I had the extreme pleasure of talking at William Penn Charter School today to Thomas Rickards’ high school class on comparitive religion. I was invited to speak on my narrative as an American Muslim and how and why I became Muslim as well as other issues facing the American Muslim community(ies). The students were all quite cordial and asked pertinent questions. I must say that I was truly impressed with the school. The students carried themselves with a quiet dignity, never shouting or creating a raucous. The school itself had an open, serene quality to it. Somewhere I could see myself sending my own children (if I had any). My parents also joined me and had an opportunity to listen in on the conversation. It was a great experience, one that I hope to have the pleasure to repeat again. Below are a few shots of the school and a few afterwards, with my parents. Enjoy.
Mom & Dad, Manayunk
Ridge Ave, Manayunk
Mom, Manayunk
William Penn Charter School, Near Germantown
William Penn Charter School, Near Germantown
