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12th Grade Graduation and KG, 5th Grade, and 8th Grade Promotion Ceremony
12th Grade Graduation and KG, 5th Grade, and 8th Grade Promotion Ceremony
Parents are cordially invited to attend our 2026 High School Graduation and Promotion Ceremony for Kindergarten, 5th Grade, and 8th Grade students. The ceremony will take place tomorrow, Saturday, May 16 at 6:00 PM. Students are expected to wear formal attire for this special occasion. Doors will open at 5:30 PM, and all students must arrive by 5:45 PM and report directly to their classrooms to be with their teachers. The ceremony will begin promptly at 6:00 PM. All parents and students are kindly requested to arrive on time to ensure a smooth and timely start to the program.
We look forward to celebrating with you and your child as they enter this new journey in their lives.
Countdown:
Countdown:
Just 4 Days of Student Attendance Left! Last day of school is Thursday, May 21, with dismissal at 11:30AM. The final stretch of the school year is upon us! Let's channel our collective energy and enthusiasm to make these last 4 days truly memorable, and as we approach the finish line, let's keep that momentum going strong to wrap up the year on a high note. Together, we can ensure a positive and impactful conclusion to the year.
Last week of school…Uniform free!
Last week of school…Uniform free!
Monday, May 18 [Pajama Day] - Students will have fun educational in-class activities organized by the homeroom teachers, including board games, while also helping with organization and cleaning up the classroom.
Tuesday, May 19 [Field Day Assigned Shirts] - Field Day organized by Coach Hassan. See assigned color shirt below.
Wednesday, May 20 [School Colors Day Green/White] - Students will have fun educational in-class activities organized by the homeroom teachers.
Thursday, May 21 [Dress to Impress]- Sports Awards during Morning Assembly and Honor Roll announced in class, celebrating the hard work and achievements of the students throughout the year!
Field Day
Field Day
Our annual Field Day is scheduled for Tuesday, May 19, from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. This fun-filled event is exclusively for DU students, organized by Coach Hassan. promising a day of excitement, team games, and active indoor/outdoor fun! See assigned color shirt below.
Refreshments & Lunch:
Refreshments & Lunch:
PTO Snacks: To keep everyone energized, the PTO will provide cold drinks and snacks throughout the event.
Lunch: Please note that parents are still required to pack a lunch for their children as usual.
PTO Needs Help - Enclosed is the sign-up sheet for our Field Day on May 19, 2026. Please Note: This is the final opportunity of the school year to complete your mandatory volunteer hours. The PTO is providing free snacks, but we need your help to run the stations! Your Options: Volunteer: Sign up via the enclosed Field Day Sign-up Sheet. Donate: If you cannot attend, you may donate to cover your remaining hour balance. You can Zelle the amount to pto.treasurer@dupeoria.org. JazakAllah Khair, and we would appreciate your response at your earliest convenience. It would be greatly helpful if you could choose the volunteer option first.
Shirt Colors: We kindly ask that your child wears the specific shirt color assigned to their grade level below.
A special thank you to Coach Hasan for organizing this wonderful event for our students!
Summer Learning Resources
Summer Learning Resources
As we approach the summer break, we want to highlight the importance of keeping students engaged and connected to learning during this time. Summer offers a wonderful opportunity for your child to explore new interests, reinforce key concepts, and get a head start on the upcoming school year. To support this, we’ve made all summer learning materials easily accessible on your child’s class website. Simply visit the homeroom page and click on the “Summer Learning” tab to find everything you need. These resources are thoughtfully designed to keep your child’s mind active and curious throughout the break. The aim is to help students stay connected to school while reinforcing essential skills—without unnecessary busywork. The spring NWEA MAP results will be integrated with IXL's recommendations, allowing students to maintain or improve their math and reading skills over the summer. Summer activity will also include the summer reading and math challenge programs offered by the Peoria Public Library (flyers have been distributed to students today). As an added incentive, students who complete their summer work will be invited to our Back-to-School Party in August, 2026, Insha'Allah!
