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Weekend Islamic School Masjid al-Muslimin

1929 Gervais Street

Columbia, SC 29202

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Acknowledgement

Receipt and Review of Student/Parent/Teacher Handbook

I, ____________________________________________ hereby acknowledge

and agree that I have received the Student/Parent/Teacher Handbook for the 2009- 2010

school year of the Weekend Islamic School at Masjid al-Muslimin. I further

acknowledge and agree that I have read and fully understand the contents including the

code of conduct in the Handbook. I agree to abide by the rules and regulations provided

in the Handbook and shall endeavor to ensure that my child is also in compliance with

them.

___________________________ _________________________

Child‟s Name Grade

___________________________

Parent‟s Name (Print)

___________________________ __________________

Parent‟s Signature Date

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INTRODUCTION

Assalamu Alaikum wa Rahmatullahi wa Barakatuh,

Welcome to the Weekend Islamic School (WIS) at Masjid al-Muslimin. Our

objective is to provide a structured Islamic education guided by the Qur‟an and the

Sunnah of the Prophet (S). We work together with this mission for the pleasure of Allah

(SWT) and strive to purify your intensions to pursue hard for His (SWT) sake only.

The school meets about three hours every Sunday for nine months, from the fall

to the end of the spring. That adds up to about thirty days of classes in a year. Within

this limited time span, we are committed to providing a rewarding learning environment

to achieve our goal.

The school has been restructured in the 2009-2010 academic year with totally new

curricula and with classes ranging from Pre-K/Kindergarten to Levels 1-8. The students‟

placement will correspond to their grade levels in their regular schools. Additionally,

structured adult classes will be offered to the students in high schools and colleges,

parents, and anyone else interested. The school timing also changed; it starts at 10:45am

and ends after Dhuhr salat or 2:00pm. “Muslim children growing in the US are facing diverse challenges and conflicting pressures at schools and

in friend circles. They are constantly influenced by mainstream youth culture. It is difficult to isolate them

from these influences and it is painful to let them sway into the mainstream. Excessive consumerism, peer

pressure, media culture, Internet, and technology confuse the youngsters’ mind about their ideal objective

in life.”

Parents trying to raise their children with an Islamic identity are being

increasingly challenged. Schools play big roles in shaping children‟s personalities. How

could a dose of a three-hour session in a weekend Islamic school undo the damaging

effect the children suffer through out the week? It is puzzling, but we cannot stop trying.

Besides, with Allah‟s Mercy, even this small potent dose of lessons from Aqeeda, Ibada,

Fiqh, Risalla, Islamic History, Quranic Studies and systematic lessons in Arabic, towards

learning the Quran with correct recitation and comprehension, will sustain and protect

our little souls throughout the week. InshaAllah with our sincere efforts, we can make

the Weekend Islamic School the stepping stone for the children, youth, and adults toward

understanding and accepting Islam as the chosen way of life.

Our request to the parents: please invest in your children! Let us work together

to empower our children with the knowledge of Islam, the knowledge most beneficial for

this life and life hereafter.

May Allah Rabbul Alamin accept and give Barakah to our efforts and guide us on

Sirratim Mustaqeem. Ameen!

Mahmud A. Rahman, Ph.D.

Principal

Weekend Islamic School

Masjid al-Muslimin

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October 2009 4 Registration and

1st Week of School

11 Class

18 Class

25 Class

December 2009 6 Class

13 Class

20 Class

27 Winter Break

February 2010 7 Class

14 Class

21 Parent Teacher

Conference & Workshop 28 Class

April 2010 4 Class

11 Spring Break 18 Class

25 Class

November 2009 1 Class

8 Class

15 Class

22 Class

29 Eid al-Adha Break

January 2010 3 Winter Break

10 Class

17 Class

24 Class

31 Class

March 2010 7 Class

14 Class

21 Super Sunday 28 Class

May 2010 2 Class

9 Class

16 Class

23 Final Exam

30 Graduation

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MISSION STATEMENT

To promote broad awareness of Islam for Muslim students studying in Pre-K to

12th

grade and college, parents and other adults, through Islamic teachings,

emphasizing the fundamentals, ideologies and legacies, guided by the Qur‟an and

the Sunnah. To this end, by using a comprehensive curriculum, carefully selected

text books, and knowledgeable instructors, the school is committed to

intellectually stimulate the students to grow up as responsible, practicing Muslims

choosing Islam as the way of life.

STAFF

Our staffs are all volunteers, mostly from a combination of professionals and

parents from the local Muslim community. Most of them hold degrees from

bachelors to Ph.D. including professional degrees, and have good to excellent

Islamic knowledge. Many of them have prior teaching experience in Islamic

schools.

STUDENTS

Admission is open to any student, male or female, who resides in the US,

irrespective of their immigration status. Since the main medium of instruction is

English, the ability of students to understand and communicate in English is

important. Students are placed in a grade commensurate with their regular school

grade. Any exception to this provision will be considered only on exigent basis.

CLASSES

All classes are co-educational. Boys and girls sit on different rows in the

classroom. Placement of a student in Arabic class may not follow the regular

school grades. Regardless of age of a student, based on the proficiency in Arabic

reading, he or she may be placed at a higher or lower level. The decision about

such placement will be made by the Arabic Studies‟ coordinator. If needed such

placement will be reviewed and approved by the principal.

CURRICULUM

The school will follow a systematic, comprehensive curriculum. The objective of

the curriculum is to provide a broad understanding of all aspects of Islam as

envisaged in the Mission Statement. The teachers, students and parents should get

familiar with the curriculum so that everyone knows what is being taught and

what to expect from students at each level and collectively, from the entire

program. The teachers will carefully follow the curriculum. The curriculum is

continuously being developed. Each class will be matched with appropriate

books and lessons.

