AIMS ACHIEVEMENTS REGISTRATION CURRICULUM

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1 AIMS ACHIEVEMENTS REGISTRATION CURRICULUM HIJAZ WEEKEND SCHOOL (HWS) Jama Mecca Masjid Beechnut St, Houston TX

2 AIMS The aim of Hijaz Weekend School is to provide basic Islamic Education to Muslim students in a best possible and practical way before they enter high school. We all know that this age is considered a crucial time where they start listening different thoughts and provocative arguments. However, if they have strong knowledge and authentic informations of Islam, they will not get confused. We hope that if they attend 6 or more years, they will learn the following topics. A. Recitation of the Holy Quran Letter Recognition, Joining techniques, Reading fluently following Tajweed Rules (Fundamentals of correct recitation of Holy Quran). Children in 3rd grade are expected to read the Quran independently. B. Memorization I. Sura of the Quran -Whole 30th section II. Dua - For daily affaire and some Quranic Dua III. What is needed for Salat, Saum and Hajj IV. Some Hadith which related to daily life C. Quranic Studies Quranic stories, significance of worship and good deeds D. Islamic Manners I. Saying Salam, way of eating and drinking, obeying parents, teachers and elders, importance of Masjid II. Significance of Good deeds E. Aqeeda About Allah, Prophets, Holy Books, Angels, Jinn, Signs of Last Day, Hereafter, Hell and Heaven, concept of Intercession F. Islamic Law I. Salah - Significance Way of Prayers, Prerequisites, Mandatory Elements, Semi- Mandatory, Prophetic Manners, Aspects break the Salah, Dislikes etc.!1

3 II. Saum - Definition, Significance, Way of Saum, what breaks Saum and what doesn't, Dislikes. III. Zakah- Definition, Significance, who will pay Zakah, Who will eligible to receive it and who doesn t. IV. Hajj- Significance, When Hajj becomes mandatory, Way of Umrah and brief discussion on Hajj (not in detail) V. Halal and Haram G. Seerah I. World before the birth of the Prophet Muhammad (Peace be upon him), His birth, Early age, Announcement of prophecy, Life in Makkah, Isra and Meraj, Migration, Wars, Conquest of Holy Kabah, Farewell Hajj, Death. II. Prophets in the Holy Quran H. Hadith I. Importance of Hadith II. Science of Hadith III. Some important Hadith I. Companions of the Prophet (Sahaba) Shaikh Abu Bakr al Siddique, Shaikh Umar bin Khattab, Shaikh Usman bin Affan, Shaikh Ali bin Talib, Shaikh Abu Obaida bin Jarrah, Shaikh Amr bin al Aas, Shaikh Salman Farsi, Shaikh Bilal bin Rabah, Shaikh Abu Hurairah, Shaikh Abdullah bin Masood, Shaikh Khalid bin Waleed, Shaikh Abu Dhar Ghaffari. J. Islamic Tradition Celebration of Eid Miladun Nabi, importance of 15th night of Shaban, 27th of Rajab and Night of Qadr, importance of 10th of Ashura and martyrdom of Imam Hussain, concept of Quran Khawani and Dua for deceased Muslims.!2

4 K. Muslim Scholars and Awlia Imam Abu Hanifa, Imam Bukhari, Imam Muslim, Imam Dawood, Imam Tirmidhi, Shaikh Abdul Qadir Jeelani,Shaikh Khawaja Gharib Nawaz, Shaikh Baba Fariduddin, Imam Jalaluddin Suyuti, Imam Ghazali, Makhdoom Ashraf Jahangeer Simnani, Mujaddid Alf Sani, Imam Ahmed Raza Khan, Sadrus Sharia Amjad Ali. L. Comparative Religion I Introduction of Christianity, its basic concept, highlighting its major points of deviation from the righteous path, few proofs of alteration in new Testament. II. Introduction of Judaism, its basic concept and history, few proofs of alteration in old Testament. III. Introduction of Hinduism and basic concept only.!3

5 ACHIEVEMENT The way to achieve the above aims, HWS has a six-year strong educational plan. It is based on two major steps: Islamic Studies Diploma in Alim/Alima Islamic Studies: A.Prek & Kindergarten B.1st Grade & 2nd Grade C.3rd & 4th Grade D.5ht & 6th Grade Diploma in Alim/Alima: E.7th and 8th Grade F. 9th Grade and Above Bridge Course: It is designed for those who are not coming from the lower level of HWS or could not complete it. Through this program, they will be able to catch the required level of education for intended classes. Usually, this special bridge course will be for two months, however, not every student of this program has to attend full classes. With the recommendation of the teacher, a student may stop it at any time. During attending this course, every student must keep on attending their regular classes based on their grade levels too. Parent are required to pay extra fee for it. Fees: Registration fee is $50. Monthly donation is $50/Student, however parents having more than one child get a discount. Required books are available at the office with moderate prices.!4

