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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.

Today the ACS middle school team followed in their ancestor’s footsteps with a visit to the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island. Keeping with our historical theme  and following the Perth Amboy  walking tour, we enjoyed a boat ride, visiting with the Coast Guard and an afternoon of technology and discovery.  What a great field trip for teachers, chaperones and all the students! Stay tuned for next year’s excursions.

ACS honored our Blessed Virgin Mary on Friday, May 20th with our yearly Moleben, a service of intercession and supplication. The Moleben began with a procession of two students from each class and the Sodality placing flowers at the feet of Our Lady. This was followed by the Moleben service officiated by Fr. Ivan Turyk. Participating and lifting up their voices in praise and in song to our beloved Holy Mother was the faculty, students, and Sodality of the B.V.M

May is a busy month at ACS! On Thursday evening the Student Council coordinated the annual Spring Formal and they did a terrific job.  Laughter filled the party as students from grades fifth through eighth danced, ate and danced some more. Teachers came to chaperone and prepare snacks and all who attended had a great time!