Education and Enrichment Services for the Whole Community Rihla Center Education and Enrichment Services for the Whole Community A Collaborative Effort of:  

Goals and Overview Goals Overview To provide educational services to meet the needs of ARS students, AQA students, homeschool students, public school students, and their parents Overview Homeschool services: supervision, classes, and extra-curricular Supplemental classes: STEM, Qur’an/Arabic (for children and parents) Athletic opportunities Remediation services for new ARS students and others in the community 11/20/2018 12:01 AM

Homeschool Services Homeschool Umbrella (pending approval) State recognized homeschool supervisor Homeschool Classes Provide support to families for their homeschool requirements Grades 3 – 8: Afterschool Supplemental Courses High School (girls): with ARS (during the school day) Extra-Curricular Allow for homeschoolers to participate in ARS field trips, competitions, events, and standardized testing 11/20/2018 12:01 AM

Enrichment Clubs & Classes Science, Technology, Engineering, Math (STEM) Robotics, Build Projects, Labs, Guest Speakers Qur’an and Arabic Remedial classes that focus on reading fluency Courses for parents Courses for public school students Remediation Classes and/or Tutoring For new ARS students or others in the community who need additional help 11/20/2018 12:01 AM

Athletics Martial Arts Sports teams and/or training Health and Fitness Afterschool Program Integrated with ARS sports teams Arranged with youth groups of other communities Health and Fitness Yoga for sisters Tai-Chi for brothers 11/20/2018 12:01 AM

Science Lab/History (3-8) Schedule (Tentative)  Day A (2:45-3:45pm) A (3:45-4:30pm) B (4:30-5:45pm ) Monday Athletics Arabic/Qur’an Math (3-8) Tuesday STEM LA/SS (3-8) Wednesday Thursday Friday Science Lab/History (3-8) 11/20/2018 12:01 AM

Important Info Placement Testing: Website: www.ISB.org/RihlaCenter 3rd-8th: 9/17-9/18 (4-5:40 PM) High School (girls only): 9/24-9/25 (4-5:30 PM) Only those who have applied may take the placement tests Website: www.ISB.org/RihlaCenter Online Applications Class and Club Lists Calendar of Events Email: RihlaCenter@isb.org Director: Jose Acevedo Coordinator: Najaah Lee 11/20/2018 12:01 AM

Parent Responsibilities Tuition/Fees: Pay all tuition and fees through automatic deduction or post-dated checks Homeschoolers Ensure that all work is being completed Register with the State as a homeschooler Complete other subjects as required by the State of MD Communicate with and support of tutors/teachers on student progress (academically and behaviorally) Punctuality Arrive on time to pick up children after the program ends 11/20/2018 12:01 AM

Program Details Proposed courses and clubs for Semester 1

Tuition/Fees $50 Application Fee for all Programs Multi-sibling discounts Homeschool Services Supervision: $75 annual membership ARS Umbrella: $100 annual membership (access to ARS special programs) Grades 3-8 Homeschool: Classes and portfolio assistance Tuition: $200/month (ISB Members); $225 (non-members) Lab/Material/Book Fees: $175 (one-time fee) High School Courses: Girls only Tuition: $600/year (per class) Technology Fee: $275 (optional; based on need of ARS laptop) Lab Fee: $25 (if taking a science course) Book Fees: Varies depending on course taken Clubs and Enrichment Courses (STEM, Athletics, Qur’an/Arabic) Tuition: $75/month for one class; $125 (2 classes); $150 (3 classes) Martial Arts: $40/month (per child) 11/20/2018 12:01 AM

Homeschool (3-8): Math Math-u-See Benefits of program: Teaches by concept Ensures mastery Multi-sensory program (visual, auditory, and hands-on) Videos (DVDs) to help teachers and students with each lesson (Example video on factoring-link) Online drill page and Worksheet Generator (link) Manipulatives app for iPad and Android (link) 11/20/2018 12:01 AM

Homeschool (3-8): ELA Grammar: Analytical Grammar Videos (DVDs) to help teachers and students with each lesson (link) Writing: Writing Strands Built for homeschoolers Clear instructions and guidance Literature: Great Books Focus on comprehension and critical thinking Discussion based 11/20/2018 12:01 AM

Homeschool (3-8): Science & Social Studies Science: Lab based Hands-on labs Lab reports Reading supplements History: Great Books Focus on comprehension and critical thinking Discussion based Fun activities Islamic History 11/20/2018 12:01 AM

Homeschool: High School Al-Rahmah High School classes open for homeschool girls Courses offered: Certification Classes Geometry and Algebra 2/Trigonometry English 101 Biology Arabic/Qur’an/Islamic Studies Special fees may apply depending on class Diploma track to begin 2015-16, inshAllah 11/20/2018 12:01 AM