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 4, 2022
Virtue of the Month of October
Studiousness
Our school participates in a Deanery wide program which highlights a particular virtue of the month along with particular Saints for each grade level - Grades PK - 2 St. Albert the Great, Grades 3 - 5 St. Thomas Aquinas, and Grades 6 - 8 St. Edith Stein. The virtue for this year is Hope and the theme for this year is Study.
Studiousness: Seeking knowledge to grow closer to Truth.
To be studious is to be appropriately eager to study. It is having the desire to apply one’s mind to something; to learn about it, to know it, so that one may understand it. To develop, foster and have the virtue of studiosity is a good thing. It is just as natural and proper for humans to desire knowledge, as it is to desire the pleasures of food and drink. Ultimately we all desire to know that which is true, that which is Truth itself; and that Truth, which is God, wishes us to know him.
Study = the keen application of the mind to truth.
October is dedicated to the Holy Rosary. We remember two very special Rosary themed feast days, Our Lady of the Holy Rosary (Oct 7) and Our Lady of the Holy Rosary of Fatima (Oct 13) The story of the feast of Our Lady of the Rosary focuses on the intercessory power of mary. It shows that when we are in danger, they can go to Mary. And when an individual is in pain, discouraged, or having trouble accepting God’s will, he or she can also go to Mary. She will pray to her Son for anyone who calls on her. Anyone who prays to Mary no longer feels alone because she prays with them and for them.
On October 7, we will celebrate Mass as a school led by 4th Graders at 9:30 am. All are welcome to join us at Mass.
Tuesday of week 27 in Ordinary Time
St Francis of Assisi
Galatians 1:13-24. Guide me, Lord, along the everlasting way – Psalm 138(139):1-3, 13-15. Luke 10:38-42.
Mary has chosen the better part
It is hard not to side with Martha, who seems to have been left with all the cooking and entertaining. She definitely became frazzled and resentful of her sister, who stayed with Jesus.
Anyone who has prepared a dinner party for friends would know the issue. It takes planning, organization and preparation well ahead of time to be able to present a delicious meal and enjoy the company of guests.
Perhaps Jesus was just saying ‘Keep it simple, Martha. We will enjoy whatever you have ready. Come and spend time with me’.
Scouts at OLA
Our Lady of the Assumptions Cub Scout Troop is open to all Kindergarten to 5th grade boys and girls that are interested.
Does your child love the outdoors and having fun? Do they love learning and creating new friendships?
Joining Cub Scouts gives you both!
Cub Scouts provides outdoor adventures and family activities that teach your child value-based leadership and character strengths, builds confidence and social skills, and teaches the value of service and citizenship.
Please feel free to contact Jim Montgomery at 805-368-6999 or at jim@sureteq.com with any questions.
Parent Survey
As a part of our upcoming WASC/WCEA accreditation in Spring of 2023 we have begun the process of gathering evidence to begin writing our Improving Student Learning (ISL) document.
You are an important part of the process. I would like to ask you to take about 20 minutes to complete the attached form. We appreciate your time and feedback. Thank you for your support!
Parent Survey: Improving Student Learning
Calendar Highlights
October 4th Progress Reports go Home Today
October 7th School Mass - Our Lady of the
Rosary 9:30 am
October 11th APA Board Meeting-6:30 pm-OLA School
October 12th Art Trek Training 8:15 - 10: 45 am
October 19th Valentino's Take & Bake & Copper Pot Fundraiser 7am-8pm
October 24th Fall Break Day - No School
October 28th Jeans for Jesus-Halloween Theme
October 31st Noon Dismissal Day-Halloween
Contents of Weekly Brown Envelope
Please remove contents, complete and return any forms, sign and return the Brown Envelope every Wednesday.
Progress Reports
RaiseRight/Shop with Scrip Flyer
What’s Happening with our Student Council!
Monday morning the students celebrated Mr. Tony and all his hard work to keep us safe. Student council presented him with a Thank You book signed by all the students. The whole school gathered in the hallway and sang “For He’s a Jolly Good Fellow” as Mr. Tony walked down the hall.
