“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 edition of the newsletter, you can read about Principal of the Day- Mr. Caleb Abbey, NEON FUN RUN winners, ACS Got Talent, playground angels, lost and found, Northern Deanery High School update, Facilities news, Saint question of the week, youth group, summer camp, used uniforms needed, facilities news, parent survey, Mass schedule and more upcoming events below!
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Assumption’s Got Talent Variety Show News
Talent Show News:
Dress Rehearsal Wednesday
All performers – please note we will have our scheduled all-performers and MCs DRESS REHEARSAL right after school on Wednesday and ending at 4:30pm. Class performances do not need to attend as you are practicing with your teachers, and the Friday school performance will be your dress rehearsal. Please come prepared IN COSTUME for your acts!
Bring a snack if you need one for stamina.
Talent Show News
It’s time to invite all your friends and family to come see the Talent Show THIS FRIDAY, May 16th at 6:30 in the gym! Free admission, there will be refreshments for sale by the rising 7th graders for next year’s DC trip and we have a full lineup of dancers, singers, instrumentalists, gymnastics, tap, taekwondo, skits, and comedy. It will also be streaming live on our school’s Facebook page. Come see our brand-new stage curtains in their debut performance! All performers please come dressed and ready at 6:15pm – 15 minutes prior to opening. Last chance to send a fun fact about yourself to ptc@assumption.school
*Important Notice: This is NOT a drop off event. All students must have a parent present the evening of the show. We want all families to enjoy the show and help us watch the performances in a respectful manner.
Principal For A Day- Thanks
Mrs. Evans would like to thank Caleb Abbey who served as our Principal of the Day on Monday. Mr. Abbey started the day with heart by praying with the teachers, showing leadership and care for our school community. He took on the important role of selecting and announcing our SOAR Award winners, recognizing students who go above and beyond.
Mr. Abbey also made time to connect with our youngest learners, reading to the preschoolers in the library—a moment they won’t soon forget! He took on lunch recess duty with great responsibility (and a whistle!), helping to keep things running smoothly.
In true Principal Abbey fashion, he reminded us all that “Fun matters!” and generously granted the 5th graders an extra recess to enjoy a bump tournament.
Thank you, Mr. Abbey, for your joyful leadership and for making May 12th a truly memorable day!
Parent Satisfaction Survey
Every year, we invite the school community to participate in the K-8 Parent Satisfaction Survey. This survey helps us better understand the needs of our families and identify areas for improvement. The insights we gain are invaluable for our planning, especially as we welcome Mr. Ramos and provide him with a comprehensive view of the school and community he will be joining.
We encourage all parents to take 10-15 minutes to complete the survey and share your valuable feedback. Your input is crucial in helping us create the best possible environment for our students. Surveys are due by Friday, May 16th.
https://forms.office.com/r/UYANCW6AEA
Fun Run Updates! 🏃♀️🏃♂️
Raffle Winners: 
Clara Segel: $25 Amazon gift card
James Roberts: $25 Mallard Ice Cream gift card
Bennett Hertlein: Glow Art Drawing Board
Adeline Herron: Axles Aircraft remote controlled
Congratulations to all the runners and sponsors and family that pledged money for our Fun Run.
We raised a total of $20,100!!!!
And the class that raised the most money was Miss Copeland’s fifth grade. They were the comeback class and edged out first grade by $50. They will celebrate with an ice cream party soon.
Calling Playground Angels!
We have May and June schedules listed now open to help out at recess.
Thank you for helping the kids play safe!
TRACK & FIELD NEWS
GO EAGLES!
Assumption had a great showing Tuesday.
Girl’s relay of Morgan Veldman, Terra Machinski, Caroline Bratt, and Luz Lane got 2nd!
Luz Lane got first in both 100 meter and 100 Hurdles.
Terra Machinski went on to break the school record held since 2018 in the 1600 with a 3rd place finish, and a 3rd in the 100 Hurdles.
Ethan Sheafor got 5th in the 800.
Records broken this year:
Luz Lane—100 Hurdles
Terra Machinski–1600
Ben White—100 Hurdles
LOST AND FOUND OVERFLOWING
Please help us find the owners of all these jackets, coats, sweatshirts and ties! Some of these may belong to your child. All items left by June 11th will be donated to Hope House or to the Used Uniform sale in August.
USED UNIFORM DONATIONS
We are collecting donations from families now as you start to clean out your closets. Please bring uniforms cleaned and in fair/good condition to the office. Thank you.
The Used Uniform Sale will be August 14/15th so save the date!
Summer Opportunity
Looking for a fun summer activity for your student? From July 28-31, Assumption (alumni) parent and Bellingham HS coach Eric Bachmeier is leading a cross country camp for students entering grades 5-8. The camp promotes friendship, fitness, and fun and provides training and racing guidance for runners of all levels. Past camp participants from ACS include Evan Rush, Taylor Rush, Daliah Strutz, Baynes Machinski, and Jack Stoddard.
- Time: 8:30 am – 10:30 am daily
- Location: Bloedel Donovan Park (Mon. 7/28, Tues. 7/29, Wed. 7/30); Lake Padden (Thurs. 7/31)
- To Register: https://anc.apm.activecommunities.com/bellingham/activity/search/detail/39950
- Cost: $80 (includes Camp T-Shirt or Jacket)
🎉 Important Update for 5-8 Grades:
No Need to Buy a Computer for Next School Year! 🎉
Starting next school year, the school will be providing computers for all students, so families do not need to purchase a device.
A technology fee will apply for the use of computers, but the exact amount has not yet been determined. More details to come—please stay tuned!
