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For those who are not able to commit to a full-time hifzh program, the Qur’an Institute offers a part-time memorization option. These classes are individually paced and are conducted twice a week (with a weekend-only option or a twice weekly after-school option). They are open to boys and girls and adult brothers and sisters, who can read fluently from the mus-haf. Depending on the individual pacing, students have been able to memorize between one and five ajzaa in this class during the academic year. Timings for weekend class : Sat & Sun (11 am - 1 pm) Timings for weekday, after-school class (brothers & sisters): Mon and Wed (4 pm-6 pm)

Memorization is much easier when the student can read fluently from the mushaf. This class helps to develop reading skills by working on accuracy and fluency of reading. It is divided into three levels - beginning, intermediate and advanced. By the end of the advanced level, a reader should be able to open any page of the mus-haf and read it quickly and correctly. The Beginning level is for readers who have just completed the Bridge to Reading Quran or Qaidah Nuraniyah course and are transitioning to mus-haf reading. At this level, the student may need frequent reminders on how to apply reading rules they have previously learned and they would be “slower” readers as they build confidence in their reading abilities. At the Intermediate level, the student has become much more confident in their reading ability and is able to read without much help from the teacher. They would be learning how to identify tajweed rules and apply them (even though they may not know the names of the tajweed rules). The emphasis at this level is on building fluency and speed of reading. At the Advanced level, the student is expected to be a fluent and accurate reader who is able to implement basic rules of tajweed as they read. Under the guidance of the teacher, they would complete at least one complete reading of the entire Quran during the academic year. The goal of this level is to expose the student to the whole Quran and help them develop a sense of familiarity with the surahs in it, in order to prepare them to start a memorization program. Timings for weekend class: Sat & Sun (11 am - 1 pm) Timings for weekday class (brothers & sisters): Mon & Wed (4 pm - 6 pm)

Memorization is much easier when the student can read fluently from the mushaf. This class helps to develop reading skills by working on accuracy and fluency of reading. It is divided into three levels - beginning, intermediate and advanced. By the end of the advanced level, a reader should be able to open any page of the mus-haf and read it quickly and correctly. The Beginning level is for readers who have just completed the Bridge to Reading Quran or Qaidah Nuraniyah course and are transitioning to mus-haf reading. At this level, the student may need frequent reminders on how to apply reading rules they have previously learned and they would be “slower” readers as they build confidence in their reading abilities. At the Intermediate level, the student has become much more confident in their reading ability and is able to read without much help from the teacher. They would be learning how to identify tajweed rules and apply them (even though they may not know the names of the tajweed rules). The emphasis at this level is on building fluency and speed of reading. At the Advanced level, the student is expected to be a fluent and accurate reader who is able to implement basic rules of tajweed as they read. Under the guidance of the teacher, they would complete at least one complete reading of the entire Quran during the academic year. The goal of this level is to expose the student to the whole Quran and help them develop a sense of familiarity with the surahs in it, in order to prepare them to start a memorization program. Timings for weekend class: Sat & Sun (11 am - 1 pm) Timings for weekday class (brothers & sisters): Mon & Wed (4 pm - 6 pm)

The Qur'an Institute of Dar-us-Salaam The mission of the Qur'an Institute is to promote the love of the Qur'an, through its recitation, memorization, and study. Sign up for classes! What Classes Do We Offer? Our goal at the Qur'an Institute is to offer classes for all age groups and reading levels. We offer classes on-site in several branches and online! For More Info Levels 1- 4 Bridge to Reading Quran This section focuses on learning the Arabic alphabets, introducing short and long vowels, sukoon, shaddah, and hamza-tul-wasl using the Bridge to Reding Qur'an book. Ijazah Prep For those who are planning on obtaining their ijazah. Reading Level Concentrates on perfecting the reading of the Qur'an and learning tajweed rules. Part-Time Hifzh This class is mainly for students who can't devote their time to full-time hifzh. Reviews “MashaAllah, this initiative is a really wonderful way of staying consistent with reading the Quran. Reading along with other people created a nice atmosphere as well, Alhamdulillah." ​ Fatimah Karim (Khairukum 2021 Student)

