Islamic Studies

Our Islamic Studies program nurtures faith, character, and knowledge by connecting students with the Qur’an, Sunnah, and the rich tradition of Islamic scholarship. Through age-appropriate subjects, we guide students to live with purpose, values, and responsibility in light of Islam.

Hadith

Thematic Focus	Overall Goal	Grade Level	Standard Code	Standard Description
Love for the Prophet ﷺ	Nurture emotional connection to the Prophet ﷺ and introduce his sayings as guiding lights	KG	HD.K.1	The student will recite short Hadiths about kindness and manners with understanding of their meaning.
Love for the Prophet ﷺ	Nurture emotional connection to the Prophet ﷺ and introduce his sayings as guiding lights	1	HD.1.1	The student will express love for the Prophet ﷺ through memorizing Hadiths and acting on them in class.
Love for the Prophet ﷺ	Nurture emotional connection to the Prophet ﷺ and introduce his sayings as guiding lights	2	HD.2.1	The student will identify ways to follow the Prophet’s example through his sayings and actions.
Hadith in Everyday Life	Encourage application of Hadith in personal behavior and recognize its relevance in daily life	3	HD.3.1	The student will relate Hadiths to everyday situations and understand their practical guidance.
Hadith in Everyday Life	Encourage application of Hadith in personal behavior and recognize its relevance in daily life	4	HD.4.1	The student will explain the meaning of selected Hadiths and give examples of application in school and home.
Hadith in Everyday Life	Encourage application of Hadith in personal behavior and recognize its relevance in daily life	5	HD.5.1	The student will describe the context of selected Hadiths and reflect on their moral lessons.
Understanding Hadith as a Source	Develop a foundational understanding of Hadith as a source of legislation and explanation of the Qur’an	6	HD.6.1	The student will distinguish between Hadith and Qur’an and identify Hadith Qudsi examples.
Understanding Hadith as a Source	Develop a foundational understanding of Hadith as a source of legislation and explanation of the Qur’an	7	HD.7.1	The student will describe how Hadith supports and explains Qur'anic injunctions using examples.
Understanding Hadith as a Source	Develop a foundational understanding of Hadith as a source of legislation and explanation of the Qur’an	8	HD.8.1	The student will identify the importance of Hadith as a source of legislation and guidance in Islam.
Hadith Sciences and Contemporary Relevance	Equip students with tools to critically analyze Hadith, its role in law, and refute modern misconceptions	9	HD.9.1	The student will explain the difference between Hadith Nabawi and Hadith Qudsi and their implications.
Hadith Sciences and Contemporary Relevance	Equip students with tools to critically analyze Hadith, its role in law, and refute modern misconceptions	10	HD.10.1	The student will explore the isnad and matn of a Hadith and determine basic classifications.
Hadith Sciences and Contemporary Relevance	Equip students with tools to critically analyze Hadith, its role in law, and refute modern misconceptions	11	HD.11.1	The student will analyze the role of Hadith in Islamic law and identity across historical contexts.
Hadith Sciences and Contemporary Relevance	Equip students with tools to critically analyze Hadith, its role in law, and refute modern misconceptions	12	HD.12.1	The student will critique the “Qur’an-only” argument using examples from Islamic tradition.

