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The OLMA Overview -- September 8, 2016
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Welcome! We are so happy to have you back on campus and look forward to one of the most exciting years in OLMA history.
During a special assembly held yesterday, she introduced OLMA's exchange student from Spain, Marina Dolz Pejenuate. The first of her three host families are the Durhams.
Mrs. Coyle also highlighted our new website and video, and introduced the theme of the year: Pride Passion Purpose. "Take pride in everything you do, approach every challenge with passion and make sure that the actions you take have purpose -- and reflect the person you want others to know you are," said Mrs. Coyle. "I'm thrilled that this day is finally here and know that OLMA is where I'm meant to be."
Below: OLMA's "BIGS" and "LITTLES" on the first day of school.
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Meet Dana Durham, Class of 2017
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Dana Durham can't remember a time when she didn't want to come to OLMA. "My sister came here and she loved it," she said. "I couldn't wait for it to be my turn."
Dana may have followed her sister's footsteps on the way into OLMA, but she wasted no time making her own mark. Now a senior, Dana is Student Council President, Captain of the Softball team and organizer of the school's annual Blood Drive. She is a natural leader and the recipient of the 2016 Widener University Leadership Scholarship Award.
While she refers to all OLMA students as her sisters, she's playing a special role this year as host to OLMA's exchange student, Marina Dolz Pejenuate, from Spain. She and her family are enjoying the experience and have made Marina feel right at home.
When asked if she has any words of wisdom for prospective students, she said, "I've had an amazing experience here and can't believe I'm starting my final year of high school. My advice is to come and spend a day. I promise that you'll never want to leave."
Below: The Durhams (l to r): Marina, Emma (Class of 2015),
Mr. Durham, Mrs. Durham, and Dana
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OLMA's New Website is Up and Running
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We are live! We invite you to visit Our Lady of Mercy Academy on the web at:www.olmanj.org to learn more about us and why we're South Jersey's Premier Catholic High School for Young Women.
You'll find tons of new information, photos, videos, links to our social media pages, and more. If you know of someone who is interested in learning more about us, please let them know that they can sign up for Shadow Day (October 7) and Open House (November 10) directly from the site.
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New Cultural & Language Exchange Program Comes to OLMA and PREP
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If you've ever wanted to participate in a student exchange to Spain, now's your chance. Thanks to a new program with an Augustinian school in Spain, students from Our Lady of Mercy Academy and St. Augustine Prep have the opportunity to spend three weeks in Spain (January 3-23, 2017) as an exchange student.
Students will live with the family of a student attending the Augustinian school there. In turn, the host student will travel to the U.S. in in the spring (April 9-30, 2017) and stay with you. Students will attend school on both ends of the exchange, as well as have the opportunity to immerse themselves in a new culture and language.
An informational meeting for anyone interested in learning more about this program will be held tonight -- Thursday, September 8, at 6:30 PM in the Consalo Dining Hall at St. Augustine Prep. Additional details are also available in the flyer below. Click here for a larger version.
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Have you seen our new lobby? It's almost complete. We have some touching up to do and are still waiting for furniture, but we wanted to give you a look!
So many people volunteered time and services to make this project possible. They include: Melanie Druziako, Delgado Electric, Aulffo Painting, Barretta Plumbing, Highland Carpet, Viking Drywall, Tri Mark Building Contractors, Advanced Cabinetry, and DNS Solutions LLC.
We cannot thank you enough!
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OLMA Salerno Society Names
Hall of Fame Inductees
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Among Our Lady of Mercy Academy’s biggest supporters are the three individuals and one family selected for induction in the 2016 Salerno Society Hall of Fame. Recognized for the profound impact they’ve had on South Jersey’s premier, Catholic school for young women, this year’s slate of honorees includes: Victoria Imbesi (student athlete & OLMA alumna), Kathleen Valla (OLMA alumna), Thomas McCarville (Coach), and The Peter and Marie Dandrea family.
In their honor, OLMA will hold its annual Tribute Golf Classic on Tuesday, October 11, 2016 at the Galloway National Golf Club. Honorees will be inducted into the Salerno Society Hall of Fame at a dinner event being held on Friday, October 28, 2016 at The Greenview Inn in Vineland. All proceeds will go toward OLMA’s growing athletic program.
