Weekly News & Learning
April 17, 2026
Principal's Message
NISL Soccer Teams Off to an Undefeated Start!
Dear NISL Families,
We are excited to share wonderful news about our NISL Soccer Program!
Our NISL soccer teams have joined the YMCA Youth Soccer League this season. Through this partnership, our students are able to officially compete with other YMCA soccer teams and gain valuable opportunities to build teamwork, sportsmanship, confidence, and physical fitness while representing NISL in the wider community.
This season, we have two NISL teams practicing once a week at NISL and then competing against different YMCA teams:
- Honeybees (U7 Coed Team): PreK–1st Grade, practicing on Tuesdays
- Bumblebees (U9 Boys Team): 2nd–3rd Grade, practicing on Thursdays
The first game of the season against other YMCA teams was on March 28 and the second was April 3rd. We are so proud to share that both teams have won both games!
Our next game is this Saturday, April 18th at the Southeast YMCA branch! All families are welcome to join to watch and show support to our bees!
Our students have shown strong teamwork, determination, and excellent sportsmanship on the field. Check out the schedule of all of our games and join us!
We would like to give special recognition to Coach Nouna, who coaches our teams with dedication and enthusiasm each week and who coordinated this partnership with the YMCA. We are also incredibly grateful to the many parents who have been attending games and stepping in to help and support the teams. Your involvement has made a big difference for our students and you are helping NISL shine in the wider community!
We are so proud of our young athletes and the positive spirit they bring to the field. Programs like this help our students grow not only in athletic skills but also in confidence, teamwork, and character.
We encourage families to come out this weekend and cheer on our Honeybees and Bumblebees!
Go Honeybees! Go Bumblebees!
Important Reminder: Attendance Matters – Only 25 Days Left!
As we enter the final stretch of the school year with only 25 school days remaining, we kindly urge all parents to make sure their children attend school every single day, insha’Allah.
The month of May is packed with critical end-of-year screeners, assessments, and standardized testing. These evaluations help us measure student growth, guide future instruction, inform student placement for next year's courses, and fulfill academic requirements. In addition, students are looking forward to special end-of-year activities that are best enjoyed with full class participation.
Please Note: There will be no early testing or make-up opportunities for standardized tests and assessments that are missed due to travel.
To ensure your child does not miss important assessments, please schedule all appointments outside of school hours and carefully review the monthly calendars sent home and posted online.
Upcoming Assessments and Screeners – Mark Your Calendars!
SRSS-IE Behavior Screeners Grades: K–12
Acadience Math Screener Grades: K–6
Islamic Studies Standardized Test (ISST) Grades: 2nd–8th
i-Ready Diagnostic Assessment Grades: 9th–12th
PreACT 8/9 Grades: 8th–9th
PreACT Grades: 10th–11th
May 4 – May 8
i-Ready Diagnostic Assessment Grades: K–8th
PAST, BPST III, Writing Assessments Grades: K–3rd
AP Exams* Grades: 9th–12th
Mishkah University Dual Credit Course Finals* Grades: 9th–12th
May 11 – May 15
TerraNova 3 Standardized Assessment Grades: K–8th
AP Exams* Grades: 9th–12th
*Please see the high school calendar for exact dates and times for each exam
School Calendar 2026-2027 (board approved)
REMINDER: We Need Your Feedback! – Parent Surveys Closing April 24!
As part of our commitment to ongoing school improvement, we invite all parents to complete our annual surveys. Your feedback helps us refine our school improvement plans and ensure we are meeting the needs of our students and families. We kindly ask every family to complete two surveys by April 24:
CISNA Islamic Identity Parent Survey
Sincerely,
Aisha Blagaia
Principal
Uniform Reminders
Tuesday, April 21 4pm - 6pm @ NISL High School
Wednesday, April 22 @10AM - 2PM Six Mile Campus
- Saturday, April 18: Arabic Spelling Bee (grades 3-5)
- Monday, April 20:
- Boys' (4th-5th) puberty & hygiene class
- Boys' (6th-8th) reproduction/sexual health class
- Tuesday, April 21: Art Exhibition 4PM-6PM (High School: 8005 New Lagrange Road, 40220)
- Wednesday, April 22: Give Me a Game
- Saturday, April 25: Arabic Spelling Bee (grades 6-8)
- April 27 - April 29: Acadience Math & ISST Assessment Week; iReady week (high school only)
- Thursday, April 30: Field Trip (K-8) - Movie "Time Hoppers"
...inshaAllah
Rubeena's Art Corner
Abu Huraira reported: The Prophet, peace and blessings be upon him, said,
“Whoever does not thank people has not thanked Allah.”
