Salam High
School Course Completion Requirements for Graduation
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Salam School does not discriminate on the basis of gender, religion, race, color, national and ethnic origin in administration of its educational policies, admissions policies, scholarship programs, and athletic and other school-administered programs. The primary concern of Salam School is always the welfare of its students. The School enrolls and welcomes a diverse student body.
Tuition payments constitute only a portion of the total operating budget. Therefore, to assure that the school continues on a sound basis, tuition payments must be kept upon established agreements. Special arrangements may be made for unforeseen situations.
This payment does not include billing that may be accrued for any other program. Students will not be accepted for registration whose accounts have not been paid in full from the past school term. Statements of accounts owed will be sent to each family monthly. The school reserves the right to withhold the final report card of the child if ALL dues are not cleared. Any questions regarding tuition should be made to the Business Manager.
For students to continue their education at Salam School, re-enrollment forms must be completed and submitted to the office within the official open enrollment dates.
Students must be the required age by September 1st of the enrollment year. This means 4 years old for K4, 5 years old for K5 and 6 years old for 1st grade. Parents who withdraw their children from Salam School, for any reason, may not be allowed to re-enroll during that school year.
Non-refundable tuition: Students that are enrolled for the school year but withdrawn prior to the end of the school year may not be eligible for refund. Check with the Business Manager for details.
Books for Salam School students are either purchased (consumable workbooks) or rented (textbooks). All rented books are the property of Salam School and must be handled carefully. Parents will be responsible for the replacement of lost or damaged books.
Salam School participates in the Milwaukee Parental School Choice Program. The Choice program allows students whose families live in the city of Milwaukee and meet income guidelines to attend Salam School at no charge.
Financial assistance through the PAVE Foundation is also available to families living in the city of Milwaukee who qualify under set income guidelines.
Please see the office for an application and list of income guidelines. Applications for financial aid must be made prior to the beginning of the school term and require income verification.
Elementary School:
Students are considered tardy after 7:45 am. Classes end at 3:05 pm for all students in K-4-5th grade. After 8:00 am, students must use main doors and obtain a late pass from the office.
Morning K-4 classes end promptly at 11:15. The afternoon K-4 session is from 11:30-3:05.
Any child not picked up within 25 minutes of dismissal will be sent to the office. For every half hour or part thereof after 3:30 pm, a $10.00 fee will be incurred and parents will be billed.
Middle and High School:
Students are considered tardy after 7:45. Classes end at 3:20 pm. The same fees apply to children being picked up after 3:45 pm.
Please refer to the discipline policy regarding habitual tardiness.
Students assemble daily for Zuhr prayer, in the Mosque. 2nd – 9th grade students also assemble in the center hall/gym for Juma’a prayer every Friday. Guest speakers are invited to give the Khutba (lecture), which often correlates with our value or theme of the week. General announcements are also made at this time. Parents are welcome to attend our Friday Prayers.
Regular and punctual attendance is critical to the maximum academic achievement of our children. A child can never make up a day missed at school even though some assignments may be completed at a later date. The interaction and instruction that take place in the classroom are regarded as valuable as written assignments. Students should only be absent from school in the case of illness, unusual family difficulty, or emergency. Other absences from school should be avoided as, in fact it is considered truancy.
In case of absence, parents should call the school office between 8:00 a.m.and 8:30 a.m. to inform the school of the absence. Parents should leave a message on the answering service, if no one is available with the name of the student, the name of the student’s classroom teacher and the reason for the absence. When a student is absent for three days or more, the student should bring a note to school signed by the parent indicating the reason for the absence. If a student is absent for five days or more, the student should bring a note signed by a physician indicating the reason for absence.
Students must be in school promptly at 7:45 a.m. Parents are responsible for getting their children to school on time. The school records tardiness, and students may lose their activity time to catch up with the missed work. Students who arrive after 8:00 a.m. should go directly to the office. The office will issue the student a tardy slip. After five tardies the student will receive after school detention. Parents will be notified when detention has been assigned to their child. Chronic tardiness is a poor habit and is unacceptable.
Excused absences are those due to illness, injury, family emergency, or religious commitments. However, all absences are recorded. All work may be made up for full credit. Parents should not excuse students to avoid tests or paper deadlines. Such action is unfair to other students and undermines school standards. The school requires a doctor’s note after an absence of three days or more.
Unexcused absences result from truancy, day trips, unauthorized early departure, from school or late return from vacations, or any absence that is not excused by the school. In such cases, teachers are under no obligation to help the student make up missed work.
90% attendance is required of all students to be promoted.
Students are responsible for getting assignments and making up class work. On the second day of absence, parents may pick up assignments after 3:00 p.m. providing they have requested them before 9:00 a.m. that morning.
Parents must inform the office of any medical or other appointments for their child at least one day in advance. Parents must also sign the child out in a special sign-out book in the office on those days. Parents should come to the office first to pick up their child. Salam School curriculum is a demanding one; we view class attendance as crucial to student success. To minimize the penalty of missed classes, we ask that elective medical and dental appointments be scheduled outside the school day, whenever possible.
The school calendar provides a generous vacation schedule. Therefore; we strongly discourage family trips during school days, which result in students missing school. Such absences undermine the commitment to excellence and interrupt the student’s work. Notification for such absences must be arranged in advance.
If the Milwaukee Public School System closes because of inclement weather, Salam School will also be closed. Because the school serves students from so wide an area, there might be rare occasions when Salam School closes independently of the Milwaukee Public School System. Cancellation of classes, or a delayed opening time, will be announced on television station WITI (6). Every effort will be made to provide such announcements by 6:30 a.m. In the event that early morning weather conditions make travel to school hazardous and unsafe, the parent makes the decision for the child/children to attend.
Our curriculum is organized to provide a loving, unique and Islamic environment for the care and education of our children. It is our goal to develop in each child a love for and understanding of, God and Islam and to nurture an identity in each child as a confident and faithful American Muslim. The curriculum reflects the necessary components for a quality program. We focus on:
The key to our program is the knowledge that children are busy learning every moment, and our responsibility is to influence this learning process toward achieving excellence.
