"And [Allah] made therein the night and the day - two signs. He made the sign of the night dark and the sign of the day bright, so that you may seek bounty from your Lord."
Surah Al-Isra (17:12)
Academic Year Overview
The NorthWest Islamic School academic year runs from September through June, with classes held
every Saturday from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM. The calendar below provides a sample overview of the year’s
key dates, events, and milestones. Please note that all dates are subject to change – always follow
official school communications for the most up-to-date information.
Islamic Holidays Observed
Holiday
Notes
Eid al-Fitr
No classes on Eid Saturday. School celebration held on the following Saturday. Exact date follows moon sighting.
Eid al-Adha
No classes on Eid Saturday. Special assembly and activities the following week. Exact date follows moon sighting.
First Day of Ramadan
Ramadan schedule begins – adjusted class hours. Special Ramadan programming and reminders.
Mawlid al-Nabi
Special Seerah lesson and activities commemorating the birth of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ.
Islamic Holidays Observed
Islamic holiday dates are determined by the Islamic lunar calendar and shift each year. NWIS follows
local moon sighting announcements. The school calendar is subject to change. Please monitor school
email communications and social media for real-time updates and any schedule changes.
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