Frequently Asked Questions
What if my child forgot to take their lunch bag to school?
How can my child pay for their hot lunch?
Can my child bring lunch to school?
Does Al-Salam Day School serve hot lunches to students?
Are these lunches halal?
My child has an allergy. How do I maximize their safety?
Can my child bring in a snack for his/her classmates?
Does Al-Salam Day School provide transportation to schools?
Is after school care available?
Al-Salam Day School:
Al-Salam Day School students who are not picked up on time (by 3:15 pm) will be sent to After-Care room.
The parent/guardian picking up the student(s) will be charged a fee, as stated in your child(ren)’s registration forms.
Please note, if your child is enrolled in one of Dar-Ul-Islam’s after-school Quran programs located in Dar-Ul-Islam, which is unaffiliated with Al-Salam Day School, that program is fully responsible for the child, not Al-Salam Day School.
Early Childhood Center:
After-school care is available to all ECC students until 5:00 pm. Parents can either enroll their child in regular after-school care or call the ECC in advance to let us know that their child(ren) will need to be placed in after-school care for that day, in case a child cannot be picked up on time.
Students who are not picked up during dismissal time are automatically placed in Daycare until the child is picked up. Parents will then receive a bill for this service.
What are the school hours?
Where do I get the academic calendar?
You can find one here! When the academic calendar for the new year is available, parents will receive a newsletter with a copy of the calendar, the calendar will be posted on our website, and extra copies will be available in the main offices of ADS and the ECC.
How can I receive important school news and announcements?
ADS Weekly Newsletters:
You can subscribe to our weekly newsletters by visiting our events page here. These newsletters keep parents apprised of upcoming events, news, and programs they and their children can take part in. It’s all very useful information!
AP Notify Alerts:
You can also receive important announcements via text messaging, such as when school is canceled due to inclement weather, directly to your phone.
How do I order new uniforms for my son/daughter?
You may to elect to order from our vendor French Toast or from other stores that adhere to the dress code. Dress code is as follows:
Grades KG-3
Girls:
Light blue blouse
Plaid jumper
Navy blue pants
Boys:
Light blue button-down shirt
Navy blue pants (no skinny jeans)
Grade 4-11
Uniforms/Hijabs for 4th – 11th grade girls MUST be purchased on Mesadorn website using links below.Elementary:Simple Uniform Abaya – Blue – MESADORN https://mesadorn.com/products/simple-uniform-abaya-blue Middle:Simple Uniform Abaya – Navy – MESADORN https://mesadorn.com/products/simple-uniform-abaya-navy High: Simple Uniform Abaya – Black – MESADORN https://mesadorn.com/products/simple-uniform-abaya-balck *12 grade girls may wear abaya and hijab of their choice. (Senior Privilege)
Hijab Colors:
- Elementary: white only
- Middle & High School: girls may choose between ADS School colors (white, green, blue, and black)
*Only these colors will be permitted
Boys:
Green or blue button down shirt
Khaki pants (no skinny jeans)
Is there a dress code at ADS?
Al-Salam Day School:
Students are required to wear school uniforms.
Early Childhood Center:
There is no required school uniform.
What is general tuition?
Please refer to the tuitions page for more details, here.
Is financial aid available?
Yes financial aid is available on a limited basis.
The decision to award financial aid is based on demonstrated financial need and requires approval from the ADS Board. While the financial aid process may be time-consuming and detailed, applicants are strongly encouraged to apply. It is imperative to provide honest and accurate information when completing the application. All required documentation must be submitted for the application to be considered. Please note that submission does not ensure approval of financial aid.
Financial aid forms are available in the main office of ADS, and parents or guardians must provide proof of income. Early submission of financial applications is recommended due to limited funds.
Private schooling constitutes a partnership between the school and the family. When a school commits to providing financial support for a student, it seeks a reciprocal commitment from the family. Even if your family qualifies for significant aid, you should anticipate contributing some portion to this partnership.
Where can I view the parent/student handbook?
A copy of the handbook is found under the Parent -> Resources on our website or by clicking here. Please review the handbook to familiarize yourself with ADS policies.