Weekly News & Learning

Assalam Aleikum!

Dear NISL Families,

We have only 9 days of school left! We are excited to celebrate our students’ hard work while also wrapping up key academic milestones. Below are important reminders and details about upcoming exams and end-of-year activities.

Academic Assessments & Exams

High School AP Exams & Dual Credit Finals (May 5–16):

High school students are taking their Advanced Placement (AP) Exams and Mishkah University finals through May 16 in the following subjects:

• AP Biology - May 5

• AP U.S. History - May 9

• AP Language & Composition - May 14

• AP Psychology - May 16

• ISES-171 Manners (Mishkah University) - May 12

• ISEF-151 Fiqh of Worship I (Mishkah University) - May 13

Dates and times are posted on the high school calendar.

Standardized Testing Week (May 12–16):

• TerraNova NEXT (Grades K–8): Assesses Reading, Math, Language, Science, and Social Studies (KG does not test in Science or Social Studies).

• PreACT 8/9 & PreACT:

  • 8th & 9th Grade – PreACT 8/9 - May 15

  • 10th Grade – PreACT - May 15

These nationally normed assessments provide insight into college readiness and academic achievement compared to students across the country.

End-of-Year Events & Celebrations

Please mark your calendars and help your child participate in these exciting events as we close the year on a high note, inshaAllah:

Monday, May 19

• High School Boys & Girls Boating Trip – Patoka Lake (separate boats)

• 8th Grade Boys Boating Trip – Patoka Lake

• 8th-12th Grade Girls King's Island Trip - Mason, Ohio

Wednesday, May 21

• Annual "Give Me a Game" Event – All-day school-wide event with outdoor field games and fun for grades K–12 at our Six Mile Lane campus

Thursday, May 22 (Last Day of School)

• Annual End of Year Family Picnic
  We will have a school-wide end-of-year family picnic at the Cliffside Playground and Sprayground at Broad Run Park. Families can meet us at the park at 9am. There will be no bus transportation therefore families should transport their own children to the park. Please bring a dish to share for the potluck picnic.
  SUPERVISION: The park is a very large and open area with a large creek. For the safety of all of our students, students must be transported and supervised by a parent or other adult arranged by the family.
  Students should bring a change of clothes and a towel for the water park or the creek and wear comfortable shoes and clothing.
  

Friday, May 23

• KG Graduation at Six Mile Lane – 12:00 PM

• PreK Graduation at Six Mile Lane – 6:30 PM

Saturday, May 24

• End of Year Awards Ceremony and Graduation for 5th, 8th, and 12th Grades at UofL Founders Union Building- 11:00 AM

Watch for flyers and announcements about Spirit Week themes for the last week of school! Let’s end the year buzzing with NISL spirit!

Thank you for your continued partnership. May Allah (SWT) reward you for your support throughout the year!

Sincerely,

Aisha Blagaia

Principal

To celebrate and support our seniors, students and staff lined the halls and made some noise for NISL's historic first graduating class. Go Seniors - Class of 2025!

Student Council (STUCO) class reps from middle school executed a school-wide assembly last week. In a powerful display of planning, public speaking, and leadership; Rama Mohammad (8), Sofia Mohamed (8), Anes Muzahem (8), Sumayyah Vineyard (7), Ali Mohammed (7), Sihaam Shafi (6), and Umar Yusupov (6) lead a peer education assembly about composting at NISL and review Ci3T recess expectations--our focus this month! They also made a video tutorial (watch below). Go STUCO!

NISL PTO invited Barakah Bee to greet students during morning carline to provide pencils and courage and students began the two-week period of rigorous standardized testing. NISL PTO also organized snacks from parents for each class and covered hallways with words of encouragement, mashaAllah!

It was a buzzy week for NISL PTO. In addition to cheering on students, they orchestrated a grand week of appreciation for NISL teachers and staff. Please watch the video below that they compiled with a special message from the hearts of NISL!

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

• Br. Juan for rescuing students and teachers from a tiny lizard! (Sr. Noor H.).

