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ISNA High Newsletter - May 2004
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Contents
2003 Ontario Secondary School Literacy Test
Higher Success Rate for ISNA students compared to
Peel District and Dufferin-Peel Catholic District School Boards
Seventy-six per cent of all grade 10 ISNA
High School students, who wrote the test for
the first time, passed both reading and
writing sections of the Ontario Secondary
School Literacy Test (OSSLT). We are
pleased with these results. While they represent
a 5 percent improvement over last year's result, they
also compare favourably with both
the Peel District School Board (PDSB)
and Dufferin Peel Catholic District
School Board (DPCDSB).
Successful completion of the Ontario
Secondary School Literacy Test (OSSLT) is a graduation requirement
for all students working towards an
Ontario Secondary School Diploma. The
OSSLT assesses the reading and writing
skills included in the expectations of The
Ontario Curriculum across all subjects up
to the end of Grade 9.
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Comparison of OSSLT Success Rates |
Passed Reading
& Writing |
ISNA
High School |
PDSB |
DPCDSB |
Ontario |
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76% |
68% |
75% |
77% |
ISNA High Students Feed the Poor
And they [the righteous] feed, for the love of Allah,
the indigent, the orphan, and the captive, (Saying),
"We feed you for the sake of Allah alone: no reward
do we desire from you, nor thanks."
Qur'an 76: 9-10
On February 26, ISNA High Students
participated in the Second Harvest's annual
Lunch Money Day and raised $50
for homeless shelters. Joining forces
with over 242 companies and 39 schools
from the GTA, our school contributed to
the tremendous success of the campaign, which exceeded its
goal of $200, 000. The money raised by our
students will provide 150 fresh nutritious
meals to women, men and children who are
hungry in our communities. Want to know more about this campaign? Go to
www.lunchmoneyday.com
2004 Grade 8 Orientation at ISNA High
There was a hub of activity on March 30, 2004, as Grade
8 students, their parents and teachers from various Islamic
schools visited ISNA High for annual Grade 8 Orientation.
Principal' 'Secondary School Diploma Requirement' presentation was a great
success; the audience showed their interest by asking in
teresting and relevant questions. Guests were impressed
by the ISNA High facilities during their school tour. The
highlight of the half-day pro-our gram was lunch, when guests
enjoyed scrumptious pizza while mingling with ISNA
High students and staff.
ISNA Islamic Schools Dinner & Social Event
This event was held on April 25, 2004. Masha' Allah, the guest turnout was excellent, with
over 400 people attending.
ISNA High's contribution included welcoming remarks by school principal, a PowerPoint presentation
by two of our students, and presentation by others of their Grade 10 Civics projects. Guest
speaker Altaf Hussain gave an inspiring speech.
Funds received so far as a result of the evening's fundraising total around $11,000, which
will benefit the Elementary and High schools.
Thanks to all the volunteers and staff who made the evening such a success.
ISNA High School Scholarship & Bursary Fund
Funded by generous community members and businesses, the Scholarship & Bursary Fund
provides tuition assistance to families in need. Al-hamdulillah, last year the Fund received
some $24,000, which enabled many families to provide an Islamic education for their children.
Unfortunately, the Fund has been depleted and new donations are urgently needed. We
have begun active fundraising efforts, with student volunteers staffing an information
booth after Salat ul-Jumu`ah and soliciting do-nations from prayer attendees. Want to help
this worthy cause? Talk to Sr. Solange in the school office today!
Field Trip Update
As curriculum extensions for various courses, ISNA High
Students have been busy this school year, making excursions to diverse and ex-Adha locations:
Glen Eden Ski Resort - February 25, 2004
The second ISNA High ski trip and for many, a rare
wintry treat!
Brunswick Bowling Alley - March 4, 2004
The
Highlight of our Eid-ul Adha party
Literature on Stage...
Meadowvale Theatre (Hamlet) - Nov. 11, 2003
Hamilton Theatre (Othello) - May 12, 2004
Science & Technology Come Alive…
Royal Ontario Museum - Dec. 23, 2003
York University (Computer Science & Engineering Department) - February 16, 2004
Paramount Canada's Wonderland - Coming this May.
Happy Trails!...
Independent Learning Centre: Student Resources
TVOntario's Independent Learning Centre (ILC) provides
invaluable online resources to students, including Ask a Teacher and CareerMATTERS.
Ask a Teacher
The Ask a Teacher chat is a free
online service that connects Ontario students with teachers in a
virtual classroom. More than 1,000 exercises and likes are also
available at the site, to help students practise for EQAO exams,
get homework tips and tricks, and lean writing, study and
online research skills. Ask a Teacher was developed in consultation with Ontario teacher
advisers
to provide a unique resource for students who need extra
help with homework or preparation for EQAO tests.