Source: Sunan Abī Dāwūd 4811
عَنْ أَبِي هُرَيْرَةَ عَنِ النَّبِيِّ صَلَّى اللهُ عَلَيْهِ وَسَلَّمَ قَالَ لاَ يَشْكُرُ اللَّهَ مَنْ لاَ يَشْكُرُ النَّاسَ
4811 سنن أبي داود كتاب الأدب باب في شكر المعروف
- Sr. Nour A. (K) and Sr. Amani (1st). Without your daily assistance for all kindergarten through second grade students (K-2), we would not be able to serve lunches so quickly. We really are grateful to both of you! (Sr. Jamila)
- Shoutout to the best high school team 💙 I just want to say how much I appreciate all of you. Thank you for checking in on me, sending kind messages, and especially for stepping up to cover my classes during a really difficult time. That kind of support doesn’t go unnoticed. I’m so grateful to be part of a team that truly shows up for each other. You all made a hard time a little easier, and I won’t forget it! Thank you! (Sr. Hanane)
- Sr. Fatima Blata for her diligence in following school policies and procedures--even for staff kids. Your integrity keeps all of our kids safe. I appreciate and respect you immensely! (Sr. Zainab)
What's For Lunch in April?
Barakah Store
Donate to our Barakah Store!
Our school-wide Barakah Store is one of the ways we reinforce positive behavior, effort, and character across both our K-8 and high school campuses. Students work hard to earn their Barakah Bucks, and they take great pride in saving and spending them on meaningful rewards.
We are kindly asking for your support in donating items to help restock our stores. You may:
• Purchase items directly from our Amazon Wish List link
• Donate new items of your choice that are high value and motivating for students
Our students range in age from 5 to 18 years old, so items that appeal across elementary, middle, and high school levels are greatly appreciated.
Thank you for helping us continue building a culture of excellence, responsibility, and positive character.
May Allah reward you for supporting our students.
Upcoming Learning
Reminders/Notes
📚Homework is given on Friday and is due the following Friday.
ELAR/Islamic St./Math/Social St./Science/SEL - Sr. Nour Aljalab
🕗 8:00 AM – 9:30 AM
This week in ELA, we will focus on Knowledge Domain 8: Seasons and Weather. Through stories, discussions, and activities, students will build their listening comprehension, vocabulary, and speaking skills while learning about weather and the four seasons.
In Phonics, we will focus on vowel teams: ai, ay, oi, oy, ou, and ow. Students will practice recognizing these patterns, reading words that include them, and applying them in simple sentences.
🌙 Islamic Studies
🕛 12:00 PM – 12:45 PM
This week, we will focus on building good character and strengthening our connection with Allah. Students will learn and practice daily duas and understand when to use them throughout their day.
We will also focus on good manners, such as being kind, respectful, and honest with others. Students will be reminded that Allah loves when we do good deeds, and we will practice using kind words and helping those around us.
➗ Math
🕤 9:30 AM – 11:00 AM
(Snack/Bathroom Break: 9:30–9:45)
Unit 7: Teen Numbers and Shapes and focus on building and recognizing different shapes.
This week, we will learn about 2D and 3D shapes. Students will identify flat shapes like circles and squares, and solid shapes like cubes and spheres. We will also practice describing shapes by their sides, corners, and if they can roll or stack.
Science/SEL/Social Studies
🕤 12:45 PM – 1:30 PM💛 Social-Emotional Learning
Building Confidence & Responsibility 🌟Students will practice being confident and independent by following directions, making good choices, and using kind words. We will remind them that mistakes are okay and help them keep trying.
🌍 Social Studies – My Community Helpers
Rules and Responsibilities
Students will learn about rules at school and at home. They will understand why rules are important for safety and fairness. Students will practice being responsible by following classroom rules, taking turns, and helping others. They will also learn that being responsible makes them good members of the community.
Qur'an/Arabic - Sr. Bothaina Ali
Topic: Lesson 11 - Read the words with shaddah; Surah Ash Sharah
Recognize the shape of a Shaddah.
Identify the place of the Shaddah in words and on letters.
Pronounce each letter of the alphabet with a Shaddah correctly.
Be able break the letter with a Shaddah on it into two letters: one with Sukoon and one with a Harakah.
Get to know the beauty of the sound of a Shaddah.
