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The third day of Catholic Schools Week concluded with our joyful Faith, Family, Fun Day. We began with a beautiful morning liturgy, where parents and grandparents joined us in prayer. A special highlight was the inspiring homily by Fr. Ivan, who emphasized that at the heart of Catholic education is not simply academic excellence—important as it is—but something even greater: the formation of the whole person. At Assumption School, children not only learn how to live in the world, but also why they live and for whom they live.

The celebration continued in the school auditorium with a heartfelt presentation by the Sisters, followed by a Sodality spiritual performance, “Devotion to the Seven Sorrows of Mary.” To top it all off, we ended the morning with three exciting games of Bingo! A heartfelt thank you to Mr. and Mrs. Baginsky for organizing such a fun event, and to our FSA Board members for providing delicious cake and coffee for our teachers.

Thank you to everyone who helped make this week so special. Catholic Schools Week is a beautiful reminder of the faith, family, and community that make our school truly extraordinary.

In this special newsletter, I would like to highlight some of the many joys and graces we shared together in 2025 at Assumption Catholic Parish and School in Perth Amboy, New Jersey.

I am joyful to say that it has been a fantastic year filled with special visits, projects, and activities. Our parish is thriving, and we warmly welcome you to be part of our parish family.

This evening, our ACS community gathered for our Annual Christmas Concert, a beautiful celebration of faith, talent, and togetherness.

In her opening, our Principal reminded us of our school’s mission to know, to love, and to serve God, and how tonight’s concert brought that mission to life through music, prayer, and joy. She warmly welcomed Father Ivan, our Sisters, teachers, parents, and friends, and gave special thanks to our students whose dedication and talents shone so brightly on stage.

As we prepare for Christmas, we were invited to reflect on the great gift of Jesus — God’s love made visible to us — and to carry that love into our homes and communities with peace, hope, and gratitude.

The evening concluded beautifully with Father Ivan, who shared a heartfelt message on the true meaning of Christmas and reminded us of the importance of coming together in church as a faith community.

Thank you to everyone who joined us and helped make this evening so special. Especially our music teacher, Ms. Lawrence!

The Christmas spirit was truly felt by all, and everyone enjoyed the spirited music sung by our beautiful students.

God bless you all, and we hope you have a very Merry Christmas!

We are incredibly proud of our students — enjoy a few highlights from the concert below!

Congratulations to Assumption School’s Senior Drama Club on their wonderful performance of Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer.

The cast brought festive joy to the stage, showcasing months of dedication and rehearsals. Under the skilled direction of Mrs. Pickering and Miss Sam Shumny, our students performed with confidence and professionalism. Thank you to the backstage crew, volunteers, and our Family School Association for making this production such a success.

Our students were simply amazing!

St. Nicholas has been a tradition at ACS for decades! This year, St. Nicholas visited Assumption students and teachers, filling our school with happiness and joy. Presents were shared, smiles were everywhere, and the junior drama group delighted everyone with a beautiful play about his humble and generous life.

 

A heartfelt thank you to Mrs. Derevenska and Mrs. Bielak for keeping this cherished tradition alive and meaningful for our community! Jr Drama WOW! Terrific job!

Thank you to everyone who worked, volunteered, donated, cooked, baked, wrapped, set up, cleaned up—and to everyone who attended our Christmas Bazaar! It truly takes an entire community, and YOU made it unforgettable.

 

Because of your generosity and hard work, all proceeds will go directly toward keeping our tuition affordable and maintaining and improving our building for our students.

 

We are so grateful for the love and support you show ACS year after year.

Thank you for being part of our amazing community! 

 

How much did we profit? Drum roll please….. about $40,000

The ACS Christmas Bazaar and Gift Auction held today was a tremendous success.

This annual FSA fundraiser is a favorite of students, parents, and parishioners, and is a wonderful way to enjoy family time while supporting our school. The beautiful auction prizes, children’s games, face painting, vendors, crafts, and delicious food all added to the festivities, leaving attendees smiling.

A very heartfelt thank you to the FSA board members who spent months preparing for this day. From promoting the Virtual Bazaar to running around during the actual event — you are amazing, and we are blessed to have you serving on our school team!

The ACS Junior Drama Club, made up of enthusiastic 3rd and 4th grade students, brought history to life this week with their heartwarming performance of “The First Thanksgiving.” Presented just before the school’s annual Thanksgiving Feast, the play gave families, teachers, and students a joyful glimpse into one of America’s earliest stories of community and gratitude.

Thank you Mrs. Bielak and Mrs. Derevenska for leading these fantastic actors!