“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 ACS Got Talent thanks, Missoula Children’s Theater chair needed, playground angels, lost and found, Volunteer reception on May 30th, Facilities news and volunteer hours available, Saint question of the week, youth group, used uniforms needed prior to summer break, ice cream Fridays, Memorial Day parade info, facilities news, parent survey, used uniforms collecting now, St. Kateri Mass in July, Mass schedule and more upcoming events below!
Thank you for reading!
Assumption’s Got Talent Variety Was Stupendous!
Many things needed to fall into place this year just at the right time and it must have been the Holy Spirit guiding us through it all. Brenna amazingly threw out the old curtains and put up the new ones just in time. Torry literally took many hours to help with the practices, auditions, learning a sound system, organizing the balloon wall, working in canva on program and much more. The rest of the team included Tressa Mariotto, Trish Prenosi, Mrs. Mura and Anna Whelan as well as countless parents that helped to supervise, coach, and practice throughout.
Yet, the surprising group was the students and how welll they showcased their God-given talents last Friday night. Thank you to all involved. It truly was a show of talent and joy.
Missoula Children’s Theater 2026 Dates
The PTC is hosting the MCT again next year April 2026. And we will need 2 host families and also a lead contact who is willing to help the directors with any needs that they may have during the week in April. If interested in helping the PTC as the chair or as a host, please email them at ptc@assumption.school. Thank you.
Calling Playground Angels!
We have May and June schedules listed below to help at recess.
Thank you for helping the kids play safe!
Volunteer Reception on Friday, May 30th
All parents, grandparents, and volunteers are invited to a small gathering to enjoy some thanks and gratitude with a breakfast brunch.
Join us in the library at about 9:15am for coffee and treats. RSVP the office to help us plan the event. Thank you.
Parent Satisfaction Survey Update
We sincerely appreciate the 63 parents who took the time to complete the Parent Satisfaction Survey. This represents about 40% of our families, and your feedback is invaluable. The data is now being compiled and will be shared with Mr. Ramos.
Thank you for your thoughtful input and for helping us continue to grow and improve!
🏗️ Building Blocks – A Facilities Update
🎉 Curtain Call: Mission Accomplished!
Our theater curtain is officially up and ready for its close-up! This behind-the-scenes project was a real act of coordination, and we couldn’t have done it without our amazing volunteers you know who you are—take a bow!). Huge thanks to Wellman & Zuck for the scaffolding, and to the Rawls Tree Service for helping us keep things safe and high reaching, as they were able to install areas we could not access. Standing ovation all around!
🧹 Need Volunteer Hours? Got 20 Minutes and a Pulse?
If you’re still chasing those volunteer hours before the school year ends, we’ve got projects galore. One of them is organizing the basement—a hidden realm of mystery, forgotten craft supplies, and that one weird lamp. Honestly, it’s kind of fun.
Not your vibe? No problem. Shoot me an email and I’ll match you with a project that suits your skills—or at least your tolerance for dust. Brenna@Assumption.org
🛠️ Big News: Classroom Renovations Are Coming! 🎨
Get ready, Building Block Heroes—we’re kicking off some exciting classroom renovations this summer, and we need your help to make it happen!
Think of it as spring cleaning meets HGTV, with a dash of glitter, a roll of construction tape, and a whole lot of heart. 💖
First Mission: Operation Pack-Up!
Right after the last bell rings, four classrooms need serious packing help:
- 2nd Grade
- 5th Grade
- Science Room
- Art Room
📦 We need volunteers ASAP! If you’ve got time (or boxes!) to spare, we’ll take both—many hands make light work, and fewer paper cuts.
Next Up: Paint & Carpet-Pulling Crew!
Mark your calendars for these transformation days:
🗓️ June 23–26
🗓️ July 27–31
We’ll be painting, pulling carpet, and probably discovering some mysteries under the floorboards (ancient snacks? lost crayons? who knows!).
