sattar also takes active part in Majlis Atfal-ul-Ahmadiyya, Phoenix chapter. He is a regular at jamaat, MAA, and MKA events in the local chapter and the region. He is also a registered member of Daily Reciter's Club. Saad Ahmed, Nazim Atfal Phoenix, comments on Mohammad: "Mohammad Sattar is a great student and tifil, he has attended nearly every class that I have been in charge of. He always has his assignments done in a timely manner and is very involved during class. I've never had an issue with him during any of my classes. Also, he has started level 3 for the taleem work I assign. He competed in all the events in our 2010 local ijtema, and did well in them. Also, I know his memorization of the Holy Quran is very good for his age". Mohammad Sattar has extreme interest in all things science. He reads up on scientific topics and is enamored with what the space contains. His love for animals prompted him to proclaim at a very young age that he will strive to become a veterinarian. At the same time he continues his quest to know more about the glories that are contained in the universe. May Allah be his guide, and may Quran lead him to the fountain of knowledge that he seeks. Ameen. |