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Our Lady of Mercy School Voted Best Catