Mission Statement ~ Our Lady of the Assumption School commits based on catholic values sand academic excellence in a caring and safe atmosphere in partnership with the family and parish community.
From the Desk of the Principal~ April 14, 2026
We would like to begin by recognizing the tremendous work of our APA Board in planning, organizing, and bringing to life our Annual Auction & Dinner. Their dedication, time, and leadership made this event truly special for our entire community. We are deeply grateful for their commitment to OLA!
What a wonderful time we had at our Annual Auction & Dinner! It was so special to see our community come together, enjoying the evening and supporting our school with such generosity and spirit. Thank you to everyone who attended, donated, volunteered, and helped make the event a success—we are truly grateful!
This morning, our 6th grade students set off for Outdoor School, where they will have the opportunity to learn, explore, and build lasting friendships. We keep them in our prayers for a safe, enriching, and memorable experience.
We are also proud to share exciting news from the Missionary Childhood Association Christmas Artwork Contest for the 2025–2026 school year. Our school has one local finalist—Samara Rodriguez (2nd Grade). Her artwork will go on to represent the Archdiocese of Los Angeles at the national level of the competition.
We will keep you informed if any local finalists are named national winners among the more than 10,000 entries received by the National Office.
Congratulations, Samara! We are so proud of you! 🎨✨
Tuesday of the 4th week of Eastertide
Today’s Readings & St. Peter Chanel
Acts 11:19–26
Psalm 86 (87): “All you nations, praise the Lord.”
John 10:22–30
Today’s readings center on the comforting and powerful image of Jesus as the Good Shepherd. In the Gospel, Jesus reminds us that we belong to Him, just as He belongs to the Father. This deep sense of belonging offers us peace, protection, and guidance. As His sheep, we are known, loved, and held securely in His care.
In a world that can sometimes feel uncertain, we are reminded that Christ is our safe shelter—the gentle hand that leads us, protects us, and calls us by name. We are invited to listen for His voice and to trust in His loving care.
We also see in the early Church how the community in Antioch became a place of belonging, where followers of Jesus were first called Christians. Like them, we are called to build communities rooted in faith, love, and welcome.
🌿 St. Peter Chanel – A Missionary Shepherd
Today we remember St. Peter Chanel, a priest and missionary whose life beautifully reflects the image of the loving shepherd. As a young boy in France, he worked as a shepherd, and later answered God’s call to serve as a priest and missionary.
Driven by his deep love for Jesus, Mary, and the people he served, St. Peter Chanel traveled to the South Pacific to share the Gospel. His kindness, patience, and unwavering faith touched many lives, even in the face of great challenges.
St. Peter Chanel reminds us that:
We are called to care for others with gentleness and love
True leadership is rooted in service
Sharing our faith is an act of love
May today’s readings and the example of St. Peter Chanel inspire us to listen to the voice of our Good Shepherd and to be instruments of His love in our school and community.
Calendar Highlights
May 5 | All School Mass-9:30am-May Crowning |
May 11 | All School Mass-8am-First Holy Communion |
May 12 | APA Board Meeting-6pm-OLA School |
May 13 | Art Trek Training-8:15am-10:45am-Mulcahy |
May 15 | No School-Deanery Meeting |
May 17 | OLA School Donut Sunday |
Extended Day Care registration packets are available in the school office
📨 Contents of Weekly Brown Envelope
Save our floors!! We are in need of gently used Tennis Balls to protect our floors. We are offering 1 parent hour for 20 tennis balls.
Re-Registration for the 2026-2027 school year is now open. Please complete the re-registration form and return it to the school office even if you are not planning on returning. This information helps us fill open spots with students on the waitlist.
Forms are due by Wednesday, April 29th. Please contact the school office with any questions.
🍩 Donut Sunday – Volunteer Opportunity
We invite our OLA families to join in building community and fellowship by helping host Donut Sunday on May 17th in partnership with ALMS/OLA.
This is a wonderful opportunity to serve, connect with other families, and support our parish in a simple but meaningful way. Your time and participation help create a welcoming environment for all!
Please consider signing up using the link below:
👉 https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C094CACAC22A0FFC70-63789773-donut
Thank you for your continued generosity and support of our school and parish community!
🌞 Save the Date – Vacation Bible Camp
Mark your calendars! OLA Church will be hosting Vacation Bible Camp this summer:
📅 July 13–17 & July 20–24
⏰ 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
💲 $50 per week
More information will be coming soon, but we encourage families to save the dates for this wonderful opportunity for faith, fun, and fellowship for our children.
For any questions, please contact the parish office.
We look forward to a joyful summer together! 🌻✝️
OLA Dolphins & ALMS Group Pay It Forward Day-On April 28th OLA Dolphins along with our ALMS Group will participate in a worldwide event encouraging everyone to perform acts of kindness. Student council will be helping students make a kindness chain.
School Uniforms by Tommy Hilfiger, our school uniform provider, is offering a school uniform promotion this week. 15% off all uniforms this week.
The promo code at checkout: APRSLE26EM. Please note that that promo code will ONLY work during these days of the promotion: April 13 - 20.
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 so they are aware of your child's absence.
✅ Thank you for helping us keep our records accurate ad our communication smooth!
Show Your Dolphin Pride!
Celebrate you OLA School spirit with new spirit wear available through Proforma! Adult and child t-shirts and sweatshirts are not on sale and my be worn on non-uniform days, pre-planned spirits days , and PE DAYS!
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 on of our monthly meetings 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 office. 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
⏯️ for Lunch 12:00 pm - 12:50 pm
for safety and efficiency, we kindly ask that you do to come into the office during dismissal (2:30 - 3;00pm). as staff are focused on student pick-up.
If you child needs to leave early, please arrange pick-up before 12:00pm or after 12:50pm to avoid the office lunch closure.
Thank you for helping us keep the school day running smoothly!
Safe Guard the Children Training
OLA Dates:
Fingerprinting: May 2, 2026 at OLA Church. Please call for an appointment- 805-642-7966
Protecting God's Children:
June 6, 2026 at 9 am please call to reserve a spot: 805-642-7966
