WEEK#1 Sep 1st , 2026
📢 Important Announcement: Attendance, Punctuality, Drop-Off, Pick-Up, and Student Safety Procedures
Dear Parents/Guardians,
Assalamu alaykum wa rahmatullahi wa barakatuh,
I hope this message finds you and your families in the best of health and iman.
At Ottawa Islamic School, we are committed to providing a nurturing, safe, and productive learning environment for all our students. As part of this commitment, we would like to remind families of the importance of regular attendance, punctuality, and timely drop-off and pick-up, as well as keeping the school informed of any information that may affect your child's health and safety.
🕘 School Hours & Attendance
Our regular school hours are 8:45 AM to 3:00 PM. It is important for students to be present throughout the school day so they can benefit fully from classroom instruction and activities.
Regular attendance and punctuality not only support students' academic success but also help develop discipline, responsibility, and good habits, which are important values in Islam.
If your child is unable to attend school, we kindly ask that you inform the school administration as soon as possible. This helps us maintain accurate attendance records and provide the necessary support for your child.
🌅 Morning Drop-Off & Athkar
Students who are dropped off at 8:45 AM should proceed directly to the gym upon arrival. All students will gather in the gym to participate in the morning Athkar together.
After the morning Athkar, the Grade 1 teacher will guide the students to their classroom to begin their school day.
We kindly ask parents and guardians to ensure that students arrive on time and proceed directly to the gym so they can participate in the morning routine with their classmates.
🏫 Grade 1 Dismissal & Pick-Up Procedure
To ensure a safe, smooth, and organized dismissal process, please note the following:
3:00–3:30 PM
Grade 1 students who are waiting to be picked up will remain in their classroom. During this time, students may read stories, colour, or play quiet games while they wait.
3:30 PM
Any Grade 1 students who have not yet been picked up will be taken to the gym. The teacher will write down the names of the students who have not been picked up and provide the list to the school office.
A late pick-up fee will be applied for students who remain at school after 3:30 PM, in accordance with the school's late pick-up policy.
⏰ Important Reminders
1. Timely Drop-Off and Pick-Up
Please make every effort to drop off students on time at 8:45 AM and pick them up on time at 3:00 PM.
2. Authorized Pick-Up
For the safety and security of all students, if someone other than the parent/guardian will be picking up your child, the school office must have a signed authorization from the parent/guardian on file. Please ensure that any family member or other authorized person who may pick up your child has been officially added to the school's authorized pick-up list in advance.
3. Health Conditions & Allergies
If your child has any health condition, allergy, medical concern, or other health-related need, please make sure that the school office and the Grade 1 homeroom teacher and subjects teachers are informed.
Please provide the school with all necessary information and documentation, including:
Any known allergies or medical conditions.
Emergency contact information.
Information about symptoms or warning signs that staff should be aware of.
Any required medication or medical equipment, following the school's medication procedures.
Any specific instructions or procedures that should be followed in case of an allergic reaction, medical concern, or emergency.
Updates whenever there is a change in your child's health condition, medication, emergency contacts, or medical instructions.
For the safety of your child, please do not assume that information provided to one staff member has been communicated to everyone who needs to know. Please ensure that both the school office and the classroom teacher have the most up-to-date information.
Jazakum Allahu khayran for your continued cooperation and support.
CLASSDOJO
Stay Connected with Our School Through ClassDojo! 📲💬
We’re excited to use ClassDojo — a free and secure app that helps keep you connected to everything happening in your child’s classroom and our school community.
👉 What is ClassDojo?
ClassDojo is a communication app used by teachers and schools to share:
📸 Photos and videos of classroom activities
📅 Updates on school events
✅ Student progress and positive behavior
🏫 Important announcements from the school
✅ Why Use It?
Real-time updates: Know what’s going on in class and school—anytime, anywhere.
Easy communication: Message teachers directly through the app.
Feel involved: See your child’s learning journey through photos, videos, and messages.
Class Dojo Link