“There is nothing on this earth more to be prized than true friendship.” — Thomas Aquinas
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…October 17, 2023
Prayer for Peace in the Holy Land
Archbishop José H. Gomez has called on each of us to “open our hearts in a special way” and pray for peace and the end of violence in the Holy Land. Let us continue to unite in prayer by joining our brothers and sisters in the Holy Land and around the world to answer the call of the Latin Patriarch of Jerusalem and all the Ordinaries of the Holy Land for a day of fasting, abstinence, and prayer on October 17, Tuesday.
As a school we are answering Archbishop Jose Gomez's call. Our classes will be going to church to pray today for peace.
This is our prayer:
Lord,
We pray to you for the Holy Land, for the people of Israel and Palestine, who have experienced the violence of war. We pray for world leaders to be guided by the Holy spirit to make decisions of peace. We pray for all the victims on both sides of this war.
God of all creation, bring justice and peace to our world. Teach us to be peacemakers. Guide us in our pursuit of justice and the common good. Inspire us to welcome all, forgive all, and love all.
Direct us as we walk in the shadow of Jesus: the Way, the Truth, and the Life. Give us the grace to see the world through your eyes, that we might find hope and joy each day, be supportive of each other, for the sake of your Kingdom. Amen
Virtue for the Month of October is Friendship. The theme for the year is Community.
What are some ways that we can foster deeper friendships with those around us and seek friendships grounded in Christ?
Be Intentional with Your Time: A good way to avoid this waste of time is to put your phone away, don’t bury your faces in technology. Throughout scripture we see that when Jesus was with His disciples, He was all there, totally involved and not wasting time when with them. We too need to be careful to always be in the moment with the people that we are with.
Encourage Each Other: Encourage one another and build one another up. Share what you have been learning from God’s word. Even if it doesn’t feel important, it could be just what your friend needs to hear. Make sure that you are having uplifting conversations.
Have Fun: God is not asking us to have Christ-centered friendships that are boring. Your time does not always have to be overwhelmed by deep theology or sin struggles. I strongly believe that Jesus had a blast with His disciples! I mean, isn’t He the one who created fun and laughter in the first place? Go out and do fun things together!
Week 28th in Ordinary Time
St Ignatius of Antioch
Romans 1:16-25. The heavens proclaim the glory of God – Psalm 18(19):2-5. Luke 11:37-41.
I am not ashamed of the Good News
I have grown to love St Paul. Part of that has been the discovery of his fragility. The Acts of the Apostles provides a full account of his discovery on the road to Damascus on three separate occasions. The story is full of wonder and surprise. It also tells the tale of a tentmaker who thought he had the meaning of life all sewn up. He was knocked off his horse.
Paul’s letter to the Romans is the only time we find him writing to a community he is yet to visit. It contains some of the most exquisite and confident writing imaginable. It is also veined by moments of uncertainty. He starts by trying to create a relationship with strangers: he prays for them, he longs to share with them, he apologizes he has been so long absent. From such a tentative beginning, he then says, ‘I am not ashamed of the Good News.’ May we all find faith flowering on the branches of our uncertainty.
Calendar Highlights
October 27th | Fall Halloween Dance |
October 27th | Jeans for Jesus-Halloween Colors |
October 31st | Halloween Assembly 8am |
October 31st | Pumpkin Bowl 10am |
October 31st | Halloween-Noon Dismissal |
November 1st | All School Mass 9:30 am |
November 8th | Make Up Picture Day |
November 10th | Veterans Day-No School |
Extended Day Care registration packets are available in the school office.
Contents of Weekly Brown Envelope
Please remove contents, complete and return any forms in the signed Brown Envelope every Wednesday.
Jeans for Jesus Flyer
Sherwood Forest Farms Wreath Fundraiser Flyer
Next Friday (October 20th) we will be having our Youth Night at our final regular season home high school football game vs. Calabasas High School.
