Permission to Publish Student’s Photograph or Work
Forms were sent home with every student by way of backpack on Thursday. Please make sure that you complete the form and return it to your child’s teacher by Friday, September 28.
Student Pictures
Flyers from Lors Photography went home this week. Please note pictures will be taken on October 2 and 3. More information will follow.
Plus Portals
Everyone should have received an email from Plusportal our new online grading system. If you did not get one, please email pdechiaro@assumptionnj.org. This website will allow you access to your child’s grades (grades 4 – 8) and information from their teachers. You can also edit your personal information. Click on the arrow next to your name at the top, edit demographics and hit edit. All information will be sent to the office for approval.
Please remember to check the online bulletin on our school website for important daily announcements and updates.
AFTER SCHOOL DANCE PROGRAM
South Street Dance is bringing its Dance Fusion class to Assumption! Calling all K-2nd graders who would like to join in this exciting dance program that showcases a variety of different dance techniques, including jazz, lyrical and hip hop. Get moving, build self-expression, and have some fun with your friends! This program will take place Fridays in the gym from 2:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. and the cost is $40 per student. Program dates are: 9/28, 10/12, 10/19, 10/26, 11/2 and 11/9 (No class on 10/5).
Follow this SignUp Genius link to sign up: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/30E094DACA92AA1F49-south
Please keep in mind, only the first 30 students who sign up can be accepted into the program. But have no fear, if you do not make the cut this time around, we will be bringing SSD back in the spring! Once you secure your spot on the sign up, please backpack a check for $40 made out to Assumption HSA in an evelope marked “Enrichment” by 9/27.
For more information on South Street Dance:
If you have any questions about the program please contact Stephanie Vieira at svieira1129@gmail.com
AFTERNOON ART CLASS – FALL 2018
Grades 2 – 8
4 Classes: 2:15 – 4:00
Fee: $65.00 (includes all materials)
Afternoon Art is an opportunity for students to enjoy and explore art in small multi-age groups after school. Projects incorporate materials and techniques not typically offered during regular art class.
This session we will create two Halloween projects. The first is a 3-D haunted house. It will be mounted on a foam board base complete with a graveyard and hosts of spooky characters. Our next project will be a shadow puppet on wire that is mounted to a wooden base that the students will decorate. These create a fun and creepy silhouette on a wall when you shine a light on them.
Please complete the attached registration form and return it to the main office along with your check made payable to Diane Spetrino. A portion of the fee is donated to the school. Indicate first, second and third choice. This will help in scheduling. I will try to accommodate car pools and special requests so indicate them on your form. You will receive confirmation of your class choice.
IT’S BEGINNING TO LOOK A LOT LIKE CHRISTMAS STORE!
Ok, maybe not quite yet, but preparations are underway for one of Assumption’s most magical days of the year! Santa’s Workshop will open its doors on Tuesday, October 2nd from 7-9pm and again on Wednesday, October 3rd from 8:15-11am in the Multipurpose Room (down the hall from the nurses office). Come catch up with old friends and make some new ones as we begin wrapping gifts and light craft projects. Please see our complete schedule below and join us as your schedule allows. And as always, younger siblings are welcome to join the fun during the daytime workshop hours.
For any questions, please contact one of Santa’s Elves, Michelle Carr (michelle.carr4@me.com), Linda Chang (aloc.chang@gmail.com), or Christine Sidhu (christine.sidhu@gmail.com).
FALL CLAY SESSION
6 Mondays – 2:30-3:30
(September 24 & October 1, 15, 22, 29 & November 5)
Come spend Monday after-school at Assumption creating one-of-a-kind objects working in clay. Students will learn to use simple tools and traditional hand-building techniques as well as ways to impress texture into the clay. They will also strengthen their color and design skills as we glaze our pieces.
Please return this form along with your check $78, for Peggy Davo, to the main office by Thursday, September 20th. All supplies are included and firing will be done in my studio. A portion of your check goes to the school. Thanks!
FORENSIC COMPETITION – STUDENTS 6TH-8TH
Type: Dramatic Reading
Date: Wednesday, November 28, 2018
Time: 3:00 until approximately 6:30PM
Place: St. Patrick School in Chatham
Assumption will field a Varsity team (7th and 8th grade) with 5 active team members and alternates, as well as, a JV team (6th grade)
with 5 Active team members and alternates.
Tryouts will take place during the school day the week of September 24th. If your student is interested in trying out, please email Jean Jabbour by Friday, September 21st at Jeanjabbour@verizon.net.
