 About The Academy347 South Keech StreetDaytona Beach Florida 32114 Telephone(386) 252-0843 Fax(386) 252-3433 Email academy@ic-db.org The Academy is located on the Eastern section of Volusia County in the coastal city of Daytona Beach Florida. The city is the home of NASCAR Daytona 500, and July Firecracker stock car races. It is also the home of LPGA and the USTA. Volusia County is rich in higher educational institutions. Stetson University is located in Deland in the Western part of the county 20 miles from the Islamic Center of Daytona Beach. Palmer Chiropractic College make home in the City of Port Orange 7 miles from ICDB. Embry Riddle Aeronautical University, and The University of Central Florida maintain campuses in the city of Daytona Beach. The Daytona Beach Community College maintains campuses in Daytona Beach and thru out the county. The ERAU, UCF, DBCC campuses are all within a 1 mile of the Islamic Center of Daytona Beach. Islamic Academy of Daytona Beach utilizes the Islamic Center of Daytona Beach property. History of the AcademyThe Islamic Academy of Daytona Beach (Sunday school) was established in the early 1980’s to serve the need of the Muslim community in the Daytona Beach area. In the late 90’s the area experienced a rapid and positive growth of our community. In addition the demographics of mostly international student temporary residents have been replaced with local working professionals that made the area their permanent residence. At the Islamic Academy of Daytona Beach we aim to plant the seed of Islam, prepare the student to continue cultivating and nurturing it, and make the teaching of the Quran (Muslim Holly Book) and the Sunnah (Tradition and teaching of the Prophet Muhammad PBUH) the guiding light for a life long journey. Child experience at the academy is educational, behavioral, social, and spiritual. In addition to the educational classes offered in the academy, physical, and social interaction between Muslim children enforce the normalcy of being a Muslim. The academy plays an important guiding role in presenting, discussing, and finding solutions to a growing young adults concerns and problems they face in daily life outside the Islamic center and in every day situations. The academy will help students not to feel alienated when properly attired (boys and girls), praying, or adhering to the teaching of Islam. Word of principalI will start with the proper thanks to Allah (SWT). I ask Allah (SWT) for his guidance. I ask Allah (SWT) for his forgivness. And I bear witness that here is no deity worthy of worship but Allah (SWT), and that Muhammad is his last prophet and messenger. I thank Allah (SWT) that enriched my life with this opportunity to be of a service to this wonderful community. I ask Allah (SWT) to guide me to perform my duties. I ask Allah (SWT) to enrich this educational institute with pious Muslims, students and educators. The duty that this community has entrusted in me is tremendous. The task of an educator is not just to pass information, nor is to complete a required book. The educational process is much more complex. It is a responsibility that a Muslim will be asked about on the Day of Judgment. This tremendous responsibility is met by few people that are eager to learn, teach, and guide. To all the members of our community and to those who took the responsibility to educate, and to me I say ”Walk the Talk”. I welcome back the students to another year. I want each student to learn, and pass the knowledge he/she learns to others. Pass what you will learn to your family and to your friends. And be sure that you have correctly understood the subject and correctly related it to others. And do implement what you learn in your daily practice. To these wonderful future leaders, I say ”Walk the Talk”. Dear parents, what you do may enforce the job that the academy will do or may negate it. Read Bukhari (7138). You will be asked, are you ready to answer. Take this opportunity to learn with your children. And make this a life changing adjustment. Ask your child what did he learn, review, and practice that daily. You have made the first step in bringing your child to the school, would not you like to complete the journey. And the bonus is the eternal rewards. To all of you I say ”Walk the Talk”. Finally, I would like to thank all the teachers and educators that have been in my life. I would like to thank those who worked hard before my involvement in the Islamic Academy of Daytona Beach. I like to thank Mr. Al Khani a teacher that did walk the talk. I would like to thank my father Mr. Z. Khabazeh that read me Surat Al Kahf every Friday. I thank my family that supported me whether I accepted or rejected their support. Thanks to Allah SWT for giving me the gift of Islam and give me the chance to share it. I shall with your support walk the talk. Mohammad Mounir Khabazeh Parent/Student Handbook 2007 – 2008
IntroductionWelcome to Islamic Academy of Daytona Beach an established learning institution of which the Muslim community of Volusia County, Florida can be proud. Our students have maintained the Islamic principles and values that lie at the core of our mission. As a weekend Islamic school it is our Islamic responsibility to provide our students with the very best education possible in an environment that is conducive to high morals, exemplary character, and strong identity. It is the adhering to the Islamic principles and to the teaching of the prophet Muhammad PBUH what enables us to make the learning process for our students challenging, enjoyable, meaningful, correct, and rewarding. We encourage parents to join the learning experience with their children. We applaud their involvement in the student’s life, and the educational process. The Islamic values, and educational values work together to enhance the student behavior and learning experience. Similarly, parents work complement school effort, and the together, a child’s potential for success is greatly multiplied. Please read and discuss this handbook with your child. Acceptance of Handbook and School Rules is required to complete your child’s registration. Islamic Academy of Daytona Beach does not discriminate against students on the basis of race, creed, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, ancestry, medical condition or physical handicap. MissionOur mission is to seek the pleasure of Allah (SWT) by preparing our students for success in this life and the Hereafter. “Work for this life as if you live forever, and Work for the hereafter as if you will die tomorrow”. The School’s VisionWe believe that
