Mission & Vision

School Governance and Leadership

School Governance and Leadership

Our Leadership Model

In 2020, ILM Academy adopted a structural transformation by embracing a distributed leadership model. This contemporary leadership paradigm fosters collective, inventive, and agile leadership processes. Aligned with Islamic leadership values, the model serves as a guiding framework that propels ILM Academy's advancement in an upward trajectory.

The primary objective of this leadership model is to seamlessly integrate Islamic leadership principles, optimal educational leadership practices, and the overarching mission, vision, and growth strategies of ILM Academy into every facet of its operations.

Learn more

As our school grows, it is crucial to continually enhance, envision, and rejuvenate ILM's approach to future success in the modern world while remaining true to our founders' original mission and vision. The initiative to rethink ILM Academy's governance structure commenced in January 2021, involving members from the Bylaws Committee, including the existing Governing Board, select school founders, and ILM's legal counsel. Following a thorough review and deliberation spanning over two years, we revised the Articles of Incorporation, ILM's bylaws, and governance policies and procedures. A significant improvement includes establishing a Board of Trustees, providing elevated oversight and safeguarding for the school.

Learn more

Since its humble beginnings over 15 years ago, the governance of ILM Academy has been led by the dedicated and passionate Governing Board, typically serving 2-3 year terms. This volunteer body has shouldered the responsibility and "Amanah" of ensuring our children receive the best in academics, Islamic environment, and opportunities for success. The Board of Governors maintains responsibility for executing the school's vision and mission. They work closely and regularly with the ILM Administration team to ensure consistent year-over-year growth and excellence.

Learn more

With the implemented leadership model, our leadership tasks will be distributed in the following functions:

Leadership Team   |   Administrative Team   |   Meet Our Teams

Founders of ILM Academy

Founders of ILM Academy

Our founders comprise parents and community members who played a pivotal role in the school's establishment during the summer of 2008. We are fortunate to have a diverse
assembly of individuals from various backgrounds, all unified by a common objective: to elevate ILM Academy into a globally esteemed Islamic educational institution.

Founders of ILM Academy List

  • Ahmed Khan
  • Ali Rizvi
  • Atika Shaikh
  • Bassam Meshaal
  • Faiza Mehar
  • Hammad Sophie
  • Haseeb Shekhani
  • Jamal Warrayat
  • Kamal Ashraf
  • Khadidja Zehani
  • Saba Khan
  • Sameer Shaikh
  • Samia Siddiqi
  • Shafiq Hossain
  • Tahir Qazi
  • Yacine Zehani

Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging at ILM

Our History

Our History

ILM Academy's roots trace back to 2006 when a group of mothers in North Alpharetta initiated a homeschooling program aimed to offer exceptional academic and Islamic education called Hadeeqat Al-Atfaal, offering Pre-k programs to 3- and 4-year-olds with Hamzah Islamic Center's support. 
In May 2008, the parent body and school administration, after discussions with HIC's board, decided to establish ILM Academy as an independently governed non-profit corporation with its own by-laws, building, etc. As a result, ILM Academy was officially incorporated on June 16, 2008.

HTML Generator

Careers

Careers

Join our dedicated team at ILM Academy and become an integral part of shaping the future of young Muslims through education. Explore open positions now!