Musab* Public School — An Introduction
Musab Public School is not just a school, but
the beginning of an educational mission at the national level. It has been named after
Musab Bin Umayr (rta), who was sent by the Holy Prophet (sws) to Madinah to
teach and preach Islam, before the Prophet (sws) migrated to the newly converted town.
Basically, this school has been established as a
centre of excellence in general education. The underlying object in the establishment of
this institution is that the doctors, engineers, lawyers, politicians, scholars and
academics that this institution turns out be not only highly competent in areas of their
choice but also good, diligent and honest human beings; above all, that the awareness and
spirit inculcated in them make them embodiment of the rich traditions of our religion,
culture and history.
The strategy for this objective is based upon the
following foundations:
- The curriculum from class I to VIII shall centre round
instruction of languages which are to be the media of instruction for various disciplines
at the secondary and higher secondary levels. With this aim they
shall acquire reasonable proficiency in English, Urdu and Arabic languages, so
that they do not face any obstruction whatsoever on this account at later stages. - Since a reasonably good command on mathematics is
necessary to understand physics, chemistry, engineering and other disciplines, it shall
form a part of the curriculum also and shall be taught intensively right from the
lowest levels. - A new subject of Islamic tradition shall be introduced
to enhance the students awareness of the rich scholarly and literary traditions of
the Muslim civilization and culture. The instruction for this course shall begin from
nursery to intermediate classes. This subject includes the story and history of
civilization and culture through the ages, important events of Islamic history and
introduction to notable Muslim personalities. Selection from fine pieces of Urdu, Persian
and Arabic literature shall also be taught with special emphasis on Iqbal, the poet of the
East. - Fine arts shall also be part of the curriculum from
nursery to class VIII with a view to provide some recreation to students and to develop
their creative abilities. The students shall be taught how to write in an informal manner
during fine arts classes and subsequently when they are able to draw shapes and alphabets,
they shall be instructed in dictation and calligraphy. - English shall be the medium of instruction for science
and related fields, Urdu for social sciences and Arabic for Islamic Studies. So long as
the students do not have a reasonable command over the languages, they shall be trained in
these disciplines in an informal manner only. - In class IX, the students shall be given the
opportunity to select their fields and subjects of interest in science, arts, literature,
etc; they shall then be helped to excel in these subjects from class IX up to
Intermediate. - Arabic language shall be taught primarily to
comprehend the Qura#n. The students shall read the entire Qura#n
during the last two years of their secondary level. It shall be ensured that during these
two years, the students absorb as much of the Qura#nic message and content as is
expected of a Muslim. - Keeping in view their needs and aptitude, the
boys and girls in the school shall be formally introduced to home economics,
computer operation, crafts and workmanship. - While selecting teachers, weightage shall be given to
not only their professional skills and teaching acumen but also to their conduct as a
Muslim. It shall be judged whether they have a commitment towards their faith and
community and whether it is their mission to enlighten the coming generation and to
produce ideal citizen for the society. - A well-equipped library shall be set up for the
students. They shall be motivated to study modern techniques and to use latest technology.
Education shall be imparted through means which have been tried out and found useful
internationally. The students shall be relieved of carrying heavy satchels on their back
and getting burdensome homework. The teachers shall be paid handsome salaries and shall be
strictly forbidden to go for tuition to the students of this institution.
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Musab Public School began functioning in
January 1994. At that stage, admissions we offered to nursery, kindergarten, class I and
II. Now, instruction up to class IV is being given and around 140 students in all are
enrolled.
Since the institution is purely altruistic with no
motives for any pecuniary advantage, the current income generated by it is not sufficient
to achieve the aim that a mission of this nature entails; for example, the acquisition of
a larger building and of a fully equipped library have now become vital. More funds are
needed for the continual and enhanced utilisation of the services of competent teachers. A
well-equipped laboratory is also essential requirement for instruction in science.
In spite of all these difficulties, the institution has managed to keep the school fee far
below that of other schools and continues to give concessions to deserving students.
The mission was undertaken with a well ground faith
in Allahs benevolence. Therefore, the management of this institution have great hope
that God Almighty will help them us to achieve their objectives. However, they feel that
it is also their responsibility to communicate the difficulties being encountered to such
people of our nation as have always felt a yearning in their bosoms for a chance to do
something for our future generation to build a stronger Pakistan and stronger ummah.
Therefore, such people are informed of these efforts so that they may not lag behind in
sharing in a mission which is as much theirs as it is any one elses. The book of God
says O believers! Co-operate with one another in goodness and piety.
Therefore, to such people, all that the management of Musab can say is: Lets
keep the torch burning!
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Town, Lahore, Pakistan, Phone # 00-92-42-588-2925