“Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge Him, and He will make your paths straight.” Proverbs 3:5-6
In this newsletter you can read about Vocations Awareness Week, Veteran’s Day prayer service, middle school Winter ride, girls’ basketball schedule, parent/teacher conference sign ups, playground angels in November and December, Archery Club, Christmas Wreaths/Poinsettias for sale, Youth group news, Accreditation Survey, Saint question of the week, Human Food Chain items, pumpkin contest winners, Grandparents Day info, “Advent-ure” camp, and more upcoming events below!
Thank you for reading!
Vocations Week Wrap Up
Did you know the word “vocation” comes from the Latin word vocare, meaning “to call”?
At Assumption Catholic School, we celebrated National Vocations Awareness Week by inviting 11 speakers—including deacons, priests, and three religious orders of sisters (the Sisters of Mercy from Shaw Island, the Sacred Heart Sisters from Southern California, and Sister Mary Eucharista from Spokane, WA). These inspiring guests shared what vocation means in the Catholic Church, offered insights into their religious orders, and spoke about their personal journeys into religious life.
Learning about vocations in a Catholic school setting is essential because it helps students understand how each of us is uniquely called to serve God and others. Whether through religious life, priesthood, marriage, or dedicated single life, each vocation has a powerful impact on the Church and the world. By meeting individuals who have embraced these different paths, our students see faith in action, gaining a broader understanding of how diverse roles within the Church allow each person to live out their unique calling with joy and purpose. This fosters spiritual growth and encourages students to consider their own gifts and how they might serve others in the future.
We’re grateful to Northwest Catholic Magazine for joining us to interview students and participate in the sessions, with plans to highlight Assumption Catholic School’s dedication to Vocations Awareness Week. A special thanks to Miss Copeland, our 5th-grade teacher, for organizing this impactful event and bringing the call of vocations to our students.
Veteran’s Prayer Service
This Thursday, Mrs. Martin Zender and the fourth graders will be leading the prayer service at 8:15am in the church. This is a special service to honor all veterans. Please invite your family members and friends, especially those that have served in any branch of the military.
Parishioners are welcome to attend.
Students are required to wear dress uniforms.
2024 Fall Teacher Conferences
*Please click on the link and sign up for the best day and time that is available for you. Any questions please contact the individual teacher via email.
1st Grade Conferences – Mrs. Morris
2nd Grade Conferences – Mrs. Town
3rd Grade Conferences – Mrs. Williams
4th Grade Conferences – Mrs. Martin-Zender
5th Grade Conferences – Miss Copeland
6th Grade Conferences – Mr. Costanza
6th Grade Conferences – Mrs. Zech
7th Grade Conferences – Mrs. Ernest & Mrs. Creech
8th Grade Conferences – Mrs. Eusebio
6th & 7th Grade Math & Algebra – Mrs. VonFeldt
7th & 8th Grade Math – Mrs. Evans
Spanish Conferences – Mrs. Wittmershaus
K-5th Music & Middle School Orchestra – Ms. Varon
6th Grade Math & Band – Mrs. Creech
Physical Education – Mrs. Eager
Calling Playground Angels!
Please remember that during “rainy day recess” we still could use help in the gym or classrooms. But we try to go outside as often as possible during the fall and winter.
Thank you for your help in keeping recess fun and safe!
Pumpkin Carving Contest
Our student ambassador team was thrilled to receive so many great submissions for our annual pumpkin carving contest on Halloween! We wish we had more prizes to award as they were all spook-tacular! Here were the standouts:
Honorary winners:
- Spooky- Liam C., 6th
- Creative- Maddie D., 5th
- Funny- Elodie W., 6th
- Best in Show: Macie P., 6th
Macie won the entry fee money collection of $26. Congratulations and thanks to all who helped!
Archery Club
Mrs. Eusebio and Mr. & Mrs. Dennis are so excited to welcome archery back this winter! All 5th-8th grade ACS students can register by November 22nd, but please note that we are limiting the club to 20 students. This cap is necessary in order to safely provide enough time and instruction for ACS Archers to be able to qualify for competition this season!
Registration forms were included in today’s physical envelopes (please see Mrs. Michele King for extras). Our first club meeting will be on December 5th, and each Thursday morning thereafter until the state tournament in approximately mid-March (excluding school breaks). Due to gym usage in the afternoons, we meet before school from 7 – 7:50 am.
Archery is a super fun sport that also teaches great life skills like patience, teamwork, and focus. We look forward to an awesome season with your children!
Gorgeous Wreaths & Poinsettias
Don’t miss the opportunity to adorn your home or office with beautiful, fresh holiday decor while supporting a great cause!
Our Eighth Graders are once again selling poinsettias and wreaths from local Van Wingerden in Lynden. There are TWO ways to make your purchasing easy! Paper order forms went home last week and are available here, or check out our online store:
ALL orders will be available for pick up at the school on Friday, Dec. 6 (3-6 pm) and Saturday, Dec. 7 (8-10 am). Our kids will load your vehicle with a smile!
Thank you so much for supporting the Class of 2025!
https://vwfundraiser.com/org/assumptioncatholic
Accreditation Update 2024
Dear Families,
We need your help to ensure our school’s continued success and growth! As part of our accreditation process this year, we’re asking all parents to complete a brief survey. Your feedback is invaluable, and your responses play a key role in helping us maintain high standards and provide the best possible educational experience for our students.
Please take a few moments to fill out the survey – every response counts and will make a difference for our school community.
Thank you so much for your time and support!
