Volume 6/Issue 26 Assumption Life Feb. 19, 2025
Our Mission
We are Assumption Catholic School, a ministry of the Church of the Assumption. As a diverse community, we excel in academics and model Christ where each individual is safe, nurtured, respected, and treasured.
Together we pray
A Familiar Prayer – (J. G. St. Clair Drake) – 1940
Oh Lord, we come this morning knee bowed and body bent before thy throne of grace. We come this morning Lord, like empty pitchers before a full fountain, realizing that many who are better by nature than we are by practice, have passed into the great beyond and yet you have allowed us your humble servants to plod along just few days longer here in this howling wilderness. We thank thee Lord that when we arose this morning, our bed was not a cooling board, and our sheet was not a winding shroud. We are not gathered here for form or fashion, but we come in our humble way to serve thee. … And when I have done prayed my last prayer and sung my last song, and when I’m done climbing the rough side of the mountain, when I come down to tread the steep and prickly banks of Jordan, meet me with thy rod and staff and bear me safely over. All these things I ask in Jesus’ name, world without end, Amen.
As a Catholic community, we lift Pope Francis in prayer, asking for his continued healing and strength as he recovers.
Together we can
Special Time
Schedule special time that is different from regular time.
1) Take the phone off the hook.
2) Take turns choosing an activity you both enjoy from a list you have brainstormed together.
3) Age Guidelines:
- 2-6 years old: 10 min./day
- 7-12: at least 30 min./week
- 13 and older: once a month something your teen can't resist
Virtue of the week
Magnificence
Definition: Undertaking great things, using money, time, and talents to their full potential.
Magnificence Looks Like:
Using your talents for good
Magnificence Sounds Like:
Let's build a house for a family in need.
Practicing magnificence:
- I give my all to whatever I’m doing.
- I undertake projects or activities that will use my gifts positively.
- I use my time constructively.
Prayer:
Dear Jesus, help me to see the gifts you have given me, to be grateful for them, and to develop and use them well. Please give me the courage to step out of my comfort zone and confidently share my gifts, not for my own glory, but for Yours, and the good of others.
Amen.
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Free Dress February Birthdays
2/20/2025
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PTG Social
2/20/2025, 7 PM – 8 PM
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Assumption Family Crab Feed
2/22/2025
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Choir Sponsored Mass
2/23/2025, 10 AM – 11 AM
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2:00 PM Dismissal
2/26/2025
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International Day
3/3/2025
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Mardi Gras Free Dress
3/4/2025
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School Board Meeting
3/4/2025, 6:30 PM – 8 PM
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2:00 PM Dismissal
3/5/2025
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All Schools Mass
3/5/2025, 8:30 AM – 10 AM
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Grade 7 - Building Faith Community Series
3/6/2025, 9:50 AM – 11:20 AM
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Grade 8 Transition Retreat Pre-Visit
3/6/2025, 1:15 PM – 2:45 PM
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Grade 8 Transition Retreat Training
3/6/2025, 3:30 PM – 7 PM
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TK Field Trip to Bay Area Discovery Museum
3/7/2025
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PTG Coffee Social at Morning Assembly
3/7/2025
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STAR T2 Testing Window Ends
3/7/2025
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Parish Eat, Pray, Give Soup/Stations
3/7/2025, 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM
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First Sunday of Lent
3/9/2025
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School Yearbook Sponsored Mass
3/9/2025, 10 AM – 11 AM
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Sacramental Parent/Child Session
3/9/2025, 11 AM – 12 PM
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6th Grade to Caritas Creek March 10 - 15
3/10/2025
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Grade 8 Transition Retreat
3/11/2025, 8:30 AM – 2:30 PM
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2:00 PM Dismissal
3/12/2025
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Teacher Appreciation Lunch 1st Gr.