Aqeeda

Thematic Focus	Overall Goal	Grade Level	Standard Code	Standard Description
Foundations of Faith & Love of Allah	Develop an emotional connection with Allah rooted in love, trust, and basic understanding of belief.	KG	AQ.K.1	The student will identify that Allah is One and is the Creator of everything.
Foundations of Faith & Love of Allah	Develop an emotional connection with Allah rooted in love, trust, and basic understanding of belief.	KG	AQ.K.2	The student will recognize that Allah sees, hears, and knows everything they do.
Foundations of Faith & Love of Allah	Develop an emotional connection with Allah rooted in love, trust, and basic understanding of belief.	KG	AQ.K.3	The student will express love and trust in Allah through simple actions and words.
Foundations of Faith & Love of Allah	Develop an emotional connection with Allah rooted in love, trust, and basic understanding of belief.	1st	AQ.1.1	The student will describe three of Allah’s names and attributes (e.g., Ar-Rahman, Al-Khaliq, As-Sami’).
Foundations of Faith & Love of Allah	Develop an emotional connection with Allah rooted in love, trust, and basic understanding of belief.	1st	AQ.1.2	The student will recognize that belief in angels is part of being a Muslim.
Foundations of Faith & Love of Allah	Develop an emotional connection with Allah rooted in love, trust, and basic understanding of belief.	1st	AQ.1.3	The student will relate simple examples of Allah’s mercy and care in everyday life.
Foundations of Faith & Love of Allah	Develop an emotional connection with Allah rooted in love, trust, and basic understanding of belief.	2nd	AQ.2.1	The student will explain that Muslims believe in the unseen, including Allah and His angels.
Foundations of Faith & Love of Allah	Develop an emotional connection with Allah rooted in love, trust, and basic understanding of belief.	2nd	AQ.2.2	The student will identify Jannah as a reward from Allah and that good deeds bring us closer to it.
Foundations of Faith & Love of Allah	Develop an emotional connection with Allah rooted in love, trust, and basic understanding of belief.	2nd	AQ.2.3	The student will recall that Allah sent prophets to guide people to worship Him alone.
Pillars of Iman & Purpose of Creation	Introduce reasoning about core beliefs and life purpose, linking faith to identity.	3rd	AQ.3.1	The student will list and describe the six Pillars of Iman.
Pillars of Iman & Purpose of Creation	Introduce reasoning about core beliefs and life purpose, linking faith to identity.	3rd	AQ.3.2	The student will identify basic differences between humans, angels, and jinn.
Pillars of Iman & Purpose of Creation	Introduce reasoning about core beliefs and life purpose, linking faith to identity.	3rd	AQ.3.3	The student will explain that worshipping Allah is the purpose of life, using examples from daily life.
Pillars of Iman & Purpose of Creation	Introduce reasoning about core beliefs and life purpose, linking faith to identity.	3rd	AQ.3.4	The student will describe selected Names and Attributes of Allah related to His mercy, knowledge, and power.
Pillars of Iman & Purpose of Creation	Introduce reasoning about core beliefs and life purpose, linking faith to identity.	4th	AQ.4.1	The student will explain how belief in Allah’s knowledge of everything (Qadr) impacts Muslim choices.
Pillars of Iman & Purpose of Creation	Introduce reasoning about core beliefs and life purpose, linking faith to identity.	4th	AQ.4.2	The student will differentiate between angels and jinn with an age-appropriate introduction to jinn.
Pillars of Iman & Purpose of Creation	Introduce reasoning about core beliefs and life purpose, linking faith to identity.	4th	AQ.4.3	The student will describe how belief in Allah’s mercy and justice shapes our view of reward and punishment.
Pillars of Iman & Purpose of Creation	Introduce reasoning about core beliefs and life purpose, linking faith to identity.	5th	AQ.5.1	The student will categorize Tawheed into its three types: Rububiyyah, Uloohiyyah, and Asma wa Sifaat.
Pillars of Iman & Purpose of Creation	Introduce reasoning about core beliefs and life purpose, linking faith to identity.	5th	AQ.5.2	The student will explain the concept of Qadr in a simplified way and relate it to trust in Allah.
Pillars of Iman & Purpose of Creation	Introduce reasoning about core beliefs and life purpose, linking faith to identity.	5th	AQ.5.3	The student will identify signs of shirk in myths or media (e.g., fortune-telling, magic) and explain that Muslims avoid them.
True Belief vs. Falsehood: Identity & Conviction	Strengthen conviction and Islamic identity while addressing misconceptions and cultural challenges.	6th	AQ.6.1	The student will explain the three categories of Tawheed and give examples of each.
True Belief vs. Falsehood: Identity & Conviction	Strengthen conviction and Islamic identity while addressing misconceptions and cultural challenges.	6th	AQ.6.2	The student will define the meaning of 'Ibadah and describe its connection to Tawheed.
True Belief vs. Falsehood: Identity & Conviction	Strengthen conviction and Islamic identity while addressing misconceptions and cultural challenges.	6th	AQ.6.3	The student will distinguish between hypocrisy (nifaq) and true Iman with examples from the Seerah.
True Belief vs. Falsehood: Identity & Conviction	Strengthen conviction and Islamic identity while addressing misconceptions and cultural challenges.	7th	AQ.7.1	The student will analyze the role of tests and trials in strengthening or weakening faith.
True Belief vs. Falsehood: Identity & Conviction	Strengthen conviction and Islamic identity while addressing misconceptions and cultural challenges.	7th	AQ.7.2	The student will describe the events of Barzakh and their connection to the belief in the Afterlife.
True Belief vs. Falsehood: Identity & Conviction	Strengthen conviction and Islamic identity while addressing misconceptions and cultural challenges.	7th	AQ.7.3	The student will explain the relationship between Qadr, free will, and human responsibility.
True Belief vs. Falsehood: Identity & Conviction	Strengthen conviction and Islamic identity while addressing misconceptions and cultural challenges.	8th	AQ.8.1	The student will identify different types of shirk and give examples from contemporary culture and practices.
True Belief vs. Falsehood: Identity & Conviction	Strengthen conviction and Islamic identity while addressing misconceptions and cultural challenges.	8th	AQ.8.2	The student will evaluate how media and popular culture can influence belief, including the portrayal of jinn, magic, and supernatural forces.
True Belief vs. Falsehood: Identity & Conviction	Strengthen conviction and Islamic identity while addressing misconceptions and cultural challenges.	8th	AQ.8.3	The student will formulate du’as and adhkar used for spiritual protection and explain their purpose.
Belief in Action: Responding to Doubts, Defending Tawheed	Equip students with critical thinking tools to internalize, articulate, and defend Islamic beliefs in modern contexts.	9th	AQ.9.1	The student will analyze the philosophical foundations of Tawheed and how they align with the human fitrah.
Belief in Action: Responding to Doubts, Defending Tawheed	Equip students with critical thinking tools to internalize, articulate, and defend Islamic beliefs in modern contexts.	9th	AQ.9.2	The student will compare Islamic and secular worldviews in understanding creation, purpose, and morality.
Belief in Action: Responding to Doubts, Defending Tawheed	Equip students with critical thinking tools to internalize, articulate, and defend Islamic beliefs in modern contexts.	9th	AQ.9.3	The student will critique modern manifestations of shirk (e.g., astrology, energy healing, “manifestation”) from an Islamic lens.
Belief in Action: Responding to Doubts, Defending Tawheed	Equip students with critical thinking tools to internalize, articulate, and defend Islamic beliefs in modern contexts.	10th	AQ.10.1	The student will construct logical responses to common atheistic and agnostic arguments against belief in God.
Belief in Action: Responding to Doubts, Defending Tawheed	Equip students with critical thinking tools to internalize, articulate, and defend Islamic beliefs in modern contexts.	10th	AQ.10.2	The student will examine the concept of Qadr in depth, focusing on its implications for personal agency and accountability.
Belief in Action: Responding to Doubts, Defending Tawheed	Equip students with critical thinking tools to internalize, articulate, and defend Islamic beliefs in modern contexts.	10th	AQ.10.3	The student will explore the role of angels, jinn, and Shaytan in the unseen world, including their functions and impact on human behavior.
Belief in Action: Responding to Doubts, Defending Tawheed	Equip students with critical thinking tools to internalize, articulate, and defend Islamic beliefs in modern contexts.	11th	AQ.11.1	The student will assess contemporary movements or ideologies (e.g., new age spirituality, scientism, cultural Islam) through the lens of Aqeedah.
Belief in Action: Responding to Doubts, Defending Tawheed	Equip students with critical thinking tools to internalize, articulate, and defend Islamic beliefs in modern contexts.	11th	AQ.11.2	The student will evaluate how belief in Allah influences ethics, personal mission, and social responsibility.
Belief in Action: Responding to Doubts, Defending Tawheed	Equip students with critical thinking tools to internalize, articulate, and defend Islamic beliefs in modern contexts.	11th	AQ.11.3	The student will explain how love, fear, and hope in Allah form a balanced spiritual foundation.
Belief in Action: Responding to Doubts, Defending Tawheed	Equip students with critical thinking tools to internalize, articulate, and defend Islamic beliefs in modern contexts.	12th	AQ.12.1	The student will develop a personal creed statement that reflects core Aqeedah principles and addresses current societal challenges.
Belief in Action: Responding to Doubts, Defending Tawheed	Equip students with critical thinking tools to internalize, articulate, and defend Islamic beliefs in modern contexts.	12th	AQ.12.2	The student will lead a comparative debate or presentation defending Tawheed against an opposing worldview.
Belief in Action: Responding to Doubts, Defending Tawheed	Equip students with critical thinking tools to internalize, articulate, and defend Islamic beliefs in modern contexts.	12th	AQ.12.3	The student will synthesize their Aqeedah learning to articulate how it shapes their identity, purpose, and role in society.