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SCHOOL HOURS AND SCHEDULE

The school starts at 10:45 am sharp! All students report to the main Masallah for

Tahiyyatul Masjid Salat (Make sure to make Wudu at home before leaving for

school!). Attendance is recorded after the salat and students are directed to their

respective classes.

Class Schedule (DST)

10:45 Attendance in Masallah after Tahiyyatul Masjid

11:00- 12:30 Islamic and Quranic Studies Block

12:30- 12:45 Snack Break

12:45- 1:30 Arabic Period

1:30- Dhuhr Salat

OR

Class Schedule (EDT)

10:45 Attendance in Masallah after Tahiyyatul Masjid

11:00- 12:30 Islamic and Quranic Studies Block

12:30- 12:45 Snack Break

12:45- 1:15 Dhuhr Salat

1:15- 2:00 Arabic Period

TUITION AND FEES

One time Registration Fee of $50 per Family is due at the time of registration.

Monthly Tuition: (Due on the 1st week of each month)

1 child $25

2 children $45

3 and more children $60

Monthly Snack Fee per Child is $5 (Due on the 1st week of each month)

Pay the entire year tuition at the time of registration and get a 5% discount!

PS: If a teacher has children in the school, he/she will pay the one-time registration

fee and the monthly tuition may be waived. The school authority, upon proper

request, will decide tuition reduction/waiver for low-income families.

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STUDENT CODE OF CONDUCT

ATTENDANCE

Students should arrive at least 5 minutes before the school starts (10:45 am). The

school will end after Dhuhr salat or at 2:00 pm (see class schedule). Parents

should pick up their children on time. Avoiding tardiness is strongly advised.

Attendance will be recorded in Masallah before sending the students to their

respective classrooms. Excessive and unexcused absence and tardiness will affect

the students‟ overall performance and final grades.

DRESS CODE

Students must wear modest Islamic attire.

Boys are required to wear pants from below the knee level to above ankle. The

pants should be loose fitting but secured properly from dragging down.

Girls from 2nd grade and up are required to wear long skirts, long dress, or jilbab,

full sleeve loose tops, and headscarves.

Avoid tight fitting and revealing trendy attires. Students are not allowed to wear

western hats or caps, bandanas, sunglasses, or flashy jewelry in school. No make

up or nail polish should be worn. Avoid wearing attires with human/animal

images.

Students are expected to come with wudu and ready for Tahiyyatul Masjid salat

as the very first activity.

EXPECTED BEHAVIOR

1. Be respectful to yourselves and to others.

2. Avoid being loud and disrupting and speak with proper language.

3. Listen and follow the instructions.

4. Demonstrate Islamic Akhlaq: Be honest, obedient, courteous, and patient

5. Help your teachers leaving the classrooms clean after use.

6. Eat food only in the designated area; chewing gum is not allowed.

7. No running is allowed inside the building at any time. Show your best

etiquette while going to the Masallah for salah.

8. Follow general safety habit while out side the building and in the playground.

9. Keep the Masjid ground clean.

SNACK

The school will purchase snack for the children paying the monthly snack fees.

Parents have the option to sending pack snack for their children.

LOST AND FOUND

The school is not responsible if a student, teacher, or parent looses anything in the

school/Masjid. If anyone finds a lost item, please bring it to the Principal‟s office.

It will be placed in the Lost and Found Box. Check with the Principal for your

lost item.

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COMPLAINTS, CONCERNS AND SUGGESTIONS

For any complaint or concern, or if there is any suggestion, express it verbally or

in writing directly to the Principal or through the suggestion box placed on a table

in the central hall upstairs.

PRE-KINDERGARTEN AND KINDERGARTEN STUDENTS There will be a fun educational program for the K and Pre-K students. Students

must be toilet trained and able to be away from their parents in order to attend.

STUDENT PARENT RESPONSIBILITIES

COME PREPARED

The parents are advised to guide and make sure their children are dressed

properly, arrive on time, and bring all class materials such as textbooks, a

notebook, pencils, erasers, an 1 inch binder with dividers and some notebook

papers.

The classrooms are used for other purposes throughout the week. Please make

sure each student needs to bring these materials to school with him/her each

Sunday and bring them back at home. The school is not responsible for

safekeeping any items left behind by a student.

HOMEWORK

Students will be assigned homework to be completed during the week. Please

make sure your child has finished his/her assignment and brings it to class.

Homework will be graded and will contribute 20% to the final grade.

REPORT CARDS

Students will be periodically tested throughout the academic year. Progress

reports will be sent home every 8 weeks. Parents are required to review the

progress report, sign on the parent signature line and return it to the teacher the

following week. The final report card will be issued at the end of the school year

on the graduation day.

AWARDS The School will give a number of Awards of Excellence. Each student may

qualify for the award. The award will be given based on academic performance,

discipline, behavior, and attendance. The teachers will explain the more detail on

academic performance. The students will be recognized during graduation

ceremony.

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Pre-K/Kindergarten – Course Outline and Guidelines

Islamic Studies Objective: Introduce the students to Islam – basic ideas about the Qur‟ān, Hadīth, past prophets, Prophet

Muhammad (pbuh), Islamic values in life. Learn about wudu and salat.

