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Overview: The participant gives a short speech about an unseen, age-appropriate topic. The competition tests clear thinking, organization, composure, and delivery with limited preparation time. Who can participate: * Grades 5–6 * Grades 7–8 Format: * The participant draws one topic from the available themes. * The participant can redraw once. * The redraw can be from any available theme. * After a redraw, the participant must use the new topic. The first topic cannot be restored. * The themes are revealed on the competition day. * Preparation takes place in the assigned supervised area. * The organizer provides one index card and one pencil. * The participant can use only that index card during the speech. * The speech starts when the participant says the first word. Time: * Preparation time, speech time, and timer signals depend on the participant's grade division. * Use the grade-specific information published with these rules. * The participant must finish when the red signal is shown. * Judges assess time only under the Time use criterion. They do not apply a separate time penalty. * A speech outside the published grade-specific evaluation range is not eligible for evaluation. Materials: The organizer provides: * Topic * Index card * Pencil * Timer signals * Speaking area The following items and assistance are not permitted after the topic draw: * Phones * Smart watches * Prepared notes * Reference materials * Help from another person Judging: Judges assess: 1. Idea development and relevance 2. Organization 3. Fluency and composure 4. Delivery 5. Time use * Each judge gives a whole-number score from 1 through 5 for each criterion. * The system calculates a weighted total out of 100. * Judges assess how effectively the participant develops and presents the response. * Judges do not score agreement with the participant's opinion. * Judges do not score accent unless it affects clarity. Ties: 1. Compare Idea development and relevance. 2. If the tie remains, compare Fluency and composure. 3. If the tie remains, compare Organization. 4. If the tie remains unresolved, the Results Controller records it for Event Director review. Conduct: * Participants must not discuss a drawn topic with participants who have not competed. * Participants must follow the Competition Lead and timekeeper instructions. * Participants must stay in the assigned preparation and competition areas.

Speech Guidelines: Participants should come prepared to speak on one of the three announced topics. The speech begins when the participant says their first word. Participants cannot use or refer to notes, hints, papers, or cue cards during the speech. Digital devices cannot be used for notes or assistance. Time Monitoring: Grade 1- 4 🟢 Green: 1 minute 🟡 Yellow: 1 minute 30 seconds 🔴 Red: 2 minutes — the speaker must finish. Speeches less than 1 minute or longer than 2 minutes will not be considered for evaluation. Grades 5 – 8 🟢 Green: 2 minutes 🟡 Yellow: 2 minutes 30 seconds 🔴 Red: 3 minutes — the speaker must finish. Speeches less than 2 minutes or longer than 3 minutes will not be considered for evaluation.

Overview: The competition is open to two categories: 🕋 Level 1 — Grades 1 & 2 Theme: Makkah, the Sacred City Draw the Kaaba (Baytullah, the House of Allah) in Makkah. Keep it simple with just the Kaaba, or add a background such as Masjid al-Haram — whatever suits your skill level. Pay close attention to the Kaaba's shape and colors. The goal is to express your love for this sacred city. 🕌 Level 2 — Grades 3 & 4 Theme: Madinah, the City of the Prophet ﷺ Draw Masjid an-Nabawi, the Prophet's Mosque in Madinah. Focus on its best-known features — the Green Dome, the minarets, and the arches. You may add a background such as the sky, palm trees, or the courtyard. Pay attention to shape, proportion, and color. The goal is to express your love and respect for the blessed city of Madinah. We look forward to seeing your children's creativity and enthusiasm. Who can participate: Grade 1 & 2 , Grade 3 & 4 Format: Time limit: 1 Hour What to bring: 1. Pencils 2. Eraser 3. Ruler 4. Color Pencils 5. Sketches What we provide: 1. Paper Size A3 Allowed: 1. Pencils 2. Eraser 3. Ruler 4. Color Pencils 5. Sketches Not allowed: 1. Watercolor 2. Acrylic Painting 3. Oil pastels How judging works: Special instructions: Paper will be provided, To ensure a smooth experience, please bring the necessary materials: pencils (bring several), a ruler, an eraser, and any other sketching supplies. Please note that oil pastels, watercolors, and acrylic paints are strictly prohibited.