Ibadat

Thematic Focus	Overall Goal	Grade Level	Standard Code	Standard Description
Love & Connection to Worship	Students should emotionally connect with the concept of worship, recognize basic acts, and begin to imitate them with love and excitement to please Allah.	KG	IB.K.1	The student will identify salah (prayer), duaa (supplication), and wudu (ablution) as ways we worship Allah.
Love & Connection to Worship	Students should emotionally connect with the concept of worship, recognize basic acts, and begin to imitate them with love and excitement to please Allah.	KG	IB.K.2	The student will recognize that Allah loves when we pray and remember Him.
Love & Connection to Worship	Students should emotionally connect with the concept of worship, recognize basic acts, and begin to imitate them with love and excitement to please Allah.	KG	IB.K.3	The student will imitate the physical movements of salah with basic understanding (e.g., standing, bowing, sujood).
Love & Connection to Worship	Students should emotionally connect with the concept of worship, recognize basic acts, and begin to imitate them with love and excitement to please Allah.	KG	IB.K.4	The student will participate in classroom activities that simulate basic acts of worship (e.g., pretend wudu station, duaa circle).
Love & Connection to Worship	Students should emotionally connect with the concept of worship, recognize basic acts, and begin to imitate them with love and excitement to please Allah.	1st	IB.1.1	The student will name and describe the five daily prayers.
Love & Connection to Worship	Students should emotionally connect with the concept of worship, recognize basic acts, and begin to imitate them with love and excitement to please Allah.	1st	IB.1.2	The student will identify the main steps of wudu in order.
Love & Connection to Worship	Students should emotionally connect with the concept of worship, recognize basic acts, and begin to imitate them with love and excitement to please Allah.	1st	IB.1.3	The student will express that we fast in Ramadan to obey and please Allah.
Love & Connection to Worship	Students should emotionally connect with the concept of worship, recognize basic acts, and begin to imitate them with love and excitement to please Allah.	1st	IB.1.4	The student will recite short duaas from the Sunnah (e.g., before eating, before sleeping).
Love & Connection to Worship	Students should emotionally connect with the concept of worship, recognize basic acts, and begin to imitate them with love and excitement to please Allah.	1st	IB.1.5	The student will demonstrate respectful behavior during prayer time (stillness, silence, facing qiblah).
Love & Connection to Worship	Students should emotionally connect with the concept of worship, recognize basic acts, and begin to imitate them with love and excitement to please Allah.	2nd	IB.2.1	The student will explain why Muslims perform salah and how it brings them closer to Allah.
Love & Connection to Worship	Students should emotionally connect with the concept of worship, recognize basic acts, and begin to imitate them with love and excitement to please Allah.	2nd	IB.2.2	The student will perform a complete wudu with guidance and identify what breaks it.
Love & Connection to Worship	Students should emotionally connect with the concept of worship, recognize basic acts, and begin to imitate them with love and excitement to please Allah.	2nd	IB.2.3	The student will identify zakah as sharing with those in need and understand that it is an obligation.
Love & Connection to Worship	Students should emotionally connect with the concept of worship, recognize basic acts, and begin to imitate them with love and excitement to please Allah.	2nd	IB.2.4	The student will name at least three acts of worship and match them to the correct time or place (e.g., salah – daily, sawm – Ramadan).
Love & Connection to Worship	Students should emotionally connect with the concept of worship, recognize basic acts, and begin to imitate them with love and excitement to please Allah.	2nd	IB.2.5	The student will show eagerness to participate in acts of worship at school and home, connecting them with love for Allah.
Developing Identity through Worship	Students build habits of correct practice and begin to understand the rules and meanings behind their worship, forming early personal accountability.	3rd	IB.3.1	The student will identify the pillars and conditions of salah, including facing the qiblah, purity, and time.
Developing Identity through Worship	Students build habits of correct practice and begin to understand the rules and meanings behind their worship, forming early personal accountability.	3rd	IB.3.2	The student will list the steps of wudu and explain what nullifies it.
Developing Identity through Worship	Students build habits of correct practice and begin to understand the rules and meanings behind their worship, forming early personal accountability.	3rd	IB.3.3	The student will describe why fasting in Ramadan is important and list who must fast.
Developing Identity through Worship	Students build habits of correct practice and begin to understand the rules and meanings behind their worship, forming early personal accountability.	3rd	IB.3.4	The student will explain the concept of zakah and name the types of people who receive it.
Developing Identity through Worship	Students build habits of correct practice and begin to understand the rules and meanings behind their worship, forming early personal accountability.	3rd	IB.3.5	The student will recognize the importance of niyyah (intention) in all acts of worship.
Developing Identity through Worship	Students build habits of correct practice and begin to understand the rules and meanings behind their worship, forming early personal accountability.	4th	IB.4.1	The student will perform the complete salah independently, including proper positions and sayings.
Developing Identity through Worship	Students build habits of correct practice and begin to understand the rules and meanings behind their worship, forming early personal accountability.	4th	IB.4.2	The student will explain the spiritual benefits of salah and fasting using real-life examples.
Developing Identity through Worship	Students build habits of correct practice and begin to understand the rules and meanings behind their worship, forming early personal accountability.	4th	IB.4.3	The student will differentiate between zakah and sadaqah, and explain their impact on society.
Developing Identity through Worship	Students build habits of correct practice and begin to understand the rules and meanings behind their worship, forming early personal accountability.	4th	IB.4.4	The student will describe the importance of Jumu’ah prayer, its etiquette, and its special status.
Developing Identity through Worship	Students build habits of correct practice and begin to understand the rules and meanings behind their worship, forming early personal accountability.	4th	IB.4.5	The student will understand the role of dhikr and duaa as ongoing acts of worship beyond formal prayer.
Developing Identity through Worship	Students build habits of correct practice and begin to understand the rules and meanings behind their worship, forming early personal accountability.	5th	IB.5.1	The student will identify the five pillars of Islam, with emphasis on acts of worship (salah, sawm, zakah, hajj).
Developing Identity through Worship	Students build habits of correct practice and begin to understand the rules and meanings behind their worship, forming early personal accountability.	5th	IB.5.2	The student will explore common mistakes in wudu and salah and how to correct them.
Developing Identity through Worship	Students build habits of correct practice and begin to understand the rules and meanings behind their worship, forming early personal accountability.	5th	IB.5.3	The student will describe the journey of Hajj, including its major rituals and spiritual meaning.
Developing Identity through Worship	Students build habits of correct practice and begin to understand the rules and meanings behind their worship, forming early personal accountability.	5th	IB.5.4	The student will evaluate the effect of consistent worship on personal character and discipline.
Developing Identity through Worship	Students build habits of correct practice and begin to understand the rules and meanings behind their worship, forming early personal accountability.	5th	IB.5.5	The student will relate acts of worship to being a better Muslim in family, school, and society.
Purpose and Discipline of Worship	Students deepen their knowledge of the rulings behind acts of worship, explore their spiritual meaning, and begin to take personal responsibility in their religious life.	6th	IB.6.1	The student will define and differentiate between fard, sunnah, nafl, and makruh acts within salah.
Purpose and Discipline of Worship	Students deepen their knowledge of the rulings behind acts of worship, explore their spiritual meaning, and begin to take personal responsibility in their religious life.	6th	IB.6.2	The student will explain the conditions, pillars, and nullifiers of salah in detail.
Purpose and Discipline of Worship	Students deepen their knowledge of the rulings behind acts of worship, explore their spiritual meaning, and begin to take personal responsibility in their religious life.	6th	IB.6.3	The student will analyze the role of fasting in building self-control and taqwa, using verses and hadith.
Purpose and Discipline of Worship	Students deepen their knowledge of the rulings behind acts of worship, explore their spiritual meaning, and begin to take personal responsibility in their religious life.	6th	IB.6.4	The student will describe the types of zakah (e.g., zakat al-mal, zakat al-fitr) and calculate sample amounts.
Purpose and Discipline of Worship	Students deepen their knowledge of the rulings behind acts of worship, explore their spiritual meaning, and begin to take personal responsibility in their religious life.	6th	IB.6.5	The student will identify the major acts of worship during Hajj and their significance, including ihram, tawaf, and Arafah.