✨ Thank you for your time, your muscles, and your incredible spirit. This community seriously rocks—and we’re just getting started.
— Brenna ClancySebens
Facilities Manager – Keeper of Keys, Squeaky Doors, and Spare Screws
360-303-1125
IN CASE YOU MISSED IT: 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
ICE CREAM FRIDAYS
Look for these entrepreneurs under the large cross outside at pick up. We will have two lines to expedite your treat enjoyment. A variety of ice cream and popsicle goodies will be available for the whole family to enjoy! CASH AND VENMO OPTIONS!
VOLUNTEER HOURS DUE MAY 23rd!
This is a reminder that all volunteer hours are due by May 23rd so to not be billed at $20 an hour. Billing will take place on your June 1st payment.
Please be sure all hours are submitted into the online portal.
40 hours per family with a minimum of 20 fundraising hours (20 hours for single parent homes)
All hours placed after May 23rd will be counted towards the 2025-2026 school year.
There are so many clothes….are you missing anything?
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 August 14/15th.
USED UNIFORM DONATIONS
We are collecting donations from families now as you start to clean out your closets. Please bring all uniforms to the front office. Thank you.
Speaking of Uniforms…Look for the Sale coming up…!
Memorial Day Parade Info:
The Bellingham Memorial Day parade is a special tradition at ACS. It takes place right in front of our school. This year the 7th grade class is taking Park-By- Donations in our school traffic loop. Parking opens at about 8:30am.
Parade festivities are 12pm -2pm. And there will be food from the Knights of Columbus and treats from the 7th grade class.
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/
Congratulations to students receiving the Sacraments!
Confirmation Group
Maggie Harbick
Erick Dennis
James Patelli
Alex Rombaoa
Daniela Segel
Finley Twining
Ben White
Nick Williams
Graedon Wolf
Ava Le
Caroline Bratt
Jason Tran
Hy Nguyen
Quinton McKay
First Communion Group
Chrissella Segel
Keira Patelli
John Hoza
Thomas Anderson
Joseph Richmond
Lily Kim
Anna Trosin
Elyse Perrin
Alara Zech
Shaun Sutton
During the months of May and June, Catholics look forward to taking the next step closer to Jesus through confirmation or communion. May all of us always remember how special and important these sacraments are in our relationship with God.
Youth Group News
Hello Middle School Families,
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
Please join the St. Joachim Community in celebrating the Feast Day for St. Kateri on July 14th at 5 pm with a mass celebrated by Bishop Elizondo. There will be a Lummi Cultural celebration followed by a potluck dinner and a historical tour. All are welcome to celebrate St. Kateri! We are currently looking for donations of covered tents for the picnic. If you have one that can be used for the picnic, please reach out to Myra at myra@stjosephferndale.org
Annual Catholic Appeal 2025
Don’t forget to turn in your pledges for the annual Catholic Appeal of the Seattle Archdiocese. All pledges help many services in our communities and any extras will go back to those specific parishes. God bless your discernment at this time.
Mass Friday, May 16th
Presider: Fr. Moore
Benediction begins at 7:45am (Thomas and William should come at 7:30)
Mass reminders: 5th grade will be the leaders this week from Miss Copeland’s class.
Altar servers will be William Trosin, Thomas Van Mieghem, and Solomon Dinwiddie
EMHC’s
H2- Miss Copeland
H3- Mrs. Williams
Chalice- Mrs. King
Saint of the Week Question:
Answer to last week: Which pope saw a vision and then wrote the St. Michael prayer as we know it today? Pope Leo XIII
Sabreen Pilon and Alara Zech are the winners this week. I chose them both because they were the only two correct answers. Way to go!
New Question: Who is the patron saint of dogs?
**Please submit your answer by the office near the Disciple bulletin board.
Upcoming calendar items:
May 19-23rd – 8th Grade Class trip to WA DC
May 22nd – 7th Grade to Spark Museum
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 – No coffee and donuts /cancelled for the weekend
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
- 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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