Mission Statement: Our Lady of the Assumption School Commits itself to provide an education based on catholic values and academic excellence in a caring and safe atmosphere in partnership with the family and parish community.
From the Desk of the Principal…May 23, 2023
Tuesday of the Seventh Week of Eastertide
Acts 20:17-27. Sing to God, O kingdoms of the earth – Psalm 67(68):10-11, 20-21. John 17:1-11.
May they be one, Father, as we are one
Una: Being one as you and God the father are one, Jesus, is a lovely ideal, but it’s not very realistic. Look around you: there are thousands of churches separated from one another. And within the Church people are always quarrelling about your way. If that’s what being one looks like, I would hate to see being divided.
Jesus: You are right, of course, Una. That is why I prayed that you would be one. It’s not something to take for granted but a gift to be prayed for and treasured. It begins with joy at being one with me and with God our father. That leads to listening to one another and to act as a community of friends.
Una: Thanks, Jesus. You mean we should stay in the tent. What about the people and churches outside, though? Should we give up on them?
Jesus: No, Una. The Father and I are also with them and with everyone. It’s up to you to show them
Virtue for the Month of May is ~ Diligence
Doing your best and working hard until you are finished.
In Christianity, diligence is the effort to do one's part while keeping faith and reliance in God. In other words, diligence and faith are two sides of a mystery. One does not know how, despite one's effort, it all works out; but diligence, when combined with faith, assures spiritual success.
Our Saints this month:
Grade PK- 2: St. Andre Bessette “ Put yourself in God’s hands; He abandons no one.”
Grade 3 - 5: St. Francis de Sales “Have patience with all things, But, first of all with yourself.”
Grade 6-8: St. Catherine of Siena “Be who God meant you to be and you will set the world on fire”
Calendar Highlights
May 26 Jeans for Jesus-Patriotic Theme
May 29 Memorial Day - No School
June 2 8th Grade Disneyland Trip
June 5 & 6 Used Uniform Sale 8am-3:30pm Mulcahy
June 7 8th Grade Graduation Mass and Ceremony 5pm in the Church
June 8 Karma Day
June 9 Last Day of School-Mass and Awards 8am-10am in the Church
Contents of Weekly Brown Envelope
Please remove contents, complete and return any forms, sign and return the Brown Envelope every Wednesday.
Important Dates Flyer
Jeans for Jesus Flyer
Used Uniform Sale-
Monday June 5 & Tuesday June 6 we will have our annual used uniform sale in Mulcahy from 8 am to 3:30 pm. Those who wish to sell items should bring gently used uniforms to Mulcahy and place them on the tables with an envelope attached with the family name & price clearly written on the front. Shoppers must bring small bills for shopping as the office will not have change. AFter you select your items please place the exact amount of cash in the envelope and give it to the school office. ALL UNSOLD ITEMS MUST BE REMOVED BY TUESDAY JUNE 6 NO LATER THAN 3:30PM.
The Assumption Parents Association is looking for new members!
We are a small but mighty group who helps to support our wonderful school by organizing fundraisers (and "fun"raisers!!) and we would love to have your help!
We meet one evening per month, generally the second Tuesday of the month, at school for about 2 hours, starting at 6:30pm.
Some of our activities include:
Setting up and Supporting Room Parents;
Organizing Teacher Appreciation Week, Grandparents' Day, Restaurant Fundraisers and more
Planning our Fall Fundraiser (in the past this has been Movie Night, the Cornhole Tournament & Harvest Family Picnic, the former Fall Festival, as well as the Fall Raffle associated with this fundraiser)
Planning and Executing our largest fundraiser of the year, the Spring Auction and Raffle - this year we had a Cinco de Mayo themed event at Poinsettia Pavilion
Father/Daughter and Mother/Son activities
We have Board Positions that will need to be filled but we also appreciate any and all parents who attend meetings to give input and help us out with some of our activities. Our final meeting of the year will be June 6th at the Pierpont Racquet Club, time to be announced. We'd love to see some new faces there! If you have any questions, please call Jennifer Bamieh at (805) 340-9168 or email jenniferbamieh@yahoo.com
Parent Hours for the school year were due May 15th. Please turn in your parent hour log sheets to the office in person or send them in the brown envelope Every hour not worked will be charged at $15 per hour.
Any volunteer hours worked on Karma Day can be banked for the 23-24 school year.
Questions? Email olaoffice@olaventura.org
Student Council-As we say goodyear and thank our current student council members we are ramping up for elections for the 23-24 school year!
Students in grades 5th thru 7th are eligible to run for an office. More information will be discussed with the students over the next week. Elections will take place on Friday June 2, 2023.
Our current student council will finish out the year by praying the rosary with all grades in small class groups. They have also planned a Staff vs 8th grade students kickball game to be played on Friday, May 26 at 1:30 on the Saint Bonaventure football field.
Lost and Found-Please check the lost and found located outside the school office for missing items.
Any items still in the bin On June 1 will be donated.
If your child will be absent from school, please complete the Absent Reporting form. This form can be found on our app under Documents or on our website under quick links. This will generate a report that is given to teachers daily. Thank you!
OLA Sports Center
St. Bonaventure is offering opportunities for your students - Basketball Camp and Cheer & Dance Camp. 
St. Bonaventure will be holding a Summer camp for grades 3rd-8th on June 27th-30th from 9AM-12PM.
You may register with this graphic with the QR Code or sign up with the link LINK:https://docs.google.com/forms/...
Cheer/Dance Camp: June 10-12 we have our Youth Dance and Cheer camp! It is a great environment as we had over 60 campers last year with our Dance/Cheer team helping! I attached a flier and link to sign up!
Dance/Cheer Camp Link:https://sbhsvta.networkforgood.com/events/56625-sbhs-youth-cheer-and-dance-camp-july-10-12-2023
The digital marquee birthday flier is available in the office. Enjoy announcing your child's next birthday on the OLA marquee! Announcement cost is $15
The APA Board would like to thank all the wonderful families of OLA for volunteering and participating in the many fundraising efforts this year. If you are interested in joining for the 2023-202 school year please contact Jennifer Bamieh jenniferbamieh@yahoo.com
UPCOMING VIRTUS SESSIONS- COMING IN AUGUST
School Office Hours 
The best times to conduct school business in the office are: Mornings 8:30 am - 12:00 pm Afternoon 12:50 pm - 2:30 pm After Dismissal hours 3:00pm-3:30pm Closed for Lunch(12:00-12:50) Please do not come in during dismissal from 2:30pm-3:00pm. We are calling students for pick-up and are unable to give you uninterrupted attention. The office is closed for lunch from 12:00pm-12:50pm, if your child needs to leave early from school Please pick them up before 12:00 pm or after 12:50pm.  At Home Rapid Covid Test kits: Test kits are available in the office. Please contact Jennifer Colitti at jennifer@olaventura.org. You are also welcome to come into the office and pick up tests for your family. | |||
Student Learning Expectations (SLE’S) OLA Students aim for the S.T.A.R.S when they: SHOW AND LIVE THEIR FAITH THINK CRITICALLY AND WORK COOPERATIVELY ACTIVELY MAINTAIN A HEALTHY LIFESTYLE RESPECT OURSELVES AND OTHERS STUDY AND LEARN | |||
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