BEAM Academy in collaboration with NAWA Presents
Summer Leadership Camps
Week 1: Santa Clara | Week 2: Los Gatos
Two Weeks. Two Powerful Camps.
Hands-on learning. Real-world skills. Lasting impact.
Join us this summer for two engaging leadership camps designed to help students build confidence, strengthen communication skills, develop an entrepreneurial mindset, and grow as future leaders. Students may register for either camp individually or both weeks for the complete experience.
Week 1: Debate & Speech Camp
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Dates: July 13–16, 2026
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Days: Monday–Thursday
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Times: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
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Location: Hughes Elementary School, 4949 Calle De Escuela, Santa Clara, CA 95054
A dynamic four-day camp that introduces students to the foundations of both speech and debate. During the speech portion, campers practice impromptu and extemporaneous speaking, learning how to organize their thoughts, speak clearly, and build confidence in front of others. They then explore debate by learning how to form strong arguments, support ideas with reasons and evidence, listen to the other side, and respond respectfully.
Week 2: Entrepreneurship Camp
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Dates: July 20–23, 2026
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Days: Monday–Thursday
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Times: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
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Location: Daves Avenue Elementary School, 17770 Daves Ave, Los Gatos, CA 95030
A hands-on four-day entrepreneurship camp where students turn ideas into real startup prototypes. Campers identify real-world problems, conduct market research, brainstorm creative solutions, build a business model, develop a prototype, test and refine their ideas, and prepare a compelling startup pitch.
Throughout the camp, students strengthen their creativity, problem-solving, teamwork, leadership, and communication skills while experiencing the entrepreneurial journey from idea to innovation. The camp concludes with a Startup Showcase, where parents are invited to watch students present their prototypes and pitches and celebrate their accomplishments.
Parent Showcase (for the Entrepreneurship Camp)
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Date: Thursday, July 23, 2026
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Times: 12:30 PM – 2:00 PM
Two Separate Tracks at Both Camps
Students are grouped by grade level so instruction, activities, and projects are tailored to their experience and developmental stage.
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Track 1: Elementary School Track: For students entering 3rd–5th Grade in the Fall.
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Track 2: Middle School Track: For students entering 6th–8th Grade in the Fall.
Tuition & Fees
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Early Bird Discount (through July 9, 2026): $25 Off with code "EarlyBird" used during checkout.
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Regular Tuition: $375 per week
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Two-Week Bundle: $675
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Sibling Discount: 5% discount for each additional sibling enrolled.
Meet the Team
Farah Kuzbari
Farah Kuzbari isS the Founder & CEO of BEAM Academy, a faith-centered educational organization dedicated to nurturing character, leadership, and lifelong learning through Islamic education and youth development.
She is the Founder & CEO of BEAM Venture, where she is building a nationwide ecosystem that empowers young people through entrepreneurship, innovation, leadership, and mentorship. Under her leadership, BEAM Venture has expanded to 14 chapters across the United States, impacting more than 2,750 students through year-round programs, conferences, and community partnerships.
Ashraf Kuzbari
Ashraf Kuzbari is the Co-Founder & CEO of NAWA, an AI-powered youth innovation platform connecting ambitious students with real-world opportunities in entrepreneurship, AI, and purpose-driven work. He is also the Co-Founder & COO of BEAM Venture Institute, where he has helped grow a nonprofit impacting more than 2,750 students across 14 chapters, serving 250+ year-round students, and building 25+ partnerships with schools, universities, and community organizations.
Ashraf is also a student at UC Berkeley, where he is pursuing his passion for entrepreneurship, innovation, and building ventures that create meaningful impact.
Beyond his work as an entrepreneur, Ashraf is a nationally recognized debater and public speaker, earning a #3/16,000 competitors in the National Speech & Debate Association. He has won championships at major tournaments, including Stanford and the Austin State Capitol, and has reached semifinal and finalist rounds at Yale, Harvard, the Texas Forensic Association, and The University of Texas at Austin.
Ashraf is also a National Champion in Business Professionals of America (BPA) and Distributive Education Clubs of America (DECA), earning top honors in business, finance, entrepreneurship, and startup competitions.
His entrepreneurial work has received national and international recognition, including 1st Place at GITEX Global YouthX in Dubai, the Global Mission Summit Cup, and a Business Professionals of America Startup Enterprise Award.
Ashraf has helped organize and lead youth innovation and entrepreneurship conferences across the United States and internationally, including programs at MAS-ICNA in Chicago and conferences in Damascus, Syria.
Muhammad Meetheen
Muhammad Meetheen is the Co-Founder & CTO of NAWA, an AI-powered youth innovation platform connecting ambitious students with real-world opportunities in entrepreneurship, AI, and purpose-driven work.
As a Core Team Member of BEAM Venture, Muhammad has helped build one of Texas's largest student-led entrepreneurship nonprofits, empowering the next generation of young founders through innovative programming and mentorship.
Most recently, he gained hands-on experience in sales at Mayer Energy Solutions, where he generated over $550,000 in revenue in just six weeks.
Muhammad is an accomplished public speaker, earning State Champion title in Extemporaneous Speaking. He is also a frequent presenter at local, regional, and national conferences and community events, where he shares his passion for entrepreneurship, leadership, and innovation.
His entrepreneurial work has earned national and international recognition, including 1st Place at GITEX Global YouthX in Dubai and the Global Mission Summit Cup in Dallas, Texas.
Muhammad is also a student at the Naveen Jindal School of Management at The University of Texas at Dallas, where he is pursuing a degree in Finance while continuing to build ventures and initiatives that create meaningful impact for individuals and communities.
Lama Kassab
Administrative and Registration Support
Lama Kassab is passionate about nurturing young learners and helping create meaningful educational experiences that inspire a lifelong love for Islam. As a dedicated member of the BEAM family for more than six years, she has played an integral role in supporting the organization’s growth and serving its students, families, and staff.
She oversees student registration, administrative operations, and family communications, helping ensure a welcoming, organized, and seamless experience for the entire BEAM community. Her commitment to excellence and attention to detail contribute to creating an environment where students can thrive academically, spiritually, and socially.
She holds a Bachelor of Business Administration from The University of Texas at Dallas and is currently pursuing a Master’s degree in Accounting and Analytics.