CareerMATTERS
CareerMATTERS is a virtual
guidance counselor that will help students plan their path through
high school and beyond. The high school section provides
course information and features a "Student Planner", to store information
on courses in which the student is interested, on
those which they have completed, etc. The After High School section is a complete
reference
guide to post-secondary options. The Career and Career
Video sections house hundreds of job descriptions and
video job profiles. CareerMATTERS is an initiative of TV Ontario,
developed in consultation with the Ontario Ministry of
Education and the Ministry of Training, Colleges and Universities.
So, go ahead - Ask a Teacher and find out all you need to know
about CareerMATTERS, at www.ilc.org
Ontario Education Number
In 2002-2003, the Ministry of Education implemented the Ontario
Education Number (OEN), a 9-digit numerical identifier assigned
to students in the province's publicly-funded elementary
and secondary schools. This year, numbers have been assigned to
students in private schools.
Over time, you will see the OEN on a number of education-related
forms; you can already find it on the top right hand
corner of ISNA High report cards.
Procedures are in place to ensure that the confidentiality of
students' personal information is protected. The OEN will be used
only for educational purposes.
The OEN will also be a key tool for collecting accurate and timely
information about education for the purposes of policy and decision-making.
Guest Speakers at ISNA High
Accounting and Career Studies students participated in two interactive sessions related to the
accounting profession in March 2004. Our guest speakers were from the Certified General
Accountant (CGA) and Certified Management Accountant (CMA) professional associations, and
outlined the path to becoming a CGA or CMA. These interesting presentations may be
instrumental
in producing future finance wizards from ISNA High…
For more information about these organizations, visit www.cga-canada.org and
www.cma-canada.org
ISNA High students gained further insight into the career world when Muslim author Rukhsana
Khan visited ISNA High in March. She addressed the students about her experiences, about the
process of becoming a writer, and about the importance of Canadian Muslims getting involved in
this field. And in April, Mrs. Nahid Lakhani and Dr. Farouk Ghany, parents of Grade 10
students,
spoke to our Career Studies students, sharing their respective experience as an entrepreneur
and a medical doctor.
Thanks to all our guests for their inspirational contribution to ISNA High!
Registration - New Students
ISNA High School, a progressive, co-educational,
Muslim secondary school located in the Toronto area, offers:
- A challenging academic program
- Well-rounded courses
- An environment conducive to learning
- Shared Islamic practice
- Modern state-of-the-art facilities
We are now open for registration of new students for Grade 9 -12 classes starting in
September
2004. Contact the school today to schedule your admission interview.
Registration - Current Students
Early Registration for current students entering Grades 10-12 next fall will be
held from May 11 to June 11, 2004.
The ISNA Islamic School Board has decided not to increase tuition fees for 2004-2005.
They have also decided to phase out the existing textbook deposit and loan sys-tem,
which will be discontinued as of September 2005. The 2004-2005 school year
will therefore be the last during which books will be loaned.
To reserve their child/ward's space for next year, parents and guardians should make
sure to return the green Registration Form sent home with the students on May 10,
along with the required post-dated cheques.
Save $100 by taking advantage of the Early Registration period, during which the $100 Registration Fee will be waived for returning students!
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Dates to Remember…
May 11-June 11, 2004
Early Registration (returning students)
June 18, 2004
Last day of classes
June 21-25, 2004 Final Exams
September 1, 2004 First day of classes
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Report cards & Parent-Teacher Interviews
Mid-Semester Report Card packages went home with students on April 23, 2004. Along
with the Report Card and Response Form, each package included a Record Update sheet
and Parent-Teacher Interview request form.
The interviews were then held on April 30, on which day those who requested appointments
had a chance to meet with the teachers.
We wish to thank the parents and guardians for their response and cooperation in working
towards the education of your children.
Keep a look out for the final Report Card, which will be coming to you by mail in early
July.
30th Annual ISNA Canada
Convention
Islam In The West: From Vision
to Reality
May 22-23, 2004
Toronto Congress Centre,
Toronto
Spiritually enlightening Lectures,
Sessions, Workshops.
New Children's Program,
Babysitting. Bazaar.
Tickets available at the door
Remember to visit us at the
ISNA High School booth!
Speakers:
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Ali Jomaa
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Mukhtar Maghraoui
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M. Nur Abdullah
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Rami N'Sour
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Altaf Hussain
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Gamal Badawi
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Ahmad Fadhel Yusuf
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Ahmed El-Hattab
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Abdel Rashid Brown
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Ziaullah Khan
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Munir El-Kassem
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Mohammad Zahid
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Abdur Rahman Malik
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Fareena Alam
- Merve Kacakci
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Hamid Slimi &
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New Generation Speakers
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