The school curriculum follows the State of Wisconsin’s frameworks, National Educational Standards and uses state-adopted textbooks. Our curriculum provides young learners with a solid educational foundation in the language arts (reading, spelling, creative writing, handwriting, English grammar), mathematics, science, and social studies. Physical education and art are also important aspects of the program. A strong emphasis is placed on the importance of critical thinking in all of the above areas.
Multicultural education has the purpose of helping students acquire the knowledge, attitudes and skills they need in order to become active citizens in a democratic society. Throughout the curriculum at Salam School, students have the opportunity to explore and develop an appreciation for the diversity of our local, national and global community while maintaining their Islamic identity.
Part of the curriculum at Salam School specifically exposes students to the contributions of cultural and religious groups in United States History. Many of the topics recognized and/or discussed includes but is not limited to Veteran's Day, Thanksgiving Day, different religious holidays, Civil Rights Movement, etc… As educators Salam School Staff has a responsibility to promote an awareness of the religious and cultural diversity of this country. Salam School is fulfilling state requirements.. By doing so, and providing students with the educational base they need to perform better on standardized tests.
In addition to regular class work, teachers supplement students’ education with a wide variety of hands-on activities, projects, assignments, and educational field trips.
The school takes frequent educational field trips. They are planned from time to time as an enhancement to the curriculum. These trips are part of the school program and are not optional experiences for students. Therefore, attendance is required on planned class field trips. The cost for field trips is divided equally among those attending, and must be paid in advance when required. Parents will be informed of the trip. Students should pack lunches for these trips. Students who do not adequately follow school rules may be restricted from attending field trips. Behavior on any school-sponsored trip must be the very best and we expect students to recognize their place in the larger community and to act responsibly and respectfully toward their neighbors.
The weekly class schedule with the average number of minutes per week per curriculum area is as follows:
Foreign Lan.
(Arabic) 5% 180 225 225 225 225 225 225 225
Other 235 55 45 45 105 105 105 105
Occasionally videos will be used to support the unit or themes being taught in the class. Unnecessary and excessive use of videos is prohibited.
In addition to these basic educational components, the middle school grades are concerned with preparing the adolescent to be successful in high school. The school provides an environment that encourages independent thinking, creativity, originality and action. The learning environment is student-centered, emphasis is placed on value-based education, creativity, imagination, inquiry, discovery, critical thinking, decision making, cooperative learning and alternative modes of learning that meet the needs of the students.
Salam School has an excellent computer lab for the students use. If it extremely important that all students adhere to and follow the rules and regulations of the lab.
Addendum to Computer Lab Usage Policy 11/16/09
It is the intention of the Salam School IT to assist students in becoming 21st century learners capable of using technology to its fullest and positive potential. Because of the continuously rising costs of printer ink and supplies, Salam School students will have to pay for copies according to the fee schedule below:
8.5”-11” COLOR COPIES………………………………………………………………………………………………$1.00 per page
8.5” x 11” Black and White Copies ……………………………………………………………………………..$ .50 per page
The social and spiritual development of all students will receive significant emphasis. The projected number of students in the middle school grades is large enough to provide positive social interaction but small enough to allow a well-disciplined environment with adequate personal attention. Here, students will be enabled to study and explore the social forces surrounding them in their daily lives from an Islamic value based perspective. The individual needs of younger students will also be met in an environment that focuses on their unique social and spiritual developmental needs.
Special needs are defined as characteristics or behavior in a child that requires additional supportive services and intervention to that of the regular classroom teaching. Some of the characteristics or behavior that may require their services are:
· Suicide talk and gestures
· child abuse/neglect
· Abuse relationships
· Drug/Alcohol dependency or co-dependency
· Health needs
· Grief/Loss issues
· Academic Deficiency
· Learning Problems
· Family Concerns
Special needs are identified by:
· Parent/guardian referral
· Student self-referral
· Teacher observation and referral
· Surveys conducted by social services or school nurse
· Standardized test resulting in which students score below the 39th percentile (and live in specified target areas)
Any supportive services or interventions needed to meet these special needs will be referred to the Milwaukee Public School.
The Multidisciplinary Team Process (M-Team) referral is made when there is reasonable cause to suspect that a student may have exceptional education needs. A referral is not equated with a diagnosis.
Parent/guardian, school staff, Community Health and Human service personnel can originate initial referrals.
Once a referral list is generated, the case manager will determine the team composition that may include: Psychologists, Social Workers, Speech Pathologist and Diagnostic Teacher(s). Input is also obtained from classroom teacher(s), parents/guardians, Principal, supportive personnel and when appropriate, from the student. Parents are encouraged to identify the needs of the child.
Children need healthy meals to learn. Salam School offers healthy meals every school day, as supported by the Department of Health and Nutrition. Free, reduced, and paid lunch is provided to Salam School students on a daily basis. Each parent must submit a lunch application to the school office for his or her child/ren. Money for students who are reduced or paid lunch must be submitted by the 1st of every month.
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Tutoring and Summer School Programs.
There are several structured tutorial programs available. Among them are the Summer School, weekend schools and tutoring at least one evening a week at Salam School. Private tutoring is also available.
While Salam School is unable to directly provide transportation for student, carpooling arranged among parents is one way to meet transportation needs.
Parents of students living more than two (2) miles from Salam School and residing in the city of Milwaukee, are eligible for transportation reimbursement of transportation expenses through the Milwaukee Public School system. See the Salam School office for details.
Salam School offers a variety of enrichment activities to supplement the main core of our academic program. These include:
v Book Fair
v Community Service
v Educational Field Trips
v Science Fair
v Islamic Book Fair
v Student Council
v Academic Olympics
v Camping
Our classroom centers are designed to complement classroom studies and to offer a variety of educational materials to students and teachers.
Salam School has highly qualified and competent teachers to ensure high academic standards. All teachers are experienced and hold full academic degrees.
Research has confirmed that one of the most significant factors in providing a quality learning environment for children in a group setting is the number of educated staff available with whom the children can interact. Not only do more staff provide better supervision and care, but also a greater variety of personalities so that the children will find a “special someone” to bond with. The high ratio of adults to children encourages the best in teacher competencies. Each of our teachers brings energy, enthusiasm, and dedication to the program. We do our best to keep the maximum class size at 22 students per class.
