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Students ended their second week of school with the annual Back to School Dance on August 23. The theme for the evening was Neon Galaxy. Click on the title of this post to view pictures.

The Back to School assembly was held August 23. New members of the Academy of Our Lady family received pins from their senior big sisters. Student representatives from each grade level competed in activities for the most spirit points. The seniors reigned victorious receiving the megaphone for the first assembly of the year. Click on the title of this post to view pictures.

With more than 25 clubs there is something for everyone at Academy of Our Lady. Students pursued the club offerings during the annual Club Fair on August 22. In addition to meeting club members, students were able to sign up for the clubs they wish to join. Click on the title of this post to view photos.

Academy of Our Lady's Math, Science and Health Science departments are excited to host an evening filled with all things STEM for girls in 4th-7th grade on Friday, September 13. Activities include a space race scavenger hunt, polymer alien worms, stomp rockets and so much more! Cost to attend is $5.00. Registration is required by September 11 and will be taken on a first come, first served basis. For more information and to register click on the title of this post.

Parents and guardians were invited to Parent Back to School Night on August 20. Attendees began with a presentation featuring members of the administration, Parent Club and Papa Penguins. Following the presentation portion of the evening parents walked through their daughter's academic schedule which allow them to meet teachers and staff. To view photos click on the title of this post.

Pre-freshmen were welcomed to the Academy of Our family by their senior big sisters on August 10 at the annual Family Day! Click on the title of this post to view pictures.

Academy of Our Lady celebrated the Feast of the Assumption with the first school Mass of the year on August 15. To view pictures click on the title of this post.

Academy of Our Lady is seeking a full-time Director of Alumni and Community Relations to foster relationships with constituents and manage school fundraising events. For more information click on the title of this post.

Orientation was held for pre-freshmen on August 8 while freshmen, sophomores, juniors and seniors attended orientation on August 9. Students heard from administration and had the opportunity to meet their teachers who reviewed course syllabi and outlined expectations for the school year. Pre-freshmen also participated in icebreakers coordinated by Student Council to allow them to better know their new classmates. To view pictures click on the title of this post.

The 2019-2020 school year is off to a great start! Campus was filled with students and their parents for Book Day on August 7 which marked the official start of the school year. Students received their iPads, took their yearbook photo, picked up their class schedules and agenda books all in preparation for a successful year! To view photos click on the title of this post.