3/12/2025
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Free Dress March Birthdays
3/13/2025
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Vision Screening K, 2, 5, 8, New Students & Referrals
3/14/2025
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Parish Eat, Pray, Give Soup/Stations
3/14/2025, 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM
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Second Sunday of Lent
3/16/2025
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St. Patrick's Day Green Free Dress
3/17/2025
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Grade 8 Transition Retreat Post-Visit
3/18/2025, 10:55 AM – 12:25 PM
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Grade 7 - Building Faith Community Series
3/18/2025, 1:15 PM – 2:45 PM
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Dads Club Meeting
3/18/2025, 7 PM – 8 PM
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Trimester 2 Report Cards Go Home
3/19/2025
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Parent Handbook Corner
Communicable Diseases
Assumption School follows COVID 19 policies in accordance with CDC, California Department of Public Health, Alameda County Department of Public Health, and/or the Diocese of Oakland. Any additional information or updates will be shared with all stakeholders through our school newsletter updates and posted to our website.
All communicable diseases should be reported to the school office upon discovery. A doctor’s note must be submitted upon the student’s return. Such diseases include coronavirus, polio, ringworm, smallpox, scarlet fever, strep throat, tetanus, whooping cough, impetigo, lice, mononucleosis, and pink eye, etc.
Many illnesses are most contagious before diagnosis. If the child is kept home at the first sign of illness, fewer children are exposed and the sick child will also benefit. Suspicious signs are the same for many diseases: chills, fever, headache, aching back, swollen neck glands, tight and dry cough, or runny nose. Please keep children home if they seem ill and do not permit them to return to school until they are “fever free” for a period of twenty-four hours.
Upon a student’s return, a written excuse dated and signed by a parent must be submitted explaining the reason for the absence.
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Dear Friends and Family of Assumption School,
We are eagerly anticipating our Masquerade Gala on March 1! We have our final count and are getting ready to PARTY all in an effort to support our school! A heartfelt thank you to our incredible room parents who have worked so hard to provide amazing auction items. Among them, we have a beautiful chess board made from student art, stunning butterfly artwork, an awesome dart board, and so much more! We also appreciate the efforts put into the Class Auction Baskets, which will be raffled off to students who purchase raffle tickets. Your support and participation help make this event a success.
In academics, STAR screening for the Second Trimester has started in classrooms this week. Your student’s homeroom teacher will be preparing for the STAR screening in reading and math. Please check your emails for the specific STAR schedule from your child’s teacher. To help your child do their best, ensure they get plenty of rest and eat a healthy breakfast. These assessments provide valuable insight into student progress, and as a faculty, we carefully review the results to refine our instruction. The administration also uses this data to set long-term goals for the school. The testing window will close on February 28.
This week, we also extend a warm welcome to our prospective new families! Admissions letters are being sent out, and we are excited to grow our school community. We have waiting lists in many grades and want to remind our current families to complete their online registration through PowerSchool as soon as possible. Thank you for your prompt attention to this matter, ensuring a smooth transition into the next academic year.
Finally, congratulations to all our winter CYO sports teams, especially those who have made it to their division or diocesan playoff season! A special shout-out to our 5th and 8th grade boys’ basketball teams and our 6th and 8th grade girls’ volleyball teams. We are so proud of all our athletes who have represented our parish and school with great spirit and dedication. Congrats for the end of an amazing season.
Thank you for your continued support and involvement in our school community. Wishing you all a wonderful week ahead!
Love,
Lana Rocheford
Principal
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PTG Parent Education Night
Join us for February’s Topic: Helping our Children Grow through Failure on Thursday, 2/20/25 at 7pm.
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Join Assumption School's JEDI Workgroup
JEDI = Justice, Equity, Diversity, & Inclusion
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Roots & Shoots News!
Class composites have been delivered
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Family Crab Feed
All you can eat! Saturday, Feb. 22nd
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M.U.S.E. Winter Concert - Come one, come all!
Sunday, Feb. 23rd, Bishop O'Dowd High School
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2/23 M.U.S.E. Band Conert
Important Information for Assumption M.U.S.E. Musicians
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International Day 2025 set up this weekend with presentations on Monday
International Day is a fun-filled, enriching event for our students from different backgrounds that brings them together and allows them to share their diverse cultures and showcase their unique traditions and customs.
