Mehnaz Kafray is a visionary educator and inspiring leader who has 20 years of experience in the field of Education. During her studies, Mehnaz’s leadership potential shone through, and she was recognized for her ability to foster collaboration among her peers and promote an inclusive learning environment. Upon completing her master’s program, she obtained her Texas Principal certification, solidifying her qualifications as an educational leader with the capacity to guide and influence schools’ strategic growth and development.

Mehnaz has direct experience leading early childhood education programs, has taught middle school, and worked extensively with high school students. This experience has allowed her to master the journey a child takes starting from preschool to the completion of twelfth grade. She has championed a holistic approach to education that emphasizes the importance of creativity, critical thinking, and emotional intelligence and is a firm believer that successful education includes best practices in teaching, an inclusion of social/emotional growth, and a focus on discovering the strengths and gifts of each child. Through her experience in various schools, she embraced the challenge of transforming Islamic Schools into vibrant centers of learning and student growth.

Mehnaz joined BHA in 2011 and has served in various capacities- as a teacher, academic counselor, and assistant principal. She is excited to lead the littlest of our LHA Stars and establish Little Horizons Academy as the first Islamic Preschool in DFW.