Size and training of staff are not enough to assure a quality program unless that staff has adequate opportunity to plan, coordinate and evaluate program goals and activities. To facilitate our operation, we conduct weekly staff meeting for all teachers as units or with the principal.
Staff development is the key to a quality school. Our on-going training program includes:
These training programs are designed, so that the teachers meet the needs of the students and their own professional growth. The workshops cover a variety of issues & topics the teachers need, such as instructional techniques, classroom management, and discipline. Workshops on Islamic Education are also available for Salam School staff and faculty.
Salam School teachers are encouraged to improve their proficiency by enrolling in post-graduate education programs in recognized universities
The following guidelines are established to minimize the traffic congestion during arrival and dismissal times as well as increase the level of safety for our students, families, and neighbors.
Please follow these guidelines if you have a student at Salam School:
1. Drive slowly while entering and exiting.
2. Do not make a left turn on 13th Street when exiting
3. Do not leave your car unattended in the driveway.
4. Utilize available parking spaces. Parking is not allowed in the driveway.
5. Do not Double Park.
6. Pull your car up as far as possible when using the driveway. Do not stop in the middle of the driveway.
7. Drop off and pick up students by the gym door. Students should not be dropped off at the school entrance.
8. Remember that dismissal is at 3:00 p.m., however it takes the students 5-10 minutes after dismissal to go to their lockers and gather their belongings. In order to minimize the congestion, we ask that you arrive closer to 3:05 p.m.
9. Use the crosswalk. Do not leave children unattended while crossing the street.
10. Do not leave children unattended in the parking lot area.
11. Drop and pick up the children on time.
For Grades 1-9 toys, comics, electronic games, CD players, make-up, jewelry, perfume, Mobile phone and other inappropriate items are not permitted at the school. If brought to school, the teacher will take those items from the child. They will be confiscated and returned at a later date.
Book bags and personal items should be clearly and permanently labeled with the student’s full name. Clothing items, like scarves, and sweaters, must also be labeled clearly. A label may also be placed inside the student’s uniform and shoes. This is absolutely nssary to make sure each student can keep track of his/her belongings.
A lost and found area will be maintained near the office. Students should contact the school office when they have lost or found any item. Of course the labeling of all coats, jackets, sweaters, lunch boxes and other personal items will prove very helpful in reducing the number of items never claimed. Parents are urged to stop by and check these items occasionally. Please encourage your children to check the lost and found for their missing items.
The school will make very effort to safeguard personal belongings brought by the child, but will not be responsible for lost or broken items. Expensive or irreplaceable items such as jewelry, watches or cameras should not be brought to school.
Parents are welcome to observe classes. However, they need to make an appointment with the teacher via the main office. They must not disturb the classroom with their presence. All visitors must check in at the office receive a visitor badge before going onto the school premises. The teachers have been advised not to respond to parents who do not have a visitor pass. This is for safety, purpose and also to avoid disruption of teaching.
We do not encourage celebration of birthdays in school. However, we do realize the significance of this day for the child and the parent. This day is special and the child needs to know that. Parents of students in K4-3rd grade may bring in treats to be shared with all classmates. No decorations or distribution of invitation cards is permitted. Parents need to inform the teacher at least one week in advance, if they plan on bringing treats.
Salam School policy is to limit excessive parties in classrooms. Four scheduled parties will be allowed throughout the year. These will be for Eid ul Fitr, Eid ul Adha, Culture day and one at the end of the year. Treats may be shared for Isra Miraj and the advent of Ramadan. `
Winter break: Students receive a two-week break during part of December and January.
Spring break: Students receive a one-week break during March or April.
Summer vacation: mid June to late August.
The school takes certain holidays each year. On these days the school remains closed. The following holidays are observed during the academic year:
Labor Day Eid ul-Fitr (3 days as indicated on the calendar)
Thanksgiving Day Eid ul-Adha (3 days)
Memorial Day
Please refer to the school calendar for the complete list of school breaks/closings.
Salam School office is open for most part of the summer from 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
The child shall be placed in a group of peers based on age or grade level and/or special needs as determined by the staff. Elementary classes will be formed consisting of between 18 to 25 students. With 22 considered the average size.
Homework is considered a reinforcement of what’s taught at school. Parents are responsible for providing a quiet, well-lit comfortable place for the child to complete his/her homework assignments. Parents should make sure children give proper attention to the neatness and accuracy. However, parents must not do the children’s work for them. Homework is an independent activity in which the child reinforces skills learned at school. Parents may assist their children in a limited way. Parents should be prepared to sign homework papers at the teachers’ request. Parents must also follow through with homework assignments that require their direct involvement. Teachers may send special notes home indicating when this is necessary and parents are expected to respond accordingly.
Students in grade K4 through grade two will be given special folders or binders for home school communication and assignments. The classroom teacher will provide the specifics within the first few days of school for parents.
Students in grades three through eight are required to use an assignment notebook. This notebook will be used for assignments, hall passes, parent/teacher communication, etc… Salam School will provide each student with an assignment notebook. If a student loses their assignment notebook it will be their responsibility to purchase an additional one from the school office.
2011-2012
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HW Submitted |
Grades |
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On Time |
Up to A+ (100%) |
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1-2 Days Late |
Up to B+ (87%) |
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3-4 Days Late |
Up to C+ (77%) |
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5 Days – The 2nd Update after the HW due date. |
Up to D+ (67%) |
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After the second update after the HW due date. |
No Grades (0%) |
The grading policy above is subject to administrative discretion. School administration may override the policy for certain students without publicizing a reason.
Testing, as an evaluation and review of the student’s learning, is an integral part of the academic program. Formal and informal tests will be administered throughout the school year. Parents/guardians are encouraged to assist their children to study for these tests.
Standardized tests are given to students in the spring. The entire battery of the Iowa Test of Basic Skills is administered to grades K-8, grades 4th and 8th will also be taking the WKCE tests. These tests are helpful indicators of achievement of basic skills of reading, language arts, mathematics, social studies, and science.
Each student is involved in a conference with his/her teacher and parents/guardians to discuss the results of the testing. Regular pupil attendance is required during the testing period.
