Integrated Hifz with Standard Curriculum (Elementary/Middle School)

UPDATE: 2011-2012 Calendar for KG – 6th Grade – Download
UPDATE: KG-6 Supply List 2011-2012 – Download

 

Curriculum

• Complete Qur’an Memorization (Hifz)
• Mastery of the Arabic Language (Arabic as a second language)
• Traditional Islamic Knowledge, Islamic History, and Islamic values
• Comprehensive state educational program
• Extracurricular activities

Goals

Currently we are accepting Day Care & Pre-K – 5th Grade Students. Insha’Allah our future vision is to expand to Middle School and High School levels. Upon the successful completion of 12th grade, Insha’Allah students will have completed the following:

1. Complete Memorization of the Qur’an
   Students will be trained to memorize the whole Qur’an with proper Tajweed and Insha’Allah become Hafiz and Hafizas.
2. Mastery of Arabic Language
   Learning the Arabic Language is important as this will help in the understanding of the Qur’an. Therefore, our students will be able to speak, read, and write Arabic.
3. Knowledge of the Qur’an and Sunnah
   Students will be taught to follow the guidelines of the Qur’an and the Seerah of the Prophet (SAWS) and adopt his Sunnah in their daily lives. Possession of this knowledge will pave the way to not only be confident of their identity as they pursue any of the higher fields of study, but will allow some to pursue careers as Alims and Alimas in the future, Insha’Allah.
4. Traditional Islamic Knowledge, History and Values
   Students will learn about our cherished Islamic History & Heritage, Islamic Values, and Hadith. The character component that is often neglected will be emphasized. It is our hope that by combining revealed and acquired knowledge, our students are prepared to meet the modern challenges of our diverse society without compromising their identity and displaying exemplary Islamic Morals and Character. Students will develop into physically and psychologically healthy, self-disciplined, confident, humble, pious, God-conscious, service oriented, lifelong learners.

Comprehensive State Education Program

Our curriculum fulfills all the above goals without sacrificing state education. Our core curriculum includes Math, Science, Social Studies, and Language Arts which are in compliance with Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) and provides a basic framework of the curriculum while religious and social studies content is integrated by the teacher to provide a holistic perspective.

Faculty

The qualifications of staff at FACC meet state guidelines. Administrators and members of academic staff are well qualified in their respective fields, averaging 4-6 years of experience. Our academic members of staff are experienced Educational professionals and are Texas Certified Teachers for Early childhood through 4th grade. (Generalist EC-4). We also have an onsite consultant/supervisor from PISD to oversee staff development and curriculum co-ordination. As practicing Muslims, teachers present themselves as positive role models toward accomplishing our school mission. FACC boasts an internationally diverse faculty who bring a combination of educational training and experience from around the world.

Environment plays a vital role in character building. Our character is to provide an Islamic environment and education for your children and to produce future generations of strong and committed Muslims.

Courses and Curriculum

Students at FACC are trained to become proficient in the standard subjects provided for by the State of Texas Education Code § 4.002 which are listed as English, Mathematics, Science, and Social Studies. The Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) provide the basic frame work of the curriculum while religious and social studies content is integrated by the teacher to provide a holistic perspective.

Admission Policy

FACC is committed to:

1. Admitting qualified students that meet the Academy’s academic and behavioral standards
2. Detecting the readiness and compatibility of prospective students
3. Acquainting students and parents with the school policies, environment, and expectations of both parents and students

Requirements for Admission

1. Kindergarten student must be five years old on or before December 31st of the current year
2. 80 skills inventory (Kindergarten)
3. 1st Grade students and above must have successfully completed the previous school year 70% or above in each subject and demonstrated behavioral compliance in the previous academic environment
4. Students with special needs, including but not limited to emotional, behavioral learning deficits or disabilities, and /or limited English proficiency, are not encouraged for admissions to FACC on the basis that the academy does not provide programs to adequately meet such needs
5. FACC is operated on a non-discriminatory basis according to equal treatment and access to services without regard to gender, race, national origin, or ancestry FACC is currently accepting new applications for enrollment for 2010-2011.

