Girls and boys in 4th-7th grade attended Fantastic Friday Night on October 12. The theme of the evening was Super Leadership Night. Sessions were planned by Academy of Our Lady’s Student Council and designed to teach students the fundamental characteristics of a leader. Students took part in various activities including planning a fundraising event, creating capes with descriptions of leadership skills, learning about past great leaders and harnessing the keys to good communication and listening. To view photos click on the title of this post.

On October 8 Academy of Our Lady students celebrated Mass and new members of the Sparkles of Light Club received their pins as they read an entrustment to our blessed Mother, Mary. Sparkles of Light is a club open to all students at Academy of Our Lady who love Mary. The purpose of Sparkles of Light is to deepen devotion to Her in order to love like Her, serve like Her and live like Her. To view photos click on the title of this post.

Academy of Our Lady’s annual Pink Game benefiting Oshsner Cancer Research was held October 9. Academy of Our Lady students painted the gym pink while supporting the volleyball team as they played Belle Chasse High School. Pre-game activities included a pink-themed photobooth hosted by the photography club, tailgate games, a bake sale and a special ceremony coordinated by the Academy of Our Lady Cheerleaders to honor those who have been affect by breast cancer. To view pictures click on the title of this post.

The Sparkles of Light Club, which is devoted to the Blessed Mother, held a sock and towel drive for those in need October 1-5. All items collected were donated to the Harry Thompson Center. To view photos click on the title of this post.

Academy of Our Lady's student columnist senior Emilie Adams visited Lourdes, France on a pilgrimage this summer. To read all about her experience click on the title of this post.

Thank you to everyone who joined us for Fall Fest! Pumpkin Patch, Fun Run, Cornhole Tournament, food trucks and booths hosted by Academy clubs! It was a wonderful time with family & friends, delicious food and good music from D. D. Shock, Jr & Sumtin Sneaky, 4x4 Connection and Aaron Foret. Thank you to everyone who made Fall Fest a reality. We can't wait to do it again next year! Click the title of this post to view photos.

The recent pep rally, hosted by student council and the AOL Cheerleaders, on September 28 honored fall athletic teams including swimming, cross country and volleyball. Members of the 2018 State Championship Bowling Team received their championship rings. Athletes who received district honors last year were presented with their patches for their letterman jackets. The pep rally culminated with the seniors winning the megaphone for the most spirit points! To view photos click on the title of this caption.

A group of Academy of Our Lady Cheerleaders performed during halftime in Tiger Stadium in Baton Rouge on Saturday, September 22 as the Louisiana State University Fighting Tigers defeated the Louisiana Tech University Bulldogs. “To experience performing in front of a sold out crowd is unlike any other and it was both nerve racking and exhilarating,” sophomore Kaitlyn Shipley said.