Details: All Youth Kids from Kindergarten through 8th grade will be admitted for FREE with a paid adult. This is an amazing opportunity for kids to see our Seraph environment under the Friday Night Lights!
Location and Time:
7PM at Buena High School, we advise you show up around 6:30PM to get a seat!
If you have any questions, please let me know!
I look forward to seeing everyone there!
Wolfgang Wood
Director of Admission and Outreach
Saint Bonaventure High School
Square 1 Art
OLA school is participating in the Square 1 Art fundraiser! Over the last few weeks your child has been creating custom quality art. Keep a look out for ordering information soon and in the meantime feel free to search online! 
Go to: square1art.com/shop/artwork/search
Every order raises funds for our school!
Sherwood Forest Farms Wreath Fundraiser
Beautiful, fresh wreaths and centerpieces shipped directly from Sherwood Forest Farms in the Pacific Northwest!!
Wreaths and Centerpieces will be available for purchase until November 3rd.
Check your brown envelope for an order form and more information, orders should arrive the week after Thanksgiving, just in time for your holiday decorating!!
They also make great gifts!!
Any questions?? Please contact Tammy Silva (805) 415-8030
Jeans for Jesus
Halloween theme to benefit Tender Life Maternity Home
Friday October 27th is our next Jeans for Jesus event. Wear jeans(or uniform bottoms) and a festive shirt or halloween colors:orange, purple or green. Bring $1.00 donation-funds raised on this day will be donated to Tender Life Maternity Home to support their mission to create hope and opportunity for young mothers and their unborn children. Thank you for supporting our school!
OLA Cross Country
Both our elementary and middle school teams had the week off last week.
They will be back at it this week with our elementary team running Thursday October 19th at Arroyo Verde Park, races will start at 4:00pm and our middle school team running Friday October 20th at Las Colinas Middle School in Camarillo, races start at 4:30pm
Come out and cheer on our runners!
Dolphin Nation
Flag Football News:
Your OLA Dolphins won a thrilling Flag Football game against the Sacred Heart Cardinals 34 to 26. OLA was down 14-6 right before the half with Sacred Heart driving when Henry Bamieh picked off a pass and ran it the length of the field to score as the half ran out.
Down 14-12 to start the second half OLA took the ball the length of the field to score on a Theo Swafford pass to Henry touchdown pass to give OLA its first lead of the game 18-14. OLA couldn't hold that lead as Sacred Heart scored on their next drive. However down 20-18 OLA drove for the lead on big runs by Evan Barker, catches by Josh Barton and Lukas Devericks followed by another Theo to Henry touchdown. On sacred heart 's next possession a pick six by Theo gave OLA a 34-20 lead that ended all Cardinal hopes.
Notable contributors were Brenna Caron and Jack Gorrel who handled an aggressive pass rush and prevented any QB sacks. Sixth graders Leo Molfetta and Jack Baker had their first carriers of the season with Leo rushing for a first down on two carriers. And 6 th grader Samieh Schnitzler started and played every snap on defense.
OLA plays again against St. Sebastian on October 18th here at OLA and again on Friday October 20th at Saint Mary Magdalen in Camarillo. Game times are 3:30pm.
Come out and support the team and Go000 Dolphins!!
Volleyball News:
Team A 🏐💙🥇
It was another OLA domination on Thursday for the Team A Girls Volleyball Team!! Saint Anthony’s number one team came to OLA to face off against the defending champions. They were no match for us, once again! Our serves carried us through, as usual, and when rallies occurred, we stuck to our fundamentals and got our bump/set/spikes in as much as possible. We have yet to meet our match!
Team A plays today at Santa Clara and again Thursday October 19th at Holy Cross.
This Saturday, we are playing in a Spooktacular Tournament, going against other middle school teams in the area. It’s a costume tournament and the girls will all be Minions, Coach Mollie will be Lucy, Coach Justin will be Gru and Coach Joseph will be Dr. Nefario, all from the Despicable Me movies. We’ll get some good pictures! Wish us luck!
