Volume 7/Issue 6 Assumption Life September 3, 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
Bl. Carlo Acutis Facts and Prayer
Carlo Acutis grew up in Italy, although he was born in London, England. He was born on May 3, 1991. After a battle with leukemia, Carlo died at the age of only 15 in 2006. Even though his life was very short, he had a great impact on the Church in his few years on Earth. In life and death, Carlo is remembered for his deep faith, his love for the Eucharist, and his commitment to using his talents for the benefits of others and the Church. His life story is an example of how young people can live a life of holiness and devotion, regardless of their age or circumstances.
Carlo Acutis was beatified on October 10, 2020, a significant step in the process of canonization, or the path towards sainthood. Carlo will become the first millennial saint on September7, 2025. His story continues to inspire millions worldwide.
Oh God, Our Father,
thank you for giving us Carlo,
a life example for the young
and a message of love for everyone.
You made him become enamoured with
Your Son Jesus, Making of the Eucharist
his “Highway to Heaven”.
You gave him Mary, as a most loving Mother,
and, with the Rosary, you made him
a poet of her tenderness. Receive his prayer for us.
Above all, gaze upon the poor,
whom he loved and helped.
Grant for me too, by his intercession,
the grace that I need ...
And make our joy fulfilled,
placing Carlo among the Saints
of your Church, so that his smile
may shine again for us in the glory of your name.
Amen
Together we can
Jobs
Children learn life skills, develop social interest and feel capable by helping out at home.
1) Brainstorm a family job list together.
2) Create fun ways to rotate jobs, such as a job wheel with a spinner, job charts, or a job jar for "fishing" out two chores for the week.
3) Take time for job training do chores with them the first six years.
4) Discuss all problems at a family meeting and focus on solutions.
Virtue of the month: Respect
Respect means: Speaking and acting according to our own and others' rights, status, and circumstances
Prayer for Respect:
Dear Jesus, help me to show reverence to people who are in authority over me as I would to You. And help me give all persons the honor they deserve as Your unique creations.
___________________________
Download the school app today!
Make it easier to keep track of school news and events!
Click here: https://www.assumptionschool-sl.org/app
|
|
|
|
|
Benchmark STAR Testing Window Ends
9/4/2025
|
|
|
|
Picture Make Up Day
9/5/2025
|
|
|
|
|
|
School Sponsored Mass
9/7/2025
|
|
|
|
CYO BBQ
9/7/2025, 11 AM – 12 PM
|
|
|
|
Faith Family Activity
9/10/2025
|
|
|
|
2:00 PM Dismissal
9/10/2025
|
|
|
|
Foundation Meeting ZOOM
9/10/2025, 7:15 PM – 8:15 PM
|
|
|
|
PTG Coffee Social at Morning Assembly
9/11/2025
|
|
|
|
Teacher PD - No School
9/12/2025
|
|
|
|
School Mass Lady of Sorrows
9/15/2025
|
|
|
|
8th Gr. to SJND High School
9/16/2025
|
|
|
|
Dads Club
9/16/2025, 7 PM – 8 PM
|
|
|
|
2:00 PM Dismissal
9/17/2025
|
|
|
|
|
|
Free Dress September Birthdays
9/18/2025
|
|
|
|
Dads Club Golf Tournament
9/20/2025
|
|
|
|
6th Gr. Sponsored Mass
9/21/2025
|
|
|
|
9/28 Mass Free Dress
9/22/2025
|
|
|
|
Assumption Parish St. Vincent dePaul Canned Food Drive Thru 10/4
9/22/2025
|
|
|
|
8th Gr. to Bishop O'Dowd High School
9/23/2025
|
|
|
|
|
|
Wear Festival T-Shirts All Week
9/29/2025
|
|
|
|
2:00 PMDismissal
10/1/2025
|
|
|
|
Trimester 1 Progress Reports Go Home
10/1/2025
|
|
|
|
Mass
10/1/2025, 8:30 AM – 9:30 AM
|
|
|
|
Festival Opening Ceremonies
10/3/2025, 6 PM – 6:30 PM
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Dear Friends and Family of Assumption School,
It has been a great three weeks of school, and I am so happy to see the smiling faces of our students each day. We are already building strong school habits—wearing our uniforms with pride (including those school sweatshirts), arriving on time and ready to learn, and practicing routines and procedures in the classrooms. Thank you for your support in helping your students start the year with success.
We are so pleased that our 8th grade and 4th grade classes led us in our first Mass of the school year. Thank you to our dedicated faculty and staff, Fr. John, the Knights of Columbus, Deacon Rigo, Mrs. Mary Schirmer, and all the parishioners and parents who helped us begin our year with a liturgy of faith and a focus on our community's safety.
This Friday marks the end of our STAR Benchmark assessments in Reading and Math. Teachers will use this data to set learning goals with students in preparation for our October Student-Parent-Teacher Conferences. Sign-ups for these conferences will be sent out in two weeks.
Looking ahead, our Fall Festival is in October, and we are excited to continue this tradition! Our Festival Committee—made up of amazing parent volunteers—does the planning, but we need every family to join in to make it a success. Families are asked to contribute at least five hours of service toward the Festival. All festival volunteers must have completed Virtus training and Livescan clearance. Since Livescan takes about three weeks to process, we encourage you to get it completed now so you’re cleared by October 3.
