08/17/2026
The backpacks are packed.
The pencils are sharpened.
The first-day outfits are ready.
And somewhere between the excitement and the nerves, there’s a Kurdish tradition that never changes:
Family comes first. ❤️
For generations, Kurdish families have gathered around the table to share food, stories, laughter, and the lessons that don’t come from a textbook.
As our children head back to school, we hope they carry more than their backpacks with them.
Carry your family’s stories.
Carry your traditions.
Carry the love of the people who helped you become who you are.
Because education teaches us how to navigate the world.
Family teaches us where we come from.
From our family at LEYLA Mediterranean to yours — here’s to a beautiful new school year. 🎒📚❤️