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Students and their families had the opportunity to attend the annual college fair hosted by the Academy of Our Lady Guidance Office on Wednesday, October 9. With more than 30 university representatives in attendance, students had numerous options to explore and research as they begin to determine where they will attend college in the future. To view photos click on the title of this post.

The National English Honor Society is hosting their annual Book Drive October 13 - October 17. All students are encouraged to bring in used books to be donated to Friends of the Jefferson Parish Library. NEHS has a goal of collecting 521 books. For more information click on the title of this post.

Fall Fest was great success and it couldn’t have been possible without the Papa Penguins, our sponsors, clubs, AOL cheer and all those who supported the fest! Thank you so much for making such a fun weekend possible. The second day of Fall Fest included delicious food from our clubs and food trucks, the Fun Run created by the AOL Cheerleaders and performances by Clark Knighten and Ryan Foret. To view photos click on the title of this post.

Open to middle school girls who are interested in living a day in the life of a penguin! Penguin Preview is the perfect opportunity for prospective students to experience Academy of Our Lady. Held during the school day, students will have the opportunity to attend classes with an Academy student, meet members of the student body and faculty, as well as take a tour of the Academy of Our Lady campus! Click on the title of this post for more information and to register.

The Academy of Our Lady Cheerleaders rallied the school together for the annual Pink Volleyball Game on October 3. The volleyball team defeated De La Salle. Before the game students tailgated in the student courtyard participating in different games and activities, sponsored by the National Art Honor Society, Photography Club and Key Club. In addition to overseeing Pink Game events, the cheerleaders also hosted a bake sale. Homerooms decorated the gym wall mats as part of a competition for the best pink decorations. All proceeds raised, about $5,000, will be donated to Ochsner Health System in support of Breast Cancer Research. To view photos click on the title of this post.

The first day of Fall Fest 2019 is in the books! Festin’ continues tomorrow beginning at 3 pm until 10 pm. Fun Run check – in begins at 3:30 pm with the race starting at 4:30 pm. There will also be live music and great food. For photos click on the title of this post.

Academy of Our Lady offered a preview of the Fall Fest Pumpkin Patch to local grammar schools as a field trip opportunity. One hundred students from St. Rosalie and Our Lady of Perpetual Help along with their parents visited the patch for pumpkins, games, face paint and more. Thank you so much for joining us this morning. We hope our guests had as much fun as we did. The Pumpkin Patch will open at 6 pm to kick off our annual Fall Fest. It is today only. For more photos click on the title of this post.

The annual Fall Pep Rally was held September 27. Athletic teams including swim, volleyball and cross country were honored during the rally. Students and teachers took part in class games to earn spirit points. The seniors were awarded the megaphone for earning the most spirit points. For pictures click on the title of this post.

Seniors from Archbishop Shaw High School joined Academy of Our Lady seniors for pizza during lunch in the chapel courtyard on September 17. To view pictures click on the title of this post.

We are excited to announce a new addition to the annual Fall Fest. Academy of Our Lady's Parent Club will host Glow Dance in the cafeteria! on Friday, October 4 For all the details click on the title of this post.

Come join us for our Fall Fest Fun Run, an exciting race on Academy of Our Ladyʼs campus with obstacles, bubbles, inflatables, and much more! After the run, we encourage you to stay and enjoy the live music and food trucks at Fall Fest. The entry fee may be paid by cash or by check to Academy of Our Lady. For the entry form click on the title of this post!

Pre-freshmen attended their first Academy of Our Lady class retreat on September 20. Senior Lorynn Coulon gives us a brief insight to their experience. Click here to read Lorynn's story and to view pictures.

The Academy of Our Lady Volleyball Team defeated Central Lafourche on September 17 in 3 sets with the score of 25-20, 25-7, and 25-10. Academy of Our Lady is currently 6-0. The team traveled to New Jersey and New York City to play fellow Salesian school Mary Help of Christians Academy this weekend. For more click on the title of this post. #GeauxPenguins

Five members of Academy of Our Lady’s Key Club visited the residents at Woldenberg Village on Saturday, September 14. While there senior Rachelle Sancho, senior Kaylin Bair, senior Amber Verdin, freshman Kidron Romoser and freshman Sanaa Frazier assisted with set up for a Hawaiian themed barbecue for the residents. In addition to setting up, the students spent their time serving the residents while getting to know them. Everyone had a wonderful time. For more click on the title of this post.

Archbishop Shaw High School joined Academy of Our Lady for Mass on September 12. In addition to worshiping together, the schools also inducted their student council members following Mass. Principals from both schools, Dr. Mark Williams and Sr. Michelle Geiger, expressed that it is an honor to be elected a student leader. They highlighted the importance of being a role model for their peers and the great responsibility the students have been entrusted to uphold. For more click on the title of this post.

Academy of Our Lady students, faculty and alumnae kicked off their weekend Friday night on September 6 by supporting the Archbishop Shaw Football Team as they played against Higgins High School. To view photos click on the title of this post.

Academy of Our Lady’s robotics team, Power Struck Girls, traveled to Denham Springs on Saturday, August 24, to compete in the annual DOW Red Stick Rumble. More than twenty teams competed in this off-season event to get energized for the new school year and new robotics season. The Power Struck Girls had a strong performance in the qualifying matches, with their robot Portia accomplishing many required tasks. To view pictures click on the title of this post.

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.