Overview: A beautiful opportunity to bring our children into a more holistic way of learning — nurturing mind, hand, and heart together. Through the letters of the Holy Qur'an, students build artistic skill while deepening their connection with the Creator. Judging Criteria: * Clear, correctly formed letters * Spacing, balance, and consistency * Color coordination * Clean background and presentation * Creativity and originality Medium: 1. Pencils 2. Colored Pencils 3. Sketch Pens 4. Eraser 5. Ruler Who can participate: * Grade 5-6 * Grade 7-8 Format: Time limit: 1 Hour What to bring: 1. Pencils 2. Colored Pencils 3. Sketch Pens 4. Eraser 5. Ruler What we provide: 1. Paper Size A3 Allowed: 1. Pencils 2. Colored Pencils 3. Sketch Pens 4. Eraser 5. Ruler Not allowed: 1. Acrylic Painting 2. Oil pastel 3. Watercolor How judging works: * Clear, correctly formed letters * Spacing, balance, and consistency * Color coordination * Clean background and presentation * Creativity and originality Not permitted 1. Watercolors 2. Paints 3. Crayons All work must be completed at the venue — pre-drawn or traced designs will not be accepted.

Eligibility: This competition is for Kindergarten and Grades 1 to 8. Competition Levels: kindergarten. Level 1: Grades 1 & 2. Level 2: Grades 3 & 4. Level 3: Grades 5 & 6. Level 4: Grades 7 & 8. Topic/Theme: A list of surahs for each level will be provided at least three weeks before the event day. Participants should choose one from the list. Time Limit KG: Maximum of 2 minutes. Grade 1-4: Maximum of 2 minutes. Grade 5-8: Maximum of 4 minutes. Items that are not allowed: Reference Material, Quran Mushaf, Electronic Devices. Judging Criteria: Tajweed Pronunciation Fluency Presentation Additional criteria at the judges' discretion. General Rules: All participants will recite on stage. Recitations must be from memory; those who use reference material will not be evaluated. Each recitation must be completed within the given time limit (no extra time).

Overview: A fun and exciting quiz competition designed to test students knowledge, critical thinking, and understanding across Math, Science, and Islamic Studies. Who can participate: Students in Grades 1-8 who are registered for the competition. Quiz Format: The quiz will consist of multiple-choice questions covering Math, Science, and Islamic Studies. Questions will be age-appropriate and based on the designated topics for each grade level. The competition will consist entirely of Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs). There will be only one correct answer for each question. Participants must select only one answer per question. Time limit: 1. All participants will have 30-35 minutes to complete the quiz and applies to all grades 2. Participants must stop writing immediately when instructed by the quiz officials. Answers written after the time has been called may not be considered for scoring. 3. Grade 1, 2, 3, 4 will have a total of 25 questions. 4. Grade 5, 6, 7, 8 will have a total of 30 questions. Mathematics questions will focus on understanding, problem-solving, and application of concepts. Calculators are not permitted. Mathematics questions will therefore be designed so that calculations can reasonably be completed without a calculator within the allotted competition time. Science questions will focus on age-appropriate scientific knowledge, understanding, and application of concepts. What to bring: Students should bring a pencil/pen and any required personal items. All other materials needed for the quiz will be provided. What we provide: Question sheets, answer sheets, and all necessary materials for conducting the quiz will be provided by the organizers. Allowed: Students may use only the materials specifically permitted by the organizers. Students should follow all instructions given by the quiz coordinators. Not allowed: No phones, smartwatches, calculators, books, notes, or other electronic/reference materials will be allowed during the quiz unless specifically permitted by the organizers. Communication with other participants during the quiz is not allowed. How judging works: Each correct answer is worth 1 point. There is no negative marking for incorrect answers. Unanswered questions will receive 0 points. Questions with more than one answer selected will receive 0 points. Participants will be ranked according to their total score. The three highest-ranking participants in each group will receive 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Place, subject to the tie-breaker procedure when necessary. In case of a tie, a tie-breaker round or additional questions may be used to determine the final ranking. Special instructions: Students should listen carefully to all instructions before the quiz begins and remain quiet and respectful throughout the competition. Once the quiz starts, answers cannot be changed after the allotted time has ended. Participants are expected to demonstrate good sportsmanship and fairness throughout the competition. General Rules The organizing committee reserves the right to interpret, modify, or clarify these rules when necessary. Any important changes or clarifications will be communicated to participants before the competition begins. Participants are responsible for following all instructions provided by the quiz officials on competition day. By participating in the Quiz Competition, participants agree to abide by these rules and accept the decisions of the judges and organizing committee. We wish all our participants the very best! 🌟 May Allah guide you, Ameen. Prepare well, do your best, and most importantly, enjoy the competition!