Practice: Surah Ash Sharh
Homework: worksheet
Physical Education- Sr. Nouna Bouzelmat
PE
Give me a game practice:
Physical Objectives
Improve cardiovascular endurance through continuous movement
Develop strength (upper body, lower body, and core)
Enhance agility, balance, and coordination
Increase speed and reaction time
Skill-Based Objectives
Practice movement skills such as jumping, crawling, climbing, and running
Improve body control and spatial awareness
Follow directions and sequences through different stations
Lesson 02:
- Skill: I will use the inside of my feet to dribble safely throughout the activity area.
- Cognitive: Cognitive student target
- Fitness: I will talk about how foot dribbling is both the same as and different from other types of dribbling using vocabulary words we’ve learned in today’s and previous lessons.
- Personal & Social Responsibility: I will accept feedback from my teacher in order to improve and be successful.
Technology/Art - Sr. Rubeena Valappil
Technology
Unit 9: Simple Coding Concepts
Lesson 3: Happy Maps
Students will practice simple coding skills by creating step-by-step instructions (algorithms) for everyday tasks. They will also follow programs made by others and learn to find and fix mistakes (bugs) in a fun and engaging way.
Art
Spring Garden with Butterflies
Students will design a colorful spring garden with flowers and butterflies. This fun activity builds artistic skills and encourages imagination.
ELAR/Islamic St./Math/Social St./Science/SEL- Sr. Amani Aljalab
REMINDERS & NOTES
📌 Parent Reminder
Homework is given on Friday and is due the following Friday.
📝 Spelling words:
car, mark, art, far, hard, part, chair, sheep, start, arch📚 Language Arts
Amplify
📚 Language Arts (Amplify Skills 7)
Lesson 12: Review conjunctions and long vowel spelling
Lesson 13: Introduction to instructional writing
Lesson 14: Writing steps in order (sequencing)
Lesson 15: Spelling review and assessment
Lesson 16: Instructional writing (planning and drafting)
📖 Amplify Knowledge
Unit 10 Review
Unit 10 Assessment on Tuesday
Unit 11: Frontier Explorers
Lesson 1: Daniel Boone and the Opening of the West
Lesson 2: Crossing the Appalachian Mountains
Lesson 3: Jefferson and Monroe
🕌 Islamic Studies
Unit E Test (Monday)
Akhlaq Project:
Practicing good manners at school, at home, and in the community
Students will be learning and applying positive behavior in their daily life
📘 Math
(iReady – Unit 6)
Review of:
Shapes
Equal parts
Telling time
Comparing and measuring length
Money
Unit 6 Test (Thursday)
Small groups and support based on student needs
Focus on geometry: 2D shapes, 3D shapes, and basic angles
Science
Amplify (Spinning Earth, Chapter 5)
Lesson 5.1: A Walk Through the Seasons
Seasons and daylight changes
📚 Social Studies – Full Book Review
Vocabulary review (all chapters)
Mini vocabulary books & competition
💛 Social-Emotional Learning / Islamic Studies
Lesson 102: Keep the Promise
Responsibility and good manners
Qur'an/Arabic - Sr. Bothaina Ali
Topic: Lesson 14 (Al Mudud) long vowels (alif/waw/yaa); Surah Al-Humazah
Recognize the place of the Alif Maqsura in words.
Get to know the beauty of the sound of the Alif Almad.
Recognize the Harakah that comes before Al-Waw Al-Mamdudah and Al-Yaa’a Al-Mamdudah.
Know the difference between Al-Yaa’a Al-Layyinah and Al-Yaa’a Al-Mamdudah.
Write words from the Quran.
Practice surah Al humazah.
Physical Education- Sr. Nouna Bouzelmat
PE
Give me a game practice:
Physical Objectives
Improve cardiovascular endurance through continuous movement
Develop strength (upper body, lower body, and core)
Enhance agility, balance, and coordination
Increase speed and reaction time
Skill-Based Objectives
Practice movement skills such as jumping, crawling, climbing, and running
Improve body control and spatial awareness
Follow directions and sequences through different stations
Lesson 02:
- Skill: I will use the inside of my feet to dribble safely throughout the activity area.
- Cognitive: Cognitive student target
- Fitness: I will talk about how foot dribbling is both the same as and different from other types of dribbling using vocabulary words we’ve learned in today’s and previous lessons.
- Personal & Social Responsibility: I will accept feedback from my teacher in order to improve and be successful.
