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THE OFFICIAL NEWSLETTER OF ISLAMIC COLLEGE OF MELBOURNE
ISLAMIC COLLEGE OF MELBOURNE TERM 3 ISSUE 6 18.9.2018
PRINCIPAL’S MESSAGE
Also, in Term 3, the college finalised the Annual Ramadan Quran
Competition and the winners were awarded their achievement
during morning assembly earlier in the term. This was followed
by Arabic Week then Hajj Week. The college was alight with the
importance and significance of the Arabic Language and the
pilgrimage of Hajj to the Muslim people and community.
Another yearly event to occur this term is the Parent Information
Session for students and parents of new enrolment in 2019. Two
Assalamualaikum Warahmat- separate sessions were held, one for students accepted into
ullah Wabarakatuh Foundation for 2019 and the other for students accepted in Year
Dear Parents and students, 1-11 for 2019. It was a compulsory session which covered the
plans for 2019 and other important information including daily
With one week left of this school practices, policies and the curriculum.
term, I look back and reflect
on the amazing activities The second parent/teacher interviews for the year has been
and events we have held at scheduled for Thursday, 20 September. On this day students will
the college in Term 3. be dismissed at 12.40pm and interviews will commence at
This term we saw some great 1.40pm insha’Allah. Parent/teacher interviews are an essential
achievements in the sport- opportunity for parents to follow up on the progress of their
ing department. One of children and any improvements that need to be achieved for the
which was when the best interest of your children.
college’s table tennis team Friday, 21 September is Footy Day. A SMS was sent to all parents
competed in the state com- last week in regards to students dressing in their team colours and
petition against schools that it would be great for all students to participate in such an
have competed in this sport important event in the Victorian calendar.
for many years. Finally, on behalf of all staff at ICOM, I wish all students, parents and
the community a safe holiday and see you all next term insha’Allah.
Despite the strong competi-
tion, our boys made it all the
way to the state finals and Dr Abdul M. Kamareddine
achieved the second posi- College Principal
tion across the whole state
of Victoria. This was followed
by our Year 5 & 6 boys also
reaching the finals and
placing second in the Bachar
Houli Cup. Great effort to all
our college teams and staff.
Term 3 Newsletter Page 1
ISLAMIC COLLEGE OF MELBOURNE TERM 3 ISSUE 6 18.9.2018
IMPORTANT REMINDERS!
Please ensure that students are given food or money for recess and lunch as it is a huge concern that students
have been coming to school without any food.
Students should not be dropped off to school before 8.20am unless they have morning classes. This is to
ensure the safety of your child as teachers start their morning supervision at 8.20am.
Parents are reminded that all school gates will be opened at 8.20am every morning and students should be at
school for morning assembly at 8.35am. Gates 1 & 3 will close at 8.35am and only gate 4 will remain open for
students to join the assembly. After morning assembly at 8.45am, gate 4 will be closed and the only entrance
into the college will be near the Administration building. The gates will then be opened again at 3.30pm for
afterschool collection.
Parents must advise the college of any medical conditions their child may have, whether it is severe or just a
mild condition.
The uniform for Term 4 is back to the summer uniform. All students are expected to wear the summer uniform,
this includes the school hat. During sunny days students should be sun smart, drink plenty of water and, use
sunscreen. Parents are advised that there’s a NO HAT NO PLAY rule.
Please ensure you inform the college or update your details on the Parent Portal if your contact details have
changed.
IMPORTANT DATES TERM 3
19 September 20 September 21 September 21 September 08 October
Term 3 Term 3 Parent/ Footy Last Day of Term 4 starts
Reports on Teacher Day Term for for students
Parent Portal Interviews students
15-18 October 17 October 22 - 26 October 29 - 2 November 29 - 1 November
Year 5 & 6 Last formal STEM Week Mid Term Year 4
Swimming Day for Year Assessments Swimming
Begins 12 Week Year 7 - 10
5- 9 November 6 November 12 - 15 November 19 - 22 November 23 November
Melbourne Cup Year 1 Foundation 2019
Year 3 Year 2
Public holiday Swimming Orientation Day
Swimming Swimming
Current Foundation
School closed Students day off
ENROLMENTS FOR 2019 Parents who have submitted an expression of interest
Enrolments for 2019 have now closed. Unfortunately, due to the form will be contacted if a place is available for their
number of students currently enrolled at the Islamic College of child next year.
Melbourne and the number of new enrolments already received, the
college will no longer be accepting any further applications. Enrolments for 2019 closed on Wednesday 13 June
2018.