I am grateful, as always, for the teamwork and joy that define Assumption School. Together, we are off to a wonderful start to the year!
Sincerely,
Lana Rocheford
Principal
Get cleared to volunteer at Assumption School
All adults working around or with kids MUST complete the following in order:
2. Complete the recommended training course that is on your Virtus Dashboard once registered.
3. Once completed, make an appointment at one of our Livescan vendors. We use Village Parcel and Post in San Lorenzo. They will have the form for you to fill out and will need to verify you with a legal form of identification (driver's license, state identification, passport).
Livescan takes about two - seven days to clear before any volunteering can take place.
Once all steps are completed, new volunteers in the 2025-2026 will receive a clearance approval from the school.
|
|
|
|
|
|
Principal's Honor List - Trimester 3 (last trimester of last school year)
Congratulations to our Jr. High Honor students!
Read More...
|
|
|
|
|
Festival: Peace, Love & Assumption 10/3-10/5
Bring on Peace & Love! The 2025 Festival is a fun family weekend hosted in October! Save the date for this great event. https://www.assumptionschool-sl.org/festival
Read More...
|
|
|
|
|
Be a Sponsor for the Fall Festival!
The Fall Festival is our annual fall community get together and first school fundraising event of the year! We can't do it without your support.
All details can be found at: https://www.assumptionschool-sl.org/festival
Read More...
|
|
|
|
|
Donate baked goods to the Festival’s Sugar Shack!
Calling all bakers! We need YOU to donate baked goods and yummy treats to the festival’s sugar shack!
Read More...
|
|
|
|
|
Mamma Mia! The First Taste of 75 is Here!
This “Mamma Mia! Parish Pasta Dinner” isn’t just a night of food and fun — it’s the very first fundraiser kicking off the yearlong celebration of Assumption Church and School’s 75th Anniversary in 2026!
Read More...
|
|
|
|
|
Honoring Mrs. Thelma Dawson - Funeral Liturgy & Reception
Read More...
|
|
|
|
|
YEARBOOK 2026
8th Graders • Starts Sept 9 • Tuesdays after school
Read More...
|
|
|
9/7 CYO BBQ - Come Meet the Team!
Come Meet the CYO Team! RSVP by 9/1 https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdZOZDLM0SqpZNZBK0r-wa5UpEvwB2o5v7m4FDJ683XLRnXQA/viewform
Read More...
|
|
|
|
|
CYO Important Dates for Fall 2025
Stay Informed & Get Involved!
Read More...
|
|
|
|
|
Join the Assumption Trojans for an outing with Cal Volleyball!
You are invited to join the Assumption Trojans as we attend a Cal Volleyball game on Sunday, October 5th!
Read More...
|
|
|
|
|
Dad's Club Events 2025 - 2026
📆 Mark those calendars, because the fun is coming in hot! 🔥
Read More...
|
|
|
|
|
Dads Club Annual Golf Tournament
It's Fore the Kids!
Read More...
|
|
|
|
|
M.U.S.E. Band
Meet the new instructor on September 4th!
Read More...
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Announcing the Spring 2026 Drama Production!
Parent Info. Meeting, 6pm, Sept. 25. Zoom link will be shared in the next Assumption Life!
Read More...
|
|
|
|
|
California's Our Little Miss
Local Scholarship Pageant Welcomes Beginners of All Ages
Read More...
|
|
|
|
|
SJND "Prepare for Admissions Takeoff"
September 10th, 9:00 am
Read More...
|
|
|
|
|
Discover What’s New at the San Leandro Public Library!
Free Resources, Homework Help & Fun Family Activities This September
Read More...
|
|
|
|
|
Parent/Teacher Handbook Corner
School-wide Norms and Code of Honor and Respect p. 50
School-wide Norms
- Respect yourself, others, and things.
- Contribute to the learning environment.
- Follow school and classroom procedures.
Code of Honor and Respect
- Be respectful of yourself, other students, adults, and all property.
- Be honest and accountable for your thoughts, words, and actions.
- Be aware of and thoughtful of others around you in order to maintain a safe environment.
- Be prepared to do your best work and live out the Gospel values by serving others.
- Be an active participant in our Assumption School community by following school and classroom guidelines.
Positive Consequences for Choosing to Follow the Code of Honor and Respect p. 50
- Enjoy a clear conscience while nurturing your Catholic faith and spiritual life.
- Enjoy greater self worth.
- Enjoy the respect of others and a sense of belonging.
- Enjoy being a positive role model.
- Enjoy a safe school environment.
- Enjoy good Work Habits scores.
- Participate in class parties.
- Participate in field trips.
- Participate in school clubs and participate in school sports.
- Participate in school dances (grades 7 & 8)
Handbook
___________________________
SHARE YOUR NEWS!
Have an announcement or event to share? Complete the Assumption Life News Submission Form with your name, email, headline, short summary, story content, publish date and duration, plus at least one JPG or PNG photo or flyer.
Deadline: 5:00 PM Tuesday for Wednesday’s newsletter.
Questions? Contact Mrs. Barbera at [email protected].
___________________________
Looking for last week's newsletter? Click here.
___________________________
Hey, congrats! You got to the end. Way to go! Fun fact: Movie trailers originally played after the movie. (Thank you, Dylan Robinson, SLT)
|
|
|