6 REGISTRATION 1. Registration: Muslims are encouraged to register their children in HWS according to the following schedule. a. By mail - For existing students, usually done in July/August. b. Online - For new and existing students, however, new students applications are not considered approved until they meet the principal. c. In person- Admission forms are available on the front desk of Jama Mecca Masjid during July/August. Note: Though July and August are supposed to be the admission period, however in an unusual circumstances, principal or chairman may allow some students to join the class during academic year. 2. Placements: After primary registration, all new students are required to go through placement test to confirm their ability for the needed level. In case of unsatisfied result, they will be placed in Bridge Course (BC) as it is described earlier. A. 1st Level for ages 4 to 5 (Every student is welcome without any test) B. 2nd Level for ages 6 to 7 (Must clear previous class or/and BC) C. 3rd Level for ages 8 to 9 ((Must clear previous class or/and BC) D. 4th Level for ages 10 to 11 (Must clear previous class or/and BC) E. 5th Level for above 12 (They must enrol in July, so as they join Summer school and get ready for the needed requirement of the level.!5

7 1. Prek-Kindergarten Holy Quran CURRICULUM Subject Books Topics Reding Quranic Qaida Alphabets, Fatha, Dhamma, Kasra, Tanween Writing Alphabets Poem Handout Any two short Islamic poem Islamic Studies Subject Books Topic Memorization Quran Chapter 103, 108, 112, 113, 114 Islamic Supplications Handouts Sleeping, getting up, eating, drinking, entering masjid and exiting from it, appreciating, thanking, forgiveness, express sorrow, entering restroom and coming out, Tasbeeh in Ruku and Sajdah Any two short Islamic poems Coloring Handouts Holy Kaba, Holy Madinah, Holy Masjid-e-Quds, Islamic monuments Islamic Manners Handouts Saying Salam, obeying parents, teachers and elders, importance of masjid Islamic Law Handouts Name of daily Salah and way of making row, standing, Ruku, Sajdah and sitting during prayer!6

8 2. 1st Grade - 2nd Grade Holy Quran Subject Books Topics Reding Quranic Qaida Joining techniques with Jazm and Shadda, Finishing Qaida Writing 50 small words like: اب ام اخ رجل اخت Quranic Message Essence of the Quran Whole Book Islamic Studies Subject Books Topic Memorization Quran Chapter 95,97,101,102,105,106,107, 109,110,111 Islamic Law Biography Islamic Manners Islamic Supplications Prophets in the Quran Message of Hadith Traveling, sneezing and its response, eating as as guest, seeing sick, Dua for sick, After drinking Zamzam, fasting and breaking it, making you sleep, Azan and Iqama Making Wudu, Azan and Iqamah practically without discussing any rule Whole book Rights of parents, children, relatives, neighbors, orphan, widow, needy, religious scholars, pious and elders, servants, animal, general muslims!7

9 3. 3rd Grade - 4th Grade Holy Quran Subject Books Topics Reding 30th Section Last 20 chapters Writing Hand outs Names of family members, organs of the body in Arabic Islamic Studies Subject Books Topic Memorization Quran Chapter 96,97,98,99,100 Authentic way or Prayer Sana, Attahiyaat, Drood Ibrahimi, Dua, Dau-e-Qunoot, Aayatul Kursi, Dua after Adhan, 5 Quranic Dua Islamic Law Ibadah Authentic Way of Prayer Message of Hadith Rules related to Wudu, Ghusl, Tayammum, Azan, Row Significance of Prayer, Fasting, Zakah, Hajj Islamic Manners Same book Protection of tongue, modesty, kindness, cleanliness, keeping promise, truthfulness, courtesy, patience, dealing with justice, generosity!8

10 4. 5th Grade - 6th Grade Holy Quran Subject Books Topics Reding Holy Quran According to level of student Writing Hand outs Names of vegetables, fruits and foods in Arabic Islamic Studies Subject Books Topic Memorization Quran Chapter 85,86,88,89,90,91,92,93,94 Islamic months and days Islamic Law Aqeeda Authentic Way of Prayer Fundamentals beliefs by Dr. Ghulam Zarquani Leftover pre-requisites of the Prayer, Faraiz, Wajebaat, Makroohat of the Prayer, Juma, Eid and Janazah prayer Whole book Islamic Manners Message of the Quran Telling lies, backbiting, ridiculing, boasting and arrogance, extravagance, embezzlement, miserliness, slander, stealing and cheating, alcoholism, bribery, gambling, riba, aggression and violence Biography Handout Shaikh Abu Bakr, Shaikh Umar bin Khattab, Shaikh Usman bin Affan, Shaikh Ali bin abi Talib, Shaikh Abu Obaidah bin Jarrah, shaikh Amr bin Al Aas, Shaikh Salman farsi, Shaikh Bilal bin Rabah, Shaikh abu Hurairah, Shaikh Abdullah bin Masood, Shaikh Khalid bin Waleed, Shaikh Abu Dhar Gaffari.!9