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The Annual Quran Competition
The Annual Quran Competition held so much excitement and energy from Foundation to Year 12. Each
year level had a designated Surah that students had to memorise. By the end of Term 2, all students were
short listed, and they were ready for the final round. We couldn’t even continue testing as everyone was
ready and the teachers went through the fine details within their classes.
Four students were short listed from every class. Many participated, however, not everyone qualified for
the finals. As we told the students, they are all winners, however, we’ve got to choose a 1st, 2nd and 3rd!
The winners were announced during Week 4 of Term 3 and are pictured here.
Mr. Mohammad Ali Hijazi
Qur'an Department Coordinator
Ordinal 1st 2nd 3rd 1st 2nd 3rd 1st 2nd 3rd
Name
Name Ali Quarless Amira Kaddour Ali Abdalhamid Arisha Nafsana Amina Naaman Ayra Monjur Taseen Alam Dimou El Zoobi Hasina Kulan
Year Level Foundation C Foundation C Foundation C Year 1B Year 1B Year 1D Year 2C Year 2A Year 2C
Ordinal 1st 2nd 3rd 1st 2nd 3rd 1st 2nd 3rd
Name Maliha Tasneem Aysha Hussein Diaa El Hawli Mahmoud Salem Jaber Niaz M. Ameerah Hamzah Musa Arham Mir
El-Haouli Faheemuddin Faheem
Year Level Year 3D Year 3C Year 3C Year 4B Year 4C Year 4A Year 5B Year 5B Year 5C
Ordinal 1st 2nd 3rd 1st 2nd 3rd
Name Zainab Ahsan Aqsa Fatima Afifa Khan Abdullah Baker Ayesha
Baloch Abdalhamid Lee Black
Year Level Year 6C Year 6C Year 6C Year 9C Year 11A Year 4B
Term 3 Newsletter
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ISLAMIC COLLEGE OF MELBOURNE TERM 3 ISSUE 6 18.9.2018
End Of Semester One Awards
Another notion for acknowledgement was the End of Semester One Awards. The Quran Department
designed imitated gold star medals with the school logo at the front and the engraved details of the name,
class and the reason at the back. Three students were chosen from every class, i.e one student from every
stream (QAP, Mainstream & iQra’) was selected.
Mr. Mohammad Ali Hijazi
Qur'aan Department Coordinator
NOTE: The below images were incorrect marked as the Quran competition winners.
However these asre from the semester one awards.
Hajj Week
Week 5 of Term 3 (13 to 17 of August) was Hajj Week at ICOM. This was another exciting week in the ICOM Calendar.
The Islamic Studies Department had planned a number of activities this year to celebrate Hajj and Eid-ul-Adha.
Hajj and its values were incorporated in teaching across the curriculum. There were short talks and Nasheed at
morning assembly and after Dhuhr prayers delivered by students. Daily quizzes were conducted throughout the
week.
Sheikh Ajwad Hasham
Islamic Studies Coordinator
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ISLAMIC COLLEGE OF MELBOURNE TERM 3 ISSUE 6 18.9.2018 Primary Activities YEAR 3 SCIENCEWORKS EXCURSION TERM 3 2018 On August 10, the Year 3's enjoyed a day at Scienceworks. The day was filled with great learning experiences, stimulat- ing student interest in our science unit, Night and Day. Students enjoyed the Planetarium Show ‘Tilt’ and eagerly watched as Annie and Max and their robot friend flew into space to discover how the seasons change. They developed understandings of how the seasons are caused by the tilt of the Earth and the Earth’s orbit around the Sun. The Planetarium show was concluded with a ‘What’s in the sky tonight’ presentation. Students were fascinated to find out that planets such as Mars can be seen in the night sky. The Year 3 students participated in the Earth, Moon, and Sun Program. Interactive demonstrations helped students explore how the Earth’s rotation on its axis causes changes in night and day. A highlight of the day was 'Super Future You', a Kinect-based interactive, that allowed students to add 3D body enhancements such as rocket boots, wings, retractable hair and cybernetic brain implants to a real-time video stream of themselves. We thank our amazing parent volunteers and ICOM's lovely staff for their generous assistance. Ms. Sabiha Sahin Student comments: Zara and Yasmin 3A: ‘Our favourite part was exploring the Sound Room’ Yassien 3A: ‘ I liked that I could turn into a robotic human’ ARABIC WEEK 2018 Arabic week is an opportunity to promote the learning of the Arabic language and celebrate students achievements within the school community. Students throughout the school participated in many fun and engaging activities. Mrs. Halima Mussa Specialist Arabic teacher –Grade 5 & 6 Term 3 Newsletter Page 5