2025-26 Final Report Cards
2025-26 Final Report Cards
The final report cards for 1st Grade through High School will be available on QuickSchools on Thursday, May 21, after 3:00PM. Preschool and kindergarten report cards will be distributed to parents on Thursday, May 21.
MAP Growth Results
MAP Growth Results
Your child’s MAP® Growth™ Family Report for Spring 2026, which summarizes their academic performance across the Fall, Winter, and Spring testing periods, will be emailed to you separately on Thursday, May 21. These reports provide valuable insights into your child’s academic progress and growth throughout the year. Teachers use this information to better understand each student’s learning needs, tailor instruction, and set personalized goals. If you have not received your child’s report, please let us know, and we’ll be happy to send you a copy.
Important Dates
Important Dates
May 16—High School Graduation
May 16—KG, 5th, and 8th Grade Promotion Ceremony
May18- Pajama Day
May 19—Field Day (Royal Blue t-shirts for 5th Grade)
May 20- School Colors (Green and White Outfit)
May 21—End of 4th Quarter
May 21—Last Day for Students, Dismissal at 11:30AM
May 21—25-26 FINAL Report Cards available to Parents - All Grades
May 22—Last Day for Teachers
Special Thank You!
Special Thank You!
Dear Respected Parents and Students,
Dear Respected Parents and Students,
I wanted to take a minute to extend my heartfelt thanks and appreciation for all the effort and time you have put into the thoughtful gifts and cards that I have recieved for teacher appreciation week. Your kind words, your support, your appreciation is invaluable to me, and I am grateful for the trust you have placed in me to educate your children and support their growth.
Graduation and Promotion Ceremonies
Graduation and Promotion Ceremonies
The High School Graduation is scheduled for Saturday, May 16, beginning at 6:00 PM in the school gym. As part of this special event, promotion ceremonies for Kindergarten, 5th grade, and 8th grade students will also be included in the program. Alumni will play a prominent role in the evening, serving as Masters of Ceremonies and featuring a special keynote speaker, helping to create a meaningful and memorable celebration for our students and their families.
Hajj Practice
Hajj Practice
A heartfelt thank you to all the parents who played such an important role in the success of our recent Hajj Practice. Your support in setting up, organizing, and cleaning up the mock Hajj scene made a tremendous difference. Your involvement helps create meaningful experiences for our students, and we are deeply grateful for your partnership.
Play. Compete. Together. | DU Sports Week May 4 - 11
Play. Compete. Together. | DU Sports Week May 4 - 11
Daarul Uloom will host its first DU Sports Week from May 4–11. This event is designed to promote student participation, teamwork, and healthy competition. Students in grades 2–5 (junior division) and grades 6–high school (senior division) have been registered for one or more sports, including MMA, basketball, archery, soccer, and volleyball. All activities will take place after school from 5:30–7:30 PM. The deadline to participate has already passed. Please reach out to Mrs. Khudija Khan at afterschool.coordinator@dupeoria.org for any questions.
Peoria Public Library Summer Reading Program
Peoria Public Library Summer Reading Program
A representative from the Peoria Public Library will be visiting our school on May 15 from 2:30 PM to 3:15 PM to introduce students to the Summer Reading Program. During this time, students will learn about the program’s resources, activities, and incentives designed to encourage reading throughout the summer. This visit is intended to promote literacy, foster a love of reading, and connect students with valuable community resources that support continued learning beyond the school year.
