Current Board members
- Dr. Luay Alkotob
- Mr. Fahim Khan
- Ms. Hana Sankari
- Dr. Mohamed Daassa
- Dr. Nael Tarakji
- Dr. Mohammed Aslam
- Ms. Amal Shalabi
Principal
Imad Tibi
810-250-7557 Ext. 102
principal@gaflint.org
Imad Tibi has worked in the field of education for the last 30 years. He has worked as a principal for 15 years and as a Math & Science teacher and professional development coordinator for 15 years in public and Islamic schools. Mr Tibi has one B.S. degree and two M.S. degrees in Math Education and Biomedical Engineering fields.
Imad Tibi
810-250-7557 Ext. 102
principal@gaflint.org
Imad Tibi has worked in the field of education for the last 30 years. He has worked as a principal for 15 years and as a Math & Science teacher and professional development coordinator for 15 years in public and Islamic schools. Mr Tibi has one B.S. degree and two M.S. degrees in Math Education and Biomedical Engineering fields.
Assistant Principal
Michael Jackson
810-250-7557 Ext. 107
assistprincipal@gaflint.org
Mr. Michael Jackson has worked in the field of education for more than 15 years. He has worked as a Social Studies teacher and administrator for Detroit Public Schools and Inkster Public Schools. Michael attended Western Michigan University and earned a BA in Political Science. He attended Wayne State University and earned his Master’s of Arts in teaching degree. As his years in teaching middle school social studies furthered he was then led to go into administration. Michael went back to school to obtain his Educational Specialist and Administrator certification at Oakland University. During the summer months, Michael works with the National Youth Leadership Forum on Medicine as a Faculty Advisor (www.nylf.org/med). This program is geared toward high school students who have an interest in the medical field. The program is located in 9 U.S. cities that included Boston, Chicago, New York, Houston, Los Angeles, North Carolina, Philadelphia, Atlanta and San Francisco. During his spare time Michael enjoys reading, travelling and mentoring.
Michael Jackson
810-250-7557 Ext. 107
assistprincipal@gaflint.org
Mr. Michael Jackson has worked in the field of education for more than 15 years. He has worked as a Social Studies teacher and administrator for Detroit Public Schools and Inkster Public Schools. Michael attended Western Michigan University and earned a BA in Political Science. He attended Wayne State University and earned his Master’s of Arts in teaching degree. As his years in teaching middle school social studies furthered he was then led to go into administration. Michael went back to school to obtain his Educational Specialist and Administrator certification at Oakland University. During the summer months, Michael works with the National Youth Leadership Forum on Medicine as a Faculty Advisor (www.nylf.org/med). This program is geared toward high school students who have an interest in the medical field. The program is located in 9 U.S. cities that included Boston, Chicago, New York, Houston, Los Angeles, North Carolina, Philadelphia, Atlanta and San Francisco. During his spare time Michael enjoys reading, travelling and mentoring.
Director, Early Learning Center
Jumana Jondy
810-250-7557 Ext. 225
jjondy@gaflint.org
Jumana Jondy received her bachelor in elementary education and master’s degree in early childhood from the University of Michigan-Flint. She also was involved in independent research to assess the quality of childcare facilities in Genesee County. She has been involved as an educator and with Genesee Academy for over ten years. Currently, Jumana is the director of the Early Learning Center.
Jumana Jondy
810-250-7557 Ext. 225
jjondy@gaflint.org
Jumana Jondy received her bachelor in elementary education and master’s degree in early childhood from the University of Michigan-Flint. She also was involved in independent research to assess the quality of childcare facilities in Genesee County. She has been involved as an educator and with Genesee Academy for over ten years. Currently, Jumana is the director of the Early Learning Center.
Early Learning Center
Zaynab Khirfan
810-250-7557
zhkhirfan@gaflint.org
Zaynab Khirfan has received her bachelors in elementary education with a specialization (ZS endorsement) in early childhood development. She has worked in early childhood settings for over 5 years. Zaynab also spent her elementary years at Genesee Academy with her siblings.
Zaynab Khirfan
810-250-7557
zhkhirfan@gaflint.org
Zaynab Khirfan has received her bachelors in elementary education with a specialization (ZS endorsement) in early childhood development. She has worked in early childhood settings for over 5 years. Zaynab also spent her elementary years at Genesee Academy with her siblings.
