About
Our School
Salam! Welcome to Sunshine Learning Academy, where education transcends boundaries to embrace both academic excellence and moral integrity. We aim to be a beacon of holistic learning, nurturing the minds, hearts, and souls of our students.
At SLA, our mission is clear: to instill a profound understanding of Islam while empowering students with the knowledge and skills to excel in their academic pursuits. We believe in not only cultivating young minds, but also compassionate leaders, grounded in the timeless values of our faith.
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Our commitment to excellence is unwavering. Through a rigorous curriculum and dedicated faculty, we inspire a thirst for knowledge and a pursuit of excellence in every student. We foster an environment where curiosity thrives, critical thinking flourishes, and creativity knows no bounds.
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Yet, beyond academics, we cultivate character. Integrity, compassion, and respect are not just words on a page but principles that guide every interaction within our school community. We believe in nurturing not only the intellect but also the spirit, fostering a sense of purpose and service that extends far beyond the classroom walls.
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Join us at SLA and embark on a journey of discovery, enlightenment, and growth. Together, let us build a future where knowledge is illuminated by faith, and where each student is empowered to shine brightly in a world of limitless possibilities.
About the Founder
April Slater is a professional educator and graduate of Morris Brown College. She holds a M.Ed. with a specialty in School Administration and Management. Her work in education is extensive and purposeful. Her goal has always been to make the world better through youth opportunity. She became an expert in her field by taking positions that no one else wanted…working with students labeled special education, low performing behavior disorders, emotional disturbed provided her with the experience, knowledge, and evidence that every child can learn. By teaching students to love learning, Mrs. April always had success with academic student achievement. She is a former school principal, new teacher trainer, 21st century After School director, and a former school owner in Windhoek, Namibia. Her passion however; remains with low performing, struggling students, students that “hate school”, and special education students. As a Black American owned women business she intends to support professional working women by providing them with resources to become stellar educators. It is something wonderful, she says to experience students rise to their greatness.
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A quote from Mrs. April, “I am the teacher I needed growing up.”
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Mission
"At Sunshine Learning Academy, our mission is to provide a nurturing Islamic educational environment that fosters academic excellence, moral integrity, and personal growth. Rooted in the principles of Islam, we strive to empower our students with the knowledge, skills, and values necessary to succeed in this world and the Hereafter. Through a dynamic curriculum, dedicated faculty, and a supportive community, we inspire a lifelong love for learning, a commitment to service, and a deep sense of purpose. With unwavering dedication, we cultivate leaders who embody the highest standards of character, compassion, and excellence, making a positive impact on society and upholding the timeless principles of our faith.".
Vision & Values
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Faith
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Respect
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Unity
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Excellence
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Compassion