FRONT DESK VOLUNTEERS NEEDED
Looking for a flexible way to help out at school? As a Front Desk Volunteer you can choose a schedule that works for you by signing up to man the front desk just once a month or volunteering several times a month. It’s a great way to see what happens in the morning or afternoon at Assumption and see your children at school – which they love! To inquire and sign up, please email Tiffany Srnensky at tleesrnensky@yahoo.com or Joni McDonnell at jnoblemcdonnell@gmail.com
PK4 MUNCHKIN SOCCER WITH MERAKI FUTBOL CLUB
Once again, Meraki Futbol Club will be offering an after school soccer program open to Pre-K4 students.The program will be held on Wednesday’s after school from 1-2pm in the gym and will run for 6 consecutive weeks (excluding Halloween), starting on 10/3 and ending on 11/14. Children taking part in the program will be escorted to the gym by their teachers at dismissal. There are professional coaches as well as volunteer parents on hand to make sure the kids stay in the gym, get to the bathroom/water and leave with the proper adult at pick up. The cost for the program is $120.
Last year’s program filled up very quickly, so if interested please register here. The program is limited to the first 30 kids who sign up.
SAVE THE DATE – FIRST SCHOOL DANCE OF THE YEAR!
5th-8th Grade
Friday, October 26th
6:30 p.m. -9:00 p.m.
Assumption Gym
SAVE THE DATE: SHOP TO SUPPORT ASSUMPTION SCHOOL
Come one come all to Vineyard Vines today at the Short hills Mall between 10 am and 1:00 pm and receive a 10% discount on purchases. While you are at it 10% will be donated back to Assumption School. Please stop in and shop and support.
See Flyer for additional details.
HIGH SCHOOL NIGHT AT ST. PATRICK’S
All middle school parents are invited to High School Night at St. Patrick’s School in Chatham on Wednesday, September 26th from 7:00 to 8:30 pm. Come and learn about the various catholic High Schools. See flyer for additional details.
DISCOVER MHS
All 8th grade students and parents are invited to attend an information night at Morristown High School on Thursday, October 11th at 7:00 pm in the school’s auditorium.
VOLUNTEER AT ASSUMPTION SCHOOL
Volunteering on a committee is a rewarding way to show your support for Assumption School! Please follow the link to sign-up. Committee coordinators will contact you within the next few weeks. No matter how you can help, your time and talents are needed and very much appreciated!
** Note: All school volunteers must complete the “Protecting God’s Children” requirements. Details will be provided.
If you have any questions, please contact hsa@assumptionnj.org.
THANK YOU FOR SUPPORTING ASSUMPTION SCHOOL! THIRD ANNUAL RED MASS INVITATION
You are cordially invited to attend The Third Annual Red Mass at St. Paul Inside the Wall, on Sunday, October 7th, as they honor Domenick Carmagnola, Assumption Dad. Please see invitation for additional details.
FASHION SHOW NEWS – HOLLYWOOD’S GOLDEN ERA: A TRIBUTE TO ITS LEADING LADIES – THURSDAY, OCTOBER 18, 2018 – BIRCHWOOD MANOR
Thank you for your generosity and support! Catch more Fashion Show News in the Wednesday Fashion edition
REMINDERS:
- Deadline for auction donations and ad journal submissions is September 28th.
- Reservations and Pre-Sale of gift auction tickets are available for purchase on line. Click here.
- Pre-purchaed Gift Auction tickets can be picked up at the check in area at the Birchwood on the evening of the event.
- When purchasing online, please be sure to complete all fields for each reservation, including the table captain or seating preference, as well as, the contact information for your purchase.
OFF PREMISE SALES FOR GRAND RAFFLE
DOUBLE (OR TRIPLE!) YOUR SALES! AWESOME OFF-PREMISE LOCATIONS AVAILABLE!
Sell more tickets, increase Prize Patrol chances, and contribute to our school by selling Off-Premise! Off-Premise Grand Raffle selling is fun and a great way to spend time as a family. Take advantage of the mild fall weather this weekend and prime locations that are still available like the Creamery, Assumption Church for the 5:30 Mass, and the Swiss Chalet. Future locations include Kings Florham Park and Morris Plains Acme…new spots with untapped potential!
If you’re thinking about selling and want to talk to one of us, please give us a call! Many of our off-premise sales families sell year after year because they experience success, have fun, and learn in the process.
Please sign-up using this link and indicate your youngest child’s name and homeroom in the comment section.
Thank you in advance for selling and supporting Assumption School!
The 2018 Off-Premise Sales Committee
Amanda Biliskis (630-631-8514)
Megan Reynolds (908-399-5777)
Grace Crowley (201-213-3733)
Dana DeFillipps (732-551-5600)