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…June 8, 2022
At the end of this school year we give thanks to God:
For all of the teaching and learning that has taken place in our school, both in and out of the classroom.
For the talents and gifts that have been shared and the challenges that have been faced;
For the burdens that have been lifted and the hurts that have been healed;
For the respect and care that has been given.
For the faith that has lifted our hearts on the dark days;
And for the love that has kept us going. We give thanks for the community that we are, and we ask you Lord ~ Bless our students, teachers, and our staff members.
May your Spirit inspire them with confidence and calmness.
Bless our families and may our time together leave us with memories to cherish.
Pour out your love on us that we may return renewed and refreshed to continue our journey together.
We make this prayer through Christ our Lord through the intercessions of St. Joseph, St. Julie, St. John Bosco and Our Lady of the Assumption.
Amen
Wednesday in the 10 in Ordinary Time
1 Kings 18:20-39. Keep me safe, O God; you are my hope – Psalm 15(16):1-2, 4-5, 8, 11. Matthew 5:17-19.
Elijah vanquishes the priests of Baal
‘Authenticity’ is the watchword of today’s marketer, advertiser and (shudder) ‘influencer’. If brands say they stand for something their actions need to match their words lest consumers be turned off and employees look to move elsewhere. It’s a trust situation and, as everyone knows, once lost trust can be difficult to regain. Today’s first reading is a comedy sketch about authenticity and trust. Who is the real God? Whose deeds match their words? The priests of Baal are flapping around calling on their God to light the fire and getting more exhausted, frustrated and ridiculous as nothing happens. Then Elijah, obviously enjoying his time in the spotlight, ups the ante and, in the most public manner possible, ensures the wood is sodden before calling on God to light the fire. Of course, God answers with deeds to match Elijah’s words. God was ‘on brand’, and there’s nothing more attractive and authentic than that.
are so very proud of our 8th Grade Class of 2022!
Julia Archibeque, Samuel Bamieh, Collin Barker,William Brown, Joseph Colitti, Jack Cunningham, Ryland Felts, Glen Galbraith-Albutt, Noah Girardot, Devin Granillo, Odin Harvey, Jolie Huff, Natalie Jones, Matthew Kuske, Lainey Lajoie, Cooper Masterson, Siena Meter, Santino Molfetta, Luke Sassen, Grant Simpson and Noah Sloan
We wish every success in the years to come. We wish you faith that is strong, joyful hope for the future, and a lifetime full of love
Contents of Brown Envelope
Calendar Highlights
Wednesday June 8 8th Grade Graduation 5 pm in the Church
Thursday June 9 Karma Day
Friday June 10 Last Day of School - All school mass at
8 AM in the church followed by Awards
Ceremony. School dismissed at 10 AM
July 5th-July 29th Summer Preschool
Happy Summer
OLA Summer Preschool
OLA will be offering a summer preschool program in July. Cost is $175.00 per week, 9:00am-2:00pm. Ages 3 to entry into kindergarten. Space is limited. Please register in the school office or contact Ms. Marci preschool@olaventura.org.
ADORATION & PRAYER FOR PEACE IN UKRAINE
3:00 PM to 5:00 PM in the OLA Church ~ Monday thru Friday. Pray the Divine Mercy Chaplet & Rosary
Edge tonight, 6 to 7:30 pm. Junior high youth in grades 6-8 are welcome. Please contact OLA youth minister, Gabe Rivera, for more information at youthministry@ola-vta.org or 805-642-7966 x121.
Used Uniform Sale - Please check with the office to see if you have any envelopes from the uniform sale.
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 2022-2023 school year please contact Jennifer Bamieh jenniferbamieh@yahoo.com
Testing ~We have home test kits and PCR tests available in the office. Our lab pick up days will be on Tuesdays and Thursdays by noon.
Please contact Gina Ravenscroft at gina@olaventura.org or Jennifer Colitti at jennifer@olaventura.org. You are also welcome to come into the office and pick up tests for your family.
Reporting Absences
Please go onto our website to report absences. Use the Button located on the homepage of the website. The website generates a form which is given to the teacher daily. Thank you.
The digital marquee birthday flier is available in the office. Enjoy announcing your child's next birthday on the OLA marquee! Announcement cost is $10.
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The best times to conduct school business in the office are:
Mornings
8:30 am - 12:00
Lunch-Closed (12:00-12:50)
12:50 - 2:15pm
After Dismissal hours:
3:00pm-3:30pm
Please do not come in during dismissal. 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.
VIRTUS TRAINING:
OLA Church is offering in person training for both Keeping the Promise Alive and Protecting God’s Children. These sessions will be led by Dea Boheme. Please call Dea at 805. 390 .1260 to reserve a spot. Trainings will begin again in August , 2022
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