The School’s Objectives
Arabic: The importance of learning the Arabic Language: In these times many Muslims have devoted much effort in regards to teaching and learning the Arabic language. There are many reasons for this high regard of the language from the past to the present, most important of those are : Allah (SWT) has chosen the Arabic language to carry out the last message to mankind, so He sent a messenger from the Arabs to all mankind. Allah has stated the Quran was sent down in Arabic and the message was also in Arabic. Allah (SWT) says, - (Verily, We have sent it down as an Arabic Qur'ân in order that you may understand. (Yusuf 12:2)- And His saying, -(while this (the Qur'ân) is a clear Arabic tongue. (An-Nahl 16:103)- The Arabic language is a part of the religion. Ibn Taymiyah said, "The Arabic language is a part of the religion and learning it is compulsory since understanding the Quran and the Prophetic Traditions are compulsory. And these can not be understood without knowing the Arabic language. And anything that is a means to a compulsory act is in itself compulsory." Worshiping Allah in the form of Salah( Islamic formal prayer), supplication, reciting Quran or any other act of worship that Allah has legislated can not be done nor understood completely except through the medium of Arabic. Knowing the Arabic language will protect one form falling into innovations. Imaam Shafee' said, "People have not become ignorant or fallen into differences, only until they put aside their Arabic language and aspired to learn the language of Aristotle." The Arabic language is strong bond that unites the Muslims. With these points and many other reasons Arabic should be a top priority in the live of a Muslim. In the Islamic Academy of Daytona Beach, students are gently yet systematically introduced to the basic rules of Arabic, until they reach the point of being able to read from simple, brief, yet eloquent statements to longer passages requiring more complex linguistic analysis. The lessons are actively based and involve the development of essential language skills, listening, speaking, reading and writing.
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“I Love Islam” series published by the Islamic Services Foundation as well as other books published by IQRA, the Universal Academy of Florida, along with substantial supplemental material. Enrollment and AttendanceEntrance RequirementsA. A child who is fully potty-trained. B. Students who are 3-years-old on December 31 can be placed in Pre-K advanced program. C. Students who will be five by December 31st will be given a qualifying exam to determine whether they will be placed in Kindergarten or 1st grade. D. All additional grade levels will adhere to the same system of promotion by age and grade specific qualifying exams. Students already enrolled in IADB will matriculate to the next grade level if they pass all the requirements for matriculation. Enrollment Requirements The entire registration packet must be submitted before a student can be admitted. The registration packet includes an enrollment information form (in which parents also must provide authorization for emergency medical attention), a health requirements form (which includes a doctor’s statement on the child’s health record), a parent handbook acceptance form, and a tuition payment plan contract form, and a copy of the student’s birth certificate . Qualifying ExamKINDERGARTEN ORAL ASSESSMENT OF NEEDS
Indicate the child's ability to complete the tasks asked. Use the ratings of:
Pre-Registration, RegistrationStudents must renew their registration every year. A spot will however be reserved in the following year’s class for students who are currently enrolled at Islamic Academy of Daytona Beach provided that they fulfill all the requirements of matriculating to the next grade level and complete all the required pre-registration materials including the submission of the $25 registration fee before the end of August or $50 on and after September 1 in the year for which they are registering. We will limit the class size to 10 students. Current students who fail to complete the registration by the end of August will be on a waiting list and may lose their reserved spot in the upcoming year class. New forms has to be completed every year. Anyone who is not a current student at IADB but wants to reserve a spot in next year’s class need to submit the student’s name and birth date as well as a contact phone number and address. It is the responsibility of the parent to ensure that the contact information remains updated. A registration packet will be sent to all those on the waiting list. Tuition and FeesThere are three tuition payment options:
