OLQA Family,

This was a busy but great week at OLQA! It was amazing to see the wonderful turn out at our high school fair. So many of the admissions officers spoke so highly of our students, not just academically, but do to their strong character and great impressions. We're excited to see the class of 2025 (and beyond) continue the tradition of HS excellence at OLQA!

A key part of this is through MAP testing, which is underway this week. Students took the Language Exam this week and will take the Reading Exam next week. Make sure to check below to see the assigned day for your grade. This is a key baseline assessment that tells us how your child is doing comparatively to other students across the nation.

Finally, this is a big week in our students' faith formation. We will have our first School Mass of the year on Wednesday at 8:30 AM. Please join us in the Church next door for a wonderful celebration! Also, we will have our Student of the Month Awards in Morning prayer on Friday at 8:00 to celebrate the students who best exemplified our Value of the Month, Knowledge. Look forward to seeing you there!

Have a wonderful weekend!

Mr. Sayer

Principal

Our Lady Queen of Angels School

Next Friday, 9/27 will be an A-Day. The uniform for that Friday is as follows:

• PE Uniform: PreK 4, Kindergarten, Grade 2, Grade 4, Grade 6, Grade 8
• Regular Uniform: PreK 3, Grade 1, Grade 3, Grade 5, Grade 7

We warmly invite you to join us for our school Mass on 09/25 at 8:30. It will be at OLQA Church on 113th Street. It’s a wonderful opportunity to come together as a community in prayer and reflection. We hope you can attend!

We are excited to invite you to our Student Shoutout on Friday, the 27th! Join us at Morning Prayer at 8:00 AM in celebrating our students' who showed the value of Knowledge this month. We hope to see you there!

NWEA MAP Testing will begin this week and we will ease into it with the Language Exam. The NWEA MAP exam is a nationally normed exam that gives us an update on your child's academic progress since last Spring. Do not stress over the exam, as this is a baseline that will help measure student growth later in the year.

Dates for the Exam Follow Below:

• NWEA Reading Exam, Week of 9/23
• Grades 2, 5, 7 = Tuesday 9/24
• Grades 1, 6, 8 = Thursday 9/26
• Grades K, 3, 4 = Friday 9/27

• NWEA Math Exam, Week of 9/30
• Grades 2, 5, 7 = Tuesday 10/1
• Grades 1, 6, 8 = Wednesday 10/2
• Grades K, 3, 4 = Thursday 10/4

Be aware it is a skills test, so students do not need to study for the NWEA MAP exam.

Reminder that next month's tuition is due today latest, as late fees will apply starting tomorrow. Make sure to pay ASAP if you have not to avoid the late fee.

Friendly Reminders about the tuition policy follow below:

• Tuition is due on the 15th of each month
• Tuition can be paid online via FACTS
• If you can’t pay via FACTS please feel free to talk to Ms. Dobrina
• You have a grace period until the 20th of each month, after the 20th you will be assessed a $40 late fee. One late fee per year per family can be waived.
• No cash payments

In the spirit of being clear is being kind, we wanted to remind you of the delinquent tuition policy:

• After the 20th, you will be notified of one month missed payment and charged a late fee ($40)
• 2 months delinquent, you will receive a second notice of missed payment and your child can not participate in school activities and possible suspension
• If there is no payment after the second notice of delinquency, your child will be suspended from school

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.

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.

Reminder that we will announce our students of the month on Friday 9/27 at Morning Prayer (8:00 AM). Our focus value for this month is Knowledge.

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.

Registration is open and deadline is October 16th at 11:59 PM. You CANNOT MISS THE DEADLINE. There is a $71 registration fee.

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

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:

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