Week Kindergarten lesson Lesson Outline and Objective

1 Allāh Know about Allāh – Who is He, why we worship Him – color blessings of Allāh

2 Islam – Muslim What is Islam – who are we – our religion – Coloring project on Islam

3 Muhammad (pbuh) Who is Muhammad (S) – Brief Introduction about Muhammad (S)

4 Qur‟ān What is Qur‟ān – why we read it – what is it s importance

5 Kalimah Memorize Kalimah – its significance

6 EXAM

7 Salat 5 salat – salat of Jummah, timing of Salat – coloring projects

8 Wudu What is wudu – why we do wudu – they need not learn how to do wudu

9 Ramadan What is Ramadan –– Quran revealed, we fast – coloring activities.

10 Dua memorization Memorize dua assigned by teacher

11 Angel Talk about angles – names of two angels

12 Zakah What is zakah – why we pay it – coloring Activities

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14 Adam Who was Adam – brief introduction

15 Nuh Who was Nuh – brief introduction

16 Ibrahim Who was Ibrahim – brief introduction

17 Ka‟bah What is Ka‟bah – where is it situated – students to color picture of Ka‟bah

18 Musa Who is Musa – brief introduction

19 Jesus Who is Jesus – brief introduction

20 EXAM

21 Dua Memorization Memorize dua assigned by teacher

22 Good Manners Why it is important – at school, at home, with friends – teach some manners to

demonstrate at home

23 Kindness & Sharing Why it is important – teach how a child can be kind & sharing.

24 Obedience Reward What are obedience and why reward

25 Respect What is respect – how to show it – teach some examples

26 EXAM

27 Dua Memorization Memorize dua assigned by teacher

28 Forgiveness Why we forgive – how it makes a person better

29 Eid What is Eid – why we celebrate

30 Thankfulness Why give thanks – coloring project on thankfulness

31 Good Deeds Why we do good deeds – Allāh loves it – coloring project on good deeds

32 Make up class

33 Make up class

34 EXAM

35 Graduation Ceremony

Qur’ānic Studies Objective: Memorize a few short Sūrahs and Du„ā‟s.

Course Guideline: Memorize and recite: Al-Fatiha, An-Nas, Al-Falaq, Al-Ikhlas.

Memorize a few short du„ā assigned by the teacher

Learn what is Qur‟an what is the etiquettes to read the Qur‟an

Recommended Books or

Resources:

Coloring Books, CD/Audio Cassettes - TBA

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1st Grade – Course Outline and Guidelines

Islamic Studies Objective: Introduce the students to Islam – basic ideas about the Qur‟ān, Hadīth, past prophets, Prophet

Muhammad (pbuh), Islamic values in life. Learn about wudu and salat.

Week 1st Grade Lesson Lesson Outline and Objective

1 Allāh: Our Creator Who is Allāh? Everything in the world was created by Allāh.

2 Islam What is Islam, why we follow Islam? Get a basic idea about their religion Islam.

3 Our Faith The students will learn about our faith. The articles of faith are introduced.

4 Prophet Muhammad (S) Students learn about Muhammad (S). Who was he? Why do we respect him?

5 The Qur‟ān What is the Qur‟ān? The students will learn about the Qur‟ān.

6 EXAM

7 5 pillars Know and remember the 5-pillars. The significance and meaning of the pillars.

8 Shahadah Memorize and understand the meaning of the Kalimah and shahadah.

9 Salāt and wudu What is salat? Why we do wudu? Introduction to salat and wudu.

10 Ramadan What is Ramadan – what do we do in Ramadan? Its significance.

11 Zakah Overview of charity, why is it important.

12 Hajj How, when and where Hajj is performed. Some words related to Hajj.

13 EXAM

14 Saying bismillāh Why saying bismillah is important for all Muslims. Learning Islamic etiquette.

15 Angels Overview of the angels.

16 Shaitān Why is shaitan our enemy? What does he do?

17 Adam Introduction about prophet Adam – his brief biography.

18 Nūh Introduction about prophet Nuh – his brief biography.

19 Ibrāhīm Introduction about prophet Ibrahim – his brief biography.

20 EXAM

21 Mūsā Introduction about prophet Musa – his brief biography.

22 „Isā Introduction about prophet Isa – his brief biography.

23 Makkah and Madinah Overview of the two holy cities in Islam.

24 Good manners What is good manners and why we should show good manner? A moral

building lesson.

25 Kindness sharing Why we have to be kind and learn sharing? A moral building lesson.

26 EXAM

27 Allāh rewards good works To know that Allāh rewards all good deeds.

28 Respect Learning about respect. A moral building lesson.

29 Forgiveness Learning about forgiveness. A moral building lesson.

30 Love of Allāh Love of Allāh makes us good Muslim. How we can love Allāh?

31 Eid Overview of Eid ul Fitr. This class will coincide with the timing of the Eid.

32 Thanking Allāh Why should we thank Allāh, when do we thank Him and how?

33 Make up class

34 EXAM


Qur’ānic Studies Objective: Memorize a few short Sūrahs and Du„ā‟s. Understand what is the Qur‟an and how to use it.

Course Guideline: Memorize Sūrahs: Al-Fātihah and An-Nas to Al-Nasr. Emphasis proper pronunciation

Learn Adab and obligation towards the Qur‟an

Know Structure of the Qur‟an.

Log in Daily Reading.

Memorize selected dua assigned by the teacher

Recommended Books: 1.Surah: Short Surah Textbook (IQRA), CD/websites

2.Dua: Teacher may provide handouts. Book: TBA

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2nd

Grade – Course Outline and Guidelines

Islamic Studies Objective: Introduce the students to Islam – a basic idea about the Qur‟ān, Hadīth, past prophets, Prophet

Muhammad (pbuh), Islamic values in life continues. Depth of coverage increases.

