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......November 4, 2025
Happy November!
As we move deeper into fall and begin the transition toward winter, we notice subtle signs of change—even here in California. While we may not see the vivid transformation of leaves that other states enjoy, we do feel cooler mornings and shorter days. With daylight savings time behind us, I hope everyone enjoyed that extra hour of rest!
November holds deep meaning for us as Catholics. It is known as the Month of Remembrance, a time when we honor and pray for all souls who have gone before us. We began this month with the beautiful celebrations of All Saints’ Day (November 1) and All Souls’ Day (November 2). Throughout this sacred month, we are invited to reflect on the gift of eternal life and the hope we have in Christ’s promise of heaven.
This week, we were blessed to gather for our Second Grade Mass, which was absolutely wonderful. The students led us in prayer with reverence and joy, helping our school community enter more deeply into this month’s spirit of faith and remembrance.
As we continue through November, let us hold close the spirit of gratitude that this season brings. In our classrooms, on the playground, and within our homes, may we find daily reminders of God’s goodness and the blessings that surround us. I am deeply thankful for our wonderful students, dedicated staff, and supportive families who make our OLA community such a special place.
Week 31 in Ordinary Time
St Charles Borromeo
Romans 12:5-16. In you, Lord, I have found my peace – Ps 130(131). Luke 14:15-24.
Menu for a happy Christian life
Weddings and banquets take a lot of planning. Ask anyone who has had to figure out who would be willing to sit next to the grumpy old uncle who would rather be at home watching TV anyway. It’s no wonder that the man in today’s parable is upset when last-minute apologies start arriving, especially from someone who is more interested in oxen. But isn’t that the point? We are all full of excuses. We are endlessly distracted, sometimes by things that seem to demand instant attention. As someone said, we have forgotten how to distinguish between the urgent and the important. The poor, the crippled and the lame seem to understand better. St Paul’s Letter to the Romans is itself a banquet. In a few lines, today’s passage presents the whole menu for a happy Christian life: cheerfulness, hope, work, kindness, empathy, hospitality and grace. Every line asks us to look in the mirror for a moment. Does our faith influence the way we live?
Calendar Highlights
November 4th | Make Up Picture Day |
November 4th | APA Board Meeting 6pm-Via Zoom |
November 11th | No School - Veterans Day |
November 12th | Art Trek Training 8:15 am -10:45 am - Mulcahy |
November 14th | Works of Mercy - Local Adopted Family - $1 Non Uniform Dress |
November 19th - 21st | Parent Teacher Conferences - Noon Dismissal |
November 19th | Parent Hours Due- Please turn in to the office. |
November 24th - 28th | No School Thanksgiving Break |
December 1 | School Resumes |
Extended Day Care registration packets are available in the school office
📨 Contents of Weekly Brown Envelope
Please remove contents, complete and return any forms in the Brown Envelope - sign and return on Wednesday.
November Virtues Flyer
Virtue of the Month: Humility
Accepting your limitations and God-given talents
Humility is the foundation of all the other virtues. It allows us to see ourselves truthfully—as God sees us—without pride or false modesty. To be humble is to recognize both our strengths and our weaknesses, knowing that every gift we have is a blessing from God, given not for our glory but for His.
When we practice humility, we become more open to learning, to serving others, and to loving as Christ loves. Humility frees our hearts from selfishness and helps us rely on God’s grace in all that we do.
This month, our classrooms will walk with saints who modeled humility in inspiring ways:
✨ St. John the Baptist (TK–2):
John humbly prepared the way for Jesus, reminding everyone that he was not the Messiah but the one sent to announce His coming. His words, “He must increase; I must decrease,” show us the beauty of stepping aside so that Christ may shine through us.
🙏 St. Pio of Pietrelcina (Grades 3–5):
Known lovingly as Padre Pio, this humble Capuchin friar lived a life of prayer, simplicity, and compassion. Despite his miraculous gifts, Padre Pio always pointed others toward God, teaching that true greatness comes from obedience and love.
🌸 St. Thérèse of Lisieux (Grades 6–8):
Through her “Little Way,” St. Thérèse showed that holiness is found in doing small things with great love. Her humility was rooted in total trust in God’s mercy and in recognizing that even our smallest acts can be beautiful when done for Him.
As we learn from these saints, may we also grow in the virtue of humility—seeing ourselves truthfully, serving others joyfully, and giving glory to God in all things.
✝️ Prayer:
Lord, You are gentle and humble of heart. Teach us to see ourselves as You see us—to rejoice in our gifts, accept our weaknesses, and trust completely in Your grace. May we grow in humility this month, learning to love You and others with pure and faithful hearts. Amen.
Calling all candy lovers! As you know, this week is our candy drive for Operation Shoebox! Don't forget to bring in your extra Halloween candy by this Thursday, so that we can box it up and send it to the troops! We need your help to sort and box the candy, so please join us (parents and kids of all ages are welcome to help) this Thursday at 1:30PM in the Mulcahy Center directly after choir. It shouldn't take us very long with lots of volunteers, and the kids get a kick out of it!
Operation Shoebox Candy Sorting
Thursday 11/6 at 1:30PM
Mulcahy Center
Our Charleston Wrap Fundraiser kicks off this week! With over 2,500 gift ideas there is something for everyone on your holiday gift list! REGISTER online today at www.registercw.con and START SHARING with your family & friends via text, email, and social media. Our organization is Group #24996.
