As parents, the first day of school is a profound mix of hope, excitement, and inevitable anxiety. Whether you are dropping off your youngest for their very first day or watching your older children head into high school, the feeling of letting them step out into the world is deeply emotional. At Siraj Institute, we share in these milestones with you. As we prepare our families for a new academic year, grounding our hearts—and our children’s mornings—in the Quran and Sunnah provides the greatest comfort and protection.

The Honor of Seeking Knowledge

In Islam, both secular and religious education hold immense value when pursued with the right intention. The Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) beautifully emphasized the spiritual weight of this journey:

“Whoever takes a path upon which to obtain knowledge, Allah makes the path to Paradise easy for him.” (Sahih Muslim)

Remind your children that their daily journey to school is blessed. Encourage them to memorize and recite this short Quranic du’aa for continuous growth:

وَقُل رَّبِّ زِدْنِي عِلْمًا Wa qur-Rabbi zidnee ‘ilmaa. “and say, ‘My Lord! Increase me in knowledge.'” (Surah Taha, 20:114 – The Clear Quran)

Prayers (Du’aa) for Putting Trust (Tawakkul) in God (Allah)

When we drop our children off, we entrust them to Al-Hafidh (The Protector), one of the 99  names of Allah. Teach your children this essential du’aa for leaving the house, which the Prophet (ﷺ) promised would grant them guidance, sufficiency, and protection from harm throughout the day:

بِسْمِ اللَّهِ، تَوَكَّلْتُ عَلَى اللَّهِ، وَلَا حَوْلَ وَلَا قُوَّةَ إِلَّا بِاللَّهِ

Bismillahi, tawakkaltu ‘alal-lahi, wa la hawla wa la quwwata illa billah.

“In the Name of God, I have placed my trust in God, there can be no change and no power except by God.” [Authentic, Sunan Abi Dawud]

Additionally, you can actively seek refuge for your children just as the Prophet (ﷺ) did for his grandsons, Hasan and Husain. Place your hand on them before they leave and recite:

أُعِيذُكَ بِكَلِمَاتِ اللَّهِ التَّامَّةِ مِنْ كُلِّ شَيْطَانٍ وَهَامَّةٍ، وَمِنْ كُلِّ عَيْنٍ لامَّةٍ

U’eedhuka bi kalimatil-lahit-tammati min kulli shaytanin wa hammah, wa min kulli ‘aynin lammah.

“I seek protection for you in the Perfect Words of Allah from every devil and every poisonous creature, and from every envious blameworthy eye.” (Sahih Al-Bukhari) (Note: Say ‘U’eedhuka’ for a boy, ‘U’eedhuki’ for a girl, or ‘U’eedhukum’ for multiple children).

Protecting Our Children Through Sadaqah

One of the most powerful ways to protect our families is through giving charity (Sadaqah). Prophetic tradition is rich with reminders that Sadaqah stands in the way of calamity, wards off hardship, and brings immense barakah (blessings) to our homes and offspring.

As you invest in your child’s education this year, consider making a donation on their behalf to purify their journey and shield them from harm. By giving to the Siraj Institute education fund, you are utilizing the spiritual protection of Sadaqah while actively helping us build platforms that bring authentic Islamic education to life for the next generation.

[Click here to donate to the Siraj Institute Education Fund and protect your child’s journey]

May Allah protect all of our children, grant them beneficial knowledge, and make this school year one of immense growth, safety, and success.

📢 *Announcement: For the first time in Canada, Sharia-compliant health and family benefits available to all Muslims*! 🇨🇦 🎉

Assalamu alaikum! 🙏

After a successful first year, Siraj Institute, in collaboration with the Ontario Chamber of Commerce, is thrilled to announce the expansion of our Sharia-compliant benefits program! This unique program is now open to all Muslims in Canada, both individuals and businesses.

We’ve already seen tremendous interest from Islamic schools, non-profit organizations, businesses, and individuals. 

Over forty Imams, Da’ees, and teachers (with their families) have already benefited from this program!

