At Pillars Academy Weekend School (PAWS), children are our most important asset. The dedicated faculty, staff, and administrators at PAWS have invested their time and skills in order to provide the students with a foundational knowledge of Islamic beliefs and practices. The PAWS program of instruction reflects our commitment to a meaningful education by addressing the needs of the individual student. We welcome the ideas of our parents and support in our mission to serve the growing population of Muslim children in the local community. By working in a true partnership with parents, we intend to maximize the investment of time, effort, and resources so that the students and parents have a rewarding, valuable, and satisfying experience here at PAWS. PAWS is focused on providing our students with a foundational knowledge of Islamic beliefs and values. Our curated curriculum is focused on three main areas: 1. Qur’an 2. Arabic 3. Islamic Studies We have a set program and a well-defined curriculum that is augmented throughout the school year with activities that correspond to events in the Islamic/Hijri calendar. Teachers who speak fluent Arabic teach both our Arabic and Qur’an classes.