Purpose and Discipline of Worship	Students deepen their knowledge of the rulings behind acts of worship, explore their spiritual meaning, and begin to take personal responsibility in their religious life.	7th	IB.7.1	The student will compare and contrast acts of worship across the four madhahib in selected topics (e.g., wudu differences, Jumuah requirements).
Purpose and Discipline of Worship	Students deepen their knowledge of the rulings behind acts of worship, explore their spiritual meaning, and begin to take personal responsibility in their religious life.	7th	IB.7.2	The student will examine exceptions in worship, including travelers, the sick, and women during menstruation.
Purpose and Discipline of Worship	Students deepen their knowledge of the rulings behind acts of worship, explore their spiritual meaning, and begin to take personal responsibility in their religious life.	7th	IB.7.3	The student will explain the spiritual dimensions of duaa, including sincerity, persistence, and etiquette.
Purpose and Discipline of Worship	Students deepen their knowledge of the rulings behind acts of worship, explore their spiritual meaning, and begin to take personal responsibility in their religious life.	7th	IB.7.4	The student will analyze the social impact of zakah and sadaqah, including in contemporary settings.
Purpose and Discipline of Worship	Students deepen their knowledge of the rulings behind acts of worship, explore their spiritual meaning, and begin to take personal responsibility in their religious life.	7th	IB.7.5	The student will participate in class debates or presentations on why worship matters in modern life.
Purpose and Discipline of Worship	Students deepen their knowledge of the rulings behind acts of worship, explore their spiritual meaning, and begin to take personal responsibility in their religious life.	8th	IB.8.1	The student will research specific fiqh rulings of purification and prayer, citing sources (Qur’an, Hadith, classical texts).
Purpose and Discipline of Worship	Students deepen their knowledge of the rulings behind acts of worship, explore their spiritual meaning, and begin to take personal responsibility in their religious life.	8th	IB.8.2	The student will apply real-life scenarios to rulings of fasting, zakah, and prayer (e.g., sports and fasting, working during salah time).
Purpose and Discipline of Worship	Students deepen their knowledge of the rulings behind acts of worship, explore their spiritual meaning, and begin to take personal responsibility in their religious life.	8th	IB.8.3	The student will construct arguments defending the wisdom of prescribed acts of worship in light of common misconceptions.
Purpose and Discipline of Worship	Students deepen their knowledge of the rulings behind acts of worship, explore their spiritual meaning, and begin to take personal responsibility in their religious life.	8th	IB.8.4	The student will evaluate how regular worship shapes one’s moral decisions and personal growth.
Purpose and Discipline of Worship	Students deepen their knowledge of the rulings behind acts of worship, explore their spiritual meaning, and begin to take personal responsibility in their religious life.	8th	IB.8.5	The student will demonstrate leadership by organizing and leading aspects of school worship, such as adhan, salah setup, or Jumuah khutbahs.
Mastery, Reflection & Application	Students engage critically with fiqh and the philosophy of worship, apply rulings to contemporary contexts, and internalize worship as a lifelong discipline and spiritual anchor.	9th	IB.9.1	The student will explain the differences between conditions, pillars, obligations, and sunnah acts in salah and wudu using evidences.
Mastery, Reflection & Application	Students engage critically with fiqh and the philosophy of worship, apply rulings to contemporary contexts, and internalize worship as a lifelong discipline and spiritual anchor.	9th	IB.9.2	The student will compare opinions of major madhahib on at least one act of worship (e.g., wiping over socks, combining prayers) with source references.
Mastery, Reflection & Application	Students engage critically with fiqh and the philosophy of worship, apply rulings to contemporary contexts, and internalize worship as a lifelong discipline and spiritual anchor.	9th	IB.9.3	The student will analyze ethical values embedded in fasting (e.g., empathy, control, gratitude) through journaling or reflection papers.
Mastery, Reflection & Application	Students engage critically with fiqh and the philosophy of worship, apply rulings to contemporary contexts, and internalize worship as a lifelong discipline and spiritual anchor.	9th	IB.9.4	The student will present a case study applying zakah calculations to real-world scenarios, including assets, debts, and recipients.
Mastery, Reflection & Application	Students engage critically with fiqh and the philosophy of worship, apply rulings to contemporary contexts, and internalize worship as a lifelong discipline and spiritual anchor.	9th	IB.9.5	The student will reflect on how daily acts of worship influence identity formation in a secular world.
Mastery, Reflection & Application	Students engage critically with fiqh and the philosophy of worship, apply rulings to contemporary contexts, and internalize worship as a lifelong discipline and spiritual anchor.	10th	IB.10.1	The student will evaluate contemporary challenges to salah (e.g., school/work conflicts, social anxiety) and propose shariah-based accommodations.
Mastery, Reflection & Application	Students engage critically with fiqh and the philosophy of worship, apply rulings to contemporary contexts, and internalize worship as a lifelong discipline and spiritual anchor.	10th	IB.10.2	The student will demonstrate understanding of purity laws (taharah) in nuanced contexts (e.g., menstruation, janabah, ghusl requirements).
Mastery, Reflection & Application	Students engage critically with fiqh and the philosophy of worship, apply rulings to contemporary contexts, and internalize worship as a lifelong discipline and spiritual anchor.	10th	IB.10.3	The student will articulate the hikmah (wisdom) behind ritual regularity in Islam and its psychological/spiritual effects.
Mastery, Reflection & Application	Students engage critically with fiqh and the philosophy of worship, apply rulings to contemporary contexts, and internalize worship as a lifelong discipline and spiritual anchor.	10th	IB.10.4	The student will conduct an inter-madhhab comparative analysis on Friday prayer, citing classical texts and scholarly fatwas.
Mastery, Reflection & Application	Students engage critically with fiqh and the philosophy of worship, apply rulings to contemporary contexts, and internalize worship as a lifelong discipline and spiritual anchor.	10th	IB.10.5	The student will explain how worship contributes to global Muslim unity, despite fiqh diversity.
Mastery, Reflection & Application	Students engage critically with fiqh and the philosophy of worship, apply rulings to contemporary contexts, and internalize worship as a lifelong discipline and spiritual anchor.	11th	IB.11.1	The student will explore the intersection between fiqh and maqasid (objectives) of worship, particularly taqwa, discipline, and purification.
Mastery, Reflection & Application	Students engage critically with fiqh and the philosophy of worship, apply rulings to contemporary contexts, and internalize worship as a lifelong discipline and spiritual anchor.	11th	IB.11.2	The student will analyze fatwas from different parts of the world on prayer timing, fasting in extreme climates, etc., and evaluate contextual reasoning.
Mastery, Reflection & Application	Students engage critically with fiqh and the philosophy of worship, apply rulings to contemporary contexts, and internalize worship as a lifelong discipline and spiritual anchor.	11th	IB.11.3	The student will design and lead a school-wide ibadah campaign (e.g., prayer challenge, sadaqah week, duaa wall).
Mastery, Reflection & Application	Students engage critically with fiqh and the philosophy of worship, apply rulings to contemporary contexts, and internalize worship as a lifelong discipline and spiritual anchor.	11th	IB.11.4	The student will produce a reflective essay or video addressing how worship shaped a key moment in their life.
Mastery, Reflection & Application	Students engage critically with fiqh and the philosophy of worship, apply rulings to contemporary contexts, and internalize worship as a lifelong discipline and spiritual anchor.	11th	IB.11.5	The student will research rituals in other faiths and compare them respectfully to Islamic practices to understand universality and distinction.
Mastery, Reflection & Application	Students engage critically with fiqh and the philosophy of worship, apply rulings to contemporary contexts, and internalize worship as a lifelong discipline and spiritual anchor.	12th	IB.12.1	The student will evaluate complex fiqh cases involving worship in modern life (e.g., salat in zero gravity, zakah on crypto assets, fasting with medical conditions).
Mastery, Reflection & Application	Students engage critically with fiqh and the philosophy of worship, apply rulings to contemporary contexts, and internalize worship as a lifelong discipline and spiritual anchor.	12th	IB.12.2	The student will reflect on the lifelong role of worship through the lens of personal, family, and societal responsibility.
Mastery, Reflection & Application	Students engage critically with fiqh and the philosophy of worship, apply rulings to contemporary contexts, and internalize worship as a lifelong discipline and spiritual anchor.	12th	IB.12.3	The student will defend or critique scholarly opinions on controversial topics in ibadah using primary sources.
Mastery, Reflection & Application	Students engage critically with fiqh and the philosophy of worship, apply rulings to contemporary contexts, and internalize worship as a lifelong discipline and spiritual anchor.	12th	IB.12.4	The student will formulate a personal worship plan for life after high school that addresses time management, goals, and struggles.
Mastery, Reflection & Application	Students engage critically with fiqh and the philosophy of worship, apply rulings to contemporary contexts, and internalize worship as a lifelong discipline and spiritual anchor.	12th	IB.12.5	The student will deliver a final capstone presentation on “What Worship Means to Me as a Muslim American,” integrating fiqh, reflection, and identity.