Technology/Art - Sr. Rubeena Valappil
Technology
Unit 9: Simple Coding Concepts
Lesson 3: Happy Maps
Students will practice simple coding skills by creating step-by-step instructions (algorithms) for everyday tasks. They will also follow programs made by others and learn to find and fix mistakes (bugs) in a fun and engaging way.
Art
Spring Garden with Butterflies
Students will design a colorful spring garden with flowers and butterflies. This fun activity builds artistic skills and encourages imagination.
REMINDERS & NOTES
Homework
Raz Kids Reading
ELA homework
- Assigned: Monday, April 20
- Due: Friday, April 24
Spelling test: Friday April 24
Math/Social Studies/Science - Sr. Mebarka
Math
Unit 4: Length: Measurement, Addition and Subtraction, and Line Plots
Lesson 23: Estimate and Measure Length
Lesson 24: Compare Lengths
Lesson 25: Add and Subtract Lengths
The quiz will include Lessons 23 and 24 during the week
Social studies
Lesson 6: Our Environment
Lesson 7: Earth's Resources
Lesson 8: Moving Ideas, People, and things
The quiz will include Lessons 6 and 7, and there will be another quiz on Lesson 8 during the week.
ELAR/Sr. Noor Hassouneh
English Language Arts & Reading
Lesson 1: Spelling Alternatives: Introduce /er/ › ‘er’, ‘ir’, and ‘ur’
Lesson 2: Spelling Alternatives: Review /er/ › ‘er’, ‘ir’, and ‘ur’
Islamic Studies - Sr. Sakina Imtiaz
This week, students will review and practice sample questions for their Islamic Studies standardized test. We will also be doing quizzes in class to reinforce learning and build confidence.
Qur'an/Arabic - Sr. Lamya Abdalghani
Bidaya Book
The Two-Words Articulation page 70-74
Read two connected Qur’anic words correctly.
Pronounce letters clearly when moving from one word to the next.
Practice smooth and correct articulation (Makharij).
Quran Surat Al Takathur memorization
Social Emotional Learning/Physical Education- Sr. Nouna Bouzelmat
PE
Give me a game practice:
Physical Objectives
Improve cardiovascular endurance through continuous movement
Develop strength (upper body, lower body, and core)
Enhance agility, balance, and coordination
Increase speed and reaction time
Skill-Based Objectives
Practice movement skills such as jumping, crawling, climbing, and running
Improve body control and spatial awareness
Follow directions and sequences through different stations
Lesson 02:
- Skill: I will use the inside of my feet to dribble safely throughout the activity area.
- Cognitive: Cognitive student target
- Fitness: I will talk about how foot dribbling is both the same as and different from other types of dribbling using vocabulary words we’ve learned in today’s and previous lessons.
- Personal & Social Responsibility: I will accept feedback from my teacher in order to improve and be successful.
HEALTH
- Understand what it means to be honest with ourselves.
- Learn how our bodies feel when we tell the truth.
- Discover how to use Self-Talk to stay positive.
- Practice being honest about our daily choices.
Technology/Art - Sr. Rubeena Valappil
Technology
Unit 9: Simple Coding Concepts
Lesson 5: Programming with Harvester
Students will plan and sequence movements to solve puzzles, translate actions into simple coding commands, and identify and fix errors (bugs) in programs.
Art
Easy Watercolor Bubbles Kids Art Painting
Students will create colorful bubble paintings using watercolor. They will practice blending colors, using circular shapes, and improving fine motor skills while exploring creativity.
ELAR/Math/Social Studies/Science - Ms. Kristen Kinne
REMINDERS & NOTES
Spelling Words
ghost neighbor high knew knot unknown rewrap wrong written wrapper unwrap climb limb gnaw gnat
ELA
Unit 7 Astronomy: Our Solar System and Beyond
Lesson 13 Reader's Theater: Nicolaus Copernicus
- Demonstrate comprehension of a text read aloud about Nicolaus Copernicus.
- Collaborate to write a narrative script based on informational text about Nicolaus Copernicus.
- Read narrative text aloud with accuracy, appropriate rate, and expression.
Lesson 14: What is it like in Space?
- Compare and contrast two texts about the moon landing and what it’s like in space.
- Read narrative text aloud during a Reader’s Theater about Nicolaus Copernicus.
- Use the meaning of suffixes to choose the correct word in sentences.
Lesson 15: The Space Shuttle
- Work collaboratively to make connections between sentences in text about the space shuttle and explain their ideas and reasoning.
- Demonstrate comprehension of an informational text about the space shuttle.
