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Congratulations to the pre-k class who participated in the stepping up ceremony at ACS on Tuesday June 7th. Congratulations, too, to their teacher Miss Julie Salamon for an excellent year! Family and friends gathered to support the pre-k class and to celebrate their successful school year. The children sang some of their favorite songs and showed their families some things they’ve learned in school this year. Afterwards everyone enjoyed a relaxing breakfast and enjoyed each other’s company. The pre-k class is well prepared for kindergarten and they are looking forward to coming back to ACS in September!

Early this week the sixth grade class at ACS presented their Wonders of the World projects.  Each student had to write a report, create a 3 dimensional replica of the wonder they selected and give a presentation to the class.   From Ancient Wonders to Modern Wonders, the students went above and beyond in their research and creativity!

The class ended this year’s Social Studies curriculum of ancient civilization studies by having a cultural celebration, trying new foods from different cultures and enjoying each other’s company. 

June is buzzing with activities in Assumption Catholic School. On June 7th the glee club and junior drama groups, comprised of third, fourth, and fifth grade students, presented "A Disney Revue." Three lively songs started the show followed by shortened versions of "Peter Pan" and "Snow White." The students under direction of Mrs. Lawrence are certainly accomplished performers! It was wonderful that so many friends and family members were able to join us for this special performance. A receptive audience of family and friends enjoyed the evening which was filled with fine performances and colorful costumes and scenery. Bravo.

ACS would like to congratulate the Kindergarten Class of 2016 on their graduation! In a ceremony held on the evening of June 6th, families gathered to watch kindergarteners graduate from our school. The students held a processional march into the auditorium in their caps and gowns, and then sang songs and recited poems. After the program, the students and parents offered tributes to their wonderful teacher Mrs. D. Thanks was also expressed to the music teacher Miss Anna Lawrence for sharing her music skills and teaching kindergarteners the great songs for the program. We wish all the families who entrusted their kindergarteners to us this year the very best! And we look forward to welcoming a great many of you back next year as the children embark on the next leg of their educational journey with us,  elementary school.

Our best wishes are extended to our 24 school graduates this year. From preschool to eighth grade we have watched our students blossom into mature, handsome and beautiful boys and girls. On June 4, 2016 after celebrating the Divine Liturgy of Thanksgiving, the diplomas and awards were presented to students of Assumption Catholic School in Perth Amboy, NJ for academic achievements and outstanding recognition. On this special day, all of the hard work and effort of individual students were recognized. Special thanks go to our school’s FSA for preparing a delicious breakfast for the graduates and their parents.

The Class of 2016 hosted a graduation dinner for the Class of 2017 that included some fun entertainment. After the seventh grade welcomed the graduating class with a memorable dinner, the Class 2016 ended the evening by reading their Last Will and Testament. Our special thanks go  to the 7th grade teacher Mrs. Donna Vattelana for preparing a very good program of recitations, songs, and speeches.

This is a video about Ukrainian American life in Manhattan that includes our Ukrainian dance instructor (Yarko Dobrianskyj) in a large role. It is a TV show produced by NYC public television. It has aired on tv at least three times.

The ACS Family and School Association treated the Class of 2016 to a dinner cruise on the Cornucopia Cruise Line ship.  It has been a tradition at ACS that the graduating class is given a going away, all expenses paid going away event to remember. This year, the graduates enjoyed an elegant dinner and danced the night away. We wish the ACS Class of 2016 many blessings as they begin their high school journey.

Another successful school year is coming to an end and we would like to take this opportunity to thank our wonderful FSA executive board. FSA board members and its president Mr. Sean R. Daly have provided excellent leadership and support to the the school staff and administration, and most importantly to the students at ACS. We are very thankful for your support and we look forward to next year.

Assumption Catholic School’s Ukrainian Dance Group “Reechka” performed at the FSA meeting. Thanks to the students for all their hard work, and thanks to Yarko Dobriansky and Miss Anna Lawrence for theirs guidance and faith in the students’ abilities.