OLQA Family,

We had a wonderful first week of school! It was great to see students diving into the curriculum and doing some real learning! This represents our value this September, Knowledge. Mark your calendars for 9/27 to attend Morning Prayer for our Students of the Month showing Knowledge.

We also have some big events coming up. Our High School Fair is this Tuesday, 9/17 from 4:30 to 6:00. All 8th grade families MUST attend, but it is highly recommended for 6th and 7th grade families as well. Our First School Mass of the year is Wednesday 9/25 at 8:30 AM, marking the 9th anniversary of the Pope's visit to OLQA!

Finally, we are happy to announce Early Drop Off is up and running! The link to sign up follows below at it will start this Monday 9/16 for those families that register. Let's continue with a great week 2!

Best,

Mr. Sayer

Principal

Our Lady Queen of Angels School

Next Friday, 9/20 will be a B-Day. The uniform for that Friday is as follows:

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

Students who's families attended Back to School Night will receive a dress down pass for this Friday as well.

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 Language Exam, Week of 9/16
• Grades 6, 7, 8 = Tuesday 9/17
• Grades 3, 4 = Wednesday 9/18
• Grade 5 = Friday 9/20

• 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 tuition is due for next month on the 15th. Make sure to get in any payment by the 20th latest, as late fees will apply starting the 21st. 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 for tuition

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
• If there is no payment after 15 days from 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.

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.

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 this week. If you have not received a metro card please reach out to Ms. Jenniffer. jengarcia@olqaeastharlem.org

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.

Reminder that there will be a HS Fair on 9/17 at 4:30 in the OLQA gym. All 8th grade families must be there and 6th and 7th grade families are highly encouraged to attend.

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.

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