This month the Student Council is planning a service project called “Socktober”. They will be collecting new socks the week of October 17th to be donated to Many Meals for distribution to the homeless. Watch for a flier to be sent home soon.
OLA School is thrilled to announce our new app for mobile phones! Stay up-to-date with access to events, documents, news from administrators, student stories, and even emergency notifications.
You can download the app for free on Google Play or Apple App Store.
Download for Android https://bit.ly/3HRxTwQ
Download for iPhone https://apple.co/3JwStCO
 Thank you for helping our dismissal process flow smoothly in the afternoons. If all parents in the car line could please be mindful to leave openings for our neighbors driveways when waiting to move down Dunning street. This is both for the safety and courteousness of our neighbors. Boys Flag Football-The OLA Flag Football team will practice Wednesday and Friday this week. We are also looking for parent volunteers to do field set up and scorekeeping for the home games. Please email Ron Bamieh to sign up or volunteer. rbamieh@bamiehdesmeth.com Girls Volleyball-We are looking for a few parents to volunteer to coach and referee a girls volleyball team this fall. This is a great way to earn parent hours. Training will be provided. Please contact our athletic director Matt Figueroa mfigueroa@bsnsports.com OLA Sports Center October 6 Elementary Meet-Arroyo Verde October 7 Middle School Meet-Mission Oaks October 14 Elementary/Middle School Meet- Mt. Sac Invitational October 20 Elementary Meet-Finals Arroyo Verde October 21 Middle School Meet-League Finals Arroyo Verde Elementary Meets begin at 4:30 pm for girls & 4:45 pm for boys Middle School Meets begin at 4:30pm for girls and 5:00 pm for boys. (exception-October 21, Middle School Meet, JV Girls 3:00, JV Boys 3:30. Varsity Girls 4:30, Varsity Boys 5:00) Elementary Cross Country Team Results: Out of 14 schools, OLA’s elementary girls’ team took FIFTH place overall! For the second week in a row, OLA’s elementary boys’ team took FIRST place overall and 5th grader, Evan Abbott, took first place overall out of 178 runners! It was a fast one mile race. Our top three elementary girl runners were:
Our top three elementary boy runners were:
Middle School Cross Country Race Results: We had a great race today at Soule Park in Ojai. We had a few additional schools compete and more runners overall. After finishing in 4th place last week, our OLA middle school girls team took 2nd place overall! Out of 18 schools, our OLA middle school boys took 5th place overall today! Our top three middle school girl runners were:
Our top three middle school boy runners were:
Jeans for Jesus Update By participating in the Jeans for Jesus day on Friday our students raised a little over $200 for Ventura County Food Share. Way to go OLA! The next Jeans for Jesus day will be Friday October 28th-Halloween Theme. Watch for more info in the next few weeks. |
 Parents interested in helping with Edge Gabe is having a second informational meeting for parents interested in joining the CORE Team and or volunteering: 10/5 — Info session #2 for prospective EDGE CORE Team & Parents. Session #2 will be in Mulcahy Center at 6:00pm, those interested only need to attend one meeting.
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 under Documents or on our website under quick links. This will generate a report that is given to teachers daily. Thank you!
APA BOARD CORNER Congratulations Izabella Tretko Grade 2. Her colorful design was the first place winner in the T-shirt contest. Shirts will be available for purchase soon. Thank you to all the students who submitted a drawing. OLA has some very talented students!! |
Our APA Board has some exciting fundraising events coming up. Please save the dates! |
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 2022-2023 school year please contact Jennifer Bamieh jenniferbamieh@yahoo.com 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.
Training at OLA:
These sessions will be led by Dea Boheme. Please call Dea at (805) 390-1260 to reserve a spot.
All sessions begin at 1 pm and are held in the Santa Cruz Room
Protecting God's Children (Initial training, 3 hours)
Saturday, October 8, 2022
Saturday, November 12, 2022
Keeping the Promise Alive (Recertification training, 1 ½ hours)
Saturday, October 1, 2022
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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