Rufqa is a three-year program in Arabic and Islamic Studies designed for middle school students who are motivated to learn their Deen beyond the Sunday School education. Classes are taught at IACC on Saturday mornings by young, qualified instructors using interactive methods. The curriculum is designed to inspire the students to become strong and confident Muslims.
- To appreciate the beauty of Islamic character and be inspired to live a life of morality
- To find inspiration in the lives and teachings of the Prophets and the Companions
- To discover the wisdom of Islamic values and principles
- To have honest conversations about how to overcome the challenges that young people face in today’s society
Rufqa is a three-year program in Arabic and Islamic Studies designed for middle school students who are motivated to learn their Deen beyond the Sunday School education. Classes are taught at IACC on Saturday mornings by young, qualified instructors using interactive methods. The curriculum is designed to inspire the students to become strong and confident Muslims.
- To appreciate the beauty of Islamic character and be inspired to live a life of morality
- To find inspiration in the lives and teachings of the Prophets and the Companions
- To discover the wisdom of Islamic values and principles
- To have honest conversations about how to overcome the challenges that young people face in today’s society
(For New Students Only)
Class Schedule
| Grade | Subject | Teacher | Teaching Assistants |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6th Grade | Prophets of Allah | Sarah Khokar (A) Farhan Ali (B) |
Hafsa Manha (B) |
| Islamic Tahhdib & Akhlaq | Khadijah Rizvi (A) AbdulRaheem McLagen (B) |
Manha (A) Sumehra (B) |
|
| Arabic Level I | Yama Muhammad (A) Maryam Mubeen (B) |
Hafsa (A) Sara (B) |
|
| 7th Grade | Seerah | AbdulRaheem McLagen (A) AbdulRaheem McLagen (B) |
Fatima (A) Fatima (B) |
| Companions of the Prophet | Ahmad Wajid (A) Khadija Rizvi (B) |
Sara (A) Manha (B) |
|
| Arabic Level I Arabic Level II |
Farhan Ali (Level I) Yama Muhammad (Level II) |
Fatima (Level I) Sara (Level II) |
|
| Workshop | Maryam Mubeen (A – Girls) Abdul Taqui (B – Boys) |
Fatima (A) Fatima (B) |
|
| 8th Grade | Inner Struggles | Maryem Hasan (A) Maryem Hasan (B) |
Sumehra (A) Sumehra (B) |
| Selected Hadith | Maryam Mbbeen (A) Abdul Taqui |
Muaz (A) Muaz (B) |
|
| Arabic Level II Arabic Level III |
Maryam Mubeen (Level II) Ahmad Wajid (Level III) |
Hafsa (Level II) Sumehra (Level III) |
|
| Workshop | Sarah Khokhar (A – Girls) Michael Wolfender (B – Boys) |
Hafsa (A) Sarah (B) |
Rufqa Calendar
Questions?
FAQ
Q: What grade I can enroll my kids to Rufqa program?
A: Rufqa is for middle school kids. We have three grades 6th, 7th and 8th.
Q: What are the exact timings of the Rufqa classes?
Q: What are the class dates for 2026-2027? Are there any holidays?
Q: What is the tuition?
$700 (cash or cheque) + books per semester for entire school year.
$75/month for 10 months + books per semester (if paid with debit card)
$80/month for 10 months + books per semester (if paid with credit card)
Q: Is the Rufqa program a right fit for my child?
A: If your child has already completed some elementary Islamic education and want to learn Arabic language, Seerah, Hadith and about Companion of Holy Prophets in addition discuss middle school challenges in a workshop open format session then this program is right for your child. Its scope is such that it will require motivation on the student’s part to attain benefit and be a better Muslim.
Q: Can a student join in the spring semester?
Q: How are students assessed in Rufqa?
A: Students are graded on their homework, quizzes and exams. Attendance is also mandatory. Students must score at least 70% in exam to quality and promoted to next grade.
Q: Do students need to buy books?
Questions?
FAQ
Q: What grade I can enroll my kids to Rufqa program?
A: Rufqa is for middle school kids. We have three grades 6th, 7th and 8th.
Q: What are the exact timings of the Rufqa classes?
A: Saturdays from 11:00-2:15 are regular class timings for 6th grade and 10:10 to 2:15 for 7th and 8th grades. Dhuhr salah is part of the program.
Q: What are the class dates for 2026-2027? Are there any holidays?
A: Please check Rufqa calendar.
Q: What is the tuition?
A: There are 3 tuition options for Rufqa.
$700 (cash or cheque) + books per semester for entire school year.
$75/month for 10 months + books per semester (if paid with debit card)
$80/month for 10 months + books per semester (if paid with credit card).
Q: Is the Rufqa program a right fit for my child?
A: If your child has already completed some elementary Islamic education and want to learn Arabic language, Seerah, Hadith and about Companion of Holy Prophets in addition discuss middle school challenges in a workshop open format session then this program is right for your child. Its scope is such that it will require motivation on the student’s part to attain benefit and be a better Muslim.
Q: Can a student join in the spring semester?
A: No, new students are only accepted in the fall semester.
Q: How are students assessed in Rufqa?
A: Students are graded on their homework, quizzes and exams. Attendance is also mandatory. Students must score at least 70% in exam to quality and promoted to next grade.
Q: Do students need to buy books?
A: We collect the cost of books as part of semester fees. Parents can buy or use books if they it at home.
$700 (cash or cheque) + books per semester for entire school year.
$75/month for 10 months + books per semester (if paid with debit card)
$80/month for 10 months + books per semester (if paid with credit card).