Straight Path Academy

Keep our children on the Straight Path!

The Prophet ﷺ said, "All of you are shepherds and each of you is responsible for his flock.”

Mission Statement

Our priority is establishing the best full-time Islamic school possible, insha’Allah. The Prophet ﷺ said, “Verily Allah has prescribed ihsan (proficiency, perfection) in all things.”

Imagine an American Islamic School with…

  • Strong Islamic Identity & Education

    By growing up in a community of peaceful, practicing believers, our children can escape much of the outside trials & tribulations of these trying times. With our qualified staff, they can also receive top-notch education so they truly understand their religion and how to properly live accordingly in our modern world.

  • Superior Sports Programs

    One thing missing from many Islamic schools is a thriving sports program! We aim to provide students with such outlets that keep them busy with fun, beneficial physical activity that also teaches discipline, sportsmanship, and coordination, while bringing the hearts together as teammates and as a community by achieving goals and overcoming obstacles.

  • Highest Ranking Academic Achievements

    There is no doubt that seeking beneficial worldly knowledge is an act of worship with the right intention! Together, we can help our children reach their full academic potential and become the most beneficial of people to society.

  • Engaging Clubs & After-school Programs

    The day doesn’t end when school lets out, so why should the fun? Our children need engaging, educational and fun after school activities & clubs to keep them busy with that which will benefit them, and together we can make this happen for them insha’Allah!

School Building

We are currently raising funds to purchase a property for our school. There are professionals hard at work, searching for the best and most suitable options available. The more funding we have, the more options we have insha’Allah, so your contributions are very much appreciated!

Help Us Purchase a Property!

Our Past Experience Establishing Islamic Schools

  • Saajid Lipham

    Saajid Lipham is an American who embraced Islam in 2008 & went on to study at the Islamic University of Madinah in 2010 for over 8 years. After graduating, he moved to Jacksonville & taught as an Islamic school Qur’an, Arabic, & Islamic studies teacher. He also volunteered as a mentor for muslim students & has served as Imam of the Islamic Center of Orange Park for over 4 years, teaching Arabic & Islamic studies to all ages. Brother Saajid has been very active in Dawah for the past 15 years, both off and online, founding the online learning platform, “Ilmstitute Academy.” He published two Arabic Language learning books and is currently working on many more that may be used for the Straight Path Academy curriculum. He also helped successfully establish Al Madina Islamic School in Brikama, Gambia in 2022.

  • Omar Chatila

    Omar Chatila has extensive knowledge and experience regarding what establishing, growing & operating an Islamic school entails. He has worked in Islamic education for many years and has served as a Principal of Islamic Schools in Florida and New York for over 8 years. He is also an education consultant and an expert on school accreditation. He has served in the past as the President of the Florida Islamic Schools Association (FISA), the Vice President of the Council of Islamic Schools of North America (CISNA), and on the Board of the Florida Kindergarten Council (FKC).

Take Action

Ready to take the next step and help make this dream a reality, insha’Allah?

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