School Directories
Please check school bags today for your family's 2016-2017 School Directory.
Calendar Reminder
Tuesday, October 18th and Wednesday, October 19th are student holidays for Parent-Teacher Conferences.
Grandparent Emails
If any students' grandparents would like to receive the Weekly News & Updates email, please give their email address to Marie Boyden and we will add them to the distribution list.
Traffic Reminder
We are asking that our families not drive on our neighboring streets, Gribbel and Mulford Roads. Our neighbors on these streets have communicated to us that they are experiencing a heavy rate of traffic at unsafe speeds. They have notified the Cheltenham Police about the number of cars that disregard the 25 MPH speed limit. Please help us be good neighbors by not driving on Gribbel and Mulford Roads. Thank you for your cooperation.
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 Mission Day
The theme of this year’s World Mission Sunday celebration is “Mercy At Work in the Missions”. Mission Day will be observed on Friday, October 14th in anticipation of World Mission Sunday, October 23rd. Ancillae-Assumpta Academy hopes to increase student awareness of the missionary spirit of the Church. Through the proceeds raised during our Mission Day, we respond to the many requests we receive during the year to support the world-wide missions. While helping our world neighbors in need the students will mix giving with fun and play bingo with their sharing partners.
Students in PS to 8th grade are invited to donate $5.00 to play Mission Bingo on Friday, October 14th. Please bring donations to school between October 10 and 14.
Learn more about World Mission Sunday
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 New AAA Parents Group
First Meeting: October 12th, 7:00-8:30 p.m.
Location: Student Dining Room
A group of interested parents would like to start a new Parents Group at AAA whose purpose will be to bring families with diverse backgrounds and experiences together. This new group will be a resource and a voice for the unique experiences we and our children have in the world, and would seek to bring broader awareness and education to our school and to our children about cultures, religions, national origin, abilities, family types and races that are different than their own.
This group will be open to moms, dads, step-parents, grandparents, aunts, uncles, guardians, and any adult member of an AAA family that is interested in getting involved. This group is not just for those who are a family, or have a member of their family that identifies as being of a different culture, religion, national origin, ability, family type or race. This group is open and inclusive to anyone and everyone who wants to work with other families and our school to bring more support and awareness into our community.
The first meeting for this group will be held on October 12th from 7-8:30 p.m. in the Student Dining Room at school. We hope to see you there.
To RSVP or for questions, contact Heather Peters or at 215-667-9204.
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 Play4TheCure Soccer Game
October 12th, 3:30 p.m. - AAA vs Waldron
Cheer on our Soccer team as they play Waldron Mercy! Proceeds from our snack stand will benefit the National Foundation for Cancer Research (NFCR).
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 Reading Olympics - Grades 4, 5 & 6
Last call for joining Reading Olympics. Registration forms are due to Mrs. Peters or Mrs. Vanni by October 13th.
Download Registration Form.
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 Magazine Sale Final Collection Day
Wednesday, October 12th
Place orders online at gaschoolstore.com. Our school code is: 2648491. Or complete your paper order form and send it into school. Students will receive the same prizes if orders are submitted in paper or online.
Not just magazines anymore!
- Gift subscription and donation to a cause – Troops, Save the Children, Humane Society, and MORE!
- Purchase or gift Ebooks or Magazine gift cards
- Bucks & Montgomery County Coupon Books
- Gift Cards: www.Restaurant.com ($100 value for $35.00) and GameWear.com
- Photo Items: books, gifts, cards and MORE!
Earn College Reward Credits!
- Ancillae students last year were awarded $134,000 in college tuition credits.
- Every $100 you spend you will receive $1,000 in college tuition rewards.
- Every $200 you spend you will receive $2,500 in college tuition rewards.
- You will receive a certificate at the end of the Magazine Drive with your credit points.
- Register and bank your points each year.
- Click here for a list of participating colleges.
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 Medications Needed for the Handmaid Mission in El Salvador
The Handmaids of the Sacred Heart of Jesus are trying to help establish a clinic in the area of Altavista, in the outskirts of San Salvador, El Salvador. The people of the Altavista Canton are very needy; the clinic is an initiative of the priest, Fr Manuel Lozano, pastor of María Auxiliadora parish.
