OLA School Motto: "Anchored in Faith, We Learn, Serve, and Shine."
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......January 21, 2025
Welcome back! I hope all of our families enjoyed a restful and meaningful MLK Weekend, taking time to reflect on Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s message of service, justice, and love for one another. As we return to school, we do so with renewed purpose and gratitude for our shared mission as a Catholic school community.
We are especially excited as we look ahead to Catholic Schools Week, which begins next week. This is a joyful time for us to celebrate the many blessings of Catholic education—our faith-filled learning environment, our dedicated teachers and staff, our supportive families, and, most importantly, our wonderful students. Throughout the week, we will honor who we are, what we do, and the values that guide us each day.
Today, we also celebrate the feast of St. Agnes, a young saint whose courage and faith continue to inspire us. We admire the simple wisdom of St. Agnes, who reminds us that there are moments in life when compromise and moral ambiguity simply will not do. Her life encourages us to stand firm in our faith and values, even when it is difficult. As a school community, we pray for the strength and courage to live up to such moments when they arise.
We look forward to a meaningful and joyful week ahead as we prepare to celebrate Catholic Schools Week together.
Wednesday Week 2 of Ordinary Time
St Agnes
1 Samuel 17:32-33, 37, 40-51. Blessed be the Lord, my Rock! – Ps 143(144):1-2, 9-10. Mark 3:1-6.
Complexities of life
Jesus specialized in difficult questions. They had a paralyzing effect on people with more rigid minds who were trying to catch him out on a legalism.
I once overheard two men talking as they came out of Sunday Mass: ‘I hate it when they thank you for coming to Mass, when they know we will go to hell if we don’t.’ For people at Stage 3 of Kohlberg’s stages of moral development, keeping rules is the way to feel safe. Vatican II tried to open minds and hearts to the complexities of human life and moral questions. Pope Francis used synodality to help us listen to and learn from each other and be open to the workings of the Holy Spirit.
Jesus kept showing people that love was preeminent. Healing a man’s withered hand was a response to human need that came before keeping the law. There are so many ways we can respond as Jesus did.
Calendar Highlights
January 22 | Skating Plus Fundraiser 6-8:30pm |
January 24 | ALMS Monthly Beach Clean Up |
January 25-January 31 | Catholic School Week |
January 28 | All School Mass 9:30am |
January 29 | Open House 6:00pm-7:30pm |
February 4 | Art Trek Training 8:15am-10:45am Mulcahy |
February 10 | APA Board Meeting 6pm OLA School |
February 15 | OLA School Donut Sunday |
February 16 | No School-Presidents' Day |
February 18 | All School Mass 9:30am |
February 20 | No School-RE Congress |
Extended Day Care registration packets are available in the school office
📨 Contents of Weekly Brown Envelope
Works of Mercy Flyer
Please remove contents, complete and return any forms in the Brown Envelope - sign and return on Wednesday.
Virtue of the Month: Fidelity
Fidelity - Being faithful to promises and commitments
During the month of January, we focus on the virtue of Fidelity—remaining faithful to God, to our commitments, and to one another in both joyful and challenging moments. Fidelity calls us to live with integrity, to keep our promises, and to trust in God’s plan for our lives.
As we grow in this virtue, we are reminded that faithfulness is not only shown in great acts, but also in the small, daily choices to love, serve, and persevere.
To help our students grow in this virtue, each grade group will walk with a special saint whose life beautifully reflects faithfulness.
Saint Focus by Grade Level
Grades TK–2: St. Cecilia
Our youngest students will learn from St. Cecilia, who loved God with great joy. She teaches us that being faithful means praying, singing God’s praises, and choosing kindness and obedience each day. Like St. Cecilia, our youngest learners are encouraged to show their love for God through joyful hearts and gentle actions.
Grades 3–5: Blessed Luigi and Maria Beltrame Quattrocchi
Students in grades 3–5 will walk with Blessed Luigi and Maria Beltrame Quattrocchi, a married couple who lived fidelity through their love for God and their family. Their lives remind students that faithfulness is shown by helping at home, being responsible, and caring for others. Through their example, students learn that living faithfully means loving God and serving others in everyday life.
Grades 6–8: St. Gianna Beretta Molla
Our middle school students will be inspired by St. Gianna Beretta Molla, a wife, mother, and physician who lived fidelity with courage and deep faith. St. Gianna teaches our older students that being faithful means standing up for what is right, respecting life, and trusting God even when faced with difficult choices. Her life encourages students to live with integrity, compassion, and commitment.
May these saints guide our students as they grow in fidelity, strengthening their relationship with God and one another throughout the month of January.
Happy January, ALMS! This month, we have a lot of exciting things happening in honor of Catholic Schools Week coming later this month. Stay tuned for a separate email with details about our:
- Warm Clothes Drive - Happening all month long
- Kids Clothing Drive - January 26th-29th
- Check here for more details if you are too excited to wait for the next email: ALMS Community Outreach and Volunteer Opportunities - Google Docs
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 parent hours along the way!
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!
Boys and Girls Basketball
Practice is underway!!
Boys will practice Mondays and Wednesday from 3-4
Girls will practice Tuesdays from 3-4 and Thursdays from 12-1;30-bring a lunch.
All players planning to participate must attend and should come prepared with:
PE clothes
Tennis shoes
Water bottle
Game Schedules
Boys Basketball:
Games begin January 26, 2026
Game days: Mondays and Wednesdays
Girls Basketball:
Games begin January 27, 2026
Game days: Tuesdays and Thursdays
If you have any questions or need additional information, please contact the school office at 805-642-7198 or olaoffice@olaventura.org.
We look forward to a great season and appreciate your continued support!
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!
OLA School Spirit Wear is Here!
Celebrate your OLA School pride with new spirit wear through Proforma. Adult and child t-shirts and sweatshirts are now available for non-uniform dress and pre-planned spirit days.
Spirit wear cannot be worn as regular school or PE uniform.
The first OLA School Spirit Day will be during Catholic Schools Week 1/25/26-1/31/26. Order your spirit wear by 1/9/26 to have your spirit wear before the big day!
OLA Spirit Wear Store
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!
