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No School Monday:
Memorial Day Weekend

Please note there will be no school this Monday in honor of Memorial Day. School resumes on Tuesday for our final week of classes.

School Year Wrap Up
 

THURSDAY:
All-School Family Rosary
 | 8:30 a.m. | OLR Church
Embers families are invited to join us for a special all-school Rosary at Our Lady of Ransom as we give thanks for another wonderful school year! Please note that there will be no delayed start on Thursday. Students should arrive by 8:10 a.m. and will be dismissed at the usual time.
 

FRIDAY:
Last Day of School & Field Day
On Friday, we will celebrate the last day of school with our annual Field Day. All Sparks should wear their Embers spirit wear and get ready for a fun morning! Please note that dismissal for all students is at 11:30 a.m.; EDP is not available after school.

Used Uniform Drop Off
 
Kids grow fast! Please consider donating your gently used uniforms for the Embers Used Uniform Sale.
  • Uniforms can be dropped off at the Main Office now through Friday, June 5.
  • We will gladly accept used jumpers, skirts, polos, and pants in good condition. Any items that are stained or excessively worn cannot be resold and will be disposed of.
  • Our Used Uniform Sale will be held mid-August. More information will be available later this summer. 

Claim It Before It’s Gone!
 
Speaking of uniforms… our lost and found is bursting at the seams. To help reunite students with their missing items, our Lost and Found will be relocated to the breezeway through the end of the school year. Parents are welcome to stop by and search for anything their child may have misplaced. Any unclaimed items remaining after the last day of school will be donated. Don’t miss your chance to recover what’s been lost!

Report Cards Released June 8
 
Report cards will be available in your myEmbers account starting Monday, June 8. Terra Nova scores (4th & 5th grades) will be mailed to your home in June. Please email Christina Williams if you have any questions.

4th Grade
Living Art Museum

On Thursday, 4th Grade stepped into the spotlight during the Living Art Museum. Portraying famous works of art and their painting masters, our Sparks detailed the fascinating history of many historical paintings, including works from Vincent van Gogh, Edvard Munch, and Leonardo da Vinci. Their creativity truly brought history to life, and we are so proud of their hard work as we wrap up the school year!

More Living Art Photos!

Final Call for Art Camp!

Join us for an enriching art camp for ages 6-12, featuring Pedro the Paintbrush & his ‘cousins’ from the Art Room!

  • Paint a masterpiece on canvas
  • Create and paint your own sculpture
  • Explore unusual ways of painting with marbles, tissue paper, oil pastels, and shaving cream
  • Paint on paper, on ice, on the sidewalk, and more!
More Info | Sign up Today
Registration Deadline: Tuesday, May 26.

Items Due Monday, June 1:
  • Yearbooks: VIP Photography is now taking orders for the 2025-26 Embers yearbook. Orders are due by Monday, June 1.
    More Info | 
    Click to Order 
     
  • Student Health Disclosure: All students who have been diagnosed with a medical condition (such as allergies, asthma, diabetes, etc) must complete a Health Disclosure Form annually. This form, and any supporting documentation, must be completed by Monday, June 1. 
    Health Disclosure Form

Embers Summer Work Days
Embers will have a few work days over the summer where we will need volunteers to assist with the installation of playground swings, benches, and basketball hoops. Interested in learning more? Fill out the very short form HERE and we’ll send out work dates and times as items get delivered. Thank you in advance!

Summer Voice & Band Lessons
The Summer music program features voice lessons, band lessons, and a special “Fast Track” program for students interested in Advanced Band placement. 
More Information | Register Here
Registration Deadline: Tuesday, June 9. 

Did you get “The Scoop”?
Our annual Summer Scoop email has “the scoop” on summer learning, logistics, and activities. If you have not had a chance to do so, please click HERE to get check it out!

Newsletter Correction:
Last week’s Spark News included an incorrect meal train link for the Sledz family. The correct meal can be found HERE. Congratulations again to the Sledz family on the arrival of baby Lukasz!

May Crowning was a beautiful celebration honoring our Blessed Mother. 2nd Grade led the procession as we prayed the Rosary, followed by a representative from each class presenting a flower to Mary. It was a special afternoon for our school to come together in prayer.

Congratulations to our Music Kid performers, who showcased their talent and passion at the annual music recital.

Northridge Middle School Band had our Sparks dancing in their seats as they showcased a diverse musical selection, including opera and jazz

Please join us in celebrating the ordination of Deacon Jeffrey Ptacek! Deacon Ptacek was ordained on Saturday, May 16, at Holy Name Cathedral. Congratulations to the Ptaceck family including Mrs. Sarah Ptaceck (5th Grade teacher), John Ptacek (4th Grade), and Benjamin Ptacek (Embers alumnus). We are inspired by the way you have answered God’s call!

The Week Ahead:
May 28

– All-School Family Rosary (8:30 a.m. | OLR Church)
 

May 29

– Last Day of School!
– 11:30 a.m. Dismissal; NO EDP

 

Upcoming Events:
June 1
– Yearbook Orders Due
– Health Disclosure Due

June 8
– Report Cards Released

 

Fall Events:

September 2

– Back to School Fair (3:00-6:30 p.m.)
 

September 8

– First Day of School PreK (5 day) – 5th Grade
– 11:30 a.m. Dismissal
 
September 9
– 
First Day of School PreK (3 day)

September 13
– 
Ice Cream Social (2:00 – 4:00 p.m.)

September 24
– 
Curriculum Night (6:00 – 8:00 p.m.)  *Parents only


 





Who to Contact

Pablo Boville: Headmaster

Sylvia Casaletto: Office Manager
Student absences, late arrivals, early dismissals,
and student records. General questions about the school day.

Barbara Spencer: Business Mgr.
Tuition, billing, and EDP questions.

Christina Williams: Dir. of Operations
Information and questions about myEmbers.

Julene Barder: Admissions Mgr.
New student and sibling enrollment.

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