DEAR PARENTS,
DEAR PARENTS,
Please make sure your child has a functioning google account they can use for this assignment. Please use the following format:
lastnamefirstinitialdupeoria@gmail.com
for example, for a student named Ahmed Mohamed, their account would be:
Students, please create a google document that contains all your research about your animal (including links) and share it with my account khalifatdupeoria@gmail.com so I can monitor the research.
due Monday, April 20,
Important Dates
Important Dates
May 1-8—DU Sports Week, 5:30-7:30PM
May 5 - 5th Grade field Trip
May 16—High School Graduation + KG, 5th, and 8th Grade Promotion Ceremony
May 19—Field Day
May 21—End of 4th Quarter - Last Day for Students
Spring Break
Spring Break
I would like to take a moment to wish each of you a restful and rejuvenating Spring Break! School will be closed starting from April 6 , and we will resume classes on Monday, April 13.
After School Sports Activities CLOSED for Spring Break
After School Sports Activities CLOSED for Spring Break
InshaAllah, sessions will resume April 13. For any questions or concerns please contact Mrs. Khudijah Khan via email afterschool.coordinator@dupeoria.org
Quran Competition
Quran Competition
The Quran Competition has been conducted successfully on Friday April 3rd. Congratulations to the 5th Grade winners of the Quran Competition! We would also like to extend our sincere appreciation to Mrs. AlQudah and Mrs. Ghazawna for their efforts in organizing and supporting the Quran Competition.
Donuts with Dad!
Donuts with Dad!
Thank You for Joining "Donuts with Dad"! We would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to all the fathers and father figures who joined us for our "Donuts with Dad" event yesterday morning! It was truly special to see our students sharing a delightful morning and creating cherished memories with you. A special thank you to our PTO and volunteers for their hard work in organizing the treats and coordinating the morning's activities.
Enrollment for the 2026-27
Enrollment for the 2026-27
Enrollment for the next school year will open for current students and their siblings on Friday, March 13. As in the previous school years, the enrollment process will be online via the Daarul Uloom website and will be processed on a first-come, first-served basis. Open enrollment will begin on Friday, April 3.
Eid Festival
Eid Festival
We are excited to celebrate our 1st Eid Festival at DU, on Thursday, March 26. The day will include
a longer assembly, in class crafts, book fair, and a student gift exchange within each class. Students will also participate in games/activities in the gym on a rotating schedule, organized by the H.S Student Council, so that everyone has an opportunity to take part.
Students involved in performances will also have their final rehearsals. Parents will be invited to attend the student performances from 2:00 PM to 3:15 PM. In addition, the PTO will host a snack sale fundraiser at dismissal. Further details will be shared in a dedicated email closer to the event.
Furqaan Bookfair
Furqaan Bookfair
We are pleased to host the Furqaan Book Fair on Thursday, March 26 for our students and parents during the school day, and on Friday, March 27 for parents and Peoria community members.
This will be a wonderful opportunity to explore the wide selection of Islamic books and educational materials available through Furqaan Bookstore. We encourage families and community members to join us and take part in this event, as a portion of the proceeds will support the school.
You may explore their website via Furqaan Bookstore USA.
Enrollment for the 2026-27
Enrollment for the 2026-27
Enrollment for the next school year will open for current students and their siblings on Friday, March 13. As in the previous school years, the enrollment process will be online via the Daarul Uloom website and will be processed on a first-come, first-served basis. Open enrollment will begin on Friday, April 3.
Important Dates
Important Dates
March 16-20—Eid Break
March 23—Start of 4th Quarter
March 26—Eid Festival
March 27—Daytime PTC [No School for Students]
Dates to Remember:
Dates to Remember:
March
March
March 12- End of Quarter 3
March 12- End of Quarter 3
March 16-20- Eid Break
March 27 - ParentTeacher Conferences - No School for Students
February
February
Student Eid Gift Exchange: Details and Guidelines:
Student Eid Gift Exchange: Details and Guidelines:
In celebration of Eid, we are pleased to organize a student gift exchange on Thursday, March 26.
In celebration of Eid, we are pleased to organize a student gift exchange on Thursday, March 26.
Please review the guidelines below.
Please review the guidelines below.