- Make connections between sentences in paragraphs from text about Jupiter.
- Write a brief informational paragraph using words that connect the sentences together in a logical sequence.
Friday
- Spelling Test
- Writing: Cursive
- BOOK CLUB: Discuss next 4 chapters in Class Read Aloud
MATH
Unit 4 Fractions: Equivalence and Comparison, Measurement and Data
- UNIT REVIEW: Monday-Thursday
- Unit Test FRIDAY
SOCIAL STUDIES
Chapter 8 Celebrating our Communities
- Lesson 1 People and Cultures
- Lesson 2: Culture Through the Arts
- Lesson 3 Cultural Celebrations
Chapter 7 Test THURSDAY
Islamic Studies - Sr. Sakina Imtiaz
This week, students will review and practice sample questions for their Islamic Studies standardized test. We will also be doing quizzes in class to reinforce learning and build confidence.
Qur'an/Arabic - Sr. Lamya Abdalghani
Complete Qaidah Normal Madd
Define Normal Madd
Identify it in the Qur’an
Read it correctly (2 harakāt)
Madd means stretching the sound.
Normal Madd = 2 counts (harakāt).
Letters: ا ، و ، ي
Quran Surat Al Gashiyah Reading
Social Emotional Learning/Health/PE- Sr. Nouna Bouzelmat
Give me a game practice:
Physical Objectives
Improve cardiovascular endurance through continuous movement
Develop strength (upper body, lower body, and core)
Enhance agility, balance, and coordination
Increase speed and reaction time
Skill-Based Objectives
Practice movement skills such as jumping, crawling, climbing, and running
Improve body control and spatial awareness
Follow directions and sequences through different stations
Lesson 02
- Skill: I will use the inside of my feet to dribble safely throughout the activity area.
- Cognitive: Cognitive student target
- Fitness: I will talk about how foot dribbling is both the same as and different from other types of dribbling using vocabulary words we’ve learned in today’s and previous lessons.
- Personal & Social Responsibility: I will accept feedback from my teacher in order to improve and be successful.
Technology/Art - Sr. Rubeena Valappil
Technology
Unit 9: Simple Coding Concepts
Lesson 5: Programming with Harvester
Students will plan and sequence movements to solve puzzles, translate actions into simple coding commands, and identify and fix errors (bugs) in programs
Art
Lavender Bloom Art
In this lesson, students will explore creativity by painting lavender blooms using cotton swabs. This activity helps improve fine motor skills and encourages appreciation for the beauty of nature.
Homework
Raz Kids Reading
ELA homework
- Assigned: Monday, April 20
- Due: Friday, April 24
Spelling test: Friday April 24
ELA/Social Studies/Science - Sr. Noor Hassouneh
English Language Arts
Unit 7 American Revolution
Lesson 1
The French and Indian War Brings Change
Science/Social Studies
Math - Sr. Mebarka Aftis
Unit 4: Fractions, Decimals, and Measurement
Addition, Subtraction, and Multiplication
Lesson 24: Multiply Fractions by Whole Numbers
Lesson 21: Add and Subtract Mixed Numbers
Lesson 18: Compare Fractions
The quizzes will be during the week, inshaAllah.
Islamic Studies - Sr. Sakina Imtiaz
This week, students will review and practice sample questions for their Islamic Studies standardized test. We will also be doing quizzes in class to reinforce learning and build confidence.
Qur'an/Arabic - Sr. Lamya Abdalghani
Lesson: 2d (pages 105-108)
Define Madd Lāzim.
Identify Madd Lāzim in Qur’anic words.
Differentiate between the types of Madd Lāzim.
Read words containing Madd Lāzim correctly with 6 counts.
Quran Surat Abasa memorization
Quran surat Abasa Reading
Quran surat Al Mutafifen memorizing
Social Emotional Learning/Health/PE- Sr. Nouna Bouzelmat
PE
Give me a game practice:
Physical Objectives
Improve cardiovascular endurance through continuous movement
Develop strength (upper body, lower body, and core)
Enhance agility, balance, and coordination
Increase speed and reaction time
Skill-Based Objectives
Practice movement skills such as jumping, crawling, climbing, and running
Improve body control and spatial awareness
Follow directions and sequences through different stations
Objective
- Skill: I will use the inside of my feet to dribble safely throughout the activity area.
- Cognitive: Cognitive student target
- Fitness: I will talk about how foot dribbling is both the same as and different from other types of dribbling using vocabulary words we’ve learned in today’s and previous lessons.