Facilities Corner
Building Blocks – Curtain Call! (Almost)
by Brenna Sebens, Facilities Manager
Exciting news from behind the scenes—literally! A brand-new stage curtain is on its way to Assumption. That’s right, after years of heroic service (and a few wardrobe malfunctions), the old curtain is finally retiring. Cue the applause! Thank you to the crew that came today right after school to help install before our talent show on Friday.
BONUS ROUND: BASEMENT ORGANIZERS NEEDED!
Do you dream of neatly labeled bins? Do cluttered shelves make your eye twitch just a little? Then the school basement is calling your name. We’re looking for volunteers to help us bring order to the chaos. Work at your own pace during school hours—no kids, just you and the sweet, sweet satisfaction of a sorted storage space. Consider it productive therapy for that part of your brain that secretly loves organizing.
If you can help in any way (curtain, scaffolding, or basement bliss), please email me, Brenna Sebens, at Brenna@assumption.org. Facilities Volunteer work may not be glamorous, but hey—someone’s gotta make sure the curtain rises and find the Christmas lights from 1998.
Ski to Sea Event Ends in Fairhaven
Are you attending Ski to Sea festivities in Fairhaven on May 25?
Park-by-donation at Sacred Heart Church, 12:30-6pm on Sunday, May 25.
All proceeds support Agape Food Bank, serving the farmworker community of Whatcom County.
WHATCOM CATHOLIC AND OTHER NEWS
Link to Parish info and priest’s schedule
https://www.whatcomcatholic.org/
Northern Deanery High School
Title: The meaning behind the Mission
PDF in English and Spanish Here
Youth Group News
Hello Middle School Families,
We will not have Middle School Youth Ministry this Friday or next. Our next gathering will be on Friday, May 30th, from 6:30–8:00 PM at Sacred Heart Hall.
After that, our final meeting of the year will be on Friday, June 6th. For this special evening, we will also be welcoming current 5th graders as they prepare to join us as 6th graders next year!
If you have any questions, feel free to email me at daniel@assumption.org.
Thank you!
Daniel Prenosil
St. Joachim Mass time Change
As a reminder, the St. Joachim Mass time was changed from 6:00 pm to 5:00 pm on Thursdays to better accommodate the community’s needs. This change occurred in March. We encourage all parishioners to look at the Mass schedule at whatcomcatholic.org. The priest’s schedule is updated every Monday by 9 am and will be continually updated throughout the week; therefore, please do not print the schedule out as it could be subject to change. If you would like to schedule a meeting with a priest, please email: priests@whatcomcatholic.org
Archdiocese of Seattle’s 175th Anniversary Celebration
The Archdiocese of Seattle is celebrating its 175th anniversary! We are all invited to join Catholics across Western Washington to serve others together as the loving Body of Christ through the Season of Service, which runs from March to May of 2025.
You can participate by serving and logging in your hours. Together we are trying to log in 175,000 hours! You can join service opportunities at your parish, school or ministry. Additionally, there are more than 50 volunteer opportunities that you can sign up for on the archdiocese website: https://archseattle.org/seasonofservice
Mass Friday, May 16th
Presider: Fr. Moore
Benediction begins at 7:45am (Maggie and Joseph should come at 7:30)
Mass reminders: 6th grade will be the leaders this week from Ms. Zech’s class.
Altar servers will be Maggie Harbick, Joseph Herron and Alan Lopez
EMHC’s
H2- Mrs. M-Z
H3- Sebastian Benyi
Chalice- Miss Copeland
Saint of the Week Question:
Answer to last week: Who is the patron saint of lost causes?
Andrew Richmond in Fourth grade is the winner this week.
New Question: Which pope saw a vision and then wrote the St. Michael prayer as we know it today?
**Please submit your answer by the office near the Disciple bulletin board.
Upcoming calendar items:
May 14th – ACS Got Talent DRESS REHEARSAL for all participants/not class acts
May 15th – Spanish Confirmation at 6pm Assumption
May 16th – ACS Got Talent Performance 6:30pm/Gym/for friends and family
May 19, 20, 21st – 7th Grade Class trip to Portland
May 19-23rd – 8th Grade Class trip to WA DC
May 21-23rd – 6th Grade Class trip to Camp Hamilton
May 23rd – No school for Middle School students
May 24th – Ski to Sea Parade- 7th grade raising $ for parking in our lot
May 25th – ACS hosts coffee and donuts at Assumption Parish after 8am/10am Mass
May 26th – Memorial Day/No School
May 27th – Fun Run Tshirt Day for students raising over $100
May 30th – Volunteer Appreciation in the library after 8:15am Mass
May 30th – Final All School Mass 8:15am
May 30th – Dads and Donuts Celebration with 5th Grade 2pm
May 30th – 7pm Marian Music and Art at Sacred Heart showcasing art from ACS
June 2nd – LAST PIZZA LUNCH DAY
June 3rd – Fun Run Tshirt Day for students raising over $100
June 5th – 8th Grade Brunch @10am and Graduation Mass @ 4pm
June 6th – No School/Teacher workday
June 10th – Field Day for K-7th beginning @ 1pm
June 11th – Last Day of School – Early Release @ 11:45am
FOR THE MOST RECENT SCHOOL CALENDAR FOR 2025-26 PLEASE GO TO THE WEBSITE FOR UPDATES BUT HERE IS THE LINK: CLICK HERE
- Casual dress every Wednesday. Unless otherwise noted. Assumption students can wear tee shirts, jeans or uniform pants, leggings under a skirt or dress.
- Swag can be worn on Casual Wednesdays.
- Scouts may wear uniforms on meeting days.
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