Gift Exchange Format and Criteria
Gift Exchange Format and Criteria
• Gifts will be exchanged anonymously, with boys exchanging with boys and girls exchanging
• Gifts will be exchanged anonymously, with boys exchanging with boys and girls exchanging
with girls.
with girls.
• Each gift must fall within the $15 to $20 range. This budget ensures fairness and inclusivity.
• Each gift must fall within the $15 to $20 range. This budget ensures fairness and inclusivity.
The stated limit should not be exceeded.
The stated limit should not be exceeded.
• Please avoid overly personal items such as clothing, perfume, or jewelry.
• Please avoid overly personal items such as clothing, perfume, or jewelry.
• All gifts must be school appropriate and age appropriate.
• All gifts must be school appropriate and age appropriate.
• Items that promote violence, inappropriate language, or unsafe materials are not permitted.
• Items that promote violence, inappropriate language, or unsafe materials are not permitted.
• Food items are not allowed due to allergy considerations.
• Food items are not allowed due to allergy considerations.
Gifts should be thoughtful and respectful of cultural and religious values.
Gifts should be thoughtful and respectful of cultural and religious values.
Gift Wrapping and Submission
Gift Wrapping and Submission
• Gifts must be placed in a gift bag and NOT wrapped.
• Gifts must be placed in a gift bag and NOT wrapped.
• The student’s name (the giver) should be clearly labeled on a piece of paper and placed inside
• The student’s name (the giver) should be clearly labeled on a piece of paper and placed inside
the bag.
the bag.
• The administration or homeroom teacher will review each gift to ensure it meets the stated
• The administration or homeroom teacher will review each gift to ensure it meets the stated
criteria.
criteria.
All gifts must be submitted to the homeroom teacher no later than March 2.
All gifts must be submitted to the homeroom teacher no later than March 2.
Gift Assignment Process
Gift Assignment Process
• Students will be assigned a number at random by their teacher. Each student will receive the gift corresponding to their assigned number
• Students will be assigned a number at random by their teacher. Each student will receive the gift corresponding to their assigned number
January
January
January 15: 100th Day of School
January 16: Uniform-Free Friday is Smart Casual. "Smart Casual" generally means a step up from daily wear while remaining practical for school. Jeans and sweatpants are not allowed.
January 16: Honor Roll Presentation [In Class]
January 19: M.L. King Day, No School
January 20: In-class written spelling bee, grades 1-8
January 21: In-class oral spelling bee, grades 1-8
January 22: HS Bake Sale, Lunch A and B
January 22: All School Spelling Bee, grades 4-8
January 23: Uniform-Free Friday is Black and Yellow.
Dates to Remember:
Dates to Remember:
February
February
Student Eid Gift Exchange: Details and Guidelines:
Student Eid Gift Exchange: Details and Guidelines:
In celebration of Eid, we are pleased to organize a student gift exchange on Thursday, March 26.
In celebration of Eid, we are pleased to organize a student gift exchange on Thursday, March 26.
Please review the guidelines below and post this information on your class website.
Please review the guidelines below and post this information on your class website.
Gift Exchange Format and Criteria
Gift Exchange Format and Criteria
• Gifts will be exchanged anonymously, with boys exchanging with boys and girls exchanging
• Gifts will be exchanged anonymously, with boys exchanging with boys and girls exchanging
with girls.
with girls.
• Each gift must fall within the $15 to $20 range. This budget ensures fairness and inclusivity.
• Each gift must fall within the $15 to $20 range. This budget ensures fairness and inclusivity.
The stated limit should not be exceeded.
The stated limit should not be exceeded.
• Please avoid overly personal items such as clothing, perfume, or jewelry.
• Please avoid overly personal items such as clothing, perfume, or jewelry.
• All gifts must be school appropriate and age appropriate.
• All gifts must be school appropriate and age appropriate.
• Items that promote violence, inappropriate language, or unsafe materials are not permitted.
• Items that promote violence, inappropriate language, or unsafe materials are not permitted.
• Food items are not allowed due to allergy considerations.