Head of Arabic Program
Gada Jondy
810-250-7557
gjondy@gaflint.org
My name is Gada Jondy and I am the coordinator for the Arabic department. I have taught Arabic, Islamic Studies and Quran for over thirty years. I enjoy working with students and taking part in their education.
Office Manager
Marie-Annick McLaughlin
810-250-7557 Ext. 0
office@gaflint.org
Marie-Annick McLaughlin earned a Bachelor's degree in Biochemistry from the University of Quebec in Montreal and a graduate degree from the University of Montreal, both located in Canada. After working at the Boston Biomedical Research Institute for 4 years, she moved to Michigan with her husband. Marie-Annick has extensive experience tutoring children from grade 5 to 10, mostly in science, mathematics and English. She also coached students in time management, studying strategies and memorization techniques. Experienced in finances and human resources management, Marie-Annick joined Genesee Academy during the 2010-11 school year and is enjoying the opportunity to work with everyone at GA.
Marie-Annick McLaughlin
810-250-7557 Ext. 0
office@gaflint.org
Marie-Annick McLaughlin earned a Bachelor's degree in Biochemistry from the University of Quebec in Montreal and a graduate degree from the University of Montreal, both located in Canada. After working at the Boston Biomedical Research Institute for 4 years, she moved to Michigan with her husband. Marie-Annick has extensive experience tutoring children from grade 5 to 10, mostly in science, mathematics and English. She also coached students in time management, studying strategies and memorization techniques. Experienced in finances and human resources management, Marie-Annick joined Genesee Academy during the 2010-11 school year and is enjoying the opportunity to work with everyone at GA.
Office Administrative Assistant
Scott McLaughlin
810-250-7557 Ext. 0
smclaughlin@gaflint.org
Scott has been a fixture at GA off and on for many years. He has a B.A. in History from the University of Michigan-Flint and has taught Social Studies, Physical Education and Technology classes. Lately Scott has been filling an Administrative Assistant position in the office and splits his time with the Flint Islamic Center. Scott enjoys working with the kids and watching them grow through the school. He is married with one child who attends GA.
Scott McLaughlin
810-250-7557 Ext. 0
smclaughlin@gaflint.org
Scott has been a fixture at GA off and on for many years. He has a B.A. in History from the University of Michigan-Flint and has taught Social Studies, Physical Education and Technology classes. Lately Scott has been filling an Administrative Assistant position in the office and splits his time with the Flint Islamic Center. Scott enjoys working with the kids and watching them grow through the school. He is married with one child who attends GA.
Librarian-Media Specialist
Gina Khirfan
810-250-7557 Ext. 110
library@gaflint.org
Gina Khirfan is the librarian/media specialist for the GA Library. In the past she has worked as a substitute teacher, librarian, tutor, and parent volunteer at Genesee Academy. She also has past experience as a retail business owner, office manager and data processor. In 2009 she received her B.A. in English with specialization in writing from the University of Michigan. In 2014, she received her MLIS degree from Wayne State University with specialization in ALFA (Accessible Libraries for All). Mrs. Khirfan loves helping the students at GA and hopes to help them to improve upon their reading, technology and research skills. Married for over 30 years, she has four children, three girls ages 26, 23 and 15 and one boy age 22. In her spare time, she enjoys, reading, quilting, gardening and traveling.
Gina Khirfan
810-250-7557 Ext. 110
library@gaflint.org
Gina Khirfan is the librarian/media specialist for the GA Library. In the past she has worked as a substitute teacher, librarian, tutor, and parent volunteer at Genesee Academy. She also has past experience as a retail business owner, office manager and data processor. In 2009 she received her B.A. in English with specialization in writing from the University of Michigan. In 2014, she received her MLIS degree from Wayne State University with specialization in ALFA (Accessible Libraries for All). Mrs. Khirfan loves helping the students at GA and hopes to help them to improve upon their reading, technology and research skills. Married for over 30 years, she has four children, three girls ages 26, 23 and 15 and one boy age 22. In her spare time, she enjoys, reading, quilting, gardening and traveling.
