OLQA Family,

We had a great week! After starting with a great Mass, we had a number of events. The 1st and 2nd grade started Tennis at Randall's Island, while the middle school had their first week of Latin Classes. It was also great to see so many parents at Progress Report Conferences. We hope that this shift will allow for students to improve their grades before the end of Quarter 1 on 11/8.

We are very excited about Fall Fun Day coming up. Kids will get to dress down or wear a costume with a $2 donation. We also plan to have snacks and activities in the gym. We need parents to assist in making this happen, so if you are available, please volunteer by filling out the link below. It is such a fun day that the kids love, so look forward to working with you to make it a success!

Couple other reminders on the horizon. Remember that there is no school on Wednesday for Teacher meetings. Cristo Rey is scheduled to visit 8th Grade on Tuesday and we have the 8th Grade HS workshop on Thursday. Also, Winter Uniform, as discussed in Back to School Night and listed on the uniform overview, begins on 11/1. This means that everyone wears long sleeves, not the polo, and boys wear a shirt and tie.

Have a wonderful weekend!

Mr. Sayer

Principal

Our Lady Queen of Angels School

There will be no school on 10/18. Enjoy the day, and School resumes 10/15.

We’re excited to announce our Fall Fun Day on Friday 10/25 from 11:30 to 2:30.

Costumes - Everyone is allowed to dress up! please bring in $2 if your choosing to dress up in a costume or dress down (Black, Orange and Purple). No inappropriate customs! This means:

• No masks or large/inappropriate accessories
• No weapons like swords or guns
• No short shorts or skirts

Volunteers - Thank you so much to all the parents that are volunteering! please be advised decorations will begin at 8:30/9. If you would like to stay after morning prayer that would be great! The earlier the better.

Costume Parade at 2:00 - Our fall fun day Parade will begin out the 2nd ave door through the park and into the court area (where we have recess) We will be dismissing from the recess court.

We need your help to make it amazing! If you'd like to volunteer or donate something, please fill out the form and join us for a day full of festive activities. Your time and support make all the difference!

Please be aware that if your child attends early drop-off more than 3 times in a month, you will be charged for the full month. The cost is $50, and it will be added to your FACTS account. Thank you for your understanding!

Reminder that the winter uniform will start on 11/1. This means that students:

• Must wear a white dress shirt / blouse. They cannot wear the polo shirt.
• Boys will need to start wearing the tie with their white dress shirts.
• Students must wear the sweat pants with the gym uniform, no shorts.
• Students cannot wear winter boots, they must change into proper shoes at school

We’ve noticed a recent trend where lunches are being dropped off after the school day has started. Please understand that we cannot disturb the class or leave the front desk to deliver lunches, and we are not responsible if a child does not receive their lunch. To avoid any issues, please ensure your child has their lunch with them at drop-off. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation!

We are continuing two enrichment programs from Last Year, the Aequora Latin Program and GLAM (Girls Learn Advanced Math). Both programs will be held after school on Thursdays and sign up sheets are below.

We want to encourage students to regularly attend Mass. As a way to encourage this, we will have a pizza party for students who attend Mass 10 times outside of school between now and December. They can track their Mass attendance using the tracker below.

Also, we encourage students to attend our local Parish, St. Cecilia's (106th Street between Park and Lex). On Sundays, they have Mass at:

• 9:00 (English)
• 11:00 (Spanish)
• 12:30 (Spanish)

Help your children grow in their faith by taking them to Mass! The children DO NOT have to go to st. Cecila's Parish, as long as they are attending a church it does not matter!

Please remember to bring in your Medical Forms. New York State requires all immunizations to be up to date and your child can be excluded from school if they are not completed.

Early Drop off will begin this Monday 9/16. Make sure to register for the program using the link later in the newsletter. Early Drop off will go from 7:15 to 7:45, Monday through Friday.

Verification letters for students will be done on Wednesdays ONLY. Please note that creating verification letters takes time. Kindly allow sufficient processing time for your requests. Thank you for your understanding and patience!

Metro cards were given to students. If you have not received a metro card please reach out to Ms. Jenniffer. jengarcia@olqaeastharlem.org. There will only be one replacement if the child loses it.

We will be implementing Early Drop Off again this year. Early Drop off will now start at 7:15 and go to 7:45. Students will go down to the cafeteria and can have breakfast. The cost is as follows:

• First Child: $50 a month
• Additional children: $25 a month per child

Any questions, email Ms. Dobrina at dcarrara@olqaeastharlem.org

We hope this newsletter finds you well and that your child is enjoying their summer. We are excited to share some updates and reminders with you as we continue to provide a nurturing and engaging environment for your children.

Program Highlights:

Fun and educational activities:

• Our dedicated staff has been working hard to plan a variety of activities that combine learning and fun. From arts and crafts to sports activities. We aim to keep your child engaged and entertained in a safe and inclusive environment.

Parent-Staff Communication:

• Open door policy: we value your input and encourage you to reach out to us with any questions, concerns, or suggestions. We are available to discuss your child's progress, any specific needs, or to address any other matters you may have. To foster a strong partnership between parents and our program we will be posting on the OLQA newsletter where we will be sharing updates about the program.
• Update contact information: Please inform us immediately if there are any changes to your contact information. It is crucial that we have the most updated information to reach you in case of an emergency.

Important Dates and Reminders:

• We are excited to open registration back up for OLQA after-school program. To ensure your child’s spot by completing the enrollment form.

We appreciate your ongoing support and trust in our after-school program. If you have any questions or concerns please do not hesitate to contact us. Together, we can create an enriching and enjoyable experience for your child.

We will have an important HS Workshop on 10/24 at 5:30 PM in the 8th Grade Classroom that parents will need to attend. This session will have two objectives:

• Making HS the 3 choices for the TACHS Exam
• Introduction to the Public School Application Process

Cristo Rey will visiting the 8th Grade on 10/22 in the afternoon. This will be an opportunity to learn about the school for the application day in early November.

We will host TACHS Prep after school starting on Monday. Details of the program follow below:

• Days of the Week: Monday & Wednesday
• Start Date: 9/23/24
• End Date: 11/6/24
• Cost: $50 total
• Times: 4:15 to 5:15

Sign up using the Google Form linked below:

Registration is past due and you must register to apply to Catholic High Schools. There is a $71 registration fee.

Please email Mr. Sayer at james.sayer@olqaeastharlem.org to confirm you've registered for the exam.

Friendly reminder to ensure that you 1) enter from the 2nd Avenue door at dismissal and 2) leave from the 3rd Avenue door. This helps ensure a smooth traffic flow in and out of the gym.

Reminder that beginning of year forms can now be accessed on SchoolAdmin. They need to be completed by 9/8, so please ensure they are signed as soon as possible. The forms to complete are:

We are no longer accepting cash deposits. Please bring in a check or a money order. If you bring cash you will be turned away. Thank you families for understanding.

We suggest you pay online using FACTS. FACTS can also take payments in debit or credit card for your convenience.

Have any questions, feel free to reach out to us!

• Mr. Sayer, Principal = Email: james.sayer@olqaeastharlem.org; C: 929-390-1687
• Ms. Dobrina, Operations Leader = Email: dcarrara@olqaeastharlem.org
• Ms. Nieves, Academic Dean = Email: mnieves@olqaeastharlem.org
• Ms. Jenniffer, Operations = Email: jengarcia@olqaeastharlem.org