Grades Overview

School Overview & Curriculum

Academic Mission

The primary academic objective of Bilal Weekend Islamic School is to introduce and instill the core teachings of Islam in our students by the time they are ready to enter high school. Our program is structured to teach Islam as a religion, not merely as a cultural tradition.

We aim to create spiritually aware, ethically grounded, and practicing young Muslims through consistent Sunday education.

Curriculum Overview

In the Name of Allah, the Most Beneficent, the Most Merciful

Curriculum Objectives

A student who attends Bilal Sunday School for six or more years should demonstrate competency in the following areas:

  • Qur’an Recitation
    Ability to read the Qur’an fluently. Note: The focus is on reading, not learning Arabic grammar/language.

  • Memorization
    Memorization of approximately 15–20 Surahs and essential daily duas.

  • Salaat (Prayer)
    Complete understanding and performance of prayer before reaching the age of obligation. Regular testing and grading at all levels.

  • Islamic Morals & Manners
    Knowledge and practice of Islamic etiquette and ethics in light of the Qur’an and Hadith.

  • Faith & Worship
    Understanding of the Articles of Faith, the Five Pillars of Islam, and worship practices.

  • Seerah
    A comprehensive introduction to the life of Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ), tailored to age and level.

  • Islamic History
    An introductory overview of Islamic history, expanding with age.

  • Prophets of Islam
    Engaging stories of Prophets, especially geared toward younger children.

Daily Subject Structure

At each grade level, the following subjects are covered:

  1. Qur’an Studies

  2. Seerah / Islamic Social Studies

Grade-Level Teaching Methods

  • 1st Grade:
    Emphasis on hands-on activities, storytelling, and play-based learning to introduce concepts in an engaging and age-appropriate manner.

  • Upper Grades:
    Focus shifts to deeper understanding of:

    • Qur’anic meanings and themes

    • General Islamic history

    • Seerah with applied lessons

    • Advanced Islamic subjects such as:

      • Fiqh (Islamic jurisprudence)

      • Science of Hadith

      • Islamic Akhlaq (morality) and Adab (manners)

These classes become more discussion-based, incorporating current events and real-world relevance for middle and high school students.

Youth Group Activities

The Youth Group is encouraged to take on leadership roles and organize the following community-based activities as part of their curriculum enrichment:

  1. Publishing the school’s monthly newsletter

  2. Visiting local organizations (e.g., food banks, children’s hospitals, senior homes) once a year

  3. Organizing fundraising events