SIBLING DISCOUNT: Tuition is discounted for the second, third and fourth child as indicated in the table above. There will be no discount for children attending Pre-Kindergarten. Please keep in mind that financial assistance is available to students who show need. To apply for financial assistance please fill out the financial assistance form and forward it to the school administration. Application deadline for 2007- 2008 Academic year financial assistance is Aug-30-2007. Immunizations / Hearing and Vision ScreeningsAll enrolled students are required to have updated immunizations in accordance with standards required by the Florida Department of Health. The student’s current immunization record must be on file in the office prior to admittance to class. It is the parent’s responsibility to ensure that the student’s immunization record is updated when needed. Parents must also provide the school with a doctor’s statement verifying that the enrolling student is physically able to take part in the activities of the school. IADB will provide hearing and vision screenings for our students during the first month of the school year. Parents will be notified if the screening produces evidence of a possible problem with a student’s hearing or vision. Parents are responsible for following up with any possible problems by having their child further checked by a medical professional and taking any required steps needed to meet their child’s hearing and visual needs. Student RecordsA student’s school records are confidential and are protected from unauthorized use. Parents have access to the records of their children. Compulsory AttendanceAttendance PolicySchool begins at 9:50 a.m. Any student arriving after 10:00 a.m. will be tardy. Any Student arriving after 10:00 a.m. must report to the office to obtain a tardy pass. Chronic tardiness will result in disciplinary action. We believe there is a direct connection between good school attendance and academic success. Students are expected to be on time and in attendance everyday of the school year. Absences should be reserved for emergencies. If your child is absent from school, please call the school (386-255-0843) before 10:00 a.m. to report the absence and the reason for the absence. You need to report:
When your child returns to school, you must send a note to your child’s teacher explaining the absence and the date(s) of the absence. Excused AbsenceA student’s absence will be considered excused due to:
A student’s absence will be considered unexcused if the student is absent and has not provided an acceptable excuse through a WRITTEN NOTE. Plan vacations in the summer or around regularly scheduled breaks. Family vacation will be considered if homework and subjects missed are submitted after planned vacation. IF A STUDENT IS ABSENT 8 DAYS OR MORE WITHIN A SCHOOL YEAR, THE STUDENT’S ATTENDANCE RECORD IS REVIEWED BY THE PRINCIPAL AND TEACHERS AND THE STUDENT MAY BE SUBJECT TO RETENTION. THIS WILL OCCUR WHETHER THE ABSENCES ARE EXCUSED OR UNEXCUSED. School HoursFor the year 2007-2008 school year we will use the following hours from the start to the completion of Eid AL Fitr 1:45 p.m. Drop off and Dhuhr prayer2:00 p.m.– 6:30 p.m. classes will be adjusted for Asr prayer After Ramadan School hours are from 9:50 a.m. to 3:10 p.m. Parents Shall sign in and out every day. Earliest drop time is 9:30 a.m. Latest pick up is 3:30 p.m. After 10:00 a.m. the student is considered tardy and the parent/guardian will be responsible for checking the student in at the office. Release of Students Sign-In and Sign-Out ProceduresAll students must be signed-in and signed-out daily. As part of the registration packet, parents must indicate all those with the authority to sign-in and sign-out their children. In the morning, parents must bring their child into the school and sign the sign-in form and after school only those whose names are listed in the registration packet will be allowed to pick up the child. Under no circumstances can anyone under 16 be allowed to pick up a child. If there is an emergency and someone other than those listed needs to pick up the child, the authorization must be given by fax or email. We cannot take such authorization over the phone.Late Pick UpAfter 3:30 p.m. there will be $20.00 per child fee. After 4:30 the child will be turned to the Department of Children and Family or the Police department. Tardy PolicyPunctuality is an essential element of a good work ethic. To fully benefit from the instructional program, students are expected to be ON TIME to school. “Tardy” means the student is not in his/her class by 9:59 a.m. Students who come to class late miss out on important instructional material as well as disturb and take time from the rest of the class. An adult must accompany any student who arrives after 10:00 a.m. to the office where the student needs to pick up a tardy pass before being admitted to class. A $5.00 fine will be assessed for each tardy. THREE TARDIES WITHIN A DAY WILL COUNT AS AN UNEXCUSED ABSENCE!Parents Alert: Please do not tell anything but the truth when you bring your child late. Remember your actions will be mirrored by your child and a “little lie” will be more expensive lesson than the $5.00 fee. Outdoor ActivitiesPhysical Education (PE) is an integral part of the total education of the child. In accordance with state standards we also schedule periodic recesses to give children the opportunity of getting fresh air and sunshine, which is essential to good health. It has been proven that PE and recess improve the academic achievements of students. We do not conduct outdoor activities when it is extremely hot, cold or rainy. But weather permitting, children are expected to participate in all outdoor activities unless there is a health reason that prevents them from going outside. A parent/guardian may write an excuse from one PE class. To be excused from second or subsequent classes a note is required from a doctor. The note should specify the nature of the reason and the length of time the student is to remain out of PEInclement Weather DaysIADB will close if there are immediate and extreme weather conditions. Unless notified otherwise, parents should assume that the school will be OPEN. Health ServicesEmergency NumbersParental cooperation is essential in providing for student health care needs that may arise during the school day. This includes making sure that a parent or guardian can be reached in case of a child’s illness or accident. All telephone numbers at which a parent can be reached during school hours is required as well as an alternative number of a relative or friend. It is the parents’ responsibility to keep these numbers current. IllnessBecause we want to make our school program as successful as possible, we must ask that children who are sick be kept home. A child may not attend school with a fever (100 degrees or higher) and must be fever free for at least 24 hours before returning to school. Lengthy illnesses may require a doctor’s notification. student will be sent home because of a health need if he/she:
