Dear Parents and Guardians,

Oratorical Contest

We are pleased to announce that we once again had our ORATORICAL CONTEST! This annual contest provides a wonderful forum for the development of our talented students’ oratorical skills. Congratulations to Kanisha Kapoor, Maximilian Lanzarone, Charles La Punzina, Hailee Llamas, J. Benjamin Louis, Amber Mangold, and Zara Showers, This was a great opportunity to foster the development of poise and confidence in our students and provide a medium to enhance the essential life skill of public speaking!

Congratulations to J. Benjamin Louis of the 8^th Grade as he will be representing OLMCA at the Diocesean Oratorical Contest in May! Thank you to Mrs. Hoffman for working so hard to organize the event and make it such a memorable experience for the students!

Fire Safey at OLMCA

The student council saw a need and they addressed it! Get ready for Mercy’s Fire Safety Extravaganza! On April 3^rd, we will have a very important visit from FDNY First Responders for Grades 2-8. They will also bring the “Smokehouse” which is the Mobile Fire Safety Experience Trailer. Students will have the opportunity to participate in a fire simulation complete with theatrical smoke. Keep your eyes peeled for a student created poster campaign.  Also listen for student announced safety tips in the morning. Thank you, Student Council, for planning a much-needed event!

Easter Basket Drive

OLMCA is partnering with St. John’s Prep High School to deliver Easter baskets to children in homeless shelters. Please consider donating new, non-candy items suitable for infants, children, and teens!

Crayons * Coloring Books * Small Dolls * Stuffed Animals * Baskets * Balls *

Toy Cars * Pails * Story Books * Jump Ropes * Chap-stick * Teen (ages 11-14)

Cosmetics * Hair Accessories * Craft Items * Building Sets * Eggs already stuffed with non-candy items

See more ideas at the Amazon Wish List:

https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/3FL68EJNQ9JZF/ref=nav_wishlist_lists_1

Donations welcomed through Wednesday, March 29. Please drop off items in the bin outside the School Office.

If you have any questions or would like to help pack baskets at Saint John’s Prep in Astoria, Queens, please reach out to Mrs. Bourgoine at [email protected]

New York State Testing Update

New York State Testing for Math, ELA, and Science is right around the corner. Grades 4,6, and 7 ELA and Math Exams will be given over two days. The ELA state exam is scheduled for April 19^th and April 20^th.  The Math state exam is scheduled for May 2^nd and May 3^rd. The Science Exam given in Grades 8 will have written and performance components. This is scheduled for June 5^th.  Grade 4 will no longer be taking the Science Exam. 

The Algebra Regents is scheduled for Thursday, June 15^th. In addition, the Earth Science Regents exam is scheduled for Friday, June 16^th.  

Easter Recess

As a reminder, Wednesday, April 5^th is a 12:30pm dismissal. There is no Extended Care on this day. Lunch will be served at 11:30am. Classes resume on Monday, April 17^th.  

Last Day of School

It’s hard to believe that we are already planning for the last few months of school. The last day of school is Thursday, June 22^nd. More information to follow on step-up dates for 3K, PreK, and Kindergarten once we return from Spring Break.

Re-registration 

Priority registration for current students and their relatives began on Tuesday, January 17^th.  Families must be current on this year’s tuition to register for next year. It is imperative that you return the form with the fee as soon as possible to ensure that your child has a seat for the 2023-2024 school year. All re-registration documents must be submitted as soon as possible. If you need an additional form, please contact Ms. Hinkson at [email protected].

Financial Aid

Financial aid applications for students in Grades K-8, who attend a Brooklyn or Queens School or Academy has begun. Once you have registered for next year, you can apply online for a Diocesan scholarship. Families who apply during the first round are the only ones eligible for the maximum scholarship. For more information, please visit: www.futuresineducation.org.

Scholarship Deadlines

• March 31, 2023- Returning Families who received an award in the previous academic year
• April 30, 2023- New Families (students who did not receive an award in previous academic year)

Sincerely,

Ms. McCann

Principal