This Week at Our Lady of the Lake!

Our Lady of the Lake School is committed to the Word of God through living out the Good News of Jesus Christ. A supportive educational team of students, staff, parents, and community aims at providing a creative, Christian learning environment. An emphasis is placed on developing students’ individual abilities, promoting social awareness, and encouraging them to become responsible, contributing members of church and society.

Dear OLL Families,

As we have begun Thanksgiving week, it is with a sense of gratitude and warmth that I reach out to our cherished school community. Thanksgiving is not just a holiday; it is a time to reflect on the blessings we share and to appreciate the importance of family and community in our lives.

In the midst of our busy lives, it is easy to lose sight of the significance of spending quality time with our loved ones. This Thanksgiving, let us make a conscious effort to be present with our families. Whether you are gathering around the dinner table, sharing stories, or engaging in simple yet meaningful activities, let these moments be a reminder of the precious gift of togetherness.

Our Lady of the Lake School has always been a community that values compassion, gratitude, and unity. As we celebrate Thanksgiving, let us extend these virtues to our homes and neighborhoods, creating a ripple effect of kindness and love. May this holiday season be filled with warmth, gratitude, and the joy of being surrounded by those we hold dear.

Wishing you and your loved ones a Thanksgiving filled with blessings, laughter, and the true spirit of togetherness.

Have a beautifully blessed week,

Mr. Conroy

Dear Parents,

Our school has partnered with Hallow, the #1 Catholic prayer platform to provide Hallow as a resource to strengthen both the mental and spiritual health of the school community.

Hallow contains over 10,000 audio-guided prayers spanning from quick minute meditations to entire holy hours, dozens of music albums and ‘praylists,’ and everything in between. The app is specifically designed to offer something for everyone, and in the classroom we’ll use Hallow to help:

Through the school's partnership, you have the option to create an account on behalf of your student to access everything on the platform, including hundreds of prayers specifically designed for Kids, Teens, and Families. Pray along on evenings and weekends!

1. Go to https://access.hallow.com/redeem/code

2. Enter the following promo code:

• OurLadyoftheLakeNJstudents2425

Here's a short article on how to add a promo code if you need assistance.

If you have any questions or if there is anything we can offer up in prayer on your behalf, please do not hesitate to reach out to us or the Hallow team directly at schools@hallow.app.

Hi, I’m Jaela, and I’m thrilled to be joining the Lady of Our Lake School community! I’m a Montclair State University graduate with a degree in psychology and a passion for connecting with and helping others. Outside of work, I love taking my puppy on long walks, visiting the dog park, traveling, and trying new foods. Italy has been my favorite destination so far! I’m excited to be part of the OLL team and can’t wait to meet everyone!

Please join me in welcoming Ms. Garcia to Our Lady of the Lake School! Ms. Garcia will begin at OLL on Monday, December 2nd!

Our instrumental music teacher Mrs. Tipnis is looking for first grade students who would like to learn the violin. If there is interest, please contact the main office and we will put you in contact with Mrs. Tipnis.

Thank you!

The deadline for the Dec. FFF, has been extended to Monday Dec. 2nd. Get your orders in!

Please be advised of the following important policy:

If your student is absent from school on any given day, they are not permitted to participate in any afterschool sports or activities on that same day.

This policy ensures fairness and promotes regular school attendance. We appreciate your cooperation in upholding this rule.

If you have any questions or concerns, please don't hesitate to contact the school office.

Thank you for your understanding and support.

Your cold is MOST CONTAGIOUS in the FIRST 2-3 DAYS when the SYMPTOMS SNEEZING, COUGHING, and a RUNNY NOSE are at their WORST!

TIMELINE

• BEFORE SYMPTOMS START? YES! You can be contagious even if you do not feel sick, which occurs about 1 DAY before symptoms kick in!
• DAY 1 to 3: PEAK CONTAGIOUS PERIOD
• DAY 4 to 7: STILL CONTAGIOUS, but less so
• AFTER DAY 7: LOWER CHANCE of SPREADING the VIRUS

HOW CAN YOU STOP YOUR COLD FROM SPREADING?

• STAY HOME
• COVER YOUR MOUTH and NOSE when COUGHING or SNEEEZING
• DISINFECT SURFACES: GERMS can LINGER on DOORKNOBS, PHONES, KEYBOARDS and DESKS so WIPE THEM DOWN REGULARLY
• WASH YOUR HANDS FREQUENTLY, SOAP and WATER are your BEST DEFENSE AGAINST SPREADING VIRUSES
• USE HAND SANITIZER when soap and water are not available
• WEAR a MASK if you need to go out, a mask can keep your germs from spreading to others

DOES TAKING MEDICATION REDUCE HOW LONG a COLD is CONTAGIOUS?

NO! Medication like TYLENOL or IBUPROFEN can help with symptoms but they will NOT shorten the duration of contagiousness.

REST, HYDRATION and ISOLATION are STILL ESSENTIAL!

REFERENCE: City MD

• December 6, 2024 – Middle School Dance 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm

• December 14, 2024 – Pre-K through Fourth Grade Breakfast with Santa 9:00 am to 11:00 am

11/25: Forensics

11/26: Lake Serves Sandwich Making

11/26: NO Instrumental Music

11/26: Chess Club - 3:00 p.m.

11/27: PreK Thanksgiving Show!

11/27: End of First Trimester - Early Release Day - 12:10 p.m.

11/28 - 11/29: SCHOOL CLOSED - Thanksgiving Recess

12/6: First Friday - Early Release Day - 12:10 p.m.

12/6: Middle School Dance - 7:00 p.m.

12/9: School Mass - Solemnity of the Immaculate Conception - 8:30 a.m.

12/17: K - 3 Christmas Concert - 1:30 p.m.

12/17: 4 - 8 Christmas Concert - 7:00 p.m. - Church

12/20: PreK 3 & 4 Holiday Show - 10:00 a.m.

Email: tconroy@myoll.org
Website: https://myoll.org/
Location: 26 Lakeside Avenue, Verona, NJ, USA
Phone: 973-239-1160
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ollverona