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VIRTUE OF THE MONTH: JUSTICE
"BEING FAIR AND GIVING EACH HIS DUE"
Justice is the moral virtue that consists in the constant and firm will to give due to God and to neighbor. This virtue prompts us to pay debts owed to others, to keep promises and commitments, to obey just laws by those who have authority to make them, to play games fairly, and to respect the property of others. Justice directs us to act fairly and honestly toward others.
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Please come! We are holding a
Holy Thursday Retreat for Parents
the morning of Thursday April 13th .
We will meet from 9 am to 11:15,
And at 11:20 we will conclude by
praying the Stations of the Cross with
Grade 7 and Kindergarten at their assembly.
All the parents of our school are invited to join us for a morning of reflection, prayer and community.
We will have sessions of spiritual reading, prayer, written reflections, and sharing of our faith.
Monique Haywood and Amy Anzulovich will lead the parent sessions focusing on our call as parents and the beautiful mysteries of Easter.
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MUSIC NOTES
Assignment Earth DVD
We were very fortunate to have Edwin Oyardo, a parent from our school, recording our school musical. The DVD will be available soon for $20.00 and net proceeds will support the school. An order form was sent home this week and another is attached at the end of the newsletter.
Music Sharing Day - April 10th (Gr.4) and 12th.
For Grades 1 through 6, Music class on Wednesday April 12th (Monday, April 10th for Grade 4) will be a “Music Sharing Day.” During this class, students studying music or dance outside of school are invited to share their talents with the rest of the class so that we can encourage them in their efforts. Students not taking classes outside of school may also choose to participate by preparing a special dance or song to present to their classmates, by bringing an interesting musical instrument, or a favourite selection of music on CD to share with the class. For listening, no rock or pop music please. (But rock or pop is fine for dancing or singing.) A selection of children’s music, classical music, or cultural music would be wonderful.
Singing for First Communion and Confirmation: Our Intermediate Choir will be singing for the First Communion Mass on Sunday, April 30th at 1:00 pm and for our Grade 7 Confirmation on Saturday, May 6th at 5:00 pm. This is a very special day for our school and parish community, and we’re hoping that many singers will be able to attend! Permission forms will be sent home at a later date, but in the meantime, please mark your calendars!
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Thank you for your 'SPRING CLEANING' clothing donations!
A big thank you to all those that donated and helped at our first clothing drive at Assumption School! It was such a wonderful success!
A total of 224 bags were collected, raising $672 for our school which will go to our "We Do This Together" campaign!
This clothing drive helped Care for our Common Home, helped children with disabilities and raised funds for our school!
Thank you!
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FRIENDSHIP BASKETBALL TOURNAMENT THANK YOU!
Thank you to all the parent volunteers that helped during the Assumption Basketball Tournament concessions last week! Parent helpers are a huge part of the success!!! Your time, commitment and never-ending energy was awesome. The concessions were very successful, raising a total of $1519.52, over three days.
A portion of the proceeds from the tournaments will go towards the We Do this Together Campaign, and the remainder will be donated to the Archdiocese of Vancouver's Catholic Charities.
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OTHER WAYS GO GIVE...FUNDRAISING:
Did you know that non-cash items can also be donated to help raise funds for the We Do This Together Campaign? During this year of Caring For Our Common Home, OLA has partnered with the following companies to help recycle and raise funds for our school:
Biggar Bottle Recycling Depot Account
Consider bringing your recyclable bottles and cans to the Biggar Bottle Depot and donating the proceeds to OLA. Simply let the attendant know the proceeds are for our school. It’s as easy as that! Address: Biggar Bottle Depot, 2577 Kingsway Avenue, Port Coquitlam.
Library Books
Do you have lightly used children’s books your family has outgrown? Did you know that our OLA school library accepts children’s book donations? It’s a great way to get new life from your recyclables. Simply bring in your lightly used children’s books and drop them off at the school library. No board books please.
Woori Metal Inc - Scrap Metal Account
Spring Cleaning? Old bikes and freezers are only a few of the metal items the scrap metal company takes back. Consider donating your scrap metal proceeds to our school. Its as easy as dropping off your items and asking for the proceeds to go towards our school account. Address: Woori Metal Inc, #2-1961 McLean Ave, Port Coquitlam.
Boston Pizza - School Earnback Program
Here’s a simple and delicious way school families can help with school fundraising. New this year - OLA is enrolled with the Boston Pizza’s Earnback program. There is a box in the school office that we collect Boston Pizza receipts from families who have dined at Boston Pizza. Families can dine at ANY Boston Pizza location in Canada. A portion of the total goes back to the school in cash. It can add up fast!!!
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OLA 3rd Annual Chess Tournament
Grade 3-7
When: Monday, May 1st, 2017
Where: O.L.A. Gymnasium
Time: noon-4:30pm
A notice regarding our Annual Chess Tournament will go home this week. The deadline for registration and a $2 per student tournament fee, will be April 11th. Unfortunately, no late registration will be accepted. The fee will cover the cost of trophies.
If you are able to be a parent volunteer to help either set-up, clean-up or helping with logistics, please contact: Frances at francesmaddalozzo@gmail.com
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NEW: OLA PRO-D DAY CAMPS OFFERED BY THE CITY OF POCO!
The City of Port Coquitlam has put together two arts and play-based day camps to coincide with our upcoming spring professional development days. These programs can only run if a minimum of 6 children are signed up 1 week in advance of the camp date. Enrollment is limited to 20 children altogether. Interested parents should email info@assumptionschool.com by APRIL 7, 2017 to confirm they would like to register their child(ren) for either of the camps (please indicate which camp date(s) you would like in your email). You will receive information on how to register directly with the City of Port Coquitlam on-line/via phone/in-person by April 9, 2017.
CAMP DETAILS:
Location: Leigh Square Community Arts Village – “The Outlet”, 2248 McAllister Avenue, Port Coquitlam
Dates: Monday, April 24 and Friday, May 19, 2017
Times: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Activities: Camp is led by experienced city recreation leaders, and consists of 2 main art projects (one morning, one afternoon), outdoor play, games, and crafts throughout the day. Children will need to bring their own snacks (morning/afternoon) and lunch.
Cost: $36/child
Ages: Children aged 5 – 10 (grades K to 5)
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CONGRATULATIONS!
We would like to congratulate the Sherritt family on a baby sister for Taliah. God bless you all.
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IMPORTANT REMINDER:
There will be early dismissal from school on Holy Thursday, April 13th. School will dismiss at 12 noon. We ask parents to inform any daycare providers of this time change.
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IMPORTANT CONTACTS:
PARENT PARTICIPATION:
parentparticipation@assumptionschool.com
PEC UNIFORM COORDINATOR:
Mrs. Kotopski
silvia_sacchetti77@hotmail.com
FUNDRAISING:
fundraising@assumptionschool.com
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