- Personal & Social Responsibility: I will accept feedback from my teacher in order to improve and be successful.
HEALTH
Getting along with others using social/ emotional positive action
Understand what a Code of Conduct is and why it matters.
Explain how rules keep us safe and make things fair.
Explore our classroom values like honesty and responsibility.
Practice choosing actions that follow our code.
Technology/Art - Sr. Rubeena Valappil
Technology
Unit 9: Simple Coding Concepts
Lesson 5: Programming with Harvester
Students will plan and sequence movements to solve puzzles, translate actions into simple coding commands, and identify and fix errors (bugs) in programs
Art
Outdoor Observation Drawing
Students will be able to observe nature carefully and draw what they see using shapes, lines, and details.
REMINDERS & NOTES
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ELA/Math/Social Studies/Science - Ms. Wofford
English Language Arts
Unit 8: Native Americans
- Lesson 14: The Ghost Dance
- Lesson 15: Unit A
Unit: 9 Chemical Matterssessment
- Lesson 1: Entering the Badlands
- Lesson 2: Scientific Stories
Objectives
- Reading: Quote accurately from the text to explain its setting and scientific content.
- Writing: Write detailed descriptions of the physical properties of objects.
Math
Unit: 4 Measurement, Data, and Geometry
Lesson 28 - Understand Categories of Two-Dimensional Figures
- Explore the idea that a two-dimensional figure can belong to more than one category.
- Understand that two-dimensional figures belonging to a subcategory have all the attributes of any category that includes the subcategory
Science
Science Review
Chapters:1-2
Prep: Vocabulary, Skills, and Testing
Islamic Studies - Sr. Sakina Imtiaz
Students will be reviewing and practicing for the Islamic Studies Standardized Test (ISST) over the coming days.
They will revise key areas including Aqidah (beliefs), Fiqh (worship practices), Akhlaq (manners), and Qur’an (recitation and memorization). In class, students will participate in review lessons, practice activities, and recitation to strengthen their understanding and confidence.
We encourage you to support your child at home by reviewing the study material.
Qur'an/Arabic - Sr. Lamya Abdalghani
Lesson: 20d (pages 105-108)
Define Madd Lāzim.
Identify Madd Lāzim in Qur’anic words.
Differentiate between the types of Madd Lāzim.
Read words containing Madd Lāzim correctly with 6 counts.
Quran Surat Abasa memorization
Quran surat Abasa Reading
Quran surat Al Mutafifen memorizing
Social Emotional Learning/Health/PE- Sr. Nouna Bouzelmat
PE
Give me a game practice:
Physical Objectives
Improve cardiovascular endurance through continuous movement
Develop strength (upper body, lower body, and core)
Enhance agility, balance, and coordination
Increase speed and reaction time
Skill-Based Objectives
Practice movement skills such as jumping, crawling, climbing, and running
Improve body control and spatial awareness
Follow directions and sequences through different stations
Lesson 02: Finish the national and presidential fitness aword testing HEALTH: Treat others the way you want to be treated, learn that we like to be treated with friendliness, so we smile and we are friendly to others, which is a positive action that helps us feel good about our self.
Technology/Art - Sr. Rubeena Valappil
Technology
Unit 8: Simple Coding ConceptsClassic Maze Coding
Students will learn what coding and computer science mean, create simple programs using block-based coding, and practice debugging by finding and fixing mistakes in their code
Art
Watercolor Dandelion Art
Students will create a colorful watercolor dandelion using blended colors and black lines.
REMINDERS & NOTES
Arabic - Homework for the assigned memorization Surah is due on Monday, April 27.
Please make sure your child is prepared so I can listen to them.
Social Studies-
Test on Section 1: The Andes and the Pampas (Chapter Atlas) on Monday, April 20.
We will review the section together in class to ensure students understand it well.
English Language Arts - Sr. Shahieda Sallie
6E - Summer of the Mariposas
Sub-Unit 1: Summer of the Mariposas
Lesson 6: Symbolism and the Butterfly
Lesson 7: Working with Theme #1 - A Faily Lost?
Lesson 8: Ignoring the Warning Signs
Lesson 9: The Odyssey Comparison
OBJECTIVES:
Determine the meaning of words and phrases
Determine a theme or central idea of a text.
Compare and contrast texts in different forms or genres
Islamic Studies - Br. Ammar Shaikh
As part of our continued preparation for the Islamic Studies Standardized Test (ISST), students will be reviewing sample questions to become familiar with the format and expectations.