The school will earn 30-40% of all purchased (prices varying on items), and all items are shipped directly to purchasers. Please share with all your friends and family so OLA can earn as much holiday cheer as possible!
Fundraiser ends December 5th.
Exciting Announcement: Save the Date for OLA’s Annual Spring Gala & Auction- April 24, 2026 at Zachari Dunes!
The time has come to begin planning for our much-anticipated Spring Gala & Auction, happening on April 24, 2026. This wonderful event is built with the support of our entire community and is vital in raising funds to benefit our school family.
We invite anyone interested in helping make this event a success. Your contributions in the following areas would be greatly appreciated:
Event Planning
Decorations
Sponsorship Outreach
Auction Item Procurement
If you're interested in volunteering or would like to learn more, please contact us at apaboard@olaventura.org.
Thank you for your ongoing support and dedication to our school community!
🎵🎤Parent Hour Opportunity-Choir Practice Supervision-We are looking for parent volunteers to help supervise specific grades during group choir practice. Each parent will be assigned a grade to supervise. All volunteers must have current Virtus certification and fingerprinting on file with the school office. Please review the available slots below and click on the link below to sign up. Thank you!
📋 Parent Hours
🗓️ 1st Turn-In Day: Wednesday, November 19th
Please send any completed hours in the brown envelope. Hours will be recorded, and forms will be returned after Thanksgiving Break.
➡️ Hours turned in after November 19th will be recorded in March.
Parent Participation Hours Overview:
The Parent Participation Hours are self-reported. Tuition alone does not cover the cost of educating a child, and our Parent Participation Program helps ensure both strong family involvement and financial support for the school.
Each family is required to give 30 hours of service to the school according to the options listed on the Parent Agreement Form. Families may choose to donate the participation fee in lieu of service hours, up to a maximum of $450.
💳 Scrip Credit:
A maximum of 10 hours may be earned through Scrip purchases. (Every $200 in Scrip purchases = 1 hour of service.)
🗓️ Turn-In Dates for Parent Hours:
Wednesday, November 19th
Wednesday, March 4th
Wednesday, May 20th
(Blank forms are available in the school office.)
Sports at OLA
🏈Flag Football🏈
Day of the Week | Date | Opponent | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
Monday | 11/10/2025 | Ventura County Christian School | OLA |
All games begin at 3:30 pm
Come out and support the players and Goooo Dolphins!🐬
🏐 Girls Volleyball Update🏐
6th/7th Grade:
Day of the Week | Date | Opponent | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
Tuesday | 11/4/2025 | St. Mary Magdalen(2) | St. Mary Magdalen 2534 Ventura Blvd. Camarillo 93010 |
Thursday | 11/6/2025 | St. Anthony (1) | St. Anthony 2421 S. C St. Oxnard, Ca 93033 |
8th Grade:
Day of the Week | Date | Opponent | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
Tuesday | 11/4/25 | St. Anthony (2) | Our Lady of the Assumption |
All games start at 3:30 pm
Come out to cheer on our girls an show your Dolphin pride! Gooooo Dolphins!🐬
💙Thank you for supporting OLA Athletics - and as always.... GOOOOO DOLPHINS!🐬
📋Absent Reporting Reminder
If your child will be absent from school, please complete the Absent Reporting Form.
You can find the form:
On our OLA School App (tap the menu button)
On our school website under Quick Links
Submitting this form ensures that a daily report is generated and shared with teachers to they are aware of your child's absence.
✅Thank you for helping us keep our records accurate and our communication smooth!
The Assumption Parents Association (APA) Board is dedicated to supporting our school through event planning, fundraising, and fostering community throughout the year. We invite you to join in on the fun by attending one of our monthly meeting or by participating on a committee.
Have questions or want to get involved?
The APA meets on the 2nd Tuesday of each month at 6:00 pm at the school.
We'd love to see you there!
To learn more about ways you can support OLA and get involved, please reach out to us at: apaboard@olaventura.org
Together, we can make a difference in our students' experiences and our school community!
🎂Happy Birthday!
The digital marquee birthday flier is available in the school offie. Announce your child's next birthday on the OLA marquee! Announcement cost is $15
🕣School Office Hours
To best serve you, please note the time when the office is available for school business:
Morning Hours: 8:30 am - 12:00 pm
Afternoon Hours: 12:50 pm - 2:30 pm
After Dismissal: 3:00 pm - 3:30 pm
⏸️ Closed for Lunch: 12:00 pm - 12:50 pm
For safety and efficiency, we kindly ask that you do not come into the office during dismissal (2:30 - 3:00pm), as staff are focused on student pick-up.
If your child needs to leave early, please arrange pick-up before 12:00 pm or after 12:50 pm to avoid the office lunch closure.
Thank you for helping up keep the school day running smoothly!
Safeguard Training
OLA Dates: Coming Soon
Finger Printing
If you need to complete your fingerprinting through the Archdiocese, we have two upcoming opportunities available in Ventura:
Saturday, January 17th, 2026 at OLA School Hurley Hall. Appointments are required and can be made by calling the school office at 805-642-7198.
Please remember: All volunteers must be fingerprinted through the Archdiocese and have a current VIRTUS certificate on file with the school office.