Progress Reports and Report Cards
Progress Reports are issued midway in each quarter. A report card indicating achievement and effort is issued to every student in grades K4 through 9 each quarter. Parents/guardians are required to attend a conference to receive and discuss these reports after the first marking period. The quarterly report is an important indication of the student’s daily progress. Additional conferences may be scheduled for other marking periods.
Report cards are issued four times a year. Scores on daily activities, classroom participation, homework, projects, quizzes, and tests are combined to determine a progress grade for each quarter. A three-point scale is used in kindergarten to third grade. This scale is used to indicate rate or progress in subject matter or skill. It shows a child’s own growth in curriculum areas without comparing the achievement of one child to that of others.
+ = Outstanding Performance
S = Satisfactory
I = Improving
N= Needs Improvement
Student achievement in grades 4-8 is evaluated by letter grades (A-U), with plus (+) and minus (-) noted and recorded on transcripts and calculated for the Grade Point Average (GPA). Grade point averages for honors and class ranks are determined using the following chart:
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Letter Grade A A- B+ B B- C+ C C- D+ D D- U |
% Grade 94-100 90-93 87-89 83-86 80-82 79-77 76-73 72-70 69-67 66-63 62-60 59 & below |
Grade Point 4.0 3.7 3.3 3.0 2.7 2.3 2.0 1.7 1.3 1.0 0.7 0.0 |
Note: special ESL grading is given for students with limited English proficiency. Students are evaluated on their effort and progress in a particular subject. When the student has reached a level of proficiency, he/she will be evaluated using the above scale.
A teacher may retain a student using the following procedure:
1. At the end of the first quarterly marking period, teachers should discuss the student and his/her problem with the parent/guardian and the Principal. A plan for remedial action should be developed.
2. At the end of the second quarterly marking period, the teacher should discuss the possibility of retention with the parent/guardian. The parent/guardian, the teacher, and the Principal must sign a written form.
3. The parent(/s)/guardian(/s), the teacher and the Principal should meet to discuss the final decision.
4. The parent(/s)/guardian(/s), the teacher, and the Principal must sign retention decision.
Students will use the textbooks in class under teacher-directed instruction. They may also use these books for homework assignments that reinforce the learning that takes place in the classroom.
For additional reinforcement in a particular subject area, students are encouraged to read supplemental materials from the school or local library. To improve overall reading skills, students are also advised to read literature on a daily basis.
Each year, it is our goal to recognize the students who show outstanding educational growth, improvement, commitment, and intellectual development in their academic subjects. It is also the goal of Salam School to promote high self-esteem through Islamic citizenship and positive self-concept. We consider it important to recognize these students for their efforts. Achievement is very much connected to regular study habits and seriousness in completing assignments. We want to see every student reach his or her potential by striving hard.
We acknowledge students for their achievements each year by giving them awards that represents their accomplishments. Awards are based on cumulative G.P.A. including all subjects in all four reporting periods. The awards given are:
Honor Roll (3.50 – 4.00) Academic Achievement (3:00 – 3.49)
Islamic Citizenship Principal’s Award
In addition to academic achievement, the school recognizes efforts towards good citizenship, perfect attendance, and significant improvement. Awards are also given to students receiving the highest points in each subject area. Principal award is given to a student meeting a certain criteria.
Salam School is not only a place to learn and to practice various academic skills; but also a place for students to understand and observe appropriate Islamic behavior and conduct. Appropriated Islamic behavior and conduct are based to a large degree upon the students’ learning to exercise self-discipline and self-control. This includes learning to respect the rights and properties of others and doing what is necessary to follow rules and regulations, which have been formulated from an Islamic perspective, to ensure a better life for them and those around them.
The disciplinary rules have been established to promote such an Islamic character and to maintain an atmosphere that encourages learning for all students. These rules have been made to ensure fairness and equity for all students. It is impossible for good teaching or learning to take place unless there is order.
Students must keep in mind that teachers are responsible for their overall welfare and safety. As a result, teachers are given the authority to maintain proper student behavior as outlined herein.
The teachers and administrators at Salam School reserve the right to decide whether or not a student’s behavior is in violation of the established rules of Code of Conduct and Islamic values. The goal is to take corrective action that will be counseled by their peers. In some cases, parents will be referred to professional counselors. The purpose is to provide the best possible assistance for a student’s needs. Students in violation of school rules and policies will receive consequences. While students must learn to bear consequences of their actions, they are encouraged to do supplication, dua’ and ask Allah (SWT) for forgiveness. The concept of seeking forgiveness and being forgiven is an Islamic concept that will be incorporated while dealing with all students.
Courteous behavior and respect for the rights and property of others is expected of all students, not only in the classroom, but also throughout the school, within the vicinity of the school, in their neighborhoods, on buses during field trips, and at all school activities. Corporal punishment is completely banned under all circumstances at Salam School.
This Code of Conduct is designed to enable students to grow “Islamically,” educationally, socially, and emotionally so that they can be successful in this life and in the hereafter. The students will be in an environment where concerned teachers set FIRM, CONSISTENT, and POSITIVE limits. The intention is to be fair to all students while rewarding and supporting appropriate behavior and deterring undesired behavior.
To enable students to learn, it is necessary for them to attend school on a regular basis. Wisconsin School Board states that each and every student must attend school for a minimum of 175 days. It is the responsibility of all parents to ensure that they will take necessary steps to make it possible for their child/ren to be in school on a daily basis.
The following is the attendance policy adopted by Salam School:
Timings: School timings are Monday – Friday. Elementary 7:40 am – 3:05 pm, Middle and High School 7:40 am – 3:20 pm.
Students who make it to school after 7:45 a.m. will be marked tardy. Students coming in after school has started need to report to the office for a tardy pass.
Arrival and Departure: The School does not open to students until 7:20 a.m.; there is no supervision before 7:40 a.m. Students must be picked-up from school before 3:30 p.m.
Tardy Policy: students must arrive to school on time. Specifics are as follows:
PKG – 5th grade: Homeroom teachers will maintain daily attendance records of their students. Attendance will be taken the beginning of first period. The teacher will call or send an attendance list of absent students to the office by 8:05 a.m.
6th – 12th grade: Teachers will take attendance in their classes each period on Ed-line.
The first period teacher needs to call or send an attendance list of absent students to the office by 8:05 a.m.
