Category: General

St. Vincent de Paul Christmas Basket Campaign

Pope Francis tells us, “The measure of the greatness of a society is found in the way it treats those most in need, those who have nothing apart from their poverty!” -Pope Francis, Text from 7/25/2013 in Rio, Brazil.  The OLA community participated in several charitable fundraisers since the start of the school year.  Your generosity helped support the Terry Fox Cancer Fund, St. Vincent ... Continue reading "St. Vincent de Paul Christmas Basket Campaign"

Congratulations Sahand D. Vice Principal for the Day

Sahand was the lucky winner of the Vice Principal for the Day prize at the chocolate fundraiser raffle.  As Vice Principal, Sahand will have an opportunity to implement some of his own rules for the day.  Sahand has declared Wednesday, November 15 a Pyjama Day.  He will allow gum chewing and will allow students to wear their caps in the school.  Finally, students will be ... Continue reading "Congratulations Sahand D. Vice Principal for the Day"

Dress Code Swap/Sale

A Message from Catholic School Council

In keeping with our school’s REUSE and RECYCLE initiative, we are having a dress code swap/sale during Parent Teacher interviews November 23rd and 24th.

If you have gently used dress code items that your child has outgrown, please send it with them on Monday, November 20th to Wednesday, November 22nd.  Please ensure the clothing is ... Continue reading "Dress Code Swap/Sale"

Remembrance Day Liturgy

On Friday, November 10th, we will hold a Remembrance Day Liturgy of the Word to remember those who fought for our freedom, and for those who continue to work to keep our world safe. Each student will receive a sticker poppy on this morning (provided by the Royal Canadian Legion in Aurora) – any and all donations are appreciated! Thank you to Mrs. Carinci’s Grade ... Continue reading "Remembrance Day Liturgy"

A Message from the ECO Club

Hello O.L.A. Community! Our Eco Club is up and running once again this year! The Ontario Eco Schools Program is an environmental education program that incorporates environmental education with environmentally-responsible actions. We were awarded Platinum Certification in June 2017, the highest level, and we look forward to maintaining this standing. We have several students in grades 4-8 that have joined the environmental club to help ... Continue reading "A Message from the ECO Club"