TERM 1 · 2019-2020

ISOM NEWSLETTER
ISLAMIC SCHOOL OF MIAMI
11699 SW 147th Ave, Miami, FL 33196

introduction
THIS TERM
Assalamualaikum. We welcome you to the 2019-2020
introduction school year. Inshaa Allah this will be the Islamic School
al-mujeeb of Miami's eighth year in progress. Each day, teachers
agendas and staff members brainstorm new and innovative ways
electives to better the educational, as well as Islamic experience
hadith of the term for every student. Not only this, but we optimistically
bahamas relief welcome our own students and parents to provide
donations feedback and suggestions of their own. Inshaa Allah, this
houses newsletter will be the source of updates about the
Islamic School of Miami. Alhamdulillah, we are thankful
seerah conference
to the parents of the students, as well as community
honor roll
members who continue to support the school in
students
numerous ways. May Allah shower this school year with
blessings and grant us all success.

al-mujeeb: the responding one

The Name of Allah, Al-Mujeeb, means “The Responding One." Allah (swt.) says
Himself, :“ … Indeed, my Lord is near and responsive [Quran, 11:61] and … [We are]
the best of responders.”[Quran, 37:75] Prophet Muhammad S.A.W stated, “Verily
your Lord is Generous and Shy. If His servant raises his hands to Him (in
supplication) He becomes shy to return them empty.” (Ahmad, Abu Dawud,
Tirmidhi) Therefore, we should always call upon Allah (swt.) and ask for His help
because He is our sole provider in this Dunya and the Hereafter.
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agendas
As of this year, Grade 1 to Middle School received
personalized ISOM agendas. These agendas
include the Akhlaq card, salah log, school
guidelines, and contact information. Parents are
strongly advised to review their child’s agenda on a
daily basis. The agenda is provided to implement a
sense of organization in our students, as well as
provide them with easy-access to information
when needed. Be sure to notice that there is a $20
replacement fee required if a student’s agenda is
misplaced.
electives

Another program the Islamic School of
Miami has added is "Elective Fridays". We are
proud to say this idea was suggested by our
students and has now officially been
implemented. These creative classes are
available for all grade levels. As of now, there
are 7 running electives, ranging from
activities such as weight training to
conversational French. With the exception of
a few, these courses are term-based, giving
children the opportunity to take four
different electives in one school year.
Students may participate in the class of
their choice every Friday, depending on
their behavior throughout the week. If
a student is pulled out of an elective,
they spend that class time cleaning the
masjid in different ways. Along with
encouraging improved akhlaq, this also
allows students to gain reward through
their actions. Inshaa Allah, each term
we will pick one elective and highlight
the various activities students
participate in.

hadith of the term

Iyad ibn Himar reported: The Messenger of Allah (s.a.w) said: "Verily, Allah has
revealed to me that you must be humble towards one another, so that no one
oppresses another or boasts to another.
Sahih Muslim 2865
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bahamas relief donations

Following the extensive damage left

behind by hurricane Dorian, the Islamic
School of Miami began a project to donate
supplies over to Jamaat-UL-Islam Masjid in
the Bahamas. Alhamdulillah, within two
weeks, the school raised over $3,000
through student donations. Our older boys
and girls also physically contributed to
organizing, packing, and storing supplies
into the shipment container. The
volunteering hours the Academy students
contributed also built management skills.
With the help and donations of the other
masjids in South Florida and the generous
Muslim community, we were able to raise a Middle and High School
total of about $25,000 in cash and supplies. students loading supplies

Along with the supplies, students from each

grade level also hand-made beautifully
meaningful letters to comfort the people of
the Bahamas. These letters were included
along with the donations. This creative
project allowed students to personally and
individually express their care for their
brothers and sisters in need. It also instilled
the importance of generosity in our
community. May Allah reward us all for our
efforts and make us out of those who receive
His blessings and mercy.
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houses

There is yet another system to enhance
student's experience at ISOM. Students
from each grade have been grouped into
two separate groups, called “Houses”.
Each House has two leaders, whose roles
are to guide students under their house
with academics, akhlaq, and athletics
through establishing a sisterly/brotherly
bond. The two Houses will compete with
each other in academics, akhlaq, and
athletic achievements.
Teachers will track the student’s progress
throughout the year. The purpose of this is
to promote healthy competition, expand
each student’s horizons, and most
importantly create a stronger sister and
brotherhood through helping each other. At
the end of the year, the House with the most
accumulated points will be rewarded. The
Houses are: Team Ghazali and Team Hassan
al-Basri. We are proud to recognize that this
was a suggestion by parents.

seerah conference

This year’s annual Seerah Conference will be held at The Islamic School of
Miami on Saturday, November 23, 2019. The guest speaker for this year’s
conference will be Mufti.Dr. Mohammad Farhan from the Islamic Center of Long
Island. Inshaa Allah, there will also be performances by our students. We
encourage you to ask your families and friends to join us and learn more about
the beautiful life of our beloved Prophet Muhammad (saw)

honor roll students credits

Regular Honor Roll: These are students who achieved A’s Introduction : Sumaiya Syeda
and B’s in Academics Mastery, E's in Akhlaq, and E's in Name of Allah: Nasiba Murdova
Academic Effort. Principal Honor Roll: These are students Agendas: Nasiba Murdova
who've achieved straight A's in Academics Mastery, E's in Electives: Sumaiya Syeda
Akhlaq, and E's in Academic Effort. Principal Honor Roll Hadith : Zuhdieh Masoud
students will be rewarded with an exclusive breakfast with Bahamas Relief Donations: Laiba
their parents and administration. Along with this, there is Samdani
a separate "Perfect Attendance" award for students who Houses: Fatima Siddiqi
have had 0 absences the entire term (including excused Seerah Conference: Samar Nadreen
absences and tardies). Honor Roll Students: Fatima Siddiqi