Week 2nd Grade Lesson Lesson Outline and Objective

1 Allāh the Creator Overview of who created us – Allāh is the Creator

2 Blessings of Allāh Everything is a blessing of Allāh – students to understand the concept

3 The Qur‟ān What is the Qur‟an? Students to know various things about the Qur‟an

4 Muhammad (S) An introduction of the Prophet (S)

5 Sunnah and hadīth An introduction to the Sunnah and Hadith and their importance.

6 EXAM

7 5 Pillars Students will continue to learn and reinforce 5 pillars of Islam.

8 Shahadah Students will learn about importance of Shahadah

9 Salāt Students will learn about Salat – types, importance, timing

10 Sawm Why Muslims fast? Overview of fasting and its significance

11 Charity Zakah – An overview of one of the 5-pillars

12 Hajj Hajj – An overview of one of the 5-pillars

13 EXAM

14 Wudu Students will learn the Steps of wudu

15 Four khalīfas Students will learn a short introduction of the 4-khalifas in Islam.

16 Ibrāhīm Introduction to the elementary biography of prophet Ibrahim.

17 Ya‟qūb and Yūsuf Introduction to the elementary biography of prophet Ya‟qūb and Yūsuf

18 Mūsā and Harun Introduction to the elementary biography of prophet Mūsā and Harun

19 Yūnus Introduction to the elementary biography of prophet Yūnus

20 EXAM

21 Angel Understanding the basic idea of Angles – their roles and duties.

22 Foods that we may eat Understanding basic concept of foods that we may eat.

23 Truthfulness Understanding importance of value – Truthfulness as stressed in Islam

24 Kindness Understanding importance of value – kindness as stressed in Islam

25 Respect Understanding importance of value – respect as stressed in Islam

26 EXAM

27 Responsibility Understanding importance of value – Responsibility as stressed in Islam

28 Obedience Understanding importance of value – obedience as stressed in Islam

29 Cleanliness Understanding importance of value – cleanliness as stressed in Islam

30 honesty Understanding importance of value –Honesty as stressed in Islam

31 Day of Judgment, Hereafter Introduction to the Day of Judgment, Hereafter

32 Muslims from different nations A general overview of Muslims in the world.

33 Make up class Make up class

34 EXAM


Qur’ānic Studies Objective: Memorize more short Sūrahs and Du„ā‟s. Understand what is the Qur‟an and how to use it.

Develop Qur‟anic vocabulary. Learn the meaning of selected surahs.

Course Guideline: Memorize Sūrahs: Al-Fātihah and An-Nas to Al-Fil. Emphasis proper pronunciation

Review the surahs already memorized.

Learn Ways to Qur‟anic Studies

Know the overall meaning of sūrah Al-Fātiha, An-Nas, Al-Falaq and Al-Ikhlas.

Know the vocabulary of sūrah Al-Fātiha, An-Nas, Al-Falaq and Al-Ikhlas.

Log in Daily Reading

Memorize Du„ā‟s assigned by the teacher.



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3rd


Islamic Studies Objective: Various topics on Islam continue to be introduced. The depth and diversity of topic increases.

Week 3rd Grade Lesson Lesson Outline and Objective

1 What does Allāh do An introduction to Allāh – His activities and His roles.

2 Some names of Allāh Types of belief – belief in Allāh

3 Allāh : merciful An introduction to the names of Allāh.

4 Allāh : the Judge Why Allāh is so merciful – an analysis of His mercy

5 Other names of the Qur‟ān An introduction to the justice of Allāh

6 EXAM

7 We are Muslims The Qur‟ān is known by many other names. Knowing some of the names of the

Qur‟ān.

8 Hadith What makes us Muslim – just the faith or do we need to do more?

9 Shahadah Overview of Hadith

10 Types of salāt Overview and importance of Shahadah

11 Why to make salāt Introduction to many different forms of salat.

12 Jumuah salat Discussion about importance of Jumuah salat.

13 EXAM

14 Sawm Overview and importance of fasting in Islam.

15 Charity Overview of Charity in Islam.

16 Hajj Understanding importance of Hajj, its steps.

17 Prophet in Makkah A short summary of the Makkan life of the prophet,

18 Prophet in Madinah A short summary of the Madinan life of the Prophet

19 How Rasul treated others A short summary of the behavior and conduct of the Prophet (S)

20 EXAM

21 Ismā‟īl and Ishāq Introduction about prophet Ismā‟īl and Ishāq – their brief biography.

22 Dāwūd Introduction about prophet Dāwūd – his biography.

23 „Isā Introduction about prophet „Isā– his brief biography.

24 Punctuality Importance of punctuality in Islam.

25 Good deeds Importance of good deeds in Islam

26 EXAM

27 Cleanliness Importance of cleanliness in Islam.

28 Right Path Introduction about the Right Path.

29 Muslim Family What is a family? Introduction about an ideal Muslim family.

30 Forgiveness Importance of forgiveness in Islam.

31 Jinn Introduction about the Jinns

32 Muslims in North America Overview of Muslims in North America.

33 Make up class Make up Class

34 EXAM


Qur’ānic Studies Objective: Memorize more short Sūrahs and Du„ā‟s. Understand what is the Qur‟an and how to use it.

Develop Qur‟anic vocabulary. Learn the meaning of selected surahs.

Course Guideline: Memorize with proper pronunciation; Sūrahs: Al-Fātihah and An-Nas to Al-Takathur.