This practice will help strengthen their understanding across key areas and build confidence as they prepare, inshaAllah.
Leadership/Character - Br. Ammar Shaikh
NA
Math - Sr. Matou Amar
Unit 5: Algebraic Thinking: Equivalent Expressions and Equations with Variables.
The end of Unit 5 Assessment will be on Monday.
Unit 6: Positive and Negative Numbers: Absolute Value, Inequalities, and the Coordinate Plane.
Lesson 23: Understand Positive and Negative Numbers
Session 1 homework is due on Wednesday.
Session 2 homework is due on Thursday.
Friday: Practice for iReady and Terra Nova
Quran/Arabic - Sr. Walaa Musleh
🌙 Lesson 15a: Surah Al-Nasr
Understand the meaning of Surah Al-Nasr
Watch the video and summarize it
Know it is the last complete Surah revealed
Learn that Islam spread and people accepted it freely
Memorize the meaning of the Surah
A quiz will be given after we finish
Science - Br. Omar Mahran
Chapter 2: Using Models as Evidence
- Lesson 2.1: “Investigating Landforms on Venus”
- Lesson 2.2: Modeling a Geologic Process
- Lesson 2.3: Gathering Additional Evidence from Models
Social Studies - Sr. Walaa Musleh
🌎 Chapter 6: The Andes and the Pampas – Section 2: History of the Andes and the Pampas
Learning about early societies in the Andes and Pampas
Understanding Spanish influence and independence
Identifying key people, places, and events
Practicing cause and effect in history
Social Emotional Learning/Health/PE- Sr. Nouna Bouzelmat
PE
Give me a game practice:
Physical Objectives
Improve cardiovascular endurance through continuous movement
Develop strength (upper body, lower body, and core)
Enhance agility, balance, and coordination
Increase speed and reaction time
Skill-Based Objectives
Practice movement skills such as jumping, crawling, climbing, and running
Improve body control and spatial awareness
Follow directions and sequences through different stations
Technology/Art - Sr. Rubeena Valappil
Art
How to Paint Cherry Blossom
Students will create beautiful cherry blossom artwork using paint. They will learn how to use brushes or cotton swabs to form blossoms, practice color blending, and explore creativity while appreciating nature’s beauty.
REMINDERS & NOTES
The assigned Surah memorization has been posted. Please remind your child to be ready, as I will be listening to them in class.
📅 Due: Monday, April 13
- All Social Studies materials and homework will be available on Google Classroom. After each section, students will have a short quiz once I ensure everyone understands the material.
English Language Arts - Sr. Shahieda Sallie
7E: The Frida & Diego Collection
Sub Unit 1 - Information Literacy
Lesson 1 and 2: Evaluating Sources
Lesson 3: Avoiding Plagiarism
Sub Unit 2 - Scavenger Hunt and Internet Research
Lesson 1: Scavenger Hunt: Introducing the Collection
OBJECTIVES:
Gather relevant information from multiple print and digital sources.
Analyze the main ideas and supporting details presented in diverse media and formats
Write informative/explanatory texts to examine a topic
Islamic Studies - Br. Ammar Shaikh
As part of our continued preparation for the Islamic Studies Standardized Test (ISST), students will be reviewing sample questions to become familiar with the format and expectations.
This practice will help strengthen their understanding across key areas and build confidence as they prepare, inshaAllah.
Leadership/Character - Br. Ammar Shaikh
Math - Sr. Matou Amar
Unit 6: Geometry: Solids, Triangles, and Angles.
Lesson 26: Solve Problems Involving Volume
Session 3 homework is due on Tuesday.
Lesson 27: Describe Plane Sections of Three-Dimensional Figures
Session 1 homework is due on Thursday.
Session 2 homework is due on Friday.