Mu'amalat

Thematic Focus	Overall Goal	Grade Level	Standard Code	Standard Description
Treating Others with Kindness	Instill foundational values of kindness, fairness, and honesty in personal interactions.	KG	MU.K.1	Recognize that being kind, fair, and honest is part of being a good Muslim.
Treating Others with Kindness	Instill foundational values of kindness, fairness, and honesty in personal interactions.	KG	MU.K.2	Identify examples of sharing and helping others in everyday life.
Treating Others with Kindness	Instill foundational values of kindness, fairness, and honesty in personal interactions.	1st	MU.1.1	Explain why it is important to return things that don’t belong to us.
Treating Others with Kindness	Instill foundational values of kindness, fairness, and honesty in personal interactions.	1st	MU.1.2	Recognize situations that show fairness or unfairness.
Treating Others with Kindness	Instill foundational values of kindness, fairness, and honesty in personal interactions.	2nd	MU.2.1	Describe how honesty and keeping promises affect friendships.
Treating Others with Kindness	Instill foundational values of kindness, fairness, and honesty in personal interactions.	2nd	MU.2.2	Identify the difference between borrowing and stealing.
Honoring Trust and Property	Introduce responsibility, trustworthiness, and basic financial ethics.	3rd	MU.3.1	Understand the meaning of amanah (trust) in Islam.
Honoring Trust and Property	Introduce responsibility, trustworthiness, and basic financial ethics.	3rd	MU.3.2	Describe appropriate behavior when borrowing or lending items.
Honoring Trust and Property	Introduce responsibility, trustworthiness, and basic financial ethics.	4th	MU.4.1	Identify basic financial dealings like trade and charity in Islam.
Honoring Trust and Property	Introduce responsibility, trustworthiness, and basic financial ethics.	4th	MU.4.2	Explain why Islam encourages fairness in buying and selling.
Honoring Trust and Property	Introduce responsibility, trustworthiness, and basic financial ethics.	5th	MU.5.1	Recognize the rights and responsibilities in agreements and promises.
Honoring Trust and Property	Introduce responsibility, trustworthiness, and basic financial ethics.	5th	MU.5.2	Identify how zakat helps society and those in need.
Ethical Financial Behavior & Contracts	Develop awareness of financial dealings, ethical contracts, and cooperation.	6th	MU.6.1	Differentiate between halal and haram income with examples.
Ethical Financial Behavior & Contracts	Develop awareness of financial dealings, ethical contracts, and cooperation.	6th	MU.6.2	Explain how Islam views interest (riba) and why it is prohibited.
Ethical Financial Behavior & Contracts	Develop awareness of financial dealings, ethical contracts, and cooperation.	7th	MU.7.1	Understand the importance of clear contracts in financial dealings.
Ethical Financial Behavior & Contracts	Develop awareness of financial dealings, ethical contracts, and cooperation.	7th	MU.7.2	Analyze a case of fair vs. unfair wages or treatment of workers.
Ethical Financial Behavior & Contracts	Develop awareness of financial dealings, ethical contracts, and cooperation.	8th	MU.8.1	Explore cooperation and mutual benefit in community projects.
Ethical Financial Behavior & Contracts	Develop awareness of financial dealings, ethical contracts, and cooperation.	8th	MU.8.2	Explain the Islamic principles behind charitable giving (sadaqah and zakat).
Social Justice, Financial Ethics & Civic Responsibility	Promote critical understanding of Islamic financial ethics and their role in shaping a just society.	9th	MU.9.1	Investigate the foundations of Islamic finance and its goals.
Social Justice, Financial Ethics & Civic Responsibility	Promote critical understanding of Islamic financial ethics and their role in shaping a just society.	9th	MU.9.2	Discuss the impact of ethical business practices on society.
Social Justice, Financial Ethics & Civic Responsibility	Promote critical understanding of Islamic financial ethics and their role in shaping a just society.	10th	MU.10.1	Analyze real-world examples of economic injustice and Islamic solutions.
Social Justice, Financial Ethics & Civic Responsibility	Promote critical understanding of Islamic financial ethics and their role in shaping a just society.	10th	MU.10.2	Compare Islamic finance models to conventional systems.
Social Justice, Financial Ethics & Civic Responsibility	Promote critical understanding of Islamic financial ethics and their role in shaping a just society.	11th	MU.11.1	Design a zakat budget based on a hypothetical scenario.
Social Justice, Financial Ethics & Civic Responsibility	Promote critical understanding of Islamic financial ethics and their role in shaping a just society.	11th	MU.11.2	Evaluate the ethical responsibilities of entrepreneurs in Islam.
Social Justice, Financial Ethics & Civic Responsibility	Promote critical understanding of Islamic financial ethics and their role in shaping a just society.	12th	MU.12.1	Reflect on the role of financial justice in building a moral society.
Social Justice, Financial Ethics & Civic Responsibility	Promote critical understanding of Islamic financial ethics and their role in shaping a just society.	12th	MU.12.2	Propose a community service or business plan rooted in Islamic ethics.

Akhlaq

Thematic Focus	Overall Goal	Grade Level	Standard Code	Standard Description
Foundations of Good Character	Introduce students to basic virtues and help them internalize them through simple actions	KG	AK.K.1	The student will identify acts of kindness and describe why they are good.
Foundations of Good Character	Introduce students to basic virtues and help them internalize them through simple actions	KG	AK.K.2	The student will demonstrate respect toward parents, teachers, and elders through actions and words.
Foundations of Good Character	Introduce students to basic virtues and help them internalize them through simple actions	1st	AK.1.1	The student will explain the importance of truthfulness and honesty in speech and actions.
Foundations of Good Character	Introduce students to basic virtues and help them internalize them through simple actions	1st	AK.1.2	The student will practice sharing and helping others in class and at home.
Foundations of Good Character	Introduce students to basic virtues and help them internalize them through simple actions	2nd	AK.2.1	The student will identify the consequences of lying and disobedience.
Foundations of Good Character	Introduce students to basic virtues and help them internalize them through simple actions	2nd	AK.2.2	The student will give examples of how to show patience and respect in daily life.
Personal Responsibility & Peer Relations	Develop a deeper sense of accountability, honesty, and empathy in social interactions	3rd	AK.3.1	The student will analyze how honesty builds trust among friends and family.
Personal Responsibility & Peer Relations	Develop a deeper sense of accountability, honesty, and empathy in social interactions	3rd	AK.3.2	The student will describe and practice forgiveness in the context of peer conflict.
Personal Responsibility & Peer Relations	Develop a deeper sense of accountability, honesty, and empathy in social interactions	4th	AK.4.1	The student will evaluate different responses to conflict and identify those aligned with Islamic values.
Personal Responsibility & Peer Relations	Develop a deeper sense of accountability, honesty, and empathy in social interactions	4th	AK.4.2	The student will demonstrate cooperation and teamwork in class projects and activities.
Personal Responsibility & Peer Relations	Develop a deeper sense of accountability, honesty, and empathy in social interactions	5th	AK.5.1	The student will discuss the value of empathy and apply it in group and social settings.
Personal Responsibility & Peer Relations	Develop a deeper sense of accountability, honesty, and empathy in social interactions	5th	AK.5.2	The student will reflect on personal responsibility in their behavior and decision-making.
Internalizing Morality & Decision Making	Encourage students to reflect on internal character and moral choices in increasingly complex settings	6th	AK.6.1	The student will explain the concept of sincerity (ikhlas) and its role in intentions and actions.
Internalizing Morality & Decision Making	Encourage students to reflect on internal character and moral choices in increasingly complex settings	6th	AK.6.2	The student will describe situations requiring self-control and how to apply it.
Internalizing Morality & Decision Making	Encourage students to reflect on internal character and moral choices in increasingly complex settings	7th	AK.7.1	The student will evaluate the importance of modesty and humility in a Muslim's daily conduct.
Internalizing Morality & Decision Making	Encourage students to reflect on internal character and moral choices in increasingly complex settings	7th	AK.7.2	The student will apply strategies to guard the tongue and avoid harmful speech.
Internalizing Morality & Decision Making	Encourage students to reflect on internal character and moral choices in increasingly complex settings	8th	AK.8.1	The student will develop a personal code of behavior based on Islamic values.
Internalizing Morality & Decision Making	Encourage students to reflect on internal character and moral choices in increasingly complex settings	8th	AK.8.2	The student will analyze moral dilemmas and assess them using Islamic principles.
Character in Complex Social Contexts	Prepare students to navigate peer influence and societal challenges with fairness and justice	9th	AK.9.1	The student will explore examples of moral courage in Islamic history and relate them to contemporary issues.
Character in Complex Social Contexts	Promote critical understanding of Islamic financial ethics and their role in shaping a just society.	9th	AK.9.2	The student will formulate responses to peer pressure using Islamic principles of justice and integrity.
Character in Complex Social Contexts	Prepare students to navigate peer influence and societal challenges with fairness and justice	10th	AK.10.1	The student will examine the role of character in leadership from an Islamic perspective.
Character in Complex Social Contexts	Prepare students to navigate peer influence and societal challenges with fairness and justice	10th	AK.10.2	The student will reflect on their personal growth in character through journaling and peer feedback.
Ethical Leadership & Legacy	Guide students to lead by example and leave behind a legacy rooted in Islamic moral excellence	11th	AK.11.1	The student will analyze the concept of Ihsan and apply it to ethical decision-making.
Ethical Leadership & Legacy	Guide students to lead by example and leave behind a legacy rooted in Islamic moral excellence	11th	AK.11.2	The student will research historical Muslim figures known for their exemplary character and contributions.
Ethical Leadership & Legacy	Guide students to lead by example and leave behind a legacy rooted in Islamic moral excellence	12th	AK.12.1	The student will demonstrate consistency between public and private behavior in projects and reflections.
Ethical Leadership & Legacy	Guide students to lead by example and leave behind a legacy rooted in Islamic moral excellence	12th	AK.12.2	The student will mentor younger peers or lead a project reflecting the moral values of Islamic leadership.