Applicants must meet the following requirements to facilitate their admissions process.

1. Student’s birth certificate
2. Completed Registration form
3. Student’s social security card
4. Student’s currently updated immunization record
5. Most recent Report Card and last year’s final Report Card (1st Grade and above) including grades and teacher comments
6. Most recent standardized test results (CTBS, ITBS, TAKS etc.)
7. Registration fee ($250/- non-refundable)
8. ESL documentation is mandatory for students enrolled in ESL classes previously

In addition to the required documentation, the following optional documents may increase your child’s chances of admission:

1. Character reference from a former Teacher or Principal
2. Pre-school report card or testing data (for KG applicants)
3. Documentation of previous Hifz and/or Arabic language achievement\
4. Documentation showing that your child has been screened for English as a Second Language (ESL) and does NOT require ESL services

Candidates turning in applications thereafter will be contacted within two weeks for the date of submitting a complete application including all required documentation of a
date and time for the admissions test. The admission test is an aptitude test designed to measure the student’s potential success at FACC. There is nothing to study for
this test. Additionally, an observation or interview session may be scheduled at the discretion of the academy. The academy reserves the right to decline and application for enrollment due to tardiness or failure to show for a scheduled test, observation or interview

Admission Check List

1. Kindergarten student must be five years old on or before December 31st of the current year
2. Transcripts from previous grades
3. Previous teachers’ recommendations
4. Birth Certificate
5. Student’s social security card
6. Student’s currently updated immunization record
7. Most recent Report Card and last year’s final Report Card(1st Grade and above) including grades and teacher comments
8. Most recent standardized test results (CTBS, ITBS, TAKS etc.)
9. Registration fee ($250/- non-refundable)
10. Registration forms
11. Diagnostic assessment test (1st Grade and above)
12. 80 skills inventory (Kindergarten)
13. Parent interview
14. Handbook compliance agreement

Students with special needs, including but not limited to emotional, behavioral learning
deficits or disabilities, and /or limited English proficiency, are not encouraged for
admissions to FACC on the basis that the academy does not have appropriate resources
or provide programs to adequately meet such needs.

Acceptance Guidelines

1. FACC is operated on a non-discriminatory basis, according equal treatment and access to services without any regard to race, color, national origin, or ancestry
2. All admission candidates will be tested at times and dates set forth by the Academy. If any admission candidate does not arrive on time for the test, we reserve the right to decline his/her application for admission.
3. Returning students on academic/behavior probation will NOT be readmitted if their probation period expired and have not met the conditions of the probation.
4. Returning students that have met the minimum academic/behavior standards and are not on academic or behavior probation will be re-admitted upon completion and submission of any required re-enrollment package by the given deadline.
5. In the case of limited space, returning students will be preferred over new applicants even if both have the same qualifications.
6. New students identified as having minor academic or behavioral problems in their former school may be admitted on probationary status at the discretion of the admissions team if it is believed that the student may respond more favorably to the educational environment at the Academy.

Restrictions

1. After admission, any student diagnosed as inadequately familiar with the English language within the first nine weeks will be recommended a public or private ESL program and may not continue attending FACC
2. Children with emotional and severe learning disabilities will not be accepted at FACC
3. Any other students with any other special needs that cannot be addressed by FACC’s resources will be referred to an appropriate institution.

Fees

• All fees are mandatory and non-refundable except where indicated.
• Registration: $250 per child (once a year)
• Tuition: $450 per month
• Book Rental and Supply: $250
• The book and supply fee helps pay for the cost of maintaining the adoption of updated textbooks and covering other material costs for workbooks, worksheets, photocopying, CTBS & TAKS testing etc. It will be mandatory to purchase the prescribed textbooks from FACC. Teachers will distribute the required text books to each student at the beginning of the year.
• Other Fees – Other fees may include activity fees for field trips or other educational experiences that require additional funding. Such costs will be communicated to parents as the need arises in a timely fashion.

For more information, please refer to the Elementary Handbook.