We would be most grateful for any donations you could contribute for this purpose. These items (or their generic equivalent) are some of the most needed:
- Aspirins
- Tylenol
- Motrin
- Ibuprofen
- Peptobismol
- Band aids
- Benadryl
- Vitamins
- Thermometers
- Claritin/zyrtec
- Neosporin
Sister Sagrario and Sister Belén will be traveling to El Salvador on October 20th. They will carry your medicines directly to the people of Altavista. Thank you very much for your cooperation.
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 Audition Workshop for Eighth Graders
Wednesday, October 19th, 9:00 – 11:00 a.m.
Multi-Purpose Room
This workshop is designed for our 8th graders so that they will have an opportunity to learn how to prepare for an audition. This will be the only workshop offered this year. If you are unable to attend please ask a friend to take notes for you. Attendance will in no way impact casting of characters. The workshop will begin promptly at 9:00 a.m. Additional Information.
Please return the form below whether or not you intend to participate in the workshop and return it to Mrs. Hlywiak by Thursday, October 13th.
Additional Information and Participation Form
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Forensics Team Invites our School Parents to an Introductory Meeting
Are you curious about this activity? Do you have some experience in this field? Are you available to volunteer with coaching, judging and tournament preparations?
If so, please join us on Monday, October 24th, 7:00 p.m. in the Fiat Library.
Please RSVP to Madeline Hlywiak at mhlywiak@ancillae.org or 215-885-1636 ext.147 by October 21st. Hope to see you there!
Printable Information
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On Our Website
October Letter to our Families: A Legacy of Reconciliation
Thank you for your presence at the Back to School meetings, High School Night, and Fiat Day celebration. We are off to a wonderful start and are so grateful for the opportunity to celebrate our 70th Anniversary and the many legacies that have been entrusted to us. This month we continue to live A Legacy of Reconciliation. From the news that we see and read, we realize that there are so many broken people and situations in our world. We can’t help but wonder when the violence, anger, frustration, and meanness will stop. The need to retaliate has become commonplace. And yet, in this Year of Mercy, we are invited by Pope Francis to care for one another, to be compassionate, to ask and give forgiveness. ~Read More~
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 Parent-Teacher Conferences
Scheduling closes on Sunday, October 9th at 9 p.m.
Fall Parent-Teacher Conferences are Monday, 10/17 6pm - 8pm, Tuesday, 10/18 10am - 4pm and 6pm - 8pm, and Wednesday, 10/19 10am - 4pm. Students in grades 5-8 attend conferences.
All parents should have received an email last week with the information needed to schedule conferences. If you did not receive the email, or need more information, please contact Melinda O'Neill.
Child Care is available during your scheduled conference times for AAA students in our Fiat Library. Enter through the McCoy Center Lobby. Please sign your child in with their name and homeroom when you arrive. Remember to leave enough time for drop off and to get to your child's class for your scheduled conference time.
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Volunteer Certifications
Volunteer documents should be submitted to Meredith Finnegan in the School Office. Without these submitted documents, the Academy cannot authorize a parent to assist with any school-related activity in the 2016-2017 school year. Volunteer information is available on our website under AAA Life / Programs.
If you have any questions, please contact Meredith at mfinnegan@ancillae.org or 215-885-1636 ext.103.
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October Scrip
Orders placed at 10:00 a.m. in the Business Office on the following days:
October 10, 17, 24, 31
Download October Scrip Order Form
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 October Box Tops
Return by October 28th.
Download October Box Tops
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Lunch Menus
Lunch Menu for K-8 for October 10-14
Monday: Mishmash Monday
Tuesday: Gemelli Pasta, Steamed Broccoli, Garlic Bread
Wednesday: Hot Roast Beef, Mashed Potatoes, Roasted Carrot Sticks
Thursday: Chicken Cheese Steak Sandwich, Chips
Friday: Grilled Cheese, Chicken Noodle Soup
Available everyday: Sandwich Board, Full Salad Bar, Seasonal Fruit
Printable menu
Please note that lunch menus are subject to change on occasion due to quantity, availability, and delivery of food items.
Lunch Menu for Stepping Stones & PreSchool for October
Monday: Macaroni & Cheese, Green Salad
Tuesday: French Toast Sticks & Sausage, Vanilla Yogurt Cup
Wednesday: Mahi-Mahi, Fruit Cup
Thursday: Beef Hotdogs, Carrot Sticks & Dip
Friday: Turkey Sandwich, SunChips, Pickles
Each day there will also be fresh fruit, cucumbers, carrots, plain or cream cheese bagels, ham or turkey, cheese and soy butter sandwiches offered in addition to the daily menu.
Printable menu
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