Seerah

Thematic Focus	Overall Goal	Grade Level	Standard Code	Standard Description
Loving the Prophet ﷺ	To build emotional connection and admiration for the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ through simple stories and loving actions.	KG	SE.K.1	Identify that Prophet Muhammad ﷺ is the final messenger of Allah.
Loving the Prophet ﷺ	To build emotional connection and admiration for the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ through simple stories and loving actions.	KG	SE.K.2	Recognize that the Prophet ﷺ was kind and loved children.
Loving the Prophet ﷺ	To build emotional connection and admiration for the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ through simple stories and loving actions.	1st	SE.1.1	Retell simple stories from the life of the Prophet ﷺ that show good character.
Loving the Prophet ﷺ	To build emotional connection and admiration for the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ through simple stories and loving actions.	1st	SE.1.2	Express love and admiration for the Prophet ﷺ through words and actions.
Loving the Prophet ﷺ	To build emotional connection and admiration for the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ through simple stories and loving actions.	2nd	SE.2.1	Identify key facts about the Prophet’s ﷺ early life (birthplace, family, honesty).
Loving the Prophet ﷺ	To build emotional connection and admiration for the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ through simple stories and loving actions.	2nd	SE.2.2	Describe how the Prophet ﷺ treated others with fairness and compassion.
The Early Life and Mission	To understand the early life of the Prophet ﷺ, the beginning of revelation, and the values of honesty and perseverance.	3rd	SE.3.1	Describe the environment and events of Makkah before the revelation.
The Early Life and Mission	To understand the early life of the Prophet ﷺ, the beginning of revelation, and the values of honesty and perseverance.	3rd	SE.3.2	Understand the significance of the first revelation and early Muslims.
The Early Life and Mission	To understand the early life of the Prophet ﷺ, the beginning of revelation, and the values of honesty and perseverance.	4th	SE.4.1	Sequence major events from the Prophet’s ﷺ life in chronological order.
The Early Life and Mission	To understand the early life of the Prophet ﷺ, the beginning of revelation, and the values of honesty and perseverance.	4th	SE.4.2	Identify traits that earned the Prophet ﷺ the title “Al-Ameen.”
The Early Life and Mission	To understand the early life of the Prophet ﷺ, the beginning of revelation, and the values of honesty and perseverance.	5th	SE.5.1	Summarize challenges faced by the Prophet ﷺ in Makkah and his perseverance.
The Early Life and Mission	To understand the early life of the Prophet ﷺ, the beginning of revelation, and the values of honesty and perseverance.	5th	SE.5.2	Connect stories from the Seerah to lessons in personal character and da’wah.
Migration and Building the Ummah	To explore the Prophet’s ﷺ leadership, the Hijrah, community-building in Madinah, and his strategic and social contributions.	6th	SE.6.1	Analyze the reasons and planning behind the Hijrah to Madinah.
Migration and Building the Ummah	To explore the Prophet’s ﷺ leadership, the Hijrah, community-building in Madinah, and his strategic and social contributions.	6th	SE.6.2	Identify the key features of the Prophet’s ﷺ leadership in Madinah.
Migration and Building the Ummah	To explore the Prophet’s ﷺ leadership, the Hijrah, community-building in Madinah, and his strategic and social contributions.	7th	SE.7.1	Explain the purpose and outcomes of key battles during the Prophet’s ﷺ time.
Migration and Building the Ummah	To explore the Prophet’s ﷺ leadership, the Hijrah, community-building in Madinah, and his strategic and social contributions.	7th	SE.7.2	Explore the Prophet’s ﷺ role in uniting the Muhajireen and Ansar.
Migration and Building the Ummah	To explore the Prophet’s ﷺ leadership, the Hijrah, community-building in Madinah, and his strategic and social contributions.	8th	SE.8.1	Evaluate the Prophet’s ﷺ diplomatic skills and treaties (e.g., Hudaybiyyah).
Migration and Building the Ummah	To explore the Prophet’s ﷺ leadership, the Hijrah, community-building in Madinah, and his strategic and social contributions.	8th	SE.8.2	Reflect on the Prophet’s ﷺ personal qualities as a leader, father, and friend.
Legacy and Global Impact	To evaluate the Seerah as a comprehensive model for leadership, social reform, and global relevance.	9th	SE.9.1	Analyze the Prophet’s ﷺ Farewell Sermon and its relevance today.
Legacy and Global Impact	To evaluate the Seerah as a comprehensive model for leadership, social reform, and global relevance.	9th	SE.9.2	Compare leadership models using the Seerah and modern political frameworks.
Legacy and Global Impact	To evaluate the Seerah as a comprehensive model for leadership, social reform, and global relevance.	10th	SE.10.1	Examine the impact of the Prophet’s ﷺ character and message on world history.
Legacy and Global Impact	To evaluate the Seerah as a comprehensive model for leadership, social reform, and global relevance.	10th	SE.10.2	Evaluate key turning points in the Seerah and their long-term effects.
Legacy and Global Impact	To evaluate the Seerah as a comprehensive model for leadership, social reform, and global relevance.	11th	SE.11.1	Use Seerah events to extract timeless lessons for community reform.
Legacy and Global Impact	To evaluate the Seerah as a comprehensive model for leadership, social reform, and global relevance.	11th	SE.11.2	Analyze the Prophet’s ﷺ strategies for social change and justice.
Legacy and Global Impact	To evaluate the Seerah as a comprehensive model for leadership, social reform, and global relevance.	12th	SE.12.1	Synthesize lessons from the Seerah into a personal leadership model.
Legacy and Global Impact	To evaluate the Seerah as a comprehensive model for leadership, social reform, and global relevance.	12th	SE.12.2	Develop a capstone project applying Seerah principles to contemporary issues.