Quran/Arabic - Sr. Walaa Musleh
🌙 Quran Part 4d: How Can You Disbelieve? (Al-Baqarah: 28–29)
Understand that Allah created life and we return to Him
Learn how Allah created the heavens, earth, and everything for us
Recognize Allah’s mercy, knowledge, and power
Explain life, death, and resurrection
Reflect on creation and show gratitude to Allah
Science - Br. Omar Mahran
Chapter 1: Describing Phase Change at Two Scales
- Lesson 1.4: Weird Water Events
- Lesson 1.5: Investigating Evaporation and Freezing
- Lesson 1.6: Modeling the Molecular Scale
Chapter 2: Investigating Energy and Phase Change
- Lesson 2.1: Causing Freedom of Movement Changes
Social Studies - Sr. Walaa Musleh
Chapter 18: Japan Before Modern Times
Section 2: The Rise of the Samurai
Understand how the samurai became powerful
Explain why the emperor lost power
Learn the role of the Fujiwara family
Identify how power shifted to military leaders
Section 3: Japanese Culture
Describe how literature, drama, and art grew in the Heian court
Explain why family is important in Japanese culture
Understand how Shinto and Buddhism are combined
Compare Noh (serious) and Kabuki (popular) drama
Recognize the importance of The Tale of Genji
Social Emotional Learning/Health/PE- Sr. Nouna Bouzelmat
PE
Give me a game practice:
Physical Objectives
Improve cardiovascular endurance through continuous movement
Develop strength (upper body, lower body, and core)
Enhance agility, balance, and coordination
Increase speed and reaction time
Skill-Based Objectives
Practice movement skills such as jumping, crawling, climbing, and running
Improve body control and spatial awareness
Follow directions and sequences through different stations
Technology/Art - Sr. Rubeena Valappil
Art
How to Paint Cherry Blossom
Students will create beautiful cherry blossom artwork using paint. They will learn how to use brushes or cotton swabs to form blossoms, practice color blending, and explore creativity while appreciating nature’s beauty.
REMINDERS & NOTES
Homework for the assigned memorization surah is due on Monday, April 27.
Please make sure your child is prepared so I can listen to them.
Students will have a quiz on Monday, April 20 on Lesson 9c (Surah Al-Baqarah: 65–66).
All materials are available on Google Classroom.
English Language Arts - Sr. Shahieda Sallie
8F: The Space Race Collection
Sub-unit 1: Information Literacy
Lesson 1 and 2 Evaluating Sources: Part 1 and 2
Lesson 3: Avoiding Plagiarism
Sub-unit 2: Scavenger Hunt
Lesson 1: Introducing the Collection
Lesson 2: Exploring the Collection
OBJECTIVES:
Gather relevant information from multiple print and digital sources, using search terms effectivel.
Cite the textual evidence
Analyze how a text makes connections
Draw evidence from literary or informational texts to support analysis
Islamic Studies - Br. Ammar Shaikh
As part of our continued preparation for the Islamic Studies Standardized Test (ISST), students will be reviewing sample questions to become familiar with the format and expectations.
This practice will help strengthen their understanding across key areas and build confidence as they prepare, inshaAllah.
Leadership/Character - Br. Ammar Shaikh
Math - Sr. Matou Amar
Unit 5: Integer Exponents: Properties and Scientific Notation.
- Monday: Reproduction and Sexual Health class for boys and IXL for girls
- End of Unit 5 Assessment review: Tuesday & Wednesday
- Test on Thursday
Friday: Practice for iReady and Terra Nova
Quran/Arabic - Sr. Walaa Musleh
📘 Grammar 9c: أَضَلَّ (المزيد فيه – أَفْعَلَ)
Identify the pattern أَفْعَلَ
Understand verb changes in past and present
Practice with different pronouns
Review the meanings of surah Al-Baqarah.
A quiz will be given after we finish
Science - Br. Omar Mahran
Chapter 1: Exploring Variation in Spider Silk
- Lesson 1.1: Pre-Unit Assessment
- Lesson 1.3: Surprising Spider Silk
- Lesson 1.4: Observing Proteins and Variation
- Lesson 1.5: Investigating Proteins and Traits
Social Studies - Sr. Walaa Musleh
A Citizenship Handbook
Section 2: Five Principles of the Constitution
Understand the five principles of the Constitution
Explain popular sovereignty
Learn how power is shared
Identify the three branches of government
- Understand checks and balances
Section 3: Government in Action Understand how the Constitution can change Explain the elastic clause (flexible powers) Learn what judicial review means Identify the roles of the President Understand how government works in real life
Social Emotional Learning/Health/PE- Sr. Nouna Bouzelmat
Health
Mental Health for Teens:
Understand that mental health is a part of overall health
Identify common challenges like stress, anxiety, and depression
Learn how to recognize when we or a friend might need extra support
Discover healthy ways to cope and where to find help
Technology/Art - Sr. Rubeena Valappil
Art
How to Paint Cherry Blossom
Students will create beautiful cherry blossom artwork using paint. They will learn how to use brushes or cotton swabs to form blossoms, practice color blending, and explore creativity while appreciating nature’s beauty.