Please note that at the fifth (5) tardy, students will serve one (1) hour detention.
Excused tardy is a tardy that has been excused by the Principal and or respective Assistant Principal, due to extraneous circumstances.
Unexcused tardy is a tardy that has not been excused by the Principal or Assistant Principal.
Compulsory Attendance: Wisconsin School Board states that each and every student must attend school for a minimum of 175 days.
Excused Absence is when the Principal or Assistant Principal has excused the student due to a required field trip, weather conditions, documented illness (physician’s note of treatment), religious holiday, and/ or death in the immediate family (3 days).
Any 6th-12th student who is absent for more than ten (10) days (of combined excused and unexcused absence) per semester will not receive credit for the semester.
Any PKG-5th grade student who is absent for more than twenty (20) days (of combined excused and unexcused absence) per school year will be in danger of failing that school year.
Parents must notify the school office when their children are unable to attend school or are tardy due to an illness or family emergency. Parents have the option of faxing, sending a note, or calling the school office before 9:00am. If parents forget to notify the school then their children will be marked as an unexcused absent. For illness, a doctor’s note will be needed if a child is absent for more than three (3) days.
Missed homework: Any child who is absent is accountable for arranging to complete missed assignments, quizzes and tests. In case of PKG-5th grade students, parents will need to monitor completion of missed assignments. Middle/ High school students must make up work within 2 days of absence. For extended absences (more than a week), the student has 2 weeks to complete make up work.
Prolonged Absences: Detailed doctor’s note must be submitted to the Principal for approval and for arrangement to make-up missed assignments, tests and quizzes. An example of a prolonged absence would be Hajj: Up to eighteen (18) consecutive days can be taken for Hajj. Parents must obtain prior approval. Other days cannot be combined to exceed eighteen days.
Please Note: Chronically tardy students can be asked not to return to school for the following year if there is no improvement during the school year in daily attendance. Salam School Administration reserves the right to review and repeal any segment of the Attendance Policy.
School Uniform Policy: The uniform for Salam School has been modified for 2008-2009. Please find below the modified uniform code. All school uniform apparel must be purchased from vendors selected by Salam School. The goal and mission of the new policy is to have all Salam School students dressed uniformly.
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Boys/Elementary |
Girls/Elementary |
Notes: |
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Monday |
Navy Blue Pants, White shirt with
buttons, white socks, black sneakers or dress shoes, navy blue sweater
(optional) |
Navy Blue jumper/white dress shirt,
navy blue pants under jumper, white socks, white hijab (2nd-5th)
black sneakers |
Hijab for girls in grades 2-4 is only
required for prayer. A navy blue cardigan sweater is allowed
for boys and girls. |
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Tuesday |
Navy Blue Pants, White shirt with
buttons, white socks, black sneakers or dress shoes, navy blue sweater
(optional) |
Navy Blue jumper/white dress shirt,
navy blue pants under jumper, white socks, white hijab (2nd-5th)black
sneakers |
Hijab for girls in grades 2-4 is only
required for prayer. A navy blue cardigan sweater is allowed
for boys and girls. |
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Wednesday |
Navy Blue Pants, White shirt with
buttons, white socks, black sneakers or dress shoes, navy blue sweater
(optional) |
Navy Blue jumper/white dress shirt,
navy blue pants under jumper, white socks, white hijab (2nd-5th)black
sneakers |
Hijab for girls in grades 2-4 is only
required for prayer. A navy blue cardigan sweater is allowed
for boys and girls. |
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Thursday |
Navy Blue Pants, White shirt with
buttons, white socks, black sneakers or dress shoes, navy blue sweater
(optional) |
Navy Blue jumper/white dress shirt,
navy blue pants under jumper, white socks, white hijab (2nd-5th)black
sneakers |
Hijab for girls in grades 2-4 is only
required for prayer. A navy blue cardigan sweater is allowed
for boys and girls. |
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Friday |
Navy Blue Pants, White dress shirt with buttons, white socks, dress
shoes, navy blue tie or kufi |
Navy Blue jumper/white dress shirt,
navy blue pants under jumper, white socks, white hijab (2nd-5th)
black dress shoes |
Dress shirts, dress shoes and tie or
kufi are mandatory on Friday. “Hoodies”are not allowed any day. |
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Middle School Girls |
Middle School Boys |
High School Girls |
High School Boys |
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Monday |
Burgundy Tunic, Burgundy Pants, white
hijab, clean white socks, black sneakers. |
White dress shirt,
black slacks/trousers, clean white socks, black sneakers, trousers must have
black belt, burgundy blazer |
Green Tunic, Green pants, white hijab,
clean white socks, black sneakers. |
White dress shirt,
black slacks/trousers, belt, clean white socks, black sneakers, green blazer |
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Tuesday |
Burgundy Tunic, Burgundy Pants, white
hijab, clean white socks, black sneakers. |
White dress shirt,
black slacks/trousers, clean white socks, black sneakers, trousers must have
black belt, burgundy blazer |
Green Tunic, Green pants, white hijab,
clean white socks, black sneakers. |
White dress shirt,
black slacks/trousers, belt, clean white socks, black sneakers, green blazer |
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Wednesday |
Burgundy Tunic, Burgundy Pants, white
hijab, clean white socks, black sneakers. |
White dress shirt,
black slacks/trousers, clean white socks, black sneakers, trousers must have
black belt, burgundy blazer |
Green Tunic, Green pants, white hijab,
clean white socks, black sneakers. |
White dress shirt,
black slacks/trousers, belt, clean white socks, black sneakers, green blazer |
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Thursday |
Burgundy Tunic, Burgundy Pants, white
hijab, clean white socks, black sneakers. |
White dress shirt,
black slacks/trousers, clean white socks, black sneakers, trousers must have
black belt, burgundy blazer |
Green Tunic, Green pants, white hijab,
clean white socks, black sneakers. |
White dress shirt,
black slacks/trousers, clean white socks, black sneakers, green blazer |
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Friday |
Burgundy Tunic, Burgundy Pants, white
hijab with beading allowed on Fridays only, clean white socks, black dress shoes. |
White dress shirt,
black slacks/trousers, clean white socks, black dress shoes, trousers must have black belt, burgundy blazer
and tie |
Green Tunic, Green pants, white hijab
with beading allowed on Fridays, clean white socks, black dress shoes. |
White dress shirt,
black slacks/trousers, clean white socks, black dress shoes, tie,
green blazer and tie |
Notes about uniforms:
Please purchase sizes that are
loose fitting for the girls. The
uniforms are sold at the school.
