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.
OLA School Motto: "Anchored in Faith, We Learn, Serve, and Shine."
From the Desk of the Principal......November 12, 2025
A Thanksgiving Message for Our OLA Families
As we prepare to celebrate Thanksgiving, our hearts are filled with gratitude for the many blessings within our OLA community. We are especially thankful for our wonderful students, whose joy and curiosity brighten each day, and for our dedicated families, whose partnership, faith, and support make our school a place where children thrive.
This season reminds us to pause and reflect on God’s abundant goodness. May your homes be filled with peace, laughter, and moments of togetherness. We pray that this Thanksgiving brings renewal, rest, and the warmth of family and friends.
From all of us at OLA, we wish you a blessed and beautiful Thanksgiving!
Week 33 in Ordinary Time
Dedication of the Basilicas of Ss Peter and Paul
2 Maccabees 6:18-31. The Lord upholds me – Ps 3:2-7. Luke 19:1-10.
Spiritual beacons
Today in the celebration of the Dedication of the basilicas of Saints Peter and Paul. We not only remember the architectural monuments but mainly that they are spiritual beacons. These basilicas were built on the tombs of the saints.
Peter, a humble fisherman chosen by Christ, and Paul, a tireless missionary, steadfast in faith and passionate about spreading the word of Christ. I remember being in the Cathedral in New York, at the midday celebration where Cardinal Dolan told us it was the anniversary of the laying of the cornerstone of the Cathedral. Yes, it was celebrating the actual laying of the stone, but it was the laying of the foundations of the thousands of Catholics who would gather in downtown New York – the place where dreams are made.
In our time, when faith is often challenged, this feast encourages us to stand firm like Peter, to proclaim boldly like Paul, and to remain planted in the Church that continues God’s mission today.
Calendar Highlights
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 |
December 5 | 1st Trimester Awards Assembly 1pm in the Church |
December 8 | All School Mass 9:30am |
December 9 | APA Board Meeting 6pm OLA School |
December 12 | Barnes & Noble Bookfair |
December 12 | Urbane Cafe Fundraiser |
December 16 | Christmas Program 6pm in the Church |
December 19 | Noon Dismissal-Christmas Break |
December 22-January 5 | No School-Christmas Break |
January 6 | 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.
Barnes & Noble Gift Card Flyer
Raiseright Holiday Gift Card Flyer
Virtue of the Month: HumilityAccepting 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.
Remember, if you are a parent, faculty member, friend, or student of OLA, you are part of ALMS! This is our school’s ministry—our way of sharing faith through service and community. Giving back is fun, strengthens our parish, and helps our city… plus, you can earn parenthours along the way!
Our Charleston Wrap Fundraiser is going strong! With over 2,500 gift ideas there is something for everyone on your holiday gift list! REGISTER online today at www.registercw.com 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: Tomorrow, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
Wednesday | 12-3-2025 | Championship Game | OLA |
All games begin at 3:30 pm
Come out and support the players and Goooo Dolphins!🐬
🏐 Girls Volleyball Update🏐
Both the 6/7 and 8th grade teams have completed the season. Both teams played hard, built friendships and had fun.
Thank you to all our volunteer coaches for their time and dedication to the team: Mrs. Montgomery, Mrs. Cerezo, Mr. Miller and Mrs. Padilla.
We also wan tot thank all our parent volunteers for helping with judging, score keeping and driving. We couldn't do it without you!
💙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.