11 Diploma in Alim/Alima 5. 7th Grade - 8th Grade (First Year) Holy Quran Subject Books Topics Reding Holy Quran According to the level of student Islamic Studies Subject Books Topic Memorization Holy Quran Chapter 79,80,81,82,83,84 Islamic Law Seerah Islamic Manners Arabic Language Message of Hadith by Dr. Ghulam Zarquani Authentic Way of Fasting and Zakah Muhammad the Prophet of Islam by Allama Abdul Mustafa Azmi Jaa al Haq by Shaikh Ahmed Yaar Khan naimi Lisanul Firdaus by Allama Arshadul Quadri One on each topics; salam, shaking hands, visiting grave, visiting an ill, honoring guest, visiting Madinah, virtues of prayer, Jamat Prayer, Adhan, Juma Prayer, Fasting, Zakat, Hajj Whole book World before the birth of Prophet Muhammad (Peace be upon him), his birth, early age, announcement of prophethood, Life in Holy Makkah, Isra and Meraj, Migration, Battle of Badr and Uhad, Conquest of Makkah, Farewell Hajj and death Celebration of Eid Miladun Nabi, Importance of 15th night of Shaban, 27th of Rajab, night of Qadr, 10th of Muharram, concept of Quran recitation for deceased Muslims. Note: Above topics would be discussed with authentic evidences. Complete Volume 1!10

12 5. 7th Grade - 8th Grade (Second Year) Holy Quran Subject Books Topics Reding Holy Quran According to the level of student Tafseer Marifatut Tajweed by Shaikh Ahmed Zia Khazan ul Irfan Sadrul Afazil Shaikh Naimuddin Basic Tajweed Chapter 1, , 36 Islamic Studies Islamic Law Subject Books Topic Halal and Haram by Dr. Ghulam Zarquani Whole book Comparative Religion Handouts * Introduction of Christianity, Its basic concept highlighting its major points of deviation from the righteous path, Few proofs of alteration in new Testament. * Introduction of Judaism, Its basic concept and history, Few proofs of alteration in old Testament. * Introduction of Hinduism and basic concept only. Biography Handouts Imam Abu Hanifa, Imam Bukhari, Imam Muslim, Imam Dawood, Imam Tirmidhi, Shaikh Abdul Qadir Jeelani,Shaikh Khawaja Gharib Nawaz, Shaikh Baba Fariduddin, Imam Jalaluddin Suyuti, Imam Ghazali, Makhdoom Ashraf Jahangeer Simnani, Mujaddid Alf Sani, Imam Ahmed Raza Khan, Sadrus Sharia Amjad Ali.!11

13 Arabic Language Lisanul Firdaus by Dr. Ghulam Zarquani Volume 2 partially as much as possible Science of Hadith Handout Definition of classification of Hadith, concept of Isnad, Rajal-e-Hadith, types of Hadith books Science of Fiqh Handout Bases of Fiqh;Quran, Hadith, Analogy and consensus, Fard, Wajib, Suunah Muakkadah, Sunnah Ghair Muakkadah, Mustahab,Mubah, Makrooh Tahrimi, Makrooh Tanzihi,!12

14 CLASS SCHEDULE Every Sunday First Period 10:30-11:00am Second Period 11:00-11:40am Break 11:40-12:20pm Third period 12:20-1:00pm Fourth Period 1:00-1:40pm Midterm Exam: Third Sunday of December (December 17, 2017) Final Exam: 2nd Sunday of May (May 13, 2018) Graduation Ceremony and Certificate Distribution: 3rd Sunday of May (May 20, 2018) Summer Break: June, July and August 2018 Note: For exact days, one may see the academic calendar of HWS. Note: Parents may enroll their kids in Summer Islamic School, organized by Jama Mecca Masjid every year.!13

15 RULES AND REGULATIONS 1. Parents should drop their children ten minutes before school timing. Early dropping may result in supervision of the teacher. As well as they are advised to make Zuhr prayer at the masjid, so they can pick up their children on time. 2. Students must maintain discipline of HWS and follow the instructions of teachers and school staffs. Any damage or breaking caused by the students will be compensated from the parents. 3. Boys should wear black pants/pajama and white shirts/qameez, with a cap on the head. 4. Girls should wear black pants/pajama and white shirts/qameez, with a white scarf on the head. 5. Eating inside Masjid is not allowed. If students are bringing snacks for the break, they should eat them in the dining area outside of the masjid. 6. Fees are due ahead of the current month. You may enroll in auto-pay program through your bank account or your credit cards. For more informations, please feel free to contact principal of HWS. 7. While paying by check, it should be payable to Jama Mecca Masjid. 8. Payers of fees are advised to get the receipt of their payment.!14

16 ACADEMIC CALENDAR!15

17 REGISTRATION FORM Hijaz Foundation of America, Inc Jama Mecca Masjid beechnut St, Houston TX HIJAZ WEEKEND SCHOOL Name of Student: Last First Date of Birth: (MM/DD/YY) Grade Level: Address: City: State: Zip: Home Phone: ( ) Cell: ( ) Parent/Guardian: Last First Parent/Guardian: Last First Applying for Course Name: Mode of Payment of Free: By (Check) (Cash) (Check-o-Matic) Emergency Contact Person: Cell: Emergency Contact Person: Cell: Primary Care Doctor: Cell: I, (student name) will abide by the rules and regulations of Hijaz Weekend School. Student Signature Date Parent Signature Date!16