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September 11, 2001 is a day that will forever be remembered as one of the saddest days for the United States of America. It is the day that our country suffered from an attack that shook us to the core. As the years have moved on, we as a country take the time each year to pause and reflect on the changes that have been forced upon our daily lives. In that reflection our faith helps us to have the hope for the change that can make the world a better place.

Today our ACS community gathered as they do every morning for prayers. The eighth grade Class of 2018 gave a short presentation on the events of September 11, 2001, followed by a prayer for Patriot Day, which this day of remembrance is now called. Hopefully, as time continues to pass, the next generations will also remember what happened so many years ago. Hopefully, they will choose to overcome hate through actions of peace and kindness. God bless America!

The vision of the Ukrainian Catholic Bishops over a half century ago led to the establishment of Assumption Catholic School in Perth Amboy NJ that currently is the largest elementary Ukrainian Catholic School in America. Over the years, thousands of students have called the school their second home and with their parents, created many positive memories. Among the many gratifying moments is when alumni return to register their own children to give them the Assumption Catholic experience.

On September 6, 2017 for the 54th time the ACS welcomed back returning and many new students. Students were welcomed by their teachers and a new principal Mrs. Lissette Shumny, who started her first year as ACS principal. An energy of excitement and anticipation buzzed on the school grounds as the students, fresh-faced in their crisp uniforms reunited with friends and shook off any lingering first-day jitters. ACS IS SO  proud and excited to launch the 2017-2018 school year with our incredibly talented and dedicated teaching staff and  ongoing support and partnership of Assumption parish. ACS is a small parochial school administered by the Roman Catholic Diocese of Metuchen, the Ukrainian Catholic Archeparchy of Philadelphia and the Ukrainian Catholic Church of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary. AdvancEd accredited, the school provides a Christ-centered, Catholic environment to a diverse population of pre-kindergarten (age 4) through 8thgrade students. Before Care and After Care are available.
Registration is ongoing throughout the school year.

To receive more information about the school, call 732-826-8721, visit www.assumptioncatholicschool.net or https://www.facebook.com/Assumption-Catholic-School-370915236323601/

Teachers and principals of the Diocese of Metuchen marked the opening of a new academic year with a Mass for Catholic School Teachers celebrated by Bishop James F. Checchio on August 29, 2017. Our parish school was well represented at this special ceremony.

Although school won’t start until next week, the sounds of teachers  filled the air at ACS as they gathered for the First Faculty Meeting on August, 31st. The teachers enjoyed ‘family’ atmosphere set by a new Principal Mrs. Lissette Shumny. She greeted the teachers, thanked them for their work and asked them to continue growing in their professional performance.  She also reminded everyone that ACS has always been a school filled with professionals who care deeply about the kids and families they serve. Fr. Ivan Turyk, Pastor and Chief Administrator greeted all teachers and thanked them for making a commitment to Catholic Education. He also reminded them that they set an example by their actions, not only in the classroom, but in their lives.

This fall the Diocese of Metuchen welcomes seven new and eager principals to their team and Mrs. Shumny is one of them.  The new principal’s orientation day was spent collaborating on curriculum, procedures and the importance of Catholic Schools in the community.  The full day workshop was very informative and will be beneficial to all the new principals.  May God continue to give them strength and patience as they prepare to start the new school year.

The principal and administration of Assumption Catholic School are happy to announce the hiring of Mrs. Patricia Cooper as the new third grade teacher. Mrs. Cooper is a graduate of Monmouth University and has her New Jersey State Elementary and Students with Disabilities Certification. She also anticipates being a Highly Qualified Middle School Mathematics teacher by the end of the year. She comes to ACS with a wealth of knowledge from both corporate America and the public school sector. If you had the opportunity to meet her at our Meet and Greet, you will agree she is a great asset to ACS.  We know she join our team in continuing to strive for excellence in our student’s academic, social and most importantly, religious development. Please join us in welcoming Mrs. Cooper to our ACS family.

On Tuesday, August 8th the Assumption Catholic School playground was buzzing and quaking!  All ACS families and many new perspective families were welcomed to come and meet the new Principal, Mrs Shumny.  

The evening started with a FSA sponsored uniform exchange followed by the New Parent Orientation meeting and ended with the Meet and Greet outside.  Over a hundred parents and students came to say hello and wish Mrs Shumny well in her new role.  The new Principal discussed future plans and goals for the school with new parents and gave several tour of the building to prospective families.  All who came enjoyed ice cream served by our fantastic teachers and had fun with the amazing petting zoo animals from The Friendly Farmyard!  The very interactive petting zoo had bunnies, goats, ducks and even chickens!  The children enjoyed feeding and playing with the animals very much and of course the ice cream treat!

The faculty at ACS is thrilled that eight new students registered at the event and looks forward to welcoming our new families and a successful school year.

ACS’s primary grades have received their first delivery of Science equipment. These resources will assist student’s in their research and laboratory studies including our new STEM initiative. The science lab will  be fully stocked with equipment and teacher’s are busy planning for the upcoming school year!