TEAM B🏐💙🥇
Our girls on Team B had the week off. They will be back in action this week playing today at Our Lady of Guadalupe and again Thursday October 19th at St. Anthony.
Visit our app under athletics for games and scores!
Come out and support our teams and Gooooo Dolphins!!
Lost and Found
Please check the lost and found located outside the school office. With the weather changing students are going to need their sweatshirts and jackets. The basket is very full and growing daily!
APA BOARD CORNER
Thank you to all the families who have sold raffle tickets. We had our first prize drawing last Friday at the flag salute. The first of three lucky winners of a $100 Target gift card was the Cazares Family! We will have another drawing this Friday at flag salute and again Friday October 27th. Your family will be entered into the drawing once you have sold 20 tickets.
Join us for OLA’s Fall Halloween Fundraiser Event on Friday, October 27th from 6:00 pm -9:00pm at the school. We will have booth trick or treating, live music, food trucks and more! Dress in your family friendly costumes and support the OLA school community. niferlincicum@gmail.com) with any questions. Hope to see you there!
Join us for OLA’s Fall Halloween Fundraiser Event on Friday, October 27th from 6:00 pm -9:00pm at the school. We will have booth trick or treating, live music, food trucks and more! Dress in your family friendly costumes and support the OLA school community.
We have only a few spots left for trick or treating booths. Submit your RSVP ASAP! Admission is $20 per family and $40 to host a trick or treating booth. Contact Jennifer Lincicum at jenniferlincicum@gmail.com (mailto:jenniferlincicum@gmail.com) with any questions. Hope to see you there!
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 2023-2024 school year please contact Jennifer Bamieh jenniferbamieh@yahoo.com
Reporting an absence:
If your child will be absent from school, please complete the Absent Reporting form. This form can be found on our app, tap the menu button or on our website under quick links. This will generate a report that is given to teachers daily. Thank you!
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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
Closed for Lunch(12:00-12:50)
After Dismissal hours:
3:00pm-3:30pm
Please do not come in during dismissal. On regular dismissal days the time is from 2:35-3:05 and noon dismissal days the time is from 11:50-12:15. We are calling students for pick-up and are unable to give you uninterrupted attention.
If your child is playing a sport please meet them at the back of the school after dismissal. 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.
Office of Safeguard the Children
Zoom Protecting God’s Children and
Keeping the Promise Alive
The Archdiocese of Los Angeles mandates all clergy, staff, whether paid or volunteer, and all volunteers who work in any capacity with or around children, the elderly, or people with special needs to complete the initial three-hour VIRTUS® Protecting God’s Children for Adults™ program. The program helps clergy, staff, volunteers, and parents to understand the facts and myths about child sexual abuse, how perpetrators groom children and young people, and how they, as caring adults, can learn and implement the important “Five Step Plan” to Protect God’s Children in helping to prevent child sexual abuse.
More than 150,000 clergy, staff and volunteers have participated in these training sessions throughout the five Pastoral Regions of the Archdiocese of Los Angeles.
Please know you are welcome to attend a training at any parish in our diocese. To learn where the training is taking place visit lacatholics.org and under the pull down menu titled PROTECT/REPORT move your cursor to Safe SafeGuard the Children then to Education and Training. In that section you will be able to navigate to all the training sessions. Our region is the Santa Barbara Region.
Training at OLA:
Protecting God’s Children (Initial Course). To register please call Dea Boheme for more information at 805- 390-1260.
November 4th, 2023 from 1pm - 4pm.
December 2nd, 2023 from 1pm - 4 pm.
Location: Santa Cruz Room
Keeping the Promise Alive (Re-Certification Course): To register please call Dea Boheme for more information at 805- 390-1260.
October 21st, 2023 1 pm - 2:30 pm.
November 11th, 2023 1 pm - 2:30 pm.
December 9th, 2023 1 pm - 2:30 pm.
Location: Santa Cruz Room
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