LAKE LIFE
May 2024/Issue 22
Congratulations to the OLL Class of 2024!
Earlier this month we celebrated the special young men and women whose years at OLL culminated in their graduation from Eighth Grade! We wish these students all the best as they continue to grow and flourish in high school!
Calling All Alumni!
The incredible support of our current families and parish community during our recent Lake Madness event raised more than $30,000, enabling us to expand and improve the OLL playground to create a more vibrant and engaging outdoor space able to serve a wider range of students.
Now, as proud graduates of Our Lady of the Lake School who carry with you the cherished memories and invaluable education that shaped your lives, you have an incredible opportunity to give back and ensure future generations benefit from the same exceptional experience you shared.
We're embarking on an exciting journey to enhance our beloved alma mater with crucial building improvements and state-of-the-art technology upgrades. Your support is vital in making this vision a reality.
Whether you graduated recently or decades ago, your contribution—no matter the size—will make a significant impact. Together, we can empower OLL to continue fostering excellence and providing students with the tools they need to succeed.
Ways to give:
- Click the button below to donate by Credit/Debit card.
- Checks made payable to Our Lady of the Lake School can be mailed to:
Our Lady of the Lake School
26 Lakeside Avenue
Verona, NJ 07044
- Matching Gifts: Ask your employer about matching gift opportunities. Many corporations have programs that may double or even triple your gift to Our Lady of the Lake School
Join us in preserving and advancing the legacy of academic excellence and community spirit at OLL. Click the link below to donate and help us build a brighter future for generations to come!
Welcome Back!
Welcome Back OLL Class of 1974!
What an incredible day we had welcoming back the Class of 1974 to their cherished alma mater! The reunion began with a beautiful Mass, where old friends and classmates gathered to reminisce and celebrate. Following the heartfelt service, everyone enjoyed a nostalgic tour of the school, reliving cherished memories and creating new ones together.
Thank you to all who joined us for this special occasion. Your presence made it truly unforgettable! Here's to the enduring bonds and the legacy of excellence that started right here!
Interested in Returning for a Visit?
Join us to see all the ways OLL has changed and all the ways we have stayed the same. Come on your own or we can help reunite you with your classmates! Email the OLL Alumni Association at ollalumniassociation@gmail.com to arrange a visit.
Alumni Spotlight
Erin Araneta - OLL Class of '20
Congratulations to Erin Araneta, the Mount St. Dominic Academy Valedictorian for 2024!
During her time at MSDA, Erin has been a Varsity member of the Volleyball team, as well as a member of the Diversity Club, Chinese Club, Filipino Club, Drama Club, Big Sister program, the Secretary of Inclusion, and a Student Ambassador. In addition to being a contributing member to two of the Mount's literary publications, Argosy and The Golden Fleece, Erin acted as moderator at the U.N.'s International Day of the Girl Summit in New York City. Erin has earned spots in the National Honor society, International Thespian Society, Spanish Honor Society, U Alpha Theta, Science National Honor Society, and was the 2024 recipient of the Linda Arndt Award in Social Studies. Erin is going on to study International Affairs at Seton Hall University.
Way to go, Erin! We are so proud of you!
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