Know the overall meaning of sūrah Al-Fātiha and An-Nas to Al-Kawthar

Know the vocabulary of sūrah Al-Fātiha, An-Nas to Al-Kawthar.





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4th



Week 4th Grade Lesson Lesson Outline and Objective

1 Rewards of Allāh Understand how and why Allāh rewards us.

2 Discipline of Allāh Study various forms of discipline of Allāh.

3 Some names of Allāh Learning many different names of Allāh.

4 Books of Allāh Introduction to divine revelation – books of Allāh

5 Pre-Islamic Arab Introduction to the life and conditions in Pre-Islamic Arabia

6 EXAM

7 Year of Elephant An overview of the year 570 C.E. – why it was named as the Year of Elephant

8 Early life of Muhammad (S) Overview of the early life of Muhammad (S).

9 Life before prophethood An overview of the life of the Prophet (S) before he became Rasulullah.

10 Receipt of prophethood An overview of the Prophet receiving the divine revelation.

11 Makkan period An overview of the life and activities of prophet in Makkah

12 Pledges of Aqabah An overview of the Prophet‟s life in Madinah after migrating to the land.

13 EXAM

14 Hijrat to Madinah Students will learn the actual events during migration to Madinah.

15 Madinan Period An overview of the life and activities of prophet in Madinah.

16 Victory of Makkah Overview of why and how Makkah was conquered.

17 Abu Bakr Life and achievements of Abu Bakr

18 Umar al-Khattāb Life and achievements of Umar al-Khattab

19 „Uthman ibn Affan Life and achievements of „Uthman ibn Affan

20 EXAM

21 „Ali ibn Abu Talib Life and achievements of „Ali ibn Abu Talib

22 Compilers of Hadith An introduction to the biographies of the Compilers of Hadith

23 Shaitān's mode of Operation Who is Shaitan? His characteristics, his mode of action. An overview.

24 Hūd Introduction about prophet Hūd – his biography.

25 Sālih Introduction about prophet Sālih – his biography.

26 EXAM

27 Mūsā Introduction about prophet Mūsā – his biography.

28 Sulaimān Introduction about prophet Sulaimān – his biography.

29 Truthfulness Moral building lessons – how Islam looks at truthfulness and why it is

important?

30 Perseverance A conceptual understanding perseverance – how and why it is important.

31 Day of Judgment Introduction to the Day of Judgment, Hereafter

32 „Eid and its significance A short overview of „Eid and its significance


34 EXAM


Qur’ānic Studies Objective: Memorize more short Sūrahs and Du„ā‟s. Know methodologies of Qur‟anic Studies.

Develop Qur‟anic vocabulary. Learn the meaning of selected surahs. Introduce Tafseer.

Course Guideline: Memorize with proper pronunciation; Sūrahs: Al-Fātihah and An-Nas to Az-Zalzalah.



Know the overall meaning & vocabulary of sūrah Al-Fātiha and An-Nas to Al-Asr.

Tafseer of sūrah Al-Fātiha and An-Nas to Al-Ikhlas.



Recommended Books: 1.Surah: Juz ‘Amma; CD/websites


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5th




1 Allāh our sole Master Understand how and what makes Allāh as our Master.

2 Why should we worship Allāh Students will learn why we worship Allāh.

3 Revelation of the Qur‟ān An introduction to the process of revelation of the Qur‟ān

4 Characteristics of prophets All prophets have some common characteristics. Understand these traits.

5 Major mosques in the world Overview of the major mosques in the world.

6 EXAM

7 Battle of Badr Introduction to the first battle of the Muslims.

8 Battle of Uhud Introduction to the second battle of the Muslims.

9 Battle of Trench Introduction to the third battle of the Muslims.

10 Hudaibiyah treaty Overview of the Hudaibiyah treaty and its impact upon the Muslim history.

11 Conquest of Makkah Overview of what lead to the Conquest of Makkah and how.

12 Adam Intermediate level introduction about prophet Adam – his biography.

13 EXAM

14 Ibrāhīm and his arguments Intermediate level introduction about prophet Ibrāhīm and his arguments.

15 Ibrāhīm and the idols Intermediate level introduction about prophet Ibrāhīm and the idols.

16 Luqman and his teachings Intermediate level introduction about Luqman and his teachings.

17 Yūsuf - I – Childhood Intermediate level introduction to the childhood of prophet Yūsuf.

18 Yūsuf - II – life in prison Intermediate level introduction to the life of prophet Yūsuf in prison.

19 Yusuf -III - dealing with brothers Intermediate level introduction to the dealing of prophet Yūsuf with his brothers.

20 EXAM

21 Ayyūb Intermediate level introduction to the life and achievements of prophet Ayyūb.

22 Zakariyyāh Yahyā Intermediate level introduction to the life of Zakariyyāh and Yahyā.

23 Maryam Intermediate level introduction to the life of Maryam.

24 Justice Moral building lessons – how Islam looks at Justice.

25 Upholding truth Moral building lessons – why Islam wants you to uphold truth.

26 EXAM

27 Punctuality Moral building lessons – Students will learn about punctuality in Islam.

28 My mind, my body Moral building lessons – role of mind and body and their importance in worship.

29 Kindness and forgiveness Moral building lessons – importance of kindness and forgiveness.

30 Middle Path A conceptual understanding of the Middle Path in Islam.

31 Significance of salāt Students will learn about the significance of salāt.

32 Significance of fasting Students will learn about the significance of salāt.

33 Make up class

34 EXAM


Qur’ānic Studies Objective: Memorize more Sūrahs and Du„ā‟s. Know methodologies of Qur‟anic Studies.

