August 30th, 2024 / Safar 24th, 1445
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Mental Illness Pt. 2
The Islamic Approach w/ Dr. Mustafa Mufti
TONIGHT! Friday, August 30th | 7:35 PM
Please join us with you and your family for part 2 of our mental well-being programs. Dr. Mustafa Mufti will be joining us alongside Shiekh Hadi.
To learn more about the guest speaker, please click here: muftiforensics.com/about
IAD 9th Grade! 2024/25
Enrollment Now Open
Islamic Academy of Delaware
We are pleased to share some exciting news with the Muslim community in Delaware. IAD is now offering in-person instruction for grade 9. Enrollment is currently open, and seats may be limited. We encourage you to enroll your sons and daughters promptly to ensure their place.
By enrolling your child, you take a significant step in preserving their Deen and identity, providing them with the opportunity to grow and thrive in an Islamic environment. IAD is committed to preparing students for both college and their future careers.
To enroll, please visit IAD Admissions. For further information, feel free to contact our office at (302) 544-9988.
IAD Hiring Daycare Giver
Position Available
Are you passionate about nurturing and supporting young children? Do you have a knack for creating a fun and educational environment? We’re looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic Daycare Giver to join our team at the Islamic Academy of Delaware.
Key Responsibilities:
• Provide a safe, loving, and engaging environment for children.
• Plan and implement age-appropriate activities and educational programs.
• Assist with daily routines, including meal times, nap times, and hygiene practices.
• Foster positive relationships with children, parents, and colleagues.
• Observe and document children’s development and progress.
• Communicate effectively with parents and address any concerns or updates.
If you’re ready to bring your passion for childcare to a nurturing and dynamic team, we’d love to hear from you!
Apply Now: Send your resume and a brief cover letter to [email protected] or [email protected]
IAD Employment Opportunities
ATTENTION: ELA Teachers
All Grades | All Subjects
The Islamic Academy of Delaware (IAD) is now hiring teachers of all subjects and grades for the year 2024-2025, including English Language Arts.
IAD is seeking elementary and middle school teachers with strong teaching abilities and understanding of instructional practices in elementary or middle school education, and an enthusiasm for connecting learning to real-life application. Candidates should be energetic and progressive-minded, with a willingness to work collaboratively with other teachers. IAD offers competitive salaries and a family-like learning environment for teachers and children.
Interested applicants may email their resumes to the school administration at [email protected].
At IAD, we are committed to excellence and we believe in providing our children with the best learning experience available.
Note: An applicant must be permitted to work legally in the US.
ISD Annual Picnic & Bazaar Picnic
German Club Picnic Area
Sunday, September 8th 1:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Please join us with hundreds of community members at the ISD Annual Picnic on Sunday, September 8th at German Club Picnic Area near Masjid Ibrahim. Free parking will be available at German Club, Masjid Ibrahim and on Salem Church Road.
We have arranged for Games, Moon Bounce and Slide and free activities for the children. Fresh BBQ, Snacks and Ice Cream will be available for purchase. There will also be ethnic clothing, jewelry and more.
Venders & Volunteers, please Register at tinyurl.com/isdpicnic2024
Inquiries: [email protected]
Venue:
49 Salem Church Rd.
Newark, DE 19713
Contact: [email protected]
ISD Sunday School 2024-2025
ISD Sunday School will Start on September 15th, 2024
Classes Offered: KG through 8th Grade
Timings: 10:00 AM - 1:45 PM
Register Online at http://isdonline.org/sunday-school
Registration will begin on August 25th for all students.
Seats are Limited, Please Register Early.
Sunday School Open House and Registration Day
September 8th | 11:00 AM-1:00 PM
For Information, Feedback or Comments:
Please contact Br. Emad Ahmed or Br. Nasir Khan
Phone: 302-733-0373 Ext 8
Email: [email protected]
QAD Saturday School
Registration Open 2024/25
Back to School Social
High Schoolers Only | MSA Coalition
Saturday, August 31st | 4:45 PM - 7:45 PM
The Muslim Student Association Coalition of Delaware will be hosting a back to school social! Come hang out with your friends between asr and maghrib!