Blazers and ties must be
purchased from our vendor.
Please make sure that uniforms
are clean and pressed.
All clothing must be Islamically appropriate and loose fitting.
Hijab for girls in 4th
and fifth grade is mandatory daily; for girls in 2nd and third it is
optional daily but mandatory for daily prayer.
Salam School Anti-Bullying Policy
1.
INTRODUCTION
All children and young people have the right to a safe educational environment free from harassment and bullying. This policy is implemented in partnership with the school’s discipline policy and serves the entire school from grades PKG through 12th.
2.
DEFINITION
Bullying is any behavior which is deliberately intended to hurt, threaten, frighten or discriminate against another individuals or group. It is usually unprovoked, happens again and again as part of a pattern of behavior and can continue for a long period of time. It always reflects the abuse of power, with one (or more) person (s), a victim and the other, a bully. It is the acquisition of power over others who are deemed powerless. Bullying includes: Physical: Pushing, kicking, hitting, pinching and other forms of violence or threats of violence. Verbal: Name calling, derogatory references to family name, sarcasm, innuendos, spreading rumors, persistent teasing. Emotional: Excluding, tormenting, ridicule, humiliation. Intrusive: Email, video-text, text messaging, or electronic posting designed to upset or abuse. Racist: Racial taunts, graffiti, gestures. Sexual: Unwanted physical contact or abusive comments.
3.
AIMS
· Inform students and parents of our expectations in order to ensure a productive partnership, where everyone has a role to play in stopping bullying
· Maintain a community in which everyone feels valued and safe and where individual differences are appreciated, understood and accepted
· Promote a secure and happy , caring environment where kindness and helpfulness are expected and respected
· Praise and reward positive behavior which benefits others and the community as a whole
· Teach students to respect themselves and others and promote self-esteem
· Reduce the emotional and mental distress of any bullying and allow all students the right to enjoy their time at school
4.
STRATEGIES
· Help students through advice and counseling to make the right choices and not succumb to peer pressure
· Listen to all parties involved in incidents and always take allegations from victims seriously
· Reassure students that the school will do all in its power to protect and support all parties involved while the issues are being resolved
· Foster by example the values we as a school believe in
· Investigate all incidents as fully as possible
· Use a range of strategies which challenge bullying behavior
· Include within the curriculum, opportunities to discuss and consider bullying and other forms of anti-social behavior
· Identify bullying behavior at the early stages and work toward behavior modification before the problem becomes more serious
5.
REPORTING BULLYING
As a school we will:
· Encourage victims and witnesses to speak up within anonymity if necessary
· Treat incidents seriously however trivial they may seem at first glance
· Be alert, as an entire staff, for changes in behavior, attitude and well-being and report these changes immediately to the appropriate administrator.
6.
RESPONDING TO BULLYING
As a school, we will strive to:
· Take all bullying problems seriously
· Deal with each incident individually and to access the needs of each student separately
· Regard all incidents as potentially serious and investigate them thoroughly
· Ensure that bullies and victims are interviewed separately
· Obtain witness information
· Keep a written record of the incident, investigation and outcomes
· Inform staff as necessary, about incidents
· Ensure that action is taken to prevent further incidents. Such action may include:
Imposition of sanctions
ü Class C Infraction consequences
ü Obtaining a sincere apology and informing parents of both the bully and the bullied
ü Provide support for both victim and bully
· Students should recite Dua’a before eating.
· Students should stay in line while lunch is served.
· Follow directions of the driver.
· Stay in your seat and have seat belt on at all times.
· Keep all parts of your body and all objects in the vehicle.
· Pushing, shoving, or fighting is not allowed at any time.
· Eating, drinking, or spitting is not permitted.
· Use low voices when talking inside the vehicle.
The rules and discipline procedures at Salam School have been established for the protection of all students. Students are expected to respect the rules as well as the people responsible for carrying them out. Our goal is for each student is to learn to be responsible for his/her own actions.
School-wide rules at Salam School are divided into three categories: minor offenses, major offenses, and severe offenses. Students are disciplined in a progressive manner according to the seriousness of the offense and the number of times he/she been referred to the office. Teachers will normally handle minor offenses and some major offenses. Major offenses may, and severe offenses will, be referred too the office. Referrals will specify the action, which took place prior, to correct students. Parents will be notified when students have been referred to the school office for repeated minor offenses and major or severe offenses.
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Consequences |
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Violation of general school and/or class rules. Horseplay on school grounds or being in an unassigned area without a pass Tardies |
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Warning, student conference, Recess or after school detention, Notice sent home, and/or Possible parent conference |
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Harassment |
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Consequences |
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Repeated minor offenses Profanity or vulgarity |
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Referral to office, detention, parent conferences, and/or suspension. |
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Consequences |
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Repeated major offenses Defiance Fighting Habitual profanity or vulgarity Severe defacing or destruction of school property (including school textbooks) Bringing a controlled substance, cigarettes or weapon on campus Repeated Harassment |
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Referral to office, restitution for damage, suspension and/or expulsion. |
The following are also considered serious violations and will result in immediate disciplinary actions, which may result in suspension or expulsion:
Failure to respect authority of adults
Besides fighting, any action that is gravely detrimental to the physical and
Spiritual welfare of other pupils
Theft
Lying
Continued willful disobedience
Vandalism and Damage: Any damage to the school building or its contents and equipment through recklessness or carelessness will result in fines sufficient to cover the cost of replacement, including labor. The student will be subject to disciplinary action.
Stealing: Stealing is unacceptable. Stealing another person's property or school equipment will result in a disciplinary action. Items that are found should be turned in immediately to the Lost and Found.
Cheating: Cheating in any form, including plagiarism or allowing one’s work to be used, will be considered a serious offense. When a student is cheating, the following steps will be taken: 1) the student will be sanctioned, 2) the student’s parents will be notified.