Testimonials KHAIRUKUM RAMADAN READING CIRCLES “This is the first time I am reading the Qur'an. I liked it because it taught me how to go faster in reading. When I learn how to read the Qur'an better it helps me with my memorization. It gave me a head start for Hifdh School. My favorite part was when I recognize the ayahs I read. I would recommend this program to someone else because it helps people get more fluent in their reading. Having support from a teacher made me more confident.” - Israa Jama (Khairukum 2021 Student) ​ “I am so thankful as I feel that I got the opportunity to read the most out of the Quran in a short time frame. The teacher was patient, attentive, and took the time to listen and correct my mistake. I crave to come to the reading class daily. I have paid for classes before but I feel that I practice my reading better in this format. I'm now more confident about my reading and read more on my own even though I have a long way to go, I am more comfortable reading the Quran. Jazakalahu khayran. May Allah reward the teacher and the students for their efforts. Amine. That is my first time participating in this program but I hope it will be offered continuously during Ramadan or other times. Thank you.” - Awa Ndoye (Khairukum 2021 Student) “Alhamdulilah! I'm thankful to Allah for having the opportunity to participate in the circle. Ma shaa Allah! My recitation has improved and my confidence level for reciting out loud among sisters that I'm not familiar with has increased. May Allah reward the organizers and the teachers with a station in Jennatul Firdaus.” - Marnice Williams (Khairukum 2021 Student) “These sessions have been of great benefit to me. I appreciate all the feedback and insights I get from brother Meenal to improve my reading. I can’t thank you enough for having put this program for us to engage daily with the Book of Allah. May Allah reward you all with the best of all rewards here and in the hereafter. Ameen.” - Abdoul Kadir (Khairukum 2021 Student) ​ “My experience with Khairukum has been phenomenal - Alhamdulillah, myself and my students have benefitted from it tremendously. The students have not only increased in their fluency and reading skills, but also in their confidence and love of reading. Khairukum is different because no one is turned away, and we as teachers benefit and reward from that immensely. Khairukum is a program that will inshaAllah result in the next generation of community leaders, reciters, and Muslims who will be motivated to read on a daily basis, implement what they read in their lives, and be inspired to teach others in the near future.” - Samir Kabir (Khairukum 2021 Facilitator) “This session increased my Quran recitation speed and improved my Tajweed, also rectified my mistakes.” - Mohideen Khaja (Khairukum 2021 Student) ​ ​ “The Khairukum program has been amazing! It’s the first Ramadan in years where I’m not rushing to finish the Quran. I love blocking off the time to join others only for the sake of reading Allah’s book. I hope to continue even after Ramadan.” - Amal Saadat (Khairukum 2021 Student) “Alhamdulillah, may Allah reward you infinitely and bless you with the highest level of Jannah. Words are just insufficient to express my gratitude for this opportunity. It provided remarkable motivation to achieve my goals and endless peace to my heart. Our leader/instructor was wonderful, and the event flowed punctually and flawlessly each and every day. JazaakAllahu Khairan!” - Gulnur Utku (Khairukum 2021 Student) “Khairukum has been very beneficial for my kids in connecting them with the Quran this Ramadan Alhamdulillah!” - Maryam (Parent of Khairukum 2021 students) “The Khairukum Quran Circles was an amazing spiritual boost this Ramadan Alhamdullilah! As a busy student, ever since Ramadan began coinciding with the school year I struggled to consistently do a khatam of the Quran every year. This was my first time in several years actually finishing the Quran in Ramadan, and Khairukum was what helped me do it. JazakumAllahuKhairan to all the organizers who made this possible!” - Fatima Younis (Khairukum 2021 Facilitator) “MashaAllah, this initiative is a really wonderful way of staying consistent with reading the Quran. Reading along with other people created a nice atmosphere as well, Alhamdulillah.” - Fatimah Karim (Khairukum 2021 Student) ​ ​ “I really enjoyed my group. The sisters were very supportive and considerate and understanding and alhamdulillah I feel like we bonded by the end of the month. I would definitely recommend others to join the program.” - Amatullah Saafir (Khairukum 2021 Student) “Mashallah it was great. Improved my Quran throughout Ramadan. May Allah ﷻ reward my teacher for listening to my mom and I and help us fix our mistakes while reciting. In Shaa Allah may Allah ﷻ reward those as well who made this possible and grant us all Jannat Al Firdous.” - Salma (Khairukum 2021 Student) “Khairukum was the best gift in Ramadan for me. I had a schedule and a lot of support from my teacher. We had a great time with Quran together Alhamdulillah!” - Saadia Husain (Khairukum 2021 Student) “Alhamdulillah it was excellent. May Allah accept everyone's efforts for providing this gift in Ramadan bi'idhnillah. A real blessing alhamdulillah.” - Itrat Azad (Parent of Khairukum 2021 student) "Alhamdulillahi rabil alaameen for my teacher who has helped me a lot. Mashallah, she identified my issues right away and has begun to help me work on them. I appreciate her for taking the time with me to help get me on the right track with reading in Arabic. May Allah bless her and all of you and your families for all you do. Ameen." - Fatimah Smith (Khairukum 2020 Student) “Dar-us-Salaam’s Khairukum program is exactly what I needed to connect with the Qur’an this Ramadan. Our Qur’an teacher helped us improve our recitation, from correcting our pronunciation of the letters, to reminding us of Tajweed rules. I would highly recommend it to others!” - Soubia Balkhi (Khairukum 2020 Student) ​ YEAR-LONG QURAN CLASSES "As a volunteer at the Quran Institute, I was able to help teach Quran and meet amazing and devoted Muslims. Being involved with the Quran Institute helps keep me connected with a community tha