Fiqh

Thematic Focus	Overall Goal	Grade Level	Standard Code	Standard Description
Introduction to Rules and Cleanliness	To introduce children to the foundational aspects of cleanliness and simple daily worship acts.	KG	FQ.K.1	Recognize that cleanliness is part of faith in Islam.
Introduction to Rules and Cleanliness	To introduce children to the foundational aspects of cleanliness and simple daily worship acts.	KG	FQ.K.2	Identify clean vs. unclean items in daily life (e.g., clothes, food, body).
Introduction to Rules and Cleanliness	To introduce children to the foundational aspects of cleanliness and simple daily worship acts.	KG	FQ.K.3	Demonstrate simple steps of wudu with guidance.
Introduction to Rules and Cleanliness	To introduce children to the foundational aspects of cleanliness and simple daily worship acts.	1st	FQ.1.1	Describe the importance of washing before prayer.
Introduction to Rules and Cleanliness	To introduce children to the foundational aspects of cleanliness and simple daily worship acts.	1st	FQ.1.2	Identify basic body parts washed in wudu.
Introduction to Rules and Cleanliness	To introduce children to the foundational aspects of cleanliness and simple daily worship acts.	1st	FQ.1.3	Understand that some actions are halal (permissible) and some are haram (forbidden).
Introduction to Rules and Cleanliness	To introduce children to the foundational aspects of cleanliness and simple daily worship acts.	2nd	FQ.2.1	Sequence the steps of wudu in the correct order.
Introduction to Rules and Cleanliness	To introduce children to the foundational aspects of cleanliness and simple daily worship acts.	2nd	FQ.2.2	Explain the concept of taharah (purity) in Islam.
Introduction to Rules and Cleanliness	To introduce children to the foundational aspects of cleanliness and simple daily worship acts.	2nd	FQ.2.3	Identify situations that require washing hands, face, and body (basic hygiene).
Acts of Worship and Personal Conduct	To build student understanding of basic acts of worship and personal conduct.	3rd	FQ.3.1	List the types of purification (wudu, ghusl, tayammum).
Acts of Worship and Personal Conduct	To build student understanding of basic acts of worship and personal conduct.	3rd	FQ.3.2	Identify the five daily prayers and their times.
Acts of Worship and Personal Conduct	To build student understanding of basic acts of worship and personal conduct.	3rd	FQ.3.3	Explain the importance of fasting during Ramadan.
Acts of Worship and Personal Conduct	To build student understanding of basic acts of worship and personal conduct.	4th	FQ.4.1	Describe the steps of ghusl and situations that require it.
Acts of Worship and Personal Conduct	To build student understanding of basic acts of worship and personal conduct.	4th	FQ.4.2	Explain what breaks wudu and how to renew it.
Acts of Worship and Personal Conduct	To build student understanding of basic acts of worship and personal conduct.	4th	FQ.4.3	Recognize which foods are halal or haram.
Acts of Worship and Personal Conduct	To build student understanding of basic acts of worship and personal conduct.	5th	FQ.5.1	Understand the conditions for a valid prayer.
Acts of Worship and Personal Conduct	To build student understanding of basic acts of worship and personal conduct.	5th	FQ.5.2	Explain the pillars of salah and their meanings.
Acts of Worship and Personal Conduct	To build student understanding of basic acts of worship and personal conduct.	5th	FQ.5.3	Identify who should receive zakah.
Systematic Jurisprudence Foundations	To deepen understanding of fiqh through structured principles and applications.	6th	FQ.6.1	Explain the categories of Islamic rulings (fard, wajib, sunnah, etc.).
Systematic Jurisprudence Foundations	To deepen understanding of fiqh through structured principles and applications.	6th	FQ.6.2	Describe the nullifiers of prayer.
Systematic Jurisprudence Foundations	To deepen understanding of fiqh through structured principles and applications.	6th	FQ.6.3	Explain the basic conditions for valid transactions.
Systematic Jurisprudence Foundations	To deepen understanding of fiqh through structured principles and applications.	7th	FQ.7.1	Compare the types of zakah and their recipients.
Systematic Jurisprudence Foundations	To deepen understanding of fiqh through structured principles and applications.	7th	FQ.7.2	Describe the conditions and rituals of Hajj.
Systematic Jurisprudence Foundations	To deepen understanding of fiqh through structured principles and applications.	7th	FQ.7.3	Analyze real-life examples of valid and invalid contracts.
Systematic Jurisprudence Foundations	To deepen understanding of fiqh through structured principles and applications.	8th	FQ.8.1	Evaluate different scenarios that may invalidate acts of worship.
Systematic Jurisprudence Foundations	To deepen understanding of fiqh through structured principles and applications.	8th	FQ.8.2	Apply the principles of fiqh to hypothetical daily life questions.
Systematic Jurisprudence Foundations	To deepen understanding of fiqh through structured principles and applications.	8th	FQ.8.3	Compare rules of worship among different madhahib.
Application & Analysis of Fiqh	To explore advanced legal reasoning and contextual application of fiqh in contemporary settings.	9th	FQ.9.1	Identify the primary sources of Islamic law.
Application & Analysis of Fiqh	To explore advanced legal reasoning and contextual application of fiqh in contemporary settings.	9th	FQ.9.2	Understand the role of ijma’ and qiyas in deriving rulings.
Application & Analysis of Fiqh	To explore advanced legal reasoning and contextual application of fiqh in contemporary settings.	9th	FQ.9.3	Explain the concept of maqasid ash-shariah.
Application & Analysis of Fiqh	To explore advanced legal reasoning and contextual application of fiqh in contemporary settings.	10th	FQ.10.1	Compare legal rulings across major madhahib in specific issues.
Application & Analysis of Fiqh	To explore advanced legal reasoning and contextual application of fiqh in contemporary settings.	10th	FQ.10.2	Apply qiyas to a new situation.
Application & Analysis of Fiqh	To explore advanced legal reasoning and contextual application of fiqh in contemporary settings.	10th	FQ.10.3	Analyze the balance between individual benefit and societal welfare in fiqh.
Application & Analysis of Fiqh	To explore advanced legal reasoning and contextual application of fiqh in contemporary settings.	11th	FQ.11.1	Evaluate fiqh rulings in the context of legal systems in Muslim-majority countries.
Application & Analysis of Fiqh	To explore advanced legal reasoning and contextual application of fiqh in contemporary settings.	11th	FQ.11.2	Research contemporary issues and their treatment by Islamic scholars.
Application & Analysis of Fiqh	To explore advanced legal reasoning and contextual application of fiqh in contemporary settings.	11th	FQ.11.3	Present an argument using a structured fiqh methodology.
Application & Analysis of Fiqh	To explore advanced legal reasoning and contextual application of fiqh in contemporary settings.	12th	FQ.12.1	Synthesize a fiqh-based policy recommendation for a community issue.
Application & Analysis of Fiqh	To explore advanced legal reasoning and contextual application of fiqh in contemporary settings.	12th	FQ.12.2	Compare Islamic rulings and secular laws in specific domains (e.g. finance, family).
Application & Analysis of Fiqh	To explore advanced legal reasoning and contextual application of fiqh in contemporary settings.	12th	FQ.12.3	Develop a presentation that traces a ruling from source to application.

Islamic History

Thematic Focus	Overall Goal	Grade Level	Standard Code	Standard Description
Love of the Prophet ﷺ and Early Muslims	To develop emotional connection and admiration for the Prophet ﷺ and his early companions through stories and moral lessons.	KG	HIS.K.1	Identify the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ as the final messenger of Islam.
Love of the Prophet ﷺ and Early Muslims	To develop emotional connection and admiration for the Prophet ﷺ and his early companions through stories and moral lessons.	KG	HIS.K.2	Recognize key companions like Abu Bakr, Ali, and Khadijah by name and simple roles.
Love of the Prophet ﷺ and Early Muslims	To develop emotional connection and admiration for the Prophet ﷺ and his early companions through stories and moral lessons.	1st	HIS.1.1	Retell the story of Hijrah in simple terms.
Love of the Prophet ﷺ and Early Muslims	To develop emotional connection and admiration for the Prophet ﷺ and his early companions through stories and moral lessons.	1st	HIS.1.2	Identify Madinah as the first Islamic city.
Love of the Prophet ﷺ and Early Muslims	To develop emotional connection and admiration for the Prophet ﷺ and his early companions through stories and moral lessons.	2nd	HIS.2.1	Describe one story of the Prophet’s kindness or bravery.
Love of the Prophet ﷺ and Early Muslims	To develop emotional connection and admiration for the Prophet ﷺ and his early companions through stories and moral lessons.	2nd	HIS.2.2	Identify why Muslims love the Prophet ﷺ.
Rise of Islam and the Righteous Caliphs	To explore the emergence of Islamic leadership and key events in early Islamic governance through engaging narratives.	3rd	HIS.3.1	Identify the four Rightly Guided Caliphs.
Rise of Islam and the Righteous Caliphs	To explore the emergence of Islamic leadership and key events in early Islamic governance through engaging narratives.	3rd	HIS.3.2	Describe the role of Abu Bakr as the first Caliph.
Rise of Islam and the Righteous Caliphs	To explore the emergence of Islamic leadership and key events in early Islamic governance through engaging narratives.	4th	HIS.4.1	Explain one challenge faced by Umar ibn al-Khattab.
Rise of Islam and the Righteous Caliphs	To explore the emergence of Islamic leadership and key events in early Islamic governance through engaging narratives.	4th	HIS.4.2	Illustrate how Islam expanded during Uthman’s leadership.
Rise of Islam and the Righteous Caliphs	To explore the emergence of Islamic leadership and key events in early Islamic governance through engaging narratives.	5th	HIS.5.1	Compare the leadership styles of the four Caliphs.
Rise of Islam and the Righteous Caliphs	To explore the emergence of Islamic leadership and key events in early Islamic governance through engaging narratives.	5th	HIS.5.2	Create a timeline of early Islamic events.
Expansion, Civilizations, and Contributions	To understand the growth and contributions of Islamic empires and how they shaped world civilizations.	6th	HIS.6.1	Identify the contributions of the Umayyad dynasty.
Expansion, Civilizations, and Contributions	To understand the growth and contributions of Islamic empires and how they shaped world civilizations.	6th	HIS.6.2	Describe Islamic advancements in medicine or astronomy.
Expansion, Civilizations, and Contributions	To understand the growth and contributions of Islamic empires and how they shaped world civilizations.	7th	HIS.7.1	Explain how Islamic culture influenced Andalusia.
Expansion, Civilizations, and Contributions	To understand the growth and contributions of Islamic empires and how they shaped world civilizations.	7th	HIS.7.2	Research the legacy of a Muslim scientist or scholar.
Expansion, Civilizations, and Contributions	To understand the growth and contributions of Islamic empires and how they shaped world civilizations.	8th	HIS.8.1	Analyze the governance of the Abbasid Caliphate.
Expansion, Civilizations, and Contributions	To understand the growth and contributions of Islamic empires and how they shaped world civilizations.	8th	HIS.8.2	Present a project on Islamic architecture.
Global Impact and Historical Legacy	To critically examine colonial encounters and Islamic responses through the lens of historical movements and reformers.	9th	HIS.9.1	Describe colonialism’s impact on Muslim lands.
Global Impact and Historical Legacy	To critically examine colonial encounters and Islamic responses through the lens of historical movements and reformers.	9th	HIS.9.2	Identify Islamic reform movements from the 19th century.
Global Impact and Historical Legacy	To critically examine colonial encounters and Islamic responses through the lens of historical movements and reformers.	10th	HIS.10.1	Compare resistance strategies of Muslim leaders.
Global Impact and Historical Legacy	To critically examine colonial encounters and Islamic responses through the lens of historical movements and reformers.	10th	HIS.10.2	Evaluate the legacy of Islamic empires.
Contemporary History and Thought	To evaluate contemporary Islamic movements, modern political developments, and the Muslim experience in the global landscape.	11th	HIS.11.1	Explain the role of Islam in post-WWI politics.
Contemporary History and Thought	To evaluate contemporary Islamic movements, modern political developments, and the Muslim experience in the global landscape.	11th	HIS.11.2	Debate nationalism vs. pan-Islamism.
Contemporary History and Thought	To evaluate contemporary Islamic movements, modern political developments, and the Muslim experience in the global landscape.	12th	HIS.12.1	Evaluate the challenges faced by Muslim minorities.
Contemporary History and Thought	To evaluate contemporary Islamic movements, modern political developments, and the Muslim experience in the global landscape.	12th	HIS.12.2	Research a modern Islamic movement and its global impact.

