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Today the seventh graders and their teachers whipped up 200 beef and pizza empanadas as a fundraiser! The whole class worked together to prepare and distribute the student’s empanada orders. They will use their profit towards their end of year farewell party for the Class of 2016. Congratulations on excellent team work!

The field trip was a success, with students visiting the exhibits for children of all ages, making it a fun place for our students to expand their understanding of science.

The entire ACS sixth grade class has entered the 20th Annual National Poetry Contest! The class voted and agreed they would enter the contest as a whole group. They have a chance at winning a classroom computer, tablet or school shopping spree gift card, yet, they were more excited at the chance of having their poems published!

The middle school at ACS enjoyed an excellent presentation from one of our very own missionaries, Anali.  Our seventh grader spent seven days in a school in Haiti.  She worked directly with children in a school along with her father and sister, Amarilis (ACS class of ’14). They were in charge of teaching lessons and coordinating recreational activities.

We commend our student on her dedication to this mission and we will continue to pray for the children in The Child of Jesus  School in Haiti.

Seventeen children of the Assumption School and parish had First Confession on Friday, May 13, and received First Solemn Holy Communion on Sunday, May 15, 2016. As a parish community celebration, the day was as usual a huge success. Our pastor Fr. Ivan Turyk delivered a homily just for children as they gathered in a church for this special day. We would like to congratulate the children and their parents. Thank you all for you…r cooperation with the school and parish catechists throughout the entire year of catechesis and in the busy final days of preparation and rehearsals. Thank you to Sr. Yosaphata, MSMG for many years of commitment and dedication in preparing the children for First Confession and First Solemn Holy Communion, providing not only the necessary knowledge but, above all, sharing your faith with the children and parents. Special thanks go to our school’s FSA for preparing a delicious breakfast for our children and their families.

We gathered two students from each grade for this picture showing off our new chromebooks. These chromebooks add to the technology already in use by our students. Technology, used properly, has made learning easier for many students at ACS and we want all our students to stay comfortable with the latest technology. Thanks to our Principal Mr. S for acquiring funds for this project.

Cloudy skies and cool temperatures did not dampen the enthusiasm of fourth and fifth grade students as they toured East Jersey Old Town in Piscataway. Guided by Mrs. Flynn and Mr. Mike, students toured the Runyon House, Indian Queen Tavern, Dunn House, Church of the Three Mile Run, and Smalleytown School House. It was a great educational experience. After the tour students completed a map of the village. With all they learned, students now have a new appreciation for living in the 21st century!

Jobs of the Future Expo was held at Assumption Catholic School on Thursday, April 28th , 2016. From third grade on, students can and have set their minds on a future career, which is why ACS feels it is important to start early when directing them toward options in the science, technology, engineering, medicine or art. Our 7th and 8th graders had an opportunity to research many interesting jobs, as well as gain information that may shape their future… careers. Prior to the Jobs of the Future EXPO, students have written letters of invitation to professional people in many career fields who came to the event and evaluated every presenter. The Expo was a great success due to the time and effort volunteered by the 7th grade teacher Mrs. Shumny, all of the presenters and teachers volunteers. Thank you all for taking the time to be a part of this great event.

Students were visited by the NED show on Thursday, April 28, 2016.  This anti-bullying presentation captivated our students and reminded them to
N – never give up, E- encourage others, D- do your best every day.
Students can buy yo-yo’s and the proceeds will pay for another school to be visited by the NED show, teaching our students to pay it forward!

The faculty and principal spent a beautiful morning at St. Alfonso Retreat House in Long Branch. The teachers enjoyed two spiritually uplifting discussions on the Church and Ukrainian Rite led by Father Paul Makar. Father Paul is the priest at St. Michaels Ukrainian Catholic Church in Cherry Hill, as well as an alumni of Assumption Catholic School, class of ’86.  The teachers were able to receive the sacrament of penance and also enjoyed a prayer service outside in front of the icon of the Blessed Mother.  It was a rejuvenating morning filled with prayer, learning and fellowship.