Here’s what our cooperative insurance program offers:

• Comprehensive Coverage: Health, medication, dental, and vision. 🦷 👁️
• Sharia-Compliant: Free from uncertainty (Gharar) and interest (Riba), including travel, disability, accident, and life insurance. 🕋
• Value-Added Services: Legal and accounting consultations, and Islamic will services. ⚖️
• Competitive Pricing: lower costs than the top ten commercial insurance companies in Canada, guaranteed. 💰
• Canada-Wide Accessibility: Open to Muslim individuals, families, and businesses across Canada. 🍁
• Flexible Options: Choose from various packages starting at less than $150 CAD per month per person (with the option to add family members). 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦
• Reliable & Recognized: Officially registered with the Ontario Chamber of Commerce, accepted at all pharmacies, and most dentists offer direct billing. ✅
• Important Note: This program requires a valid provincial health insurance* (e.g., OHIP in Ontario). It is not available for visitors or international students.

Special note to Muslim business owners! 💼

Contact us today to learn how this program can boost employee morale, reduce absenteeism, increase productivity, and even lower your taxes!

Special discounts for Islamic schools and non-profit organizations. 🕌

To register or learn more, contact Siraj Institute:

📞 Phone: +1 (613) eight thousand 228

📧 Email: hr (at) siraj.institute

Please share this with anyone who may be interested!

Cool your hands first because the Hottest BLACK FRIDAY deal is here ❤‍🔥

Before we share this deal, allow us to present to you what we’re trying to do.

Earlier in November, Siraj Institute passed final step of ministry’s inspection for opening an international highschool here in Ottawa.

 Another Islamic School? Don’t we have enough?

This will be the first highschool in North America offering specialized career-focused program and quality Islamic education.

A School this Ummah Deserves

Through our school, students with exceptional potential from Ottawa — and the whole world — can study the Ontario Secondary School Diploma with the Specialized High Skills Major program. SHSM is an elite academic program started by the Ministry of Education that significantly boosts students with already-high potential. By helping them explore the careers that fit them as early as grade 9, and start learning postsecondary level courses (as dual credit) as early as grade 11!

The program is available towards 19 different careers. You can read more about SHSM here.

Natural Talent meets Careful Nurturing

Think of one successful Imam today, or a Muslim professional in any field. Pause and think how even better they could have become if they a had a chance like this. If an expert mentor helped them start their path when they were teens instead of their 20s, 30s, or even 40s.

Finally, our brightest youth can get an education that is worthy of their potential.

Tuition and Scholarships

Tuition for the next three academic years 24–/25–/26– will begin at $18,000 CAD per year for domestic students and $22,000 USD for international students, with:

• 10% of students on FULL SCHOLARSHIPS,
• 50% of students on partial financial aid.
• Includes the Siraj Youth Enrichment Program with 20+ clubs

Additional features are available and include:

• Boarding option (dorms)
• Summer and year round co-op program
• International Exchange Program

Exceeding Expectations is our Marker

Led by a team of experts in education, business, and management, our highschool will be a haven for excellence, and anyone who strives for it. Our mission is to raise the bar of education that has been dwindling for years.

What can you do today 👇🏽

There are several things you can do to support our mission, including:

1. Schedule a meeting with us to discuss the future of your child, if you think this is the right choice.

Schedule Advising Here

2. Request an application. We’re now accepting applications for 2024–25 (rolling admissions and transfers) and 2025–26

Request Application Here

3. [Black Friday Deal] Make the commitment your child deserves with 5% downpayment of tuition and receive a 10% credit towards tuition and ancillary fees (that’s 200% value for your money). Fully refundable if your child does not get admission to our program. (Offer ends December 15, 2024).

Contact us at info@siraj.institute or +1 (613) 800-0228 (Phone, SMS, Whatsapp)

4. Want to be part of this great mission? Become a founding donor of our scholarship fund under the Siraj Institute Charitable Foundation. (Deadline December 31st, 2024)

Email donate@siraj.institute for details on making a donation to our endowment

5. Investors Unite! We’re opening a rare opportunity for a maximum of 50 community members to join as shareholders for the highschool investment fund. The fund management we hired has excellent performance that exceeded S&P index every year in the last seven years, and the investment is Sharia compliant certified. Your wealth can grow while supporting an educational cause that you believe in.

Email finance@siraj.institute for more details about investment opportunities.

6. Last but not least, make duaa that we can help the next generation of this blessed Ummah bring more success and victory than we did.

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*Note: Siraj Institute does not endorse nor condone the consumerist practices of Black Friday. We hope that this marketing campaign deters you from spending money on something you don’t need, by presenting an alternative way to spend wealth on something that is good and matters. If you have objections on the content of this message, please email ethics@siraj.institute. May Allah bestow mercy on those who help us keep our lantern (_Siraj_) clean and shining from the inside and outside.