• I want to extend my sincere and heartfelt gratitude to our amazing PTO for the extraordinary love and care you poured into Teacher Appreciation Week. Each day was filled with such thoughtful acts that left our teachers and staff feeling truly seen and celebrated, from flowers, treats, and breakfast spreads to a delicious lunch and even dinner to take home. You went above and beyond with your creativity and generosity, organizing student video messages, and decorating every building with posters recognizing each member of our team. The effort and coordination behind it all were deeply moving. As a principal, I am profoundly thankful for how you honored our team. Your kindness reminded us that we are surrounded by a community that values and uplifts those who serve our children every day. Thank you for making this week one we will never forget! (Sr. Aisha Blagaia)
• I came from a school five times larger than NISL with a seasoned, established, and active PTO and I have to say that NISL PTO’s generosity is unmatched, mashaAllah! It is one commendable thing to write a check, but this PTO also spends out their time, tears, and sweat. That, much more than the delicious food, touched my heart. I am humbled. I feel sisterhood. May Allah bless you all in this life and reward you and your families in the hereafter.🤲🤲🤲 (Sr. Zainab)
• Salam Aleykum dear PTO members and bodies 🌹Your constant support is truly appreciated. We appreciate all that you do to support our team and our school. Your hard work and dedication is truly admirable, and we are so grateful for all that you do. Thank you for your unwavering support and for being such a valuable asset to our school😘🌹 Thank you so much your kindness your thoughtfulness means a lot to us🌹🌹❤❤😘 (Sr. Rosa)
• A huge thank you to the PTO members, you made our week, we appreciate you and we tell you that your children are our Amanah, and surely behind a well-mannered child is a parent who respects the teacher as you do! (Sr. Amel)
• Im speechless for all of the PTO members for your kindness and hardworking. You made it from the heart. Great appreciation; Jazakum Allahu Khairan (Sr. Wisal)

• I just want to take a moment to thank all of our PTO members and parents for your amazing support and dedication to our school. Your time, energy, and involvement—whether through organizing events, volunteering, or simply being there for our students—make a huge difference.

  Thank you for everything you do to support our school community! (Sr. Sakina)

• Assalamu Alaikum , جزاكم الله خيرا for everything you did , I just want to post this in newsletter:Thank you to the parents who donated pencils, tissue paper, and snacks last week and this week. Your kindness and thoughtfulness mean so much, We deeply appreciate your continued support and generosity (Sr. Mebarka)

• May Allah reward you, PTO, one by one ,for all the beautiful gifts you gave throughout the week. You are truly wonderful ,you gave your time, effort, and energy for us. Every gesture was thoughtful and special. Thank you so much for your appreciation and support! (Sr. Mebarka)

• To each and every parent, thank you for your kind words, prayers, and beautiful gifts. We thank you from the bottom of our hearts. Thank you so much! (Sr. Mebarka)

• Heartfelt Thanks to Our Wonderful PTO Members. Dear PTO Members,

  Assalamu Alaikum wa Rahmatullahi wa Barakatuh. We are deeply grateful for your incredible generosity, sincere efforts, and unwavering kindness. Time and again, you go above and beyond to ensure our teachers feel valued, supported, and appreciated. From the thoughtful gifts to the countless acts of care and support, your dedication shines through. You are truly a blessing to our school community. May Allah (SWT) reward you abundantly for all that you do. May He continue to bless you and your families with barakah, good health, and lasting happiness. Your selfless service uplifts us all, and we are truly honored to have you by our side. With heartfelt du’as and appreciation (Sr. Rubeena)

• May 10: Senior Dinner
• 05/13-5/16: Terra Nova NEXT standardized testing week
• May 12: Mishkah Manners exam (High School)
• May 13: Mishkah Fiqh of Worship exam ( High School)
• May 14: AP Language and Composition exam (High School)
• May 15: PreACT 8/9 and PreACT
• May 16: AP Psychology exam (High School)
• May 19: 8th - 12th Grade Field Trips (see Principal's Message for details)
• May 20: NEHS School-Wide Treasure Hunt (Grades 3 - 8)
• May 21: "Give Me A Game" school-wide event
• May 22: Last Day of School - School Wide Picnic (tentative date)
• May 23: Kindergarten graduation
• May 24: 5th, 8th, and 12th grade graduation [11:00AM UofL Founders Union Building]

...inshaAllah

Reminders/Notes

📢 Reminders

• ✅Please make sure your child gets enough sleep each night.

• ✅ A healthy breakfast and on-time arrival will help your child do their best.
• ✅Encourage your child to stay focused and calm during testing.

• Work quietly throughout the week to complete their standardized testing booklets.
• Focus on finishing their TerraNova test booklets while maintaining a quiet environment.

PE

SEL

• Understand what it means to manage their feelings, actions, and choices.
• Learn how to use kind words, calm bodies, and good listening.
• Practice naming their emotions and choosing positive ways to express them.
• Recognize how making good choices helps them feel happy and stay safe.
• Begin setting simple goals to practice self-control and kindness each day.

Lesson 12: Review of Key Concepts

• Look back at what they learned from Unit 1 to Unit 6.
• Play fun games and work in groups to practice important skills.