Develop Qur‟anic vocabulary. Learn the meaning of selected surahs with Tafseer.

Course Guideline: Memorize with proper pronunciation; Sūrahs: Al-Fātihah and An-Nas to Al-Qadr.


Learn methodologies of Qur‟anic Studies

Know the meaning & vocabulary of sūrah Al-Fātiha and An-Nas to Al-Adiyat

Tafseer of sūrah Al-Fātiha and An-Nas to Al-Kawthar.





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6th

Grade – Course Outline and Guidelines Islamic Studies

Objective: Various topics on Islam continue to be introduced. The depth and diversity of topic increases.


1 Attributes of Allāh: The lesson teaches the understanding of the most beautiful names of Allāh

2 Promise of Allāh The lesson explains the Promise of Allāh. The promise is always true.

3 Objective of the Qur‟ān This lesson highlights some of the objective of the Qur‟ān.

4 Compilation of the Qur‟ān This lesson discusses the process of compilation and preservation of the Qur‟ān.

5 Previous Scriptures The students will learn about the past books sent by Allāh.

6 EXAM

7 Importance of Shahādah This lesson shows why Shahādah is so important to learn and practice.

8 Compilation of Hadīth The talks about the process of compilation of Hadīth.

9 Nūh (A): The lesson provides analytical study of his life and struggle for truth.

10 Tālūt, Jālūt and Dāwūd(A) This lesson discusses about Tālūt, Jālūt and Dāwūd(A) and their struggle.

11 Dāwūd and Sulaimān (A) This lesson highlights the events from the life of Dāwūd and Sulaimān (A).

12 Sulaimān (A) and the Queen This lesson discusses Sulaimān‟s (A) dealing with queen Bilqis.

13 EXAM

14 Mūsā (A) and Fir„awn This lesson highlights Mūsā‟s (A) interaction with Fir„awn.

15 Bani Isrā‟īl: Life After Rescue The historical details on Bani Isrā‟īl after their rescue from Egypt is covered.

16 Mūsā (A) and Khidir This lesson describes their interaction and explains the events that took place.

17 „Isā (A) and Maryam (ra) This lesson provides Qur‟ānic explanation of the lives of „Isā (A) and Maryam.

18 Khadījah (ra): Finest Example of

a Committed Wife

In the life of Khadījah (ra), we can find one of the best examples of

commitment, perseverance, and steadfastness.

19 „Ā‟ishah (ra): Beloved Wife of

the Prophet (S)

The students will learn about marriage and some of the historical turns of events

in the life of one of most beloved wives of the Prophet (S).

20 EXAM

21 Fātimah (ra): In this lesson the greatness of Fātimah (ra) is highlighted.

22 Al-Qiyāmah: The Awakening An explanation of the meaning of al-Qiyāmah as given in the Qur‟ān.

23 Rūh and Nafs: An Overview The concept of rūh and nafs is explained in an easy to understand manner.

24 The Angels and The Jinn: This lesson provides an overview of angels and jinn

25 Shaitān: The Invisible Enemy How to identify and avoid his temptations of Shaitān.

26 EXAM

27 Taqwā: The Quality of True

Believers

On the other side of shaitān‟s temptation lies taqwā or God Consciousness. This

lesson explains what taqwā is and how we can increase it in our life.

28 My Friend is a Muslim Now This lesson highlights why and what draws some of the people towards Islam.

29 Friendship: With Others and With

Opposite Gender

The lesson explains Islamic perspective of friendship – what to look for when

making friendship.

30 „Reading‟ or Performing Salāt Are we to “read” salat in a robotic process or are we to “perform” salāt.

31 Muslims Around the World This lesson provides an interesting insight of Muslims around the world.

32 People of Other Faiths How we can appreciate people of other faith and live with them.

33 Taqwā: The Quality of Believers This lesson explains what taqwā is and how we can increase it in our life.

34 EXAM




Course Guideline: Memorize with proper pronunciation; Sūrahs: Al-Fātihah and An-Nas to At-Tin.



Know the meaning & vocabulary of sūrah Al-Fātiha and An-Nas to Al-Qadr.

Tafseer of sūrah Al-Fātiha and An-Nas to Al-Quraish.




2.Arabic-English Translation Of the Qur‟an


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7th




1 Why & What is Islam Understand what is Islam and why we follow Islam.

2 The Qur‟ān - other names and Know the significance of the names of the Qur‟ān..

3 Forgiveness of Allāh - Istighfar Why we seek forgiveness, what is the importance of istighfar.

4 Allāh: Angry or Kind Is Allāh angry or is He kind? What is His dominant attribute?

5 Islamic Greetings What we greet people with Islamic greetings? What are its significance.

6 EXAM

7 Adam (A) Advanced level discussion about prophet Adam (A) and his trials.

8 „Ad and Thamūd Revisiting the story of the „Ad and the Thamūd: the similarities in their living.

