The International Islamia School Otsuka (IISO) hosted a full‑day Japan Professional Development Workshop led by CISNA Vice President Farea Khan. Teachers explored practical strategies to enhance student engagement, amplify student voice, and design meaningful learning experiences aligned with IISO Vision 2030.

Cooperation vs. Competition: What Builds Better Learners? At IISO, we believe cooperation—not rivalry—is the foundation of strong education. Islamic values and global research agree: teamwork builds deeper learning, stronger character, and healthier minds. Top systems like Finland and Japan avoid peer competition and focus on collaboration. Let’s raise confident learners who grow by helping—not outshining—each other.

IISO hosted a transformative HEART Model workshop led by Dr. Wadood Hassan, exploring Prophetic Tarbiyah, mindfulness, and building an Allah centered school culture inspired by Surah Luqman.