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The Future of EIA: New Elementary Campus Project

Assalamu alaikum. Edmonton Islamic Academy currently serves 2,070 students, with more than 1,000 families on our waiting list. Our New School Project will meet that demand and give the next generation of courageous, faith-driven leaders the space they deserve. Watch the video to see the vision for the new elementary campus.

Principal's Office

Both Campuses

Friday Jum'ah Parking

Assalamu alaikum parents. Because of ongoing construction at the new campus, the north parking lot will be closed this Friday during Jum'ah prayers. Please use the overflow lot at the community centre and allow an extra ten minutes for drop-off. Volunteers in high-visibility vests will direct traffic.

PTA Council

Main Campus

Bake Sale Fundraiser Success

Jazakum Allahu khayran to everyone who baked, volunteered and bought at yesterday's sale. Together we raised just over $1,200, and every dollar goes to new books for the library. Our thanks especially to the mothers who were setting up before 7am.

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Athletics

Main Campus

Legends Take the City Division Title

An incredible game last night. The Legends senior boys took the city division trophy after a nail-biting overtime finish. Thank you to every parent who came out to fill the stands — the team could hear you. Go Legends!

Legends Take the City Division Title

Islamic Studies

Both Campuses

Qur'an Competition: Registration Open

Registration for the annual school-wide Qur'an memorisation and recitation competition is now open to all divisions. Speak to your child's Islamic Studies teacher to enter. Judges and timekeepers are needed too — see the Volunteer tab.

Qur'an Competition: Registration Open

Community

Main Campus

Science Fair Judges Needed

Our junior high science fair needs judges. You do not need a science background — a rubric and a short orientation are provided on the morning. It is one of the most rewarding few hours you can give the school.

Science Fair Judges Needed

Administration

New Campus

New Campus Construction Update

Alhamdulillah, the foundation for the new elementary wing has been poured and framing begins next month. We remain on track for the grand opening next semester. Updated architectural renderings are below.

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Islamic Studies

Both Campuses

Book Fair Starting Monday

The annual Scholastic Book Fair opens this Monday in the main library! Send your children with cash or add funds to their e-wallet online. The fair will be open to parents on Thursday evening.

Book Fair Starting Monday

Edmonton Islamic Academy

New Campus

Term 1 Report Cards

First-term report cards have been published to the parent portal. Please review them and bring any questions to the upcoming parent-teacher interviews next week.

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PTA Council

Main Campus

Lost and Found Full

Our lost and found bin is overflowing with jackets, water bottles, and gym shoes! Please remind your students to check for any missing items before Friday, when unclaimed items will be donated.

Lost and Found Full

PTA Council

Main Campus

Spirit Day: Green and Gold

Show your EIA pride this coming Thursday! All students are encouraged to wear our school colours, green and gold, instead of their regular uniforms. Let's see your school spirit!

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Edmonton Islamic Academy

New Campus

Winter Weather Notice

A reminder to ensure students come dressed for the weather. Recess will remain outdoors unless the temperature drops below -20C with the wind chill. Hats and mittens are mandatory.

Winter Weather Notice

Principal's Office

Main Campus

Canned Food Drive

Next week kicks off our annual food drive supporting the Edmonton Food Bank. The class that brings in the most non-perishable items will win a pizza party!

Islamic Studies

New Campus

Grade 4 Science Centre Trip

Grade 4 students will be visiting the TELUS World of Science next Tuesday. Please ensure permission slips are signed and returned by Friday. Volunteers are still needed!

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Edmonton Islamic Academy

Main Campus

Track and Field Tryouts

Spring is coming! Junior high track and field tryouts begin next Wednesday after school. Please ensure your child has appropriate running shoes and a water bottle.

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Islamic Studies

Main Campus

Grade 6 Graduation Photos

A quick reminder that Grade 6 graduation photos will be taken on Monday morning. Please ensure students are in full formal uniform.

Grade 6 Graduation Photos

Athletics

Main Campus

Student Art Showcase

Join us next Thursday evening in the main gymnasium for the Spring Art Showcase, featuring incredible paintings and sculptures from our junior and senior high students.

Student Art Showcase

Edmonton Islamic Academy

New Campus

Coding Club Kickoff

The after-school coding club for Grades 5-7 starts next Wednesday. No prior experience is required! Students will learn basic Python and game development.

Coding Club Kickoff

Athletics

Both Campuses

Robotics Team Regionals

Congratulations to our senior robotics team for placing 2nd at the provincial regionals! They will be heading to the national competition in Toronto next month.

Robotics Team Regionals

Community

Both Campuses

Debate Club Success

Our debate club had a fantastic showing at the city-wide tournament this weekend. Special shoutout to our Grade 8 team for advancing to the finals!

Athletics

Both Campuses

Spelling Bee Signups

Do you have a way with words? Signups for the annual EIA Spelling Bee are now open. The winner will represent our school at the provincial level.

Spelling Bee Signups

Edmonton Islamic Academy

Main Campus

Ramadan School Timings

With Ramadan approaching, please note our adjusted school hours. Classes will end 45 minutes earlier to allow students and staff to return home safely for Iftar.

Ramadan School Timings

Community

New Campus

Community Iftar Night

We are excited to announce our annual Community Iftar on the second Friday of Ramadan. Tickets will go on sale next week via the parent portal. We hope to see you there!

Community Iftar Night

Athletics

New Campus

Eid Party Preparations

The PTA is looking for volunteers to help decorate the gymnasium for our upcoming Eid celebrations. If you have an hour to spare next Thursday morning, please join us!

Eid Party Preparations

Principal's Office

New Campus

Uniform Swap & Drive

Is your child outgrowing their uniform? The PTA is hosting a uniform swap this weekend in the cafeteria. Bring gently used items and trade them in for the next size up.

Uniform Swap & Drive

Administration

New Campus

School Bus Route 4 Delay

Notice for parents on Route 4: Due to unexpected road closures on 97 St, the bus will be running approximately 15 minutes late this afternoon. Thank you for your patience.

School Bus Route 4 Delay

Administration

Both Campuses

Winter Reading Challenge

The library's Winter Reading Challenge starts today! Students who read at least 5 books over the break will be entered into a draw to win an iPad.

Winter Reading Challenge

Community

Both Campuses

Alumni Network Launch

We are thrilled to launch the official EIA Alumni Network. If you are a former student, please sign up on our website to stay connected and mentor current students.

Alumni Network Launch

Community

Main Campus

Math Olympiad Results

Incredible news! Our junior high mathletes ranked in the top 5% nationally in this year's Math Olympiad. A special assembly will be held Friday to honour them.

Math Olympiad Results

Administration

Main Campus

Jasper Field Trip

Our senior high students had a phenomenal time visiting Jasper National Park. They learned about the ecology of the Canadian Rockies and hiked some amazing trails!

Jasper Field Trip

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