9 Stories of Ibrāhīm (A) -I Overview of the life and activities of prophet Ibrāhīm (A) – his life in Iraq

10 Stories of Ibrāhīm (A) -II Overview of the life and activities of prophet Ibrāhīm (A) –life in Egypt.

11 Sacrifice of Ibrāhīm (A) Ibrāhīm (A) made greatest sacrifice. Learning the significance of the sacrifices.

12 Lūt (A) Learning the message from the story of Lūt and his teachings.

13 EXAM

14 Yūsuf - overcoming temptation Temptation and how to overcome it. Lessons learned from the life of Yūsuf.

15 Dhul Qurnain Overview of Dhul Qurnain as mentioned in the Qur‟ān

16 Companions of Cave Who were the Companions of the Cave? Their story as narrated in the Qur‟ān.

17 Abū Sufyān Contribution of Abū Sufyān in shaping the history of early Islam.

18 Khalid Ibn Walid Contribution of Khalid Ibn Walid in shaping the history of early Islam.

19 How to Achieve Success What are some of the ways to achieve success under Islamic principle.

20 EXAM

21 Character of Prophets An overview of character of all past prophets – their similarities.

22 Prophet's Marriage Why the Prophet (S) married 13 women? What are the causes and implications?

23 Purification Understanding of importance of physical and spiritual purification in Islam.

24 Permitted and Prohibited Understanding the permitted and prohibited in Islam.

25 Lailatul Qadr What made Lailatul Qadr so majestic night? An overview.

26 EXAM

27 Fasting in Ramadan How fasting in Ramadan can make us better Muslims?

28 My Family is Muslim Now A story about how a Christian family became Muslim – their experiences.

29 Amr bil Ma„rūf The lesson covers why it is important to enjoin good.

30 Guard Your Tongue Why to guard our tongue? Islamic perspective on guarding our tongue.

31 Lessons from past civilizations What lessons can we learn from the past civilizations?

32 Science in the Qur‟ān A brief overview of many of the scientific references in the Qur‟ān.


34 EXAM




Course Guideline: Memorize with proper pronunciation; Sūrahs: Al-Fātihah and An-Nas to Ad-Duha.



Know the meaning & vocabulary of sūrah Al-Fātiha and An-Nas to At-Tin.

Tafseer of sūrah Al-Fātiha and An-Nas to Al-Humazah.






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8th




1 Divine Names This lesson provides an analysis of divine named from different angle.

2 Objective of the Qur‟ān This lesson highlights some of the objective of the Qur‟ān.

3 Science of Hadīth The process of collection and compilation of Hadīth.

4 Madhhab: A Brief Overview This lesson provides serious analysis of the four madhhab.

5 Hope, Hopefulness, Hopelessness This lesson discusses why believers express hope, but others show hopeless.

6 EXAM .

7 Trial in Life: How we can identify trial and how we can emerge successful.

8 Friendship: Good Friends Who are good friend? The lesson provides in-depth analysis.

9 Friendship with Non-Muslims This lesson provides analytical study of the concept.

10 Dating: Islamic viewpoint The lesson gives an overview of Islamic viewpoint on dating.

11 Duties Towards Parents This lesson provides an in depth analysis of duties towards parents.

12 Islam For Middle School Students The issues Muslim middle school students are facing and their solutions.

13 EXAM

14 The Battle of Badr This lesson covers a deeper understanding of the Battle of Badr

15 The Battle of Uhud This lesson focuses on the various turns of events in the Battle of Uhud.

16 Banu Qaynuqa: Threat Within This lesson analyzes the events leading to the expulsion Banu Qaynuqa

17 Banu Nadīr: Treachery This lesson analyzes the events leading to the expulsion Banu Nadir.

18 The Battle of Khandaq This lesson covers the Battle of Khandaq, emphasizing upon its turns of events.

19 Banu Qurayzah The lesson sheds light on why about 700 men of Banu Qurayzah were killed.

20 EXAM

21 Sūrah Al-Ahzāb on the Battle of

Khandaq

A hands-on training as to how students can interpret and analyze some of the

verses from sūrah al-Ahzāb that deal with the Battle of Khandaq.

22 Hudaibiyah Treaty: The Victory This lesson analyses the incidents leading to signing of Hudaibiyah Treaty.

23 Mission to Tabūk: A Test of

Steadfastness

the Mission to Tabūk was a severe test for the believers. This lesson provides an

interesting analysis of the entire mission.

24 Farewell Pilgrimage This lesson provides an in-depth analysis of the Farewell Pilgrimage.

25 Performance of Hajj This lesson provides step by step analysis of all the rituals of Hajj.

26 EXAM

27 Paradise and Hell This lesson provides an overview of Paradise and Hell.

28 Finality of the Prophet hood This lesson analyses Muhammad (S) as the seal of Prophet hood.

29 Early History of Shī„ah A historical analysis of how Shī„ah groups emerged.

30 Umayyad Dynasty Analysis of the dynasty formed after the last of the four Khalīfas.

31 Abbasid Dynasty An analytical overview of Abbasid Dynasty and its achievements.

32 Permitted and Prohibited Food This lesson provides an understanding of the halal and haram food in Islam.

33 Paradise and Hell This lesson provides an overview of Paradise and Hell.

34 EXAM




Course Guideline: Memorize with proper pronunciation; Sūrahs: Al-Fātihah and An-Nas to Ash-Shams



Know the meaning & vocabulary of sūrah Al-Fātiha and An-Nas to Ad-Duha.

Tafseer of sūrah Al-Fātiha and An-Nas to At-Takathur.






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Adult/Youth Islamic Studies Class

Course Outline and Guidelines

Objective An interdisciplinary approach to various topics of fundamental

importance to the Student of Islamic Knowledge.

Topics Expectations

Fundamentals of

Tawheed/Aqeedah/Creed

Students will undertake a basic study of the

Belief system of Islam, as taught by the Prophet

Muhammad(s) and understood by the earliest

generations of the Ummah.

Fiqh of 'Ibaadah Students will gain an understanding of the

fundamentals of the acts of worship, and knowledge

of the pillars and conditions of 'ibaadah

Seerah of the Prophet(salallaahu 'alaihi

wa sallam), and the first three

generations of the Ummah

Students will study episodes of the life of the

Prophet(s) and the earliest generations to gain a

practical understanding and application of beneficial

lessons to everyday life.

