Holistic Wellness Quran Brings Mind, Body & Soul Together

WHOLE QURAN. WHOLE CHILD Whole Quran, Whole Child concept is a self-empowerment program. The purpose of this program is to get the students to think about the responsibility they have as individuals towards their wellbeing as a God-given trust. Whole Quran, Whole Child makes the students explore the various options they have in being productive citizens. The Islamic view on the matters of self-evaluation are widely expressed in the Quran and Sunnah. Whole Quran, Whole Child aims toward teaching our children a balanced lifestyle.

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Activities, Projects… A professional, practicing medical panel, explaining the relation between the physical and spiritual health. A calligraphy artist demonstrating techniques of calligraphic writing Each student will get a personalized bookmark School wide Each grade level is responsible to put together a project related to the theme of the festival. Each grade level will present their projects to all the students. Thank you in advance for your cooperation. Grade level

Homeroom Activities ( Suggested Project Ideas ) A treat to the soul; self evaluation sessions that connect Iman( belief) to positive characteristics. Healthy body, healthy mind; physical activities inspired from Hajj, prayers, and Islamic teachings. History of the Quran; a timeline for the process of the revelation. Healthy Nutrition from Quran and Sunnah. Dental Care. First Aid Kit for the soul. Saving Face, Saving Self. Scientific Miracles of the Quran. Other:

The Universal Concepts While working on each project, we ask kindly to clearly discuss, and display (during presentation)the questions below: Wow (Wonder) Have your students own the project by being inspired by your overall vision of the year. What (Form) What is the main purpose of the project? what are the concepts? What does it teach us? When (Time) What was the sequence of events that transpired?

Universal Concepts( cont.) Where(place) What are the real circumstances( physical, social, emotional, spiritual) surrounding the project? What are the connections made? Who (Energy) Who are the main players in this project? What role did they/you play in the project? What are the main factors or dynamics shaping in this project? How ( Motion) How did this project develop? How does this project impact your behavior in future situations, decisions?

Universal Concept( cont.) Why ( Function) Why is this project important? What was the purpose of this project?

Grade Presentations The presentations will take place during the week of Feb.1, Each grade will be presenting in the multi- purpose room or masjid. Selected students will be ready to share with other their learning experience in about minutes. A schedule will be arranged for each grade level presentation. Each grade level needs to have an attractive and interactive display. Some of the suggestions are:

Grade Presentation (cont.) a. Charts b. Word Web c. Mind Maps d. Designs e. Illustrations : self-drawn, down loaded images or photography. f. Surveys g. Podcast h. Other:

Media Presentation Ms. Khan and a group of eighth grade students will be putting together a media presentation showing the process of each project. Ms. Khan will explain the process. A sign up sheet will be provided for the appropriate class time filming. The edited work will be presented as a school-wide activity.

Holistic Wellness Tentative Schedule Feb.1-4 MondayTuesdayWednesdayThursdayFriday Opening ceremony 8:30-9:30 Calligraphy Classes 8:30-12:00 Medical Panel 8:30- 10:30 Calligraphy Classes 8:30 -12:00 Presentations 2:00 -3:00 Presentations 2:00 -3:00 Presentations 2:00 -3:00 Festival Finale’ 2:00- 3:00