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Come learn more about Assumption's School Board at our March 4th meeting!
Interested in learning more about School Board or being a part of the 2025-2026 Board? https://www.assumptionschool-sl.org/board Join Us at our March 4th meeting or email current board President, Jessica Stark [email protected] for more information.
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Assumption School's Response to recent Immigration Updates - Resource List Enclosed
In light of the recent announcement regarding changes in immigration enforcement, I want to reassure you that Assumption School remains steadfast in our commitment to the safety, well-being, and care of our entire school community. We have prepared a response plan for any potential immigration-related action on our campus, guided by our values and our dedication to serving all families
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CYO Honors Bill Ford at USF Dons Game
Thurs., Feb. 20th, 7pm - Ticket link enclosed
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This Weekend's CYO Events - Girls' Basketball Showcase
Assumption CYO will host a 6th-grade Girls' Basketball Showcase at Sunset High School this weekend.
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LAST CALL! Get your YEARBOOK now!
Customize Your 2 Free Pages by April 9th!
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Eagle Scout Project Update
Thank you for your generous donations. Volunteers still needed!
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Eat, Pray, and Give: A Lenten Tradition at Assumption
Every Friday during Lent, Assumption invites the community to Eat, Pray, and Give, beginning with Stations of the Cross at 6:30 PM, followed by a simple soup supper at 7:00 PM. Each week, a different ministry will host the evening, with donations supporting a chosen charity. All are welcome to join in this meaningful season of prayer, fasting, and almsgiving.
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Bancroft Uniforms
10% Off and FREE SHIPPING - FEBRUARY 21-24,
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Feeling a bit chilly? Want to show your school spirit?
Get your Assumption School Outerwear!
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Keeping teens safe on social media: What parents should know to protect their kids
Click here to read the American Psychological Association's article about technology and teens. "A multi-pronged approach to social media management, including time limits, parental monitoring and supervision, and ongoing discussions about social media can help parents protect teens’ brain development"
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Dad's Club DAD'S NIGHT OUT Crab Feed
Thurs., March 20th - Registration Link enclosed
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Important Dates for the 2025-2026 School Year
More details about the calendar will be sent out in the Summer.
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Prospective Families: BASIC Fund offers tuition assistance to NEW families
Applications for the 2025-2026 School Year are opening mid-January for new families applying to Assumption School.
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FACE Applications are now open for the 2025-2026 School Year
FACE provides need-based tuition grants to students who attend Catholic schools in the Diocese of Oakland.
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Moreau Jazz Band at Yoshi's!
Monday, March 24th
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Winton Arts Film Fest
Carondelet High School - March 7th
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Growing Up in America - Art, Essay, and Video Contest
Submission forms will be open on March 1st, 2025, and all Entries are due on March 15th, 2025, at 11:59 PM PST. Submissions must be made online through the website.
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Saint Joseph Notre Dame High School Summer Camp
Elevate your child's summer experience with dynamic enrichment classes taught by St. Joseph Elementary and SJND faculty. Each two week session offers unique interactive and educational experiences based on your child's age and interests. Before and aftercare is available from 8:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m.
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O'Dowd Summer Academy is right around the corner!
Get Ready For A Fun, Enriching Summer!
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You will need the following information: Name, Email Address, Headline, Subtitle or Short Summary, Story Content, Date to Publish and duration, and a minimum of 1 photo or flyer in JPG or PNG format.
The deadline for submission in the weekly Assumption Life newsletter is 5:00PM on the Tuesday before each Wednesday's publication.
Please direct any questions to Mrs. Barbera: [email protected]
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Hey, congrats! You got to the end. Way to go! Interesting fact: John Gibbs St. Clair Drake (1911 - 1990) was a pioneering black social anthropologist and activist, one of only nine black anthropologists before WWII. He dedicated his scholarship – ethnographic studies of race, class, and social structure – to the eradication of social inequalities and racial injustice.
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Family resources for Black History Month:
https://nmaahc.si.edu/explore/moments/black-history-month/digital-toolkit
https://oaklandlibrary.org/celebratebhm/
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