M.U.I. Homeschool Network Monthly Teleconference

Sunday, October 27, 2013

As-Salaam Alaikum!

Welcome!

Welcome Opening Prayer-Sister Georgina Scriptural Reading-Sister Erika Educational Reference from the Teachings of The Most

Honorable Elijah Muhammad-Sister Lakisa Tonight’s Discussion will include two short video

presentations related to the topic-Sister Rita Q&A How can we serve you?-Sister Niambi Websites of the Month-Sister Kadara Announcements-Sister Isabel Closing Prayer-Sister Dawn Chat/Additional Questions

Agenda for Tonight’s Call

In the Name of Allah, the Beneficent, the Merciful, I bear witness that there is no God but

Allah and I bear witness that Muhammad is his Messenger.

As-Salaam Alaikum Family!

Since Allah is at the Center of Our Schools, let’s begin with,

THE M.U.I.H.S.N. Theme forthe current school year is:THE TIME AND WHAT MUST

BE DONE

We Must Teach Our Own.

As we all know,The Most Honorable Elijah Muhammad teaches us in MTTBMIA that:

The Question of Socialization

Have you ever been asked this question?

What was your response?

Let’s talk about it!!!!

Tonight’s Discussion Topic is

The objective of tonight’s call is to discuss Socialization from the perspective of N.O.I. Homeschoolers.

How do we raise Our Muslim Children? What activities do and can we involve our

children in? The many advantages of Homeschooling in

this time.

Tonight’s Objective

The Definition of

So – cial – ize (the root word)is:

To make social or to fit or to trainfor a social environment.

DO WE WANT OUR CHILDREN TO FIT INTO THIS WORLD?….. OF COURSE NOT!

What is Socialization?

To be respectful and kind to others,to act appropriately in any given situation,

And to be successful in life.********

Most people would say that they want their children to learn to function in a group setting,

to learn to respect others, and to have the ability to get along with people of all ages…all

races, and every socioeconomic group.”www.homeschoolmom.com

“However in regards to socialization, We do want our children

Why do people choose to homeschool:Well, 31%are concerned with safety, alcohol,

tobacco, drugs and bullying. 30% want to introduce morals and values at

a higher level. and 16% were dissatisfied with academics in

other schools

Statistics

We are locked in the house all day(LOL:)

We are fanatics(LOL:)

NOT TRUE in the least!!!!!! We are just trying to provide a quality

education for our children

What some Say!

Let’s take a look at a Homeschool Mom who

shares tips about Homeschool Socialization.www.youtube.com/watch?v=fbkI4TVeclzm

Socialization Video

Don’t they want to go to school?Do they have any friends?Are they isolated?Do they know how to socialize?Are they bored?

NOOOOOO!!!!!!

What kind of questions will we possibly get from others?

“I’ve seen the village and I don’t want it socializing my children.”

“Socialization? That is why I homeschool.”

“The last thing I need is what you call socialization.”

“We want our kids civilized , not socialized.”

“I’m not relying on the state to socialize my kids.”

“What swear word do you think my children don’t already know.”

www.guiltfreehomeschooling.org

Catchy Comebacks to these “Possible”Questions (Thank you Sister Lakisa for Sharing!)

Muslims Little Gods Prayerful Charitable Intelligent Enterprising Well Adjusted Confident A Light for the Youth And Involved in their Communities and Mosques To name a few…

On the Other Hand-Our Children Are

To Raise God Fearing Children Praying Children Moral Children Children with Integrity Intelligent Children Compassionate Children Enterprising Children Serving Children(in our communities) And Children who want to build A Nation( Our

Nation of Islam)

Ideally, Our Goals as N.O.I. Home Schoolers are

Our Children have time for prayer throughout the day They can study Islamic Studies daily They can work in a quiet and peaceful environment

without having to worry about bullying They can engage in Inspiring Conversations with

their parents and siblings at anytime ( those are spectacular!

There is increased Sibling Unityand Family Bonding

They can go on Educational Field Trips and Travel

What are the Benefits of HomeSchooling

Accelerated Learning can occur There is Creativity with Curriculum

And Flexibility of Schedule You can do Science Experiments in the Back Yard

whenever you want (Pretty Cool!) You can design Creative Writing Assignments for your

children The children can participate in Community Service as

often as they like It’s Comfortable!!( there’s no better place than home

) And you can participate in Extracurricullars Galore!

Benefits Continued

Take a look at this beautiful representation of Muslim FamiliesHomeschooling

in Virginiahttp://video.pbs.org/video/1475777541#

Short PBS Video- Life of a Muslim Homeschool

Family

There’s

All MOSQUE Events and Programs M.U.I. Saturday Schools Art Classes 4-H Clubs Science Clubs( like STEM, NSBE or NAMES) Lego Clubs Debate Clubs Music Lessons Dance Classes Martial Arts Theatre Classes

ExtracurricullarsWell, the List is Endless…

Summer School Programs Community College Courses Scouts Email Pen Pals(Please monitor) Parks and Rec and/or the Local YMCA in

your city for Community Programs and Activities which are sometimes Free!

Extracurricullars Cont’d

Discover what your childrens’ passions are, and choose

activities to involve them in based on that!

You can’t go wrong if you

You can Join a Homeschool Support Group in your city for field trips, meetings, co-ops, homeschool chat groups and more.

Check out: www.homeschool.com/supportgroups to find

a good one in your area!

SUPPORT GROUPs are Super!

Call on Allah Daily through Prayer for Guidance, he will always inspire us with innovative ideas for Our Schooling and

Our Families!

One Day at a Time!

Important Reflection/Final Note!

Question #8 –The Supreme Wisdom:

Why does the Devil keep our people apart from his social

equality?

Because he does not want us to know how filthy he is and all his affairs. He is afraid because when we learn about him, we will run him from among us.

Socialist means to advocate a society of men or groups of men for one common cause.

Equality means to be equal in everything.

Answer #8-Lost Found Muslim Lesson #1

Thank you for joining us this evening. We pray that you enjoyed this Webinar!

If you have any further questions, please feel free to stay on the line after prayer and I will answer any questions you may have.

As-Salaam Alaikum!

Thank you

Websites& Articles www.homeschool.com www.guiltfreehomeschooling.org www.homeschoolmom.com

Books(www.amazon.com) But what about Socialization? Answering the

Perpetual Homeschooling Question- Susan McDowell Homeschool Advantqages: Spiritual, Social and

Academic- Renee Ellison

Resources