Rooted in Tradition. Designed for the Future.
An education that unites academic excellence with the guidance of the Qur’an and Sunnah. Rooted in the Darul Qasim tradition, the academy prepares young Muslim women to learn with purpose and contribute meaningfully to society.
Faith at the Core. Excellence in Every Step.
✦ A Legacy in MotionOur Guiding Light
At Darul Qasim Academy for Girls, education extends beyond academic achievement. Through the integration of beneficial knowledge and the more beneficial knowledge of the Qur'an and Sunnah, students develop intellect, character, and purpose.
Grounded in Islamic civilizational values, our curriculum encourages inquiry, reflection, and application, helping students understand not only what they learn, but how that knowledge should guide their lives and service to society.
Mission Statement
To nurture students in Islamic civilizational values by imparting beneficial knowledge through an integrated, rigorous curriculum infused with Islamic philosophy across academic disciplines.
SCHOLARSHIP • INTEGRITY • COMMUNITY
Our Vision
To graduate young women who embody Islamic values and bring ethical insight and meaningful impact to society across education, public service, business, community institutions, and beyond.
GUIDANCE • WISDOM • COMMUNITY SERVICE
Shaykh Mohammed Amin Kholwadia
FOUNDER & CHAIRMAN
Guided by Decades of Scholarship
Darul Qasim Academy is built upon a vision shaped through decades of scholarship, teaching, and educational development. Guided by the belief that academic excellence and Islamic learning are complementary pursuits, the academy continues a tradition of integrated education rooted in faith, knowledge, and purpose.
Shaykh Mohammed Amin Kholwadia (Founder & Chairman)
An internationally recognized scholar and educator, Shaykh Amin Kholwadia has dedicated more than four decades to Islamic scholarship, curriculum development, and educational contributions. His vision continues to guide the academy's commitment to integrating academic excellence with the Islamic intellectual tradition.
Board of Directors
Our Board of Directors provides strategic leadership and governance, ensuring the institution remains faithful to its mission while supporting sustainable growth and long-term impact.
Dr Ahsan Arozullah
EXECUTIVE BOARD
The governing board is resolutely committed to advancing the mission of Darul Qasim Academy for Girls as a vanguard of integrated Islamic education. Guided by Shaykh Amin Kholwadia’s vision of a unified approach to distributing beneficial and more beneficial knowledge, we fully support the Academy's groundbreaking curriculum. By seamlessly anchoring conventional disciplines within knowledge from revelation, the Academy fosters an environment of rigorous academic and ethical excellence.
Ms. Salina Naser
PRINCIPAL, EDUCATION BOARD MEMBER
Advancing excellence in education through mentorship and guidance.
Ms. Sadia Shaarif
EDUCATION BOARD MEMBER
Building meaningful connections between schools, educators, and the wider community.
Ms Naheed Hashmi
EDUCATION BOARD MEMBER
Connecting the school to Darul Qasim College and supporting a seamless academic pathway.
Distinguished Faculty
Our faculty bring together expertise across education, science, psychology, the arts, and Islamic studies. Beyond academic instruction, they serve as mentors who help students grow intellectually, personally, and spiritually.
Ms. Salina Naser
PRINCIPAL
Ms. Salina Naser holds a Bachelor's degree in Applied Biological Sciences from Manchester Metropolitan University and a Master's degree in Molecular Biology from Staffordshire University. She also completed an alternative certification in education through Benedictine University.
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With more than 16 years of experience in education, Ms. Naser has taught a wide range of science courses, including Biology, AP Biology, Chemistry, AP Chemistry, Physics, Biotechnology, and Anatomy & Physiology. Her work emphasizes inquiry-based learning, critical thinking, and meaningful student outcomes. She also serves as the project manager for Darul Qasim Academy's innovative curriculum, helping shape an educational model that integrates academic rigor with Islamic principles.
Maria Fathema Baig
DEPARTMENT CHAIR — ISLAMIC STUDIES
Maria Fathema Baig earned her Bachelor of Science in Industrial and Operations Engineering from the University of Michigan. She began her educational career through Teach For America, serving students in under-resourced communities in Newark, New Jersey.
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She later taught students in grades 5–12 at Al-Ikhlāṣ Training Academy in Detroit, where her passion for both education and Islamic learning continued to grow. Currently enrolled in the Advanced Program at Darul Qasim College, Ms. Baig is committed to helping young women cultivate both academic excellence and a strong connection to their faith.
Our Journey
We started our journey to create DQ Academy with a simple idea: how can we bring back Islamic values, critical analysis and thinking into a high school curriculum. Shaykh Amin led the way forward with his knowledge of the Quran and Sunnah but the rest of the journey lies with our teachers and students.
Our vision for them is to immerse them in a scholarly environment by providing them with an integrated rigorous curriculum and access to college level classes at Harper Community College. This foundation will lead them to either the renowned institution Darul Qasim College or any other school of their choosing.
With the strong Iman and skills provided by each one of these steps, our students will have a world of opportunities at their disposal with Muslim civilizational values intact.
Our Core Pillars
The Principles That Shape Our Community
Faith Through Learning
Learning strengthens our Iman, builds skills for this world, and equips us to serve our communities with knowledge, character, and purpose.
2Intellectual Curiosity
Students are encouraged to ask questions, seek understanding, and engage deeply with ideas.
3Adab and Character
Respect, humility, responsibility, and integrity shape our learning environment.
4Reflection and Growth
Students are given the space to learn from mistakes, develop resilience, and grow through guidance and accountability.
5Community Responsibility
Education carries a responsibility to contribute positively to families, communities, and society.
Programs Offered 6+
Access to Community Service, Events, Seminars and more
Students Enrolled Since Inception 40+
Our Impact
A Vision with Lasting Influence
A strong network of educators and institutions continues to support our mission, expanding access to Islamic education and creating real impact in our communities.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Academic Structure & Learning Model
What makes Darul Qasim Academy different from other schools?+
Darul Qasim Academy integrates rigorous academic education with the Islamic intellectual tradition. Students are taught to engage both beneficial knowledge and the more beneficial knowledge of the Qur'an and Sunnah, allowing learning to be purposeful, values-driven, and intellectually grounded.
How is the academy connected to Darul Qasim College?+
The academy is designed as part of a broader educational pathway connected to the scholarship and academic tradition of Darul Qasim College.
What educational philosophy guides the academy?+
Our educational philosophy integrates rigorous academic learning with Islamic civilizational values, reflection, character, and purposeful application.
Who teaches at Darul Qasim Academy?+
Our faculty bring expertise across academic disciplines and Islamic studies while serving as teachers and mentors for students.