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May all Principals recognize the God-given responsibility they have for the best interests of the children who attend Catholic schools in the Diocese of Metuchen. May they walk in wisdom, integrity, grace, and truth” (Proverbs 2:1-11). Let us join together in thanksgiving, rejoicing in prayer, and thanking God for the gift ACS Principal to all of us.

This year, ACS is proud to offer a Saturday Academy Program in preparation for the HS placement exam.  Our goal is to maximize the number of students entering into accelerated programs in both math and language arts prior to their entrance into high school. This includes preparation for the Catholic High Schools Entrance Test, as well as the Vocational Schools Coop Exam. This program is designed to provide additional support and interventions for students who may benefit from acquiring testing strategies, breaking down word problems, and challenging questions, etc. to ensure a successful placement outcome.  ACS is committed to our student’s success!

A luncheon was held welcoming Mrs. Lissette D Shumny following the 9 a.m. Divine Liturgy on Sunday, October 9, 2017. Church members enjoyed a delicious Ukrainian homemade borscht and pyrohys, topped off by dessert cake provided by parish children. Fr. Ivan Turyk greeted parishioners and remarked, “It is my great pleasure to introduce to you the new principal of Assumption School, Mrs. Shumny. I kindly ask that you keep her in your prayers asking the Lord to bless her in our efforts at the parish and school.”. Mrs. Shumny told stories about her family, shared her vision for integrating STEM-based curriculum and displayed her enthusiasm for the 2017-18 school year. She also mentioned that she was overwhelmed by the turn out and a very warm welcome.

Students from grades 5 through 8 at ACS joined together with Mrs. Vattelana to form a new club that meets on alternate Thursdays called, Senior Stackers.  This week was our introduction to the sport where we
learned all about the procedures of competition and began practicing.  If you would like to join in the stacking fun see Mrs. Vattelana.  Keep Stacking!

ACS students from kindergarten through eighth grade arrived at the Woodbridge Bowling Center to begin a new year of bowling. The older, more experienced students enthusiastically showed off their skills to some newcomers to the sport. If the first day is an indicator of the rest of the year, ACS is going to have a fun bowling season.

This week through the Clean Communities Middlesex County Commission, ACS students welcomed The Grand Falloon! Professor Winkleburger and friends came with their song and dance routine to not only entertain, but to teach our children about garbage and recycling.   The Grand Falloons is dedicated to building passion in children to love the earth and take care of their environment.   They focus on Earth Science and really teach our kids about the importance of all their actions when using water, discarding garbage and preventing waste. They stated the following: "We believe it is our job to build a passion for the subject matter in our young audience helping to start them on a life long journey with an awareness of limited resources and their part in nature is balance."   The Grand Falloons are always welcomed at ACS!

On Friday, October 5, 2017 the smell of barbecue drifted through the Assumption Catholic School neighborhood. The faculty was hosting its annual Back to School Barbecue. They offered a delicious variety of meats and salads. Choices ranged from a simple hot dog to tasty grill chicken. It was an enjoyable afternoon of food, fun and fellowship with friends and ACS family.Thanks to our teachers, who organized the event, field trips for our students will cost a little less this year. We hope those that attended had a great time!

First graders are excited to have Monday off for Columbus Day, but they also had fun learning about Christopher Columbus. They listened to a story about Christopher Columbus and made necklaces to remember his three ships.

The fantastic first grade is working so hard! I was impressed to see their writing prompt and to see them all on task.  Ms. Salamon was busy helping with guidance but all the students were writing and collaborating to finish their writing pieces.  Our first grade is on their way to being outstanding writers!  Way to go first grade!