If a child is ill and the parents cannot be reached or if the illness or injury is serious, IADB will call 911 for emergency care. Contagious ConditionsIf your child has a contagious condition such as chicken pox, strep throat, measles, mumps, head lice, etc. the parent of the child should notify the school immediately. Children with a contagious condition must stay home from school. InjuryWhile we do everything we can to avoid injuries, accidents do happen. If a child is hurt while at IADB first aid will be administered, an incident report will be filled out with a copy being sent to the parents. 911 will be called for Injuries that will need immediate medical attention. MedicineAll medication should be administered outside of school hours. If it becomes necessary for the student to take medicine during school:
Discipline and Student BehaviorAt the Islamic Academy of Daytona Beach, we expect our students to demonstrate self-control and high standards of moral conduct. The purpose of the student code is to develop in students a sense of responsibility, to aid their growth in self-discipline, and to teach them to take responsibility for their actions. Students and their parents are expected to follow the school rules. The school staff provides guidance and reinforcement to students and their parents. The classroom teacher will take primary responsibility for student discipline. The classroom teachers will model and teach appropriate school behavior. When students behave in the desired manner, the teacher provides positive feedback. When students behave inappropriately, the teacher constantly enforces the consequences. Teachers, adult volunteers and monitors may enforce appropriate disciplinary measures that may be taken including:
Classroom RulesA well-disciplined classroom is one in which the students know and understand the importance of the classroom and school rules. They have the self-awareness and self-control necessary to be able to follow the rules and they understand that they will be held accountable for their actions. The teachers will reach these rules in a manner that will foster self-discipline and a sense of self-awareness and accountability in the students.
Teacher’s ResponsibilitiesTeachers are expected to:
Student Code of ConductWe believe that it is our mission to prepare our students for becoming responsible human beings. It is an essential part of our strong Islamic ethics, morals, and values. In order to achieve this mission, each student is expected to:
Discipline TechniquesThese techniques may be used alone or in combination for Student Code of Conduct or classroom rule violations.
Discipline AuthorityWhenever the interest of the school is involved, on or off school grounds, students will adhere to the Student Code of Conduct. The staff has disciplinary authority over a student: 1. During the regular school day. 2. While the student is in attendance at any school-related activity, regardless of time or location. Behavior Management Plan IThe following disciplinary and consequence procedures will help students realize their responsibility to behave appropriately. This system is intended to allow students to make appropriate choices, which will, in turn, ensure the proper Islamic environment in the classroom. Your child will be participating in a behavior clip chart program. The clip chart serves as a student’s visual reminder of personal behavior for that school day. It consists of 4 colors outlined below. The color notation is recorded in the Take Home Folder on the Behavior Calendar daily. The Take Home Folder and the Behavior Calendar are both essential for good communication between home and school. Please review the contents of the folder everyday, take note of the behavior report calendar, and discuss the day with your child. Please SIGN or INITIAL in the box on the calendar for the day. Please remember that praise for good days is as necessary as discussions about the need to improve behavior. Your child will receive a GREEN notation for a GREAT day at school. Your child will receive a YELLOW notation if they had one “Warning” during the day but in general had a good day. Your child will receive an ORANGE notation if their behavior needs improvement. Your child will receive a RED notation if things need to change drastically. The child’s behavior MUST improve immediately. At this point the student may lose special privileges until improvement is demonstrated. Three RED notations will result in our in-school suspension program. A Behavior Report will be sent home if your child has a RED notation in the Take Home Folder. THE BEHAVIOR REPORT MUST BE SIGNED AND RETURNED IN THE HOMEWORK FOLDER THE NEXT SCHOOL DAY!!! Behavior Management Plan IIYour child will be participating in a daily Personal Planner Program. This program will serve as a daily log of activities, homework assignments, personal behavior reports, and parent/teacher communication. This log will need to be SIGNED DAILY. The planner will be returned DAILY and will be a part of your child’s daily work average.
