THE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, April 29, 2022 Page 9 Prayer room established for students, staff observing Ramadan at Malden High School MHS senior leads community service project to support those of the Islamic faith By The Advocate R amadan is the holiest month on the Islamic calendar and includes fasting, reflection and prayer. It began on April 2 and will conclude on May 2. Many residents of Malden practice Islam, including a growing number of students at Malden High School. Each year, as part of their participation and membership of the school's National Honor Society (NHS), individuals and small groups create and follow through on community service projects, This year, a very special project was completed by Malden High senior Jana Elshafey, a group she led along with some classmates. Elshafey's group took a vacant room on the third floor of the Boyle Building next to the office of House Principal Marta Cabral and transformed it into a beautiful Ramadan prayer room for use by MHS students and staff. The prayer room has been widely used and has been a welcome addition to the school, according to MHS Principal Chris Mastrangelo. "Many of our students and some staff members observe Ramadan and its traditions," Mastrangelo said. "It was such a thoughtful and respectful idea for Jana and the other NHS members to create and decorate the Prayer Room." Malden High NHS President Jason Ong echoed the sentiment. "We have many cultures and faiths here at Malden High and our school recognizes and honors all of them," said Ong, a senior who will be graduating in June. "It was a great addition to our school for Ramadan and I Gerry D’Ambrosio Attorney-at-Law Is Your Estate in Order? Do you have an update Will, Health Care Proxy or Power of Attorney? If Not, Please Call for a Free Consultation. A clock is in place to tell those in prayer what time it is in Mecca, which dictates what time they must pray during Ramadan. (Advocate Photo) A beautiful prayer room has been created and decorated by a National Honor Society member for use by students and staff at Malden High School. (Advocate Photo) Billy Tse’s 441 Revere St., Revere (781) 286-2882 www.Billytserevere.com Hours: Sunday – Thursday, 11:30 AM – 9:30 PM; Friday & Saturday, 11:30 AM – 10:30 PM Many copies of the Quran are available in the Prayer Room for Ramadan at Malden High School. (Advocate Photo) am proud of our NHS members for providing this service to our school community." When Ramadan concludes this year on Monday, May 2 — Muslims will celebrate Eid alFitr, or the "Festival of the Breaking of the Fast." During this celebration, children receive gifts from family and friends. Muslims may also recite a special prayer during the morning of Eid, followed by a community celebration with food and games. Everett Aluminum 10 Everett Ave., Everett 617-389-3839 Owned & operated by the Conti family since 1958 • 57 Years! family since 1958 • 64 “Same name, phone number & address for over half a century. We must be doing something right!” •Vinyl Siding •Free Estimates •Carpentry Work •Fully Licensed •Decks •Roof ng • Fully Insured • Replacement Windows www.everettaluminum.com Now’s the time to schedule those home improvement projects you’ve been dreaming about all winter! • Order Online: www.order.mealkeyway.com • Reservations: Billytserevere.com Sushi Chef David, formerly of Super Fusion in Boston with Billy Tse’s owner, Xiang Wang at the brand new Sushi bar. New Sushi Bar Now Open! Sushi Specials: Sushi Cupcake 4 pcs - $18 / 8 pcs- $35 Broiled fresh lobster, sea scallop, pressed sushi rice Hatata Kaiyaki $10.95 Sea scallop, crab meat, and shrimp. Tobiko baked in spicy mayo. Topped of scallop shell. Spicy Salmon Tartar $9.95 Salmon, Avo, Tobiko, Tempura flakes. Spicy mayo mix topped with taro chip. Sea Spoon (4 spoon) $18.95 Uni, Ikura, quail eggs, scallion and Panzu sauce. 14 Proctor Avenue, Revere (781) 284-5657 n Spring is Here!
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