Committees

Capital Campaign Committee

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Responsible for raising funds for the construction of the MET Community and Educational Center. It is responsible to brainstorm potential grants and individual donors and foundations to approach, and make recommendations for the best strategies to use in approaching them to ensure positive results. Members of this committee are also responsible for establishing contact with these potential donors and foundations, and tapping into the network of connections they personally have to get the word out to best solicit funds for our project.

 

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Technical Committee

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Oversees the technical aspects of the construction of the MET Community and Educational Center. Its goal is to see the project through from concept to design and implementation. Details tended to include architectural design to meet desired function, structural, mechanical, and civil engineering, electricity, plumbing, as well as meeting the city requirements and obtaining the required permits through project completion and delivery of a turn-key center.

 

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Outreach Committee

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Community support is integral and vital to the success of a community-based organization. The goal of this vibrant committee is to promote our services to the public and engage them in our youth and outreach programs. This is done through a variety of annual and biannual events that bring our community together, both Muslim and non-Muslim, young and old, conservative and liberal to a common middle ground and medium that is enjoyable by all and conducive to sharing experiences, learning from one another, and building bridges of mutual respect and understanding.

The Outreach Committee is responsible for overseeing, planning, and implementing outreach, interfaith, and youth activities that advance the cause of the organization. Sample events include the monthly forum, the informal speakers bureau, and annual programs such as a family conference, a book fair, an auction/awards/ appreciation night, a cultural night and fundraising dinner, in addition to workshops in different areas, such as parenting, business entrepreneurship, citizenship, teacher training, etc. to address the present needs of the community.

 

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Scientific Achievement Committee

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Comprised of staff members, parents, and community members who are specialized in the areas of Science, Math, and Technology, this committee sets our students up for success for overlooking the Science and Math curriculum at ISMET/OIA and making recommendations for hands-on learning and opportunities for growth and critical thinking skills that are necessary to succeed in today's world.

 

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High School Committee

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Comprised of education professionals in the community who have been in the field for 20+ years, this committee was instrumental in establishing the foundation of our Oregon Islamic Academy High School program. From credits to course offerings to extracurricular programs to college counseling and college prep, this committee established a solid program that would proud generations of 12th grade graduates.

 

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Financial Committee

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Responsible for accounting and book-keeping of MET financial statements, as well as employee payroll/taxes and interviewing and hiring new staff members and teachers. It is also responsible for overseeing MET endowment funds, monitoring their growth, and ensuring the investment venues, guidelines, and overall strategy are shariah-compliant and meet the intended goals and the present need. It is also responsible for establishing a sound and sizeable endowment toward long-term sustainability of the organization. Additionally, this committee oversees various options for long-term giving and estate planning that will provide long-term and ongoing financial support to MET.

 

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