ISLAMIC COLLEGE OF MELBOURNE TERM 3 ISSUE 6 18.9.2018 Foundation 100 Days of School On Tuesday 14 August, the Foundation students celebrated the 100th day of school! We were all very excited to wear our 100 day t-shirts that we designed at home. During the day, the Foundation students participated in many 100 day activities such as making arts and crafts gumball machines and a portrait of when I am 100 years old, I will… After recess, we had a parade in the gym. Every class was excited to model their newly designed 100 day t-shirts. We all had loads and loads of fun! Foundation Teachers Mrs Culjak, Ms El Haouli, Ms Safiya and Mrs Osman Term 3 Newsletter Page 6
ISLAMIC COLLEGE OF MELBOURNE TERM 3 ISSUE 6 18.9.2018
ICOM Library News
Read . Learn . Connect
Scholastic Book Fair
The Scholastic Book Fair that was held at the ICOM Library in August was a success. Thank you so much
to all students, parents and staff that contributed and assisted throughout the book fair. A special
thanks to our library volunteers for helping us in the library during the fair and Aiman Mustapha 9C for
dressing up as the book character “Geronimo Stilton”. InshaAllah the ICOM Library will be getting 196
new English books from the sales commission and we hope the students are excited to see new titles
coming to our shelves in Term 4 2018.
This term, the icom library hosted 3 displays of the
projects submitted by our primary and secondary
students.
The displays have sparked a lot of curiousity and we can see students
already discussing their ideas for their projects next year. Good to know
that our library is a place that inspires!
The Hajj Display The Year 3 Solar System Display The Secondary Science Display
A reminder to students, Term 3 is ending soon and before you go for the holidays, don’t forget to
return any overdue library books to avoid any fines. Have a safe holiday!
Mrs Haifa Atatreh (Primary) & Mrs Zetty Latip (Secondary)
ICOM Library Team
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ISLAMIC COLLEGE OF MELBOURNE TERM 3 ISSUE 6 31.7.2018
A MESSAGE FROM THE PRIMARY ART ROOM
T erm 3 has been a rich term with primary
students from all year level enjoying art
activities relating to Islamic Culture.
Students at ICOM have participated in Hajj
activities giving them the opportunity to
practice, experience the joy, and the love of
Islamic values and appreciation for Allah
(SWT).
The creative artwork was demonstrated
during Eid Al-Adha with students making
cards for mum, dad and families.
The colourful upcoming season of spring will
allow students to learn about the four seasons.
Students will be making creative pot plants
using the Paper Mache and painting as a
technique.
Primary Art Teacher
Ms. Lamia Al-asaly
Kids Studying
arts
Feedback
Would you like to leave some feedback about this newsletter?
If so please let us know by emailing: z.hassan@icom.vic.edu.au
Islamic College of Melbourne admin@icom.vic.edu.au 03 8742 1739
83 Wootten Road , TARNEIT VIC 3029 03 8742 1959
Term 3 Newsletter Page 8
ISLAMIC COLLEGE OF MELBOURNE TERM 3 ISSUE 6 18.9.2018 ICOM CAREERS EXPO This year ICOM hosted our first Careers Expo. This gave exceptional institutions the opportunity to showcase what they had on offer for our students. The day was met with enthusiasm as the students participated in lecture style and group events. The students also mingled with the representatives, which enabled them to ask questions about pathways and experiences. The Year 10 students had a special 'Meet the Professionals' program, which also proved to be a successful opportunity for the students to learn from various professions and the pathways available to them. Overall the day was incredibly successful I would like to thank Ms Maha and Mr Haroun who helped organised the event and to our institutional representatives who made this day possi- Ms Maylaa Ajaj Providers: Term 3 Newsletter Page 9
ISLAMIC COLLEGE OF MELBOURNE TERM 3 ISSUE 6 18.9.2018
Tipelpful
NEWS FROM THE COLLEGE NURSE
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HAY FEVER SEASON IS HERE VOMITING AND DIARRHOEA
Now that spring is upon us if you notice sneezing,
itchy eyes, red swollen eyes, runny nose and some-
times an increase in asthma symptoms in your child
they may be suffering from hay fever.
If your child suffers from hay fever please make sure
you give them daily a non- drowsy antihistamine
like Zyrtec (Cetirizine). This will help control their
symptoms, some children who have severe hay
fever need a nasal spray and eye drops as well to
help control the symptoms.
If they need to use their blue inhaler (Salbutamol) /
reliever more often their asthma may not be
controlled during the hay fever season and a visit to
the GP may be needed.