The Salerno Society was created in 2012 and is named in honor of Sister Mary Dolores Salerno, D.M., OLMA’s first principal. It was through her efforts that OLMA introduced sports as an integral part of the school’s curriculum.
“The mission of The Salerno Society is twofold,” said Society Chairperson, Bernadette Corwonski-Miller. “First, we want to honor Sister Dolores for her incredible commitment to OLMA as principal. In addition, we want to pay tribute to the many others who have contributed to the growth of our school as athletes, scholars, teachers, coaches, benefactors, and career professionals.”
For more information about how you can be part of the Tribute Golf Classic as a player or sponsor, contact Jerry Covella at 856.690.1999, or visit the event website at:
http://www.wix.com/olmaathletics/golf
. For tickets to the Salerno Society Hall of Fame dinner, call the main office at 856.697.2008.
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Start planning now for OLMA's 10-day trip to Spain and Italy! We travel during Easter Break (April 10-20, 2017) and will discover two of southern Europe's most enduring cultures. Remnants of Rome's long history remain all over the city, from the Colosseum to the Trevi Fountain. Across the Mediterranean in Spain, the local culture manifests itself at every corner. We will see it in action on lively Las Ramblas in Barcelona and in the artistic masterpieces at the Prado Museum in Madrid.
The trip includes:
- Round-trip transportation to and from OLMA
- Air-conditioned motor coach on tour
- Breakfast and dinner daily
- Full-time EF Travel Tour Director
- Sightseeing tours led by licensed guides
- Visits to special attractions per itinerary
- Evening activities
- Full medical, accident and baggage coverage
- Backpacks
- All tips and gratuities
- Departing from Philadelphia
- Full-time chaperones: Mrs. Blackshear & Mrs. Cavagnaro
Cost is $4350 for students and $4920 for adults. A $250 non-refundable deposit and completed enrollment form is needed to hold your spot. Please make checks payable to OLMA. Weekly payment plans are available via Mrs. Blackshear. The deadline to enroll is November 15.
Please email Mrs. Blackshear (pfb@olmanj.org) or Mrs. Cavagnaro (scav@olmanj.org) with any questions. P.S. -- Want to see video highlights from last year's trip? Click here!
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Welcome back to an exciting season of fall sports! Our teams are already off to a great start! You can stay up to date on our programs, schedules, results and more on the sports section of the OLMA website (www.olmanj.org) and on the school's master calendar. Please come on out and support our teams! Here are a few pictures from the last week! If you have other sports photos you'd like us to show off, please email them to: mrs.kinkade@olmanj.org.
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We had an awesome college tour this summer and have a lot planned on the Guidance front this year. You can keep track of it all on the new Guidance section of our website (www.olmanj.org). You can find all the dates for college visits, career fairs, college fairs, testing, and more.
Coming up quickly is a special meeting for Senior Parents on September 14th, at 6:30 PM in Room 107. We will be here to answer all of your college application questions.
Juniors and Seniors should plan to attend a College Fair at St. Augustine Prep on September 27.
We have a large number of colleges scheduled to visit with students. The list is updated daily, so please check the website for the more recent information.
September 12th - Mt. St. Mary's College, 10:00 AM
September 16th - Cabrini College, 10:00 AM
September 19th - Catholic University, 1:00 PM
September 20th - Franklin & Marshal College, Time TBD
September 21st - Albright College, 10:20 AM
September 23rd- Notre Dame of Maryland University 10:00 AM
September 27th - Gwynedd University 10:00 AM
September 27th - St. Peters University, 1:00 PM
September 29th - NJIT, 8:30 AM
October 3rd - Sacred Heart University, Time TBD
October 5th - Rider University 10:00 AM
October 6th - Merrimack College, 1:15 PM
October 12th - University of Scranton, 9:30 AM
October 14th - Johnson & Wales University, 10:00 AM
October 18th - Immaculata University, 10:00 AM
November 2nd - Mercyhurst College, 9:30 AM
November 7th - -Moravian College, Time TBD
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Be Part of the OLMA/PREP Play!
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We hope you enjoy the OLMA Overview. If you have questions or suggestions, please contact Mrs. Kinkade on ext. 140, or email her at: mrs.kinkade@olmanj.org
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