• Food items are not allowed due to allergy considerations.
Gifts should be thoughtful and respectful of cultural and religious values.
Gifts should be thoughtful and respectful of cultural and religious values.
Gift Wrapping and Submission
Gift Wrapping and Submission
• Gifts must be placed in a gift bag and NOT wrapped.
• Gifts must be placed in a gift bag and NOT wrapped.
• The student’s name (the giver) should be clearly labeled on a piece of paper and placed inside
• The student’s name (the giver) should be clearly labeled on a piece of paper and placed inside
the bag.
the bag.
• The administration or homeroom teacher will review each gift to ensure it meets the stated
• The administration or homeroom teacher will review each gift to ensure it meets the stated
criteria.
criteria.
All gifts must be submitted to the homeroom teacher no later than March 2.
All gifts must be submitted to the homeroom teacher no later than March 2.
Gift Assignment Process
Gift Assignment Process
• Students will be assigned a number at random by their teacher. Each student will receive the gift corresponding to their assigned number
• Students will be assigned a number at random by their teacher. Each student will receive the gift corresponding to their assigned number
January
January
January 15: 100th Day of School
January 16: Uniform-Free Friday is Smart Casual. "Smart Casual" generally means a step up from daily wear while remaining practical for school. Jeans and sweatpants are not allowed.
January 16: Honor Roll Presentation [In Class]
January 19: M.L. King Day, No School
January 20: In-class written spelling bee, grades 1-8
January 21: In-class oral spelling bee, grades 1-8
January 22: HS Bake Sale, Lunch A and B
January 22: All School Spelling Bee, grades 4-8
January 23: Uniform-Free Friday is Black and Yellow.
December
8-9: MAP Testing
19: End of 2nd semester
22-31: Winter Break
November
KG and 1st Grade Bake Sale is on Thursday, November 20
It's time for the Arabic Spelling Bee! We are excited to announce that Daarul Uloom's annual Arabic Spelling Bee will be taking place next week, and we welcome all students in Grades 1 through 8 to participate.
Grades 4–8: Elimination rounds begin on Monday, November 17, 2025
Final Round of Arabic Spelling Bee - Important Details for Participating Students' Parents for Grades 4-8: Event Details for Finalists
Date: Friday, November 21, 2025
Time: Promptly beginning at 2:00 PM (immediately after Jumu’ah salah)
Location: The School Gym
Participants: Students in grades 4–8 who have advanced to the final round.
26-28: Fall Break
October
No school and parent teacher conferences
Parent-Teacher Conferences will be held on:
• Thursday, October 16 from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
• Friday, October 17 from 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Please schedule a separate meeting with Mrs. Mubeen and Mrs. AlQudah.
Q1 Grades due October 10th
September
Sep 19: Friday - No School
Sep 8:Monday - Picture Day!
No school Monday 9/1: Labor Day
Sep 4: Field Trip to Tanners Orchard 9am-1pm. Permission slips and $17 due as soon as possible, thank you!
August
Aug 14: Back-to-School Night for PreK-1st–5th Grades [6:30 PM–8:00 PM]
Aug 15: Back-to-School Night for MS–HS [6:30 PM–8:00 PM]
Aug 18: Summer Packets due for returning students
Aug 18-27: MAP Growth Testing for K-10th Grades
Aug 27: Fire Drill Practice
Contact Information:
Contact Information:
Homeroom (English Language Arts, Mathematics, Science, & Social Studies): Mrs. Tasneim Khalifa [khalifat@dupeoria.org]
Islamic Studies & Computers: Mrs. Mubeen Fatima [fatimam@dupeoria.org]
Islamic Studies Fall PTC Sign Up
Qur'aan & Arabic: Mrs. Khawla Alqudah [alqudahk@dupeoria.org]
Physical Education: Coach Hassan Brik [brikh@dupeoria.org] & Coach Khudija Khan [khank@dupeoria.org]
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