Please see the below RCH link for more information.
http://www.rch.org.au/kidsinfo/fact_sheets/Hay_fever/
Gastroenteritis or ‘gastro’ is common in children and
can be mild or serious , last one day or last 10 days.
Is can be very infectious and be passed to school
friends, teachers, siblings and family members very
easily.
The college has seen an increase in children who are
attending school who have vomited or had diar-
rhoea within the previous 24hrs.
It is important to remember that any child who has
these symptoms must not attend school until
they’ve had 24 hours of no symptoms and are clear.
Please see the below RCH link for more information.
http://www.rch.org.au/kidsinfo/fact_sheets/Gastroenteritis_gastro/
COLLEGE SICK BAY
All students that attend sick bay will have an entry recorded into their notes. Parents are only
informed of these visits if they are either a serious injury including the face or repeated visits e.g.:
inhaler use for asthmatics.
If a child is too unwell to be at school then the college nurse will call parents.
The school will try not to send children home unless it is really necessary.
Please make sure your contact details / mobile numbers are up to date.
Ms. Lois Foster
College Nurse
Islamic College of Melbourne admin@icom.vic.edu.au 03 8742 1739
83 Wootten Road , TARNEIT VIC 3029 03 8742 1959
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Tipelpful
HAIRSTYLES AND HIJAB
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HAIRSTYLES HIJAB
All male students need to ensure that they have a 10. Girls in Year 5 onwards are to have their hair covered (hijab).
respectable haircut. Hair style is a matter that requires a. The hijab is compulsory for all female students in
good taste and a judgment as to what is in the best Year 5 onwards.
interest of the school overall. The College leadership
team has the final say as to the appropriateness of a b. The hijab and inner cap must be plain white and of
hairstyle. a georgette or cotton material. The hijab represents
Parents are asked to assist by ensuring that their our Islamic faith and therefore should be kept neat
children's hairstyle conforms to the following: and tidy.
1. Hair should be neatly cut, combed and maintained.
c. The college prefers students to wear a square hijab,
2. Boy’s hairstyle must be cut above the shirt collar at folded into a triangle and pinned under the chin. The
the back. Hair must be shape cut around the ears and two ends are to be secured so there are no loose ends
the fringe must not reach the eyebrows. hanging which could be a safety issue if it were to be
caught on something.
3. Boy’s hair must not be excessively layered. The
contrast between the shorter layer around the lower d. The hijab must not be loose around the neck and
part and the longer upper part must be kept to a no hair is to be seen.
difference of only one length and blended progres-
sively without a sudden change of hair length. For e. The college does not allow shawl type hijabs,
example, a very short lower and a much longer rectangular in shape, to be worn as students tend to
and/or thicker top part are not acceptable. allow the ends to hang, once again causing safety
concerns.
4. Undercut styles are not acceptable, nor are tracks EXAMPLES OF INAPPROPRIATE HAIRSTYLES
or lines.
5. Dramatic layered effect of levels is not permitted.
6. Hair should not be overly styled by the use of hair
products e.g. hair gel.
7. No hair colouring is allowed
8. If a student’s hairstyle is deemed inappropriate,
parents will be notified, a letter will be sent home and
their hair must be rectified in accordance with the
college policy before the student is allowed to return
to school.
9. Girls are to keep their hair neatly combed and tied
up if their hair is long.
Islamic College of Melbourne admin@icom.vic.edu.au 03 8742 1739
83 Wootten Road , TARNEIT VIC 3029 03 8742 1959
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STUDENT ACHIEVEMENTS
CADETS SOLO FLIGHT
Left to right (pic 1) : Ibrahim Farhad Ahmadi, Year 9
Ahmed, (pic 2) : Huzaifa Qidwai, ICOM student, made his
Farhad Ahmadi, Saad Shaikh & first solo today at YBSS, in
Ammar Qidwai are cadets in the a Piper Tomahawk, two
Navy and Army, working days after his 15th
towards a future in the armed birthday. Young Farhad
services. Ahmadi, hopes to be an
Emirates pilot and was
featured by Channel 7
News Melbourne
BLACK BELT
Ahmed Haddara, 7D TABLE TENNIS WINNERS
has worked hard and
Students from Islamic College of Melbourne came 2nd in the state in table tennis. They
graduated to black
worked hard , did really well and are pictured here holding the flags and medals from the
belt in Karate.
competition. Table tennis winners: Ahmed Hassan, Ammar Qidwai, Dib Hassan & Moham-
mad Hassan
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