REMINDERS & NOTES

📢 Reminders

✅Encourage your child to read daily on Raz-Kids

RAZ Kids Login Info:

• Website: www.kidsa-z.com
  

• Teacher Username: aaljalab0
  

• Password: Select the Fish icon

• Creative projects using random materials

English Language Arts

• Work quietly throughout the week to complete their standardized testing booklets.
• Focus on finishing their TerraNova test booklets while maintaining a quiet environment.

• Work quietly throughout the week to complete their standardized testing booklets.
• Focus on finishing their TerraNova test booklets while maintaining a quiet environment.

🌱 Science:

🌎 Social Studies

• Understand what it means to manage their feelings, actions, and choices.
• Learn how to use kind words, calm bodies, and good listening.
• Practice naming their emotions and choosing positive ways to express them.
• Recognize how making good choices helps them feel happy and stay safe.
• Begin setting simple goals to practice self-control and kindness each day.

REMINDERS & NOTES

English Language Arts

TerraNova NEXT standardized testing week

Math

TerraNova NEXT standardized testing week

Technology

Lesson 13: Review of Key Concepts

• Revisit key ideas from all previous units to refresh their memory and deepen understanding.
• Practice important skills in a fun and supportive setting.
• Help build confidence and make learning enjoyable for everyone.

Art

Tie-Dye Creativity!

This week, students had a blast learning the art of tie-dye! Using plain white T-shirts, rubber bands, and colorful fabric dyes, they twisted, folded, and tied their shirts into fun shapes. This week, we will be adding dye to create bold, bright patterns!

REMINDERS & NOTES

Vocabulary Words

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ELA

Math

• TerraNova NEXT standardized test
• Finish Lesson 26
• Quiz on Tuesday, 5/3
• Start Reviewing Unit 4

LAST HOMEWORK PACKET DUE FRIDAY, 5/16

Science/Social Studies

End of Year Project

Make a Native American Pinch Pot

Art

Tie-Dye Creativity!

This week, students had a blast learning the art of tie-dye! Using plain white T-shirts, rubber bands, and colorful fabric dyes, they twisted, folded, and tied their shirts into fun shapes. This week, we will be adding dye to create bold, bright patterns!

REMINDERS & NOTES

No Homework!

• Please ensure students get adequate sleep/rest and to eat a healthy breakfast.
• May Allah grant them knowledge and ease.

English Language Arts

• TerraNova NEXT standardized test
• End of Year Writing Process

Math

• TerraNova NEXT standardized test
• Review student questions

Science

Technology

Lesson 9: Review of Key Concepts

• Review key concepts from Unit 1 to Unit 9 to strengthen their understanding.
• Work together in groups to revisit important ideas and practice essential skills.

Art

Tie-Dye Creativity!

This week, students had a blast learning the art of tie-dye! Using plain white T-shirts, rubber bands, and colorful fabric dyes, they twisted, folded, and tied their shirts into fun shapes. This week, we will be adding dye to create bold, bright patterns!

REMINDERS & NOTES

• Please review/practice TerraNova NEXT booklet (Google Classroom- English)
• Get plenty of rest!

English Language Arts

Social Studies

REMINDERS & NOTES

PE

• Develop and improve physical skills such as balance, coordination, strength, agility, and endurance.

• Participate in a variety of fitness activities at different stations, practicing proper technique and effort at each one.

• Follow instructions, rotate through stations safely, and demonstrate good sportsmanship.

• Set personal fitness goals and challenge themselves to complete each obstacle or activity to the best of their ability.

• Understand the importance of perseverance, teamwork, and maintaining a positive attitude during physical challenges.

Art

Tie-Dye Creativity!

This week, students had a blast learning the art of tie-dye! Using plain white T-shirts, rubber bands, and colorful fabric dyes, they twisted, folded, and tied their shirts into fun shapes. This week, we will be adding dye to create bold, bright patterns!

REMINDERS & NOTES

Art

Tie-Dye Creativity!

This week, students had a blast learning the art of tie-dye! Using plain white T-shirts, rubber bands, and colorful fabric dyes, they twisted, folded, and tied their shirts into fun shapes. This week, we will be adding dye to create bold, bright patterns!

REMINDERS & NOTES

TerraNova NEXT standardized testing week

Art

Tie-Dye Creativity!

This week, students had a blast learning the art of tie-dye! Using plain white T-shirts, rubber bands, and colorful fabric dyes, they twisted, folded, and tied their shirts into fun shapes. This week, we will be adding dye to create bold, bright patterns!