Girls’ Basketball Schedule
2024-2025: Come and cheer on the girls!
| Date | Team | Location | Time |
| 11/6 | Mount Baker | Mount Baker High School-Deming Gym | 4:00 |
| 11/12 | Horizon | Assumption | 4:00 |
| 11/14 | Lynden | Lynden Middle School -Main Gym | 4:00 |
| 11/18 | Lynden Christian | Assumption | 4:00 |
| 11/20 | Nooksack | Nooksack Valley Middle School -Gym 2 | 4:00 |
| 11/21 | Lummi | Assumption | 4:00 |
| 11/25 | Franklin Academy | Assumption | 4:00 |
| 12/4 | Franklin Academy | Franklin Academy | 4:00 |
To be scheduled
Lummi vs Assumption at Lummi
ACS Boys’ Basketball
Coach Petz is excited and ready for the upcoming season. Please return your sign-up forms to the office by Wednesday, November 20th. Practices will start on December 2nd, Monday. We play with emphasis on good sportsmanship, dedication to performance improvement, team effort, personal and spiritual development and fun!
Forms are in your Wednesday envelopes today!
Middle School Youth Group Schedule
Our next Youth Group gathering will be November 22nd, the Friday before Thanksgiving.
- I hope you all enjoy this time with your families and the upcoming All Saints Day festivities! Feel free to give me a fist bump if you see me in passing.
- If you have any questions, feel free to email Daniel at daniel@assumption.org.
Thanks!
Daniel Prenosil
Pastoral Assistant for Youth Ministry
Assumption and Sacred Heart Parishes
Let’s Fill Up the Lobby!
As per tradition here at Assumption we will start collecting items after Halloween for Hope House. Here is a list of the most needed items to donate:
| Food Items | Non-Food Requests |
| Canned fruit and vegetables Canned soup and chili Pasta noodles Mac and cheese Canned tuna or chicken Bottled water Beef jerky, Vienna sausages, beanie weenies, or tuna/cracker packs Cereal (boxes) Granola bars Snack sized chip bags Fruit cups Pudding cups Rice crispy treats Peanut butter or cheese crackers Snack sized bags of nuts | Baby wipes and diaper cream Toilet Paper Size 5 and 6 Diapers Pull-ups size 3T/4T/5T NEW Underwear all sizes Baby soap/shampoo Wool blankets Thick bed comforters Pillows and towels Backpacks/luggage Sleeping bags Men’s shoes Laundry detergent Dish soap Deodorant |
“Winter Ride” is coming!
Winter Ride is part of the 6th-8th grade physical education program and is an amazing opportunity for students to learn new skills and experience a winter sport with their classmates at Mt. Baker. This program will run on Tuesdays, January 7, 14, 21 and 28.
Please remember to turn in your permission slips to the office soon.
*Ice skating permission slips are in the office if your family has chosen this winter activity instead. See Mrs. Michele King or Mrs. Angie King.
PTC General Meeting 11-13-24
Don’t forget to come and hear Fr. Moore talk about the Northern Deanery Catholic High School and how you can help. And also news updates from the PTC.
- Where: Assumption School Gym
- When: 6:30-7:30pm
- Childcare: Yes…please email Libby Stark at elisabath.stark@gmail.com for help in staffing adults for childcare. Thank you. Children will be in the Staff Lounge.
- Snacks and refreshments for adults at the meeting
Grandparent Day Invitations
Grandparents’ Day is less than a month away and it is time to let our beloved grandparents know about a special day we have planned. Mark your calendars for November 22nd, where our students will honor their grandparents. We are excited to announce that it will coincide with our Fall Book Fair. You and your child will have a chance to look at a selection of books in our school library for purchase and fundraising before and after Mass on Friday. We thought families could hand deliver if grandparents are in town or take a picture and text the invitation to relatives!
Christmas Bazaar News
We are still in need of books and puzzles for our used book sale. Please drop off this week and next week. Thank you.
Contact Melissa or Susie at Bazaar@assumption.school
Advent Camp@ St. Joseph’s Ferndale
Register today for ADVENTure Camp! We’d love your children to attend! Camp dates are Nov 24, Dec 8, 15, & 22 from Noon-2 at St. Joseph Ferndale. Kids will hear stories, sing songs, craft, have lunch and learn about Advent and their Faith. Camp is open to children in grades Preschool through 5th grade. Cost is $25 per family – scholarships are available. There are only 39 spots left – don’t wait, register today! https://archseattle.ccbchurch.com/goto/forms/3835/responses/new
Saint of the Week Question:
Answer to last week: Pope St. John Paul II was the answer and with President Reagan helped to bring down communism in Eastern Europe. He was shot in 1981 and survived. JPII also had a great love of and for Our Blessed Mother Mary.
Madison Roberts is the winner this week and can come to spin the wheel for a prize!
New Question: She was born in Italy in 1850 and the youngest of 13 children. She was born 2 months premature and would live most of her life in a fragile state of health. Filled with a deep trust in God and endowed with a wonderful administrative ability, she founded 67 institutions, including schools, hospitals and orphanages in 35 years. And is the first U.S citizen to become a saint. She is the patron of immigrants.
**Please submit your answer by the office near the Disciple bulletin board.
Upcoming calendar items:
Nov. 4, 5, 6, and 7th – Vocations Week with guest speakers
Nov. 7th – Second Lumpia Sale Pick Ups- Yeah!!!!!
Nov. 7th – Veteran’s Day Prayer Service 8:15am
Nov. 8th – No School/Teacher Accreditation Workday
Nov. 11th – No School/Veteran’s Day
Nov. 13th – PTC General Meeting with Fr. Moore speaking about the high school 6:30pm
Nov. 18th – Human Food Chain and Prayer Service
Book Fair Days: November 20, 21, 22nd Times: 8-4pm
Nov. 22nd – Grandparents Day
Nov. 25/26th – No School and Teacher Conferences
Nov. 27, 28, 29th – Thanksgiving Break!
