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The OLMA Overview -- September 7, 2017
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I love summer just as much as the next person, but I couldn't be more excited to get this new school year under way! Three days ago, we welcomed the 44-member Class of 2021 and nine transfer students, including our new Rotary Youth Exchange student from Italy. We welcomed back our sophomores, juniors and seniors who were anxious to see what's new -- and there was plenty.
Over the summer, we welcomed aboard Matt Lenguadoro as our new Athletic Director. We also added Nicole Donovan to the position of Health Science Instructor. She will teach Psychology, Exercise Science and Lifetime Fitness. Also new is Wes Jarrell who will be teaching French, a section of Spanish and Literature. We also officially welcomed Jennifer Valore as our new Dean of Academics & Leadership. She joined us as Lacrosse coach in the spring and began her newest role on July 1.
Academically, we've added a number of new Honors courses and three new Advanced Placement courses. We are also ready to kick off a new approach to extra-curricular clubs, as well as our Mini-Mester program. New for freshmen and sophomore students is our L2T Program developed by Ms. Valore. Designed to deliver leadership, life skills & technology education, L2T focuses on the incorporation of six key learning components: Lifetime Fitness, Bravery Training, Self Discovery, STEM 101, Public Speaking & Digital Literacy.
On the facilities front, our new MAC Lab is truly state-of-the-art. We can't wait to show it off on Back-to-School Night. We also outifitted our third-floor computer lab with laptops. The next time you are in the building, you may want to bring your workout clothes to test out our new fitness center, core exercise, erg, and team rooms now located above the pool.
As you can tell, there's a lot to be excited about at OLMA these days. As always, thank you for your support. I look forward to seeing you all soon. In the meantime, feel free to reach out to me with any questions, or simply to check in. Take care and welcome back. -- Mrs. Coyle
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Welcome back to the OLMA Overview's Student Spotlight. Each week, one student will be featured here. Students will be interviewed and photographed by Mrs. Kinkade on Monday mornings. It's a lot of fun! It's also a great way for your fellow students to get to know you. We also love showcasing the wonderful young women of OLMA to all of our weekly readers.
If you would like to be featured, please sign up with Mrs. Kinkade. The column will begin with next week's issue! For a look at some past profiles,
click here
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Seniors
Celebrate Last First Day of High School
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We can't wait to see all that you accomplish this year!
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OLMA Welcomes Class of 2021
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They are an amazingly diverse group of young women -- a mix of musicians, actors, athletes, equestrians, singers, and more -- all here to get the very most out of their high school years as part of the OLMA Sisterhood. Last week, our incoming freshmen participated in the first-ever "Big-Little Sleepover." The seniors did a wonderful job planning the event and joined their new little sisters in what was an awesome night.
On Tuesday, freshmen arrived, most with butterflies in their stomachs, but with friends waiting to see and welcome them back. Below are a few photo highlights:
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Are you ready to ROCK 'N RAISE? We are and hope you plan to join us for our party on September 30, from 7-11 PM in Carew Hall. Tickets -- just $25 -- are on sale now and include live music from Secret Sauce, dinner, dessert, and free beer. You may also BYOB. Guests must be at least 21 years old to attend. To find out more and purchase your tickets today,
please click here!
P.S. -- Volunteers are needed to help with set up, clean up and with check in and food stations the evening of the event. If you can help, even just for an hour, please let Mrs. Kinkade know ASAP. Thanks.
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Salerno Society Honors 2017 Hall of Fame Inductees at October 28 Dinner Event
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Please join us on Saturday, October 28, 2017 at Merighi's Savoy Inn as we honor and induct the newest members of the Salerno Society Hall of Fame. The evening is a grand one in celebration of Our Lady of Mercy Academy and the people who helped make it what it is today.
Doors open at 6 PM for cocktails. We hope to see you there. Our very own Mrs. C (top left) is one of this year's honorees! Also being honored are: Bifulco Farms (top right), 2009 Varsity Crew Team, Senior Quad Boat (bottom left), and Dr. Alexis Harvey (bottom right). We owe these individuals, families and alumnae athletes much thanks.
Tickets are $60 each and may be purchased online and by calling the school office at (856) 697-2008. The opportunity to reserve space for advertising or well wishes in our program booklet is also available.
To purchase tickets and/or reserve space in the program booklet,
click here
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OLMA's
Annual Communion Breakfast
will be held on Sunday, October 8, 2017, so please save the date! It's an absolutely beautiful morning that begins with the celebration of Mass followed by a full breakfast. Please mark your calendars for a morning with your OLMA family. More details coming soon.
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Click here
to see the trip itinerary and download a registration form. Get set to pack your bags!
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Thanks to the generosity of two families, Mr. Wes Jarrell's classroom is now outfitted with the coolest-ever "conference" tables! Of course, they will also make for some amazing ping pong!
We are grateful to the Reynold's Family from St. Augustine Prep for donating the funds used to purchase a brand new table and accessories. We also want to thank OLMA's own Riordan Family for donating their "like new" table to the cause. As you can see, both tables are a hit!
P.S. -- Ping Pong club coming in second semester!
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College Planning Resources Online
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This fall, admissions representatives from a wide variety of colleges and universities will be visiting OLMA. While here, they will provide information sessions for any students who are interested in learning more. This is a great opportunity to get all of your questions answered.
To see the visits scheduled so far, visit
College Planning Events
under the Guidance tab on our website. New dates are added daily, so please be sure to check back often. If you have any questions, please see Mrs. Szawlewicz in the College Guidance Office.
PARENT OF SENIORS PLEASE NOTE:
An important informational parent meeting will be held on Wednesday, September 13 at 6:30 PM at OLMA. At least one parent/guardian should plan to attend. Thank you.
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OLMA's new Field Hockey club team got its start this summer and will begin practices on Monday, September 11. Practices will be held on Mondays, Wednesdays and Thursdays from 3:00 PM to 5 PM. All are welcome -- just bring along a field hockey stick, shin guards, cleats, goggles and a mouth guard. Please contact Coach Morrell at coach.morrell@olmanj.org with any questions. She can't wait to hit the field!
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OLMA is now directly connected to the Cape Atlantic League's master scheduling system. It's awesome and contains information on game times, coaches, rosters, standings and more. This is definitely a page to add to your bookmarks.
Take a look here
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Spain Exchange -- Tuesday, September 12:
If you are among the OLMA or PREP students who will be going on the SPAIN EXCHANGE (or are still considering this trip), please mark your calendars for Tuesday, September 12, 2017 at 6:30 p.m. A family meeting will take place in the Consalo Dining Hall at St. Augustine Prep. Students and families are invited to attend.
PREP/OLMA Musical Auditions:
Tuesday, September 12 and Wednesday, September 13 at 3:00 PM in the PREP Study Commons.
Senior Parent Meeting:
Wednesday, September 13 at 6:30 PM
Picture Day:
Monday, September 18 for all students and faculty.
OLMA Back-to-School Night:
Tuesday, September 19
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We hope you enjoy the OLMA Overview. If you have questions or suggestions, please contact Mrs. Kinkade at 856.697.2008, ext. 140, or email her at: mrs.kinkade@olmanj.org
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