Disrespect: Any action of disrespect or defiance towards a faculty or staff member is unacceptable. Students who talk back to faculty members, ignore directives, or threaten faculty members will receive disciplinary action.
Harassment, teasing, or other forms of disrespect of peers will be dealt with in a similar way. Students who witness such behavior should report it to a faculty member.
Fighting: Students who are involved in fights in any way will receive disciplinary action(s), including possible suspension. Repeated violations could result in expulsion procedures.
A suspension from school for one or more days (or expulsion) may be administered immediately at the discretion of the Principal. During a suspension, the student should be supervised and counseled by the parents about responsibility to improve behavior.
Students who follow the school-wide and classroom rules will be rewarded. Students who do not follow rules will receive the appropriate consequences as outlined above.
The uniform for Salam School has been changed for 2008-2009. Please find below the new dress code. Students will be considered out of uniform if their apparel is other than the uniform listed below. They will be sent home to dress appropriately or the parents will be called to bring in the correct clothing. The goal and mission of the new policy is to have all Salam School students dressed uniformly.
SALAM ELEMENTARY SCHOOL-K4 THRU 5TH GRADE
UNIFORM FOR BOYS- K4 THRU 5TH GRADE
Navy blue pants
White polo shirt –Monday thru Thursday
White dress shirt- full sleeve –Mandatory on Friday
White clean socks
Black gym shoes (no sandals)-Monday thru Thursday
Black dress shoes-–Mandatory on Friday
Navy blue Tie - Mandatory on Friday (To be purchased from The Uniform Place – 811 N. 68th St. Wauwatosa, WI 53213 – Between State St & Wisconsin Ave – Across from Balistreri’s)
UNIFORM FOR GIRLS- K4 THRU 5TH GRADE
Navy blue jumper
White polo shirt (short sleeved- K4, K5, 1ST grade)
White polo shirt (long sleeved- 2nd grade thru 5th grade)
White Hijab ( 2nd grade thru 5th grade) NO BEADS or decorations- (available for purchase at Salam School if desired)
White clean socks or opaque stockings
Black gym shoes (no sandals)-Monday thru Thursday
Black dress shoes-–Mandatory on Friday (no sandals and no heels with more than a one inch heel)
Navy blue pants (if desired under jumper)
Girls cannot wear make-up, perfume, nail polish, or jewelry.
SALAM MIDDLE SCHOOL-6TH GRADE THRU 8TH GRADE
UNIFORM FOR BOYS
Black dress pants
White full sleeve dress shirt (button down,-no polo)/half sleeve in summer
White clean socks
Black gym shoes (no sandals)-Monday thru Thursday
Black dress shoes-–Mandatory on Friday
Middle school (6th, 7th and 8th grade) Burgundy blazer with Salam School logo (To be purchased from The Uniform Place – 811 N. 68th St. Wauwatosa, WI 53213 – Between State St & Wisconsin Ave – Across from Balistreri’s)
Middle school (6th, 7th and 8th grade) Burgundy /black striped tie -Mandatory on Friday ((To be purchased from The Uniform Place – 811 N. 68th St. Wauwatosa, WI 53213 – Between State St & Wisconsin Ave – Across from Balistreri’s)
UNIFORM FOR GIRLS
Middle school (6th, 7th and 8th grade) - Burgundy long sleeved tunic (To be purchased from Salam School) (Parents to be notified when available – mid August )
Middle school (6th, 7th and 8th grade) Burgundy matching pants (To be purchased from Salam School) (Parents to be notified when available – mid August )
White clean socks
Black gym shoes (no sandals)-Monday thru Thursday
Black dress shoes -–Mandatory on Friday (no sandals and no heels with more than a one inch heel)
White Hijab –NO BEADS or decorations-
Girls cannot wear make-up, perfume, nail polish, or jewelry.
SALAM HIGH SCHOOL-9TH GRADE THRU 12TH GRADE
UNIFORM FOR BOYS
Black dress pants
White full sleeve dress shirt (button down,-no polo)/half sleeve in summer
White clean socks
Black gym shoes (no sandals)-Monday thru Thursday
Black dress shoes-–Mandatory on Friday
High school (9th grade thru 12th grade) Green blazer with Salam School logo (To be purchased from The Uniform Place – 811 N. 68th St. Wauwatosa, WI 53213 – Between State St & Wisconsin Ave – Across from Balistreri’s)
High school (9th grade thru 12th grade) Green /black striped tie –Mandatory on Friday (To be purchased from The Uniform Place – 811 N. 68th St. Wauwatosa, WI 53213 – Between State St & Wisconsin Ave – Across from Balistreri’s)
UNIFORM FOR GIRLS
High school (9th grade thru 12th grade) Green long sleeve tunic (To be purchased from Salam School) (Parents to be notified when available – mid August )
High school (9th grade thru 12th grade) -Green matching pants (To be purchased from Salam School) (Parents to be notified when available – mid August )
White clean socks
Black gym shoes (no sandals)-Monday thru Thursday
Black dress shoes -–Mandatory on Friday (no sandals and no heels with more than a one inch heel)
White Hijab –NO BEADS or decorations-
Girls cannot wear make-up, perfume, nail polish, or jewelry.
Students will have the privilege of at least one free dress day per month. Free dress, however, depends on the student’s responsibility when choosing appropriate clothing. If student does not follow the dress code according to our values, he/she will be given a uniform notice, and free dress privileges will be suspended.
With every uniform code come the expectations of compliance by all students. The parents’ support in reminding children of the expectations of the school dress code is invaluable and necessary. In the event a child is out of uniform, a uniform notice will be given. The notice should be signed by the parents noting the violations for future reference. More than three uniform notices will result in further consequences.
A code of cleanliness is expected for all students. Hair must be properly combed or brushed. Students should bathe or shower every day. Nails should be trimmed. Clothing should be clean and free from noticeable stains. Shirts and blouses should be neatly pressed. Shoes should be cleaned regularly.
Wisconsin State Law requires that all children entering a Wisconsin elementary school be immunized against diphtheria, tetanus, pertussis, polio, measles, mumps and rubella. These requirements can be waived only if a properly signed health or religious exemption is filed with the school. In order for a child to enter school, this form must be completed, signed, and on file prior to admission at the school the child will attend. Parents/guardians who are in non-compliance with this law will be contacted by the district attorney.
