At Globe Islamic School (GIS), education extends far beyond textbooks and exams. We believe true knowledge must cultivate both the mind and the soul. While academic excellence is vital, our ultimate goal is to nurture students who embody the prophetic character (akhlaq) in every aspect of their lives. Here’s how we integrate Islamic adab into daily school life through intentional, practical, and transformative practices.
1. The GIS Philosophy: Adab Before Knowledge
The Prophetic Foundation
The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ said:
“I was sent to perfect good character.” (Al-Bukhari)
At GIS, we operationalize this by:
✅ Making adab visible: Every classroom displays the “40 GIS Adab Rules” derived from Quran and Sunnah
✅ Modeling before teaching: Teachers undergo annual adab certification programs
✅ Measuring what matters: 30% of student evaluations assess Islamic character growth
2. Daily Adab Routines That Shape Character
A. Morning Adab Rituals (07:00-07:30)
- Dhuha Greeting Circle: Students practice:
- Proper salam (handshake/hug for same gender)
- Eye contact and smiling (following Hadith: “Your smile for your brother is charity”)
- Adab Al-Masjid: Training in mosque entry etiquette before prayer
B. Structured “Adab Moments”
| Time | Practice | Islamic Reference |
|---|---|---|
| 09:45 | Fruit Time: Sharing snacks with neighbors | “He is not a believer who eats his fill while his neighbor goes hungry” (Al-Bukhari) |
| 12:15 | Lunch Adab: Eating seated with 3 fingers, no waste | “The Prophet ﷺ never criticized any food” (Muslim) |
| 14:00 | Classroom Entry: Right foot first with dua | “Seek barakah in your first steps” (Ibn Majah) |
C. Quarterly Adab Challenges
- Ramadan “Kindness Marathon”: Track acts of ihsan
- Muharram “Speech Fast”: 1-day silence training to avoid ghibah
3. The GIS Adab Curriculum Framework
A. 5 Pillars of Character Development
- Adab with Allah (Taharah, Khushu in prayer)
- Adab with Teachers (Standing respectfully, attentive listening)
- Adab with Peers (No bullying, inclusive play)
- Adab with Knowledge (Proper book handling, asking questions politely)
- Adab with Environment (Waste reduction, caring for school property)
B. Age-Specific Competencies
| Grade Level | Key Adab Focus |
|---|---|
| PG-KG | Basic greetings, sharing toys |
| Grades 1-3 | Public speaking etiquette, library manners |
| Grades 4-6 | Debate adab, social media responsibility |
| Secondary | Leadership adab, interview etiquette |