Contemporary Issues

Thematic Focus	Overall Goal	Grade Level	Standard Code	Standard Description
Foundations of Islamic Identity	Build a basic emotional connection to Islamic teachings and identity through storytelling, values, and positive modeling.	KG	CI.K.1	Identify that being Muslim means believing in Allah and following the Prophet ﷺ.
Foundations of Islamic Identity	Build a basic emotional connection to Islamic teachings and identity through storytelling, values, and positive modeling.	KG	CI.K.2	Recognize simple actions that reflect kindness, fairness, and truthfulness.
Foundations of Islamic Identity	Build a basic emotional connection to Islamic teachings and identity through storytelling, values, and positive modeling.	1st	CI.1.1	Describe ways Muslims show respect to others, including greeting with “Assalamu Alaikum.”
Foundations of Islamic Identity	Build a basic emotional connection to Islamic teachings and identity through storytelling, values, and positive modeling.	1st	CI.1.2	Explain that Islam encourages helping people and being honest in speech and actions.
Foundations of Islamic Identity	Build a basic emotional connection to Islamic teachings and identity through storytelling, values, and positive modeling.	2nd	CI.2.1	Identify right and wrong actions through simple scenarios based on Islamic values.
Foundations of Islamic Identity	Build a basic emotional connection to Islamic teachings and identity through storytelling, values, and positive modeling.	2nd	CI.2.2	Describe how being Muslim helps guide our daily decisions, like sharing and forgiving.
Being a Muslim in a Diverse Society	Equip students with tools to make moral decisions while developing a positive sense of Muslim identity in a pluralistic world.	3rd	CI.3.1	Identify how Islamic values apply to school life, such as honesty during tests.
Being a Muslim in a Diverse Society	Equip students with tools to make moral decisions while developing a positive sense of Muslim identity in a pluralistic world.	3rd	CI.3.2	Explain the concept of halal and haram in everyday life (food, speech, actions).
Being a Muslim in a Diverse Society	Equip students with tools to make moral decisions while developing a positive sense of Muslim identity in a pluralistic world.	4th	CI.4.1	Analyze the influence of peers and social media on behavior and how Islam offers guidance.
Being a Muslim in a Diverse Society	Equip students with tools to make moral decisions while developing a positive sense of Muslim identity in a pluralistic world.	4th	CI.4.2	Compare Islamic values with common societal values (e.g., modesty, truthfulness).
Being a Muslim in a Diverse Society	Equip students with tools to make moral decisions while developing a positive sense of Muslim identity in a pluralistic world.	5th	CI.5.1	Explore how Muslims interact respectfully with people of other faiths.
Being a Muslim in a Diverse Society	Equip students with tools to make moral decisions while developing a positive sense of Muslim identity in a pluralistic world.	5th	CI.5.2	Evaluate common moral dilemmas (e.g., lying to fit in) and how to apply Islamic principles.
Navigating Modern Challenges Through Islam	Enable students to reflect on their identity and analyze modern issues in light of Islamic teachings.	6th	CI.6.1	Explain the Islamic response to media influence and how it shapes identity and values.
Navigating Modern Challenges Through Islam	Enable students to reflect on their identity and analyze modern issues in light of Islamic teachings.	6th	CI.6.2	Describe Islamic teachings about environmental care and responsibility.
Navigating Modern Challenges Through Islam	Enable students to reflect on their identity and analyze modern issues in light of Islamic teachings.	7th	CI.7.1	Discuss the concept of Islamophobia and how to respond with confidence and character.
Navigating Modern Challenges Through Islam	Enable students to reflect on their identity and analyze modern issues in light of Islamic teachings.	7th	CI.7.2	Evaluate ethical challenges in digital spaces (e.g., cyberbullying, privacy) from an Islamic lens.
Navigating Modern Challenges Through Islam	Enable students to reflect on their identity and analyze modern issues in light of Islamic teachings.	8th	CI.8.1	Debate gender roles in Islam vs. cultural expectations in modern society.
Navigating Modern Challenges Through Islam	Enable students to reflect on their identity and analyze modern issues in light of Islamic teachings.	8th	CI.8.2	Identify how Islamic values guide decision-making on social justice and activism.
Ethical Reasoning and Critical Engagement	Train students to formulate and defend Islamic positions on ethical dilemmas and societal challenges through critical thinking.	9th	CI.9.1	Analyze Islamic perspectives on bioethical topics such as cloning or genetic editing.
Ethical Reasoning and Critical Engagement	Train students to formulate and defend Islamic positions on ethical dilemmas and societal challenges through critical thinking.	9th	CI.9.2	Compare Islamic governance models to secular systems and their views on justice.
Ethical Reasoning and Critical Engagement	Train students to formulate and defend Islamic positions on ethical dilemmas and societal challenges through critical thinking.	10th	CI.10.1	Evaluate the Islamic framework for economics and contrast it with capitalism/socialism.
Ethical Reasoning and Critical Engagement	Train students to formulate and defend Islamic positions on ethical dilemmas and societal challenges through critical thinking.	10th	CI.10.2	Explain Islamic principles regarding gender equity and their application in modern contexts.
Worldview, Philosophy, and Islamic Thought	Empower students to critically engage with global ideologies, defending an Islamic worldview with intellectual confidence.	11th	CI.11.1	Critique secularism and liberalism from an Islamic philosophical perspective.
Worldview, Philosophy, and Islamic Thought	Empower students to critically engage with global ideologies, defending an Islamic worldview with intellectual confidence.	11th	CI.11.2	Analyze the challenges and opportunities of living in pluralistic societies as a Muslim.
Worldview, Philosophy, and Islamic Thought	Empower students to critically engage with global ideologies, defending an Islamic worldview with intellectual confidence.	12th	CI.12.1	Evaluate global issues (e.g., war, poverty, freedom) through Islamic ethical frameworks.
Worldview, Philosophy, and Islamic Thought	Empower students to critically engage with global ideologies, defending an Islamic worldview with intellectual confidence.	12th	CI.12.2	Study and reflect on the works of contemporary Islamic thinkers and their responses to modernity.

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