Infractions ProgramLEVEL 1 INFRACTIONSLevel 1 behavior should be handled by the classroom teacher whenever possible. Ordinarily, a teacher will not refer a student engaging in Level 1 behavior to the school administrators until the classroom teacher has taken at least three documented, progressive level one disciplinary actions and has held a conference with the student and parents. Thereafter the classroom teacher may refer the student to the administration through a written referral. However, earlier referrals may be made when the misbehavior occurs outside the classroom or in exceptional circumstances where the classroom teacher believes immediate outside assistance is necessary. This list of violations is not all inclusive, but only representative and illustrative. A student committing an improper act of misconduct, which does not happen to be specifically listed is still subject to disciplinary action.INFRACTION DEFINITION LEVEL 1 DISCIPLINARY ACTION
LEVEL 2 INFRACTIONS=ILLEGAL AND/OR SERIOUS CONDUCTA student charged with a Level 2 violation shall be subject to the disciplinary actions listed below. This list of violations is not all inclusive, but only representative and illustrative. A student committing an improper act of misconduct that does not happen to be specifically listed is still subject to disciplinary action.
INFRACTION DEFINITION 1ST OFFENSE 2ND OFFENSE 3RD OFFENSE
1-3 days out-of-school suspension Note: A Disciplinary Committee will study the case of any student who has committed a level 2 violation and subsequently commits another such violation and will make a recommendation as to whether that student should be expelled.
LEVEL 3 INFRACTIONSCONDUCT THAT IS SERIOUS OR ILLEGAL AND IS POTENTIALLY LIFE OR HEALTH THREATENING.All Level 3 infractions are very detrimental to the school and its students. A student charged with a Level 3 violation may be subject to an immediate open suspension, and a recommendation for expulsion to the school board. Students expelled from IADB due to a Level 3 infraction may not be reinstated at a later date. Parent(s) or guardian(s) will be required to meet with school personnel and the school board. This list of violations is not all inclusive, but only representative and illustrative. A student committing an improper act of misconduct, which does not happen to be specifically listed is still subject to disciplinary action.
In-School Suspension Program (ISS),and After School DetentionSuspension and Detention are methods used to remove students from regular classroom in order to modify behavior to meet school goals. This program is used for students who do not respond to normal techniques of classroom management.The primary goals of suspension and detention are:
ISSA referral to ISS is made by the teacher after all other discipline techniques have been exhausted. The student will be removed from class and sent to a calm and quiet area were they will reflect behavior choices. The student may remain in the ISS program from one class period until the end of the day depending on the offence. DetentionA referral for a detention is written by the teacher who then passes the written referral to the Administration. The Administration then makes the final decision to implement either After School Detention, or serve a Saturday morning detention, from 9 to 12 a.m. Students who receive 5 detentions in one school year will be suspended for one day. SuspensionA student may receive an out-of-school suspension for committing an offense or other severe disruption of the education process. For the duration of the out-of –school suspension, a student is excluded with parent knowledge and is not allowed to attend classes, extra curricular activities, school functions, or be on the school premises. The number of suspended days is equal to the number of days allowed to make up class work and homework missed during the first suspension. Students will be permitted to make up quizzes and tests. However, no make-up work is permitted for subsequent suspensions. Principal ReferralIn most cases student discipline can be handled inside the classroom. When the teacher has employed all suitable classroom interventions and the student continues inappropriate behavior it is necessary to refer the student to the principal. In the case of a major infraction, immediate referral is necessary. When a child is referred to the principal, the following procedure will be followed:
A parent or guardian may request a hearing in front of the School Board. And may appeal the decision of SB to the Islamic Center Executive Committee. This option may be ecsersized only once per family. Corporal PunishmentAcademy teachers, staff, volunteers, etc. will not use or condone corporal punishment under any circumstances. This includes hitting, pushing, pinching, etc. If you feel your child has been abused, please contact the office immediately. IADB feels that physical punishment only reinforces bad behavior.
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