Hadith Studies Students will endeavor to learn and be familiar with

some of the Prophetic Ahadith.

Tafsir of Qur'aan Students will explore the explanation of aayaat of

Qur'aan by way of an interdisciplinary approach with

the foregoing topics listed above.

Al Adaab wal Akhlaq, Manners and

Character of the Musli.m

Students will learn about proper manners as

prescribed in the Qur‟an and Sunnah of the

Prophet(s) and how to develop Muslim character.

Texts and References Authors

1. Islamic Studies Dr. Bilal Philips; vol. 1-4

2. Book of Emaan Sh. Ibn Taymiyyah(rahmatullaahi'alaihi)

3. Riyadhus-saalihiin Imam an-Nawawi

4. Forty Ahadith Imam an Nawawi

5. The Way of the Prophet Naima Abdullah

6. Forty Hadith for Islamic Schools Imam Muhammad 'Adly

7. Tafsir Ibn Kathir

8. Fiqhus-Sunnah Sayyid Sabiq

9. The Sealed Nectar Safiur Rahman Mubarakpuri

10. other books, articles, audio/visual materials as needed.

For more information, you may contact

Brother Mutahhir Sabree at 803-556-9500

or [email protected]

Websites to visit www.chatislam.com www.guideus.tv

www.islamnewsroom.com

www.watchislam.com

mailto:[email protected]

http://www.chatislam.com/

http://www.guideus.tv/

http://www.islamnewsroom.com/

http://www.watchislam.com/

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ARABIC STUDIES

The Arabic curriculum is in developing stage, InshaAllah.

Students in Grades 1-8 have been placed in four different levels after being tested

for their proficiency in Arabic.

Five different Arabic classes, from beginners to advanced, are being offered to the

youths and adults. Some of these classes follow the much acclaimed LQToronto

program.

The following is an excerpt from the LQToronto website that shows the importance of

learning the Arabic Language:

WHY SHOULD I LEARN ARABIC? As Muslims we have no choice but to learn the Language of the Qur’an.

WHY?

BECAUSE ALLAH CHOSE THE ARABIC LANGUAGE TO CARRY HIS FINAL MESSAGE TO ALL MANKIND The Qur’an contains the exact words which Allah revealed to our beloved prophet-pbuh and the exact words which the Prophet recited. Nothing added or deleted. The “Qur’an” is NOT the “Qur’an” if it is not in the Arabic Language; otherwise it is a mere translation. As a Muslims we are obligated to recite the Qur’an in Arabic EVERY SINGLE DAY. Our SALAAH is in the Arabic Language. We cannot have khushoo and khuzoo in our Salaah until and unless we understand what we are saying in our Salaah. The Language of the Qur’an is a Miracle. THAT MIRACLE will never touch our hearts unless we learn and know the Language of the Qur’an. How can the Qur’an guide me and how can I ponder over it and implement the Guidance of the Qur’an in my daily life if I do not understand the Language of the Qur’an! This ARABIC LANGUAGE COURSE will provide you the knowledge to understand the Qur’an in its ORIGINAL MATN (original Arabic Text). Our first priority in this course will be to understand the Language of the Qur’an and then InshaAllah the speaking part of it will come gradually. Please remember if you are dedicated, serious and hardworking, you will achieve something most beautiful and rewarding in your life (i.e. the understanding of the Qur’an directly when you recite it or when the recitation is heard). The beauty, the Eloquence, the Magic, the Miracle and the Divine Wisdom of the Qur’an will penetrate the innermost depth of your heart and you will experience the joy and happiness which cannot be expressed but can only be felt in the Believer’s Heart. So get ready to work hard to learn the Language of the Qur’an.

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Directory Weekend Islamic School

Masjid al-Muslimin 2009-2010

COORDINATORS Name Role Phone Email

Mahmud Rahman Principal (803) 788-2741 [email protected]

Afroze Habib Academic Affairs (803) 788-2741 [email protected]

Salwa Adly Public Relations (803) 261-7209 [email protected]

Abeer Ewais Arabic Studies (803) 233-9156 [email protected]

Faisal Siddiqi Youth/Adult (803) 736-6610 [email protected]

Abeda Siddqi Special Events (803) 397-1245 [email protected]

Salwa Adly Accounting (803) 261-7209 [email protected]

Amina Ashraf Secretary (803) 528-6371 [email protected]

TEACHERS Name Phone Email

Afshan Ashraf (803) 755-2391 [email protected]

Heather Smith (803) 419-3011 [email protected]

Nikhat Fareed (803) 960-9335 [email protected]

Mahdiah Daneshian (803) 255-0220 [email protected]

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Mohammed Fatani (803) 338-5268 [email protected]

Naglaa A. A. Hashim (803) 467-7325 [email protected]

Angela Terry (803) 347-2050 [email protected]

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Marwa A. Elabbasy (803) 404-2585 [email protected]

Reham Khedr (803) 269 8498 [email protected]

Abdullah Al-Mamun (803) 629-5893 [email protected]

Shahana Sultana (803) 743-5084 [email protected]

Tariq Sabree (803) 609-8277 [email protected]

Ayesh Mahfoudi (803) 403-7274 [email protected]

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Weekend Islamic School - Islamic Center of Columbia Handbook 2009-2010.pdf · Assalamu Alaikum wa Rahmatullahi wa Barakatuh, Welcome to the Weekend Islamic School ... If a teacher