ACS Christmas Bazaar and Gift Auction

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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!

Thanksgiving Play

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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!

Cultural Day Evening Celebration

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Our Cultural Day Evening Celebration was truly unforgettable! We began with a prayer led by Father Ivan, grounding the night in gratitude and unity.

Our Ukrainian Dance Group opened the event with two beautiful traditional dances, and our students shined with pride and joy. The South Street Salsa Group of Milltown followed with high energy, giving students the chance to explore instruments, learn rhythms, and join a fun salsa class.

We ended on a spectacular note with ACS alumni Gio and Jeremy, who performed música típica with their Dominican band. Their lively performance filled the room with culture and community.

It was a wonderful evening of traditions, learning, and celebrating the many cultures that make our school so special.

8th Grade Ring Ceremony

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On Friday, Assumption Catholic School in Perth Amboy, NJ, the 8th Grade Class of 2026 celebrated the halfway mark to graduation by receiving their class rings. The rings were blessed after the Liturgy by Fr. Ivan Turyk and then presented to the students by the school’s principal, Mrs. Shumny.
During his homily, Fr. Ivan spoke about the symbolism of the rings and how they serve as a reminder of the students’ journey, their faith, and their commitment to live out the school motto:“To Love, To Know, To Serve God.” The principal also expressed how proud she and the eighth-grade teacher, Mrs.Jackson were of their soon-to-be graduates.
After posing for a group picture, the students and their families enjoyed a small breakfast celebration in the church hall. The students celebrated their accomplishments thus far and are looking forward to completing their final year at Assumption Catholic School

SingCon 2025 Gathers in Perth Amboy, NJ.

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Over 100 participants assembled to pray and learn more about their faith, their liturgical worship, and their church singing traditions at the intercontinental fifth annual Ukrainian Greco-Catholic Church Singing Conference, better known as SingCon, held in Perth Amboy, New Jersey,…