RSVP NOW! tinyurl.com/MSASOCIALHS
There will be snacks, water ice, an interesting discussion, and fun activities, In Shaa'Allah
VENUE: Masjid Ibrahim - Multipurpose Hall
28 Salem Church Rd
Newark, DE 19713
Contact us by email: [email protected]
Follow our instagram to stay updated with future MSA events: msacoalitionde
Quran Journaling
ISD Youth Sisters | Ages 12-18
Every Friday in August | 7:00 PM
Please join us in a discussion of a surah in the Quran as we study and reflect on its meanings, benefits, and lessons we can apply in our lives. This program is for sisters only ages 12 to 18 in the upstairs-mezzanine area.
Contact: [email protected]
ISD Safety & Parking Updates - August
ISD Community Mental Health & Wellness Survey
Since Mental Health & Wellness are important topics that impact our community, Sr. Nadia Sheikh who is a graduate social work student at University of Pennsylvania (UPenn) and a member of our community for many years, is planning to organize support groups and mental health & wellness workshops for the youth within our community.
Please complete this survey to help her assess what will be beneficial for you. This survey is for the youth and their parents. Please respond to the best of your ability. All responses are anonymous and confidential. Please email her with any questions you might have. She is looking forward to hearing from you all!
Contact: [email protected]
ISD Matrimonial Announcement 2024/25
Alhamdulilah, the ISD Matrimonial Committee is excited to announce the launch of our new Biodata (Resume/CV) Groups within the Matrimonial Committee’s WhatsApp Community Group! This Community Group, along with the subgroups (Brothers Biodatas and Sisters Biodatas), will be dedicated to sharing marriage profiles (or “biodatas”) of Delaware Muslim community members who are seeking marriage, insha’Allah.
CLICK HERE TO JOIN WHATSAPP GROUP
If you are interested in submitting your biodata, please send it along with your contact information to [email protected].
When submitting your biodata, please include the following details:
- Gender
- Age
- Ethnicity
- Nationality
- Education
- Occupation
- Marital Status (e.g., Never Married, Divorced, Widow)
- Preferences in a Spouse (e.g., Age, Occupation, Beard/Hijab, etc.)
- Religious Level (e.g., Very Practicing, Practicing, Somewhat Practicing, Spiritual, Not Practicing)
- Fun Facts About Yourself
- Interests/Hobbies
- Point of Contact’s name and email/phone number*
All biodatas will be reviewed before they are published.
Note: ALL BIODATAS WILL BE PUBLISHED ANONYMOUSLY, meaning that no individual's name will be shared, only their biodata and a Point of Contact for interested parties to reach out to.
Disclaimer: This group, its admins, ISD, the ISD Board, and the ISD Matrimonial Committee do not engage in matchmaking and are not responsible for the outcomes of any communications or connections that may result from the voluntary sharing of biodata and contact information. This initiative is purely a volunteer-led, community-based effort to create a resource and database for Muslim singles in the Delaware community who are seeking to fulfill half of their Deen.
Please encourage your friends and loved ones who are seeking to fulfill half their Deen to join the Community Group to receive information about eligible singles in the area and to share their own biodata with us at [email protected].
May Allah (SWT) bless everyone with the best of intentions, ease in their journeys, and the tranquility in their spouses that He promises. Ameen!
Did you take action for our brothers and sisters in Palestine today?
- Now more than ever you need to pick up your phone and make the call to your elected representatives in Congress - Tell them to stop the ongoing genocide of innocent Palestinian people in Gaza by supporting a ceasefire!
There can be no more business as usual until there is a permanent ceasefire
As a reminder, here are the phone numbers of Delaware's Senators:
Senator Tom Carper: (202) 224-2441
Senator Chris Coons: (202) 224-5042
Calling Script:
“Hi, my name is [Your Name] from zip code [your zip code] and I am requesting [Representative Name] to
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call for an immediate and permanent ceasefire in Gaza
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do more to get humanitarian aid into Gaza
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And to stop sending our tax dollars/weapons to Israel to continue its genocide
Thank you”
- Need more support to do step 1?
Please sign up to join the WhatsApp group (link below) that is dedicated to keeping you motivated to keep calling - the results have been amazing - we are up to 72 members of Congress who are supporting a ceasefire! We are averaging 150 calls per day but with your help we can get to a much higher number In Shaa'Allah.
10th Annual Palestine Advocacy Days
Save The Date! September 22-24, 2024
Register Today: http://www.AJPaction.org
Improve Your English
UD Evening Program
Fall 2024 | Winter, Spring 2025
The English Language Institute at the University of Delaware is offering effective English language courses scheduled two evenings per week to suit your busy work schedule.
If you have questions about the Evening Program, submit an inquiry form at: sites.udel.edu/eli/programs/ep