Children who have a communicable disease, (ringworm, pink eye, measles, mumps, chicken pox, strep throat) may not attend school until they have a written note from the doctor.
If a student contact lice, he or she will not be allowed to return to school until after he or she is treated. A child must bring to the school office the empty lice treatment package, to show that treatment was done. Encourage your child/ren not to share combs, brushes, hats, scarves etc.
The Milwaukee City Health Department recommends that each student have a “Child’s Health History” form on file. Parent/guardians are given these forms at the time of registration and they must be promptly returned.
Due to budgetary cutbacks, the City of Milwaukee Health Department has reduced the number of school nurse visits. The school nurse has limited contact with the schools; therefore one should not assume that the services of a nurse would be provided on a weekly basis. Medical irregularities should be presented to your family physician.
Schools will also provide preventive drug and alcohol programs. Support and referral procedures shall be available for students.
If a child is sick in the morning, the school expects him/her to remain home for the day. Sometimes children come to school already ill and often the school is unable to reach the parents/guardians.
If a student becomes sick in school or suffers an injury, parents/guardians will be contacted. It is necessary to have all available emergency information on file in case no one can be contacted at home.
No student may leave the school building because of sickness without first reporting to the school office.
In order for the child to take medication during the school day, the parent/guardian must sign the “Parents/Guardian Medication Consent Form.” (See Appendix)
School personnel may not administer medicine. If a child must take medication, they must be able to administer the dose themselves. All medications will be kept in the school office. It is essential that a note from the physician and parent/guardian accompany all medication. If a doctor’s statement and parent/guardian permission form do not accompany the medication, the student will not receive it. All medication that is given, will be logged every time medicine is administered.
Students are allowed the use of the school office phone for EMERGENCY purposes only. Permission for use should be obtained from the principal or authorized staff member. Otherwise, students will be charged .35 cents per call.
Parent/guardian involvement is essential and required for an effective school community.
Importance of Home-School Communications and Outreach Activities
Parent/guardian-school communication is an integral part of the education process. Unless parents/guardians, teachers, and principal are mutually cooperative, the supportive environment necessary for optimum learning is denied to the child. The school recognizes that parents are partners in the education process, and that parents have both the right and the responsibility to share in decisions about their child’s education and development. Furthermore, parents are given the opportunity to participate in the out reach activities provided by the school, Islamic Society of Milwaukee and other local organizations. These activities are intended to support, nurture and instruct parents in their role as the primary educator of their children.
Parents/Guardian, Student, Teacher Conferences
Parents/guardian, student, teacher conferences are held three times a year. When a conference is scheduled, attendance by both the parent/guardian and the child is mandatory. If the child doesn’t attend, it will be counted as an absence. If a parent/guardian fails to attend scheduled conferences, progress reports or grades will not be issued.
While there is a scheduled time for parent/guardian, student, teacher conferences, parents/guardians or teachers may arrange additional meetings at convenient times for all involved. Teachers will not be interrupted by phone calls or unarranged conferences during class time (8:00a.m. to 3:00 p.m.). Messages may be left with the school secretary.
Parents/guardians are always welcome to visit, but these visits are to be arranged in advance at a time mutually agreed upon by the principal, teacher and parent/guardian.
Fundraisers are a necessary part of maintaining and supporting school expansion and other projects. Parent support is appreciated.
There are many ways that parents/guardians can actively participate in the school. Volunteering as a room parent, cafeteria or playground supervisor, hall monitors, tutors or chaperoning a class field trip are but samples of opportunities. Parents are also encouraged to involve themselves in the students activities and learning whenever possible.
Salam School has a parent/teacher support group that works closely with school administration. Elections are held every year, although members may serve a two-year term. All parents are encouraged to become members of the PTSG.
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Boys/Elementary |
Girls/Elementary |
Notes: |
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Monday |
Navy Blue Pants, White shirt with buttons, white socks, black sneakers or black dress shoes, navy blue sweater (optional) |
Navy Blue jumper/white dress shirt (long sleeves), navy blue pants under jumper, white socks, white hijab (2nd-5th) black sneakers or black dress shoes |
Hijab for girls in grades 2-3 is only required for prayer. A navy blue cardigan sweater is allowed for boys and girls. |
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Tuesday |
Navy Blue Pants, White shirt with buttons, white socks, black sneakers or black dress shoes, navy blue sweater (optional) |
Navy Blue jumper/white dress shirt (long sleeves), navy blue pants under jumper, white socks, white hijab (2nd-5th) black sneakers or black dress shoes |
Hijab for girls in grades 2-3 is only required for prayer. A navy blue cardigan sweater is allowed for boys and girls. |
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Wednesday |
Navy Blue Pants, White shirt with buttons, white socks, black sneakers or black dress shoes, navy blue sweater (optional) |
Navy Blue jumper/white dress shirt (long sleeves), navy blue pants under jumper, white socks, white hijab (2nd-5th) black sneakers or black dress shoes |
Hijab for girls in grades 2-3 is only required for prayer. A navy blue cardigan sweater is allowed for boys and girls. |
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Thursday |
Navy Blue Pants, White shirt with buttons, white socks, black sneakers or black dress shoes, navy blue sweater (optional) |
Navy Blue jumper/white dress shirt (long sleeves), navy blue pants under jumper, white socks, white hijab (2nd-5th) black sneakers or black dress shoes |
Hijab for girls in grades 2-3 is only required for prayer. A navy blue cardigan sweater is allowed for boys and girls. |
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Friday |
Navy Blue Pants, White dress shirt with buttons, white socks, black dress shoes, navy blue tie or kufi ( mandatory) |
Navy Blue jumper/white dress shirt (long sleeves), navy blue pants under jumper, white socks, white hijab (2nd-5th),black dress shoes |
Dress shirts, dress shoes and tie or kufi are mandatory on Friday. |
Please Note The Following:
· Hoodies, sweatshirts, and sweat jackets are not allowed unless they are navy blue and have the Salam School logo.
· Socks should be completely white, no colors.
· Sneakers and dress shoes should be completely black. (Reebok has an all black shoe)
· A navy blue cardigan sweater may be worn in school during school hours.
· Friday is special; all children are required to wear dress shoes.
