We are excited to launch the first ASC Newsletter of 2026! This term, we warmly welcome our community back with reflections, highlights and reminders of our mission.
Our College Principal, Mr Fazeel, opens the year with a heartfelt message about nurturing our students upon faith, character and excellence for the sake of Allah. He also reflects on the powerful start to the year, including two unforgettable Term 1 camps that built resilience, unity and gratitude among our students.
In this edition you will also hear from staff who share why it is an honour to serve our College community, one grounded in strong Islamic values and purposeful learning.
May Allah accept our efforts and grant barakah to our Al Siraat family. Ameen.
Our Student Representative Council (SRC) is excited to launch our 7th Annual Eid Toy Drive — a cherished initiative that brings joy and hope to underprivileged refugee children across Melbourne.
Each year, our College community unites to help ensure every child can experience the happiness of Eid. Through your generosity, we can support families facing hardship and remind children that they are valued and remembered.
This year, we are proud to partner with the National Zakat Foundation, El Rahman and Mercy Wings to distribute gifts to those in need.
We invite students, families and the wider community to donate brand-new:
- Toys, puzzles and games
- Arts and craft supplies
- Stationery and creative kits
- Clothing and personal care items
We are unable to accept second-hand items, food, sharp objects or military-themed toys.
Donation Deadline: Monday, 23 March 2026
“Spend in charity and do not count, for Allah will also not count in giving you provision.”
(Bukhari & Muslim)
If purchasing items is not possible, financial contributions can be made directly to Ms Noori or via online donation:
- Mercy Wings – Commonwealth Bank of Australia
- BSB: 063-882
- Account Number: 10318416
- Reference: Eidbox26
The Eid Toy Drive is more than a collection, it is an opportunity for our students to live out the values of compassion, generosity and service.
Every gift matters. Every act of kindness makes a difference. Let’s make Eid special for every child.
Since the commencement of Term 1, students have been reciting a set of Prophetic Morning Athkār (Remembrance of Allah) each morning during Secondary Majlis (Assembly). This initiative aims to nurture students’ spiritual wellbeing and establish a consistent routine of beginning each day with the remembrance of Allah.
The PowerPoint Slides shared below contain the Arabic supplications, English meanings, and hadith outlining the virtues and rewards associated with each dhikr. This enables students to understand not only what they are reciting, but also why these remembrances are important.
Across the year, the Morning Athkār list will be updated each term so that students are gradually exposed to, and able to memorise, a wide range of Morning Athkār as taught by our beloved Prophet ﷺ.
Families are encouraged to support this initiative by reinforcing the Morning Athkār at home. In particular, parents may assist students to:
- Memorise the Morning Athkār
- Learn and discuss their meanings
- Recite with focus, presence, and sincerity
- Practise daily, including on weekends and during school holidays
The Prophet ﷺ said:
“Call upon Allah with certainty that He will answer you, and know that Allah does not accept the supplication of an unmindful and distracted heart.” (Sunan al-Tirmidhī 3479)
May Allah place barakah in our students’ mornings, protect them from harm, and make His remembrance a lifelong habit in their lives. Ameen.
This week, our Year 8 students participated in an engaging Business and Economics incursion featuring Furkan Aytekin, Director of ATEK Group, who shared valuable insights into his career in the building and construction industry.
During the session, students connected their classroom learning to real-life business practices. Furkan discussed the current housing market in Australia, explaining how changes in demand and population growth influence the number and type of homes being built. This provided a practical example of the Law of Demand, as he described how client preferences and affordability directly shape building projects and pricing.
Furkan highlighted the importance of setting clear business goals, including supporting his team and delivering high-quality, innovative homes while meeting client needs. He explained strategies for cutting production costs such as recommending good quality affordable materials to clients on a lower budget while still ensuring quality outcomes.
A key area of interest for students was the growing impact of machinery and AI in the construction industry. Furkan described how advanced tools, digital design software, and automation improve accuracy and efficiency, ultimately reducing build times and helping businesses meet deadlines efficiently.
Overall, the incursion provided students with an authentic understanding of how Business and Economics concepts operate beyond the classroom, demonstrating how market forces and entrepreneurial decision-making influence the built environment they see every day.
The Islamic Council of Victoria (ICV) is organising an inspiring evening as the next generation of Qaris showcase their talent in the “ICV 2026 Kids Qur'an Competition”.
To participate, please complete the registration form below by Thursday, 12th March.
- Date: Saturday, 14th March
- Time: 5:00 PM (we will pray Asr shortly after 5 PM, then begin)
- Location: ICV Mosque (Ground Floor), 66-68 Jeffcott St, West Melbourne
- Register now: https://bit.ly/ICVKidsQuran
Our Mission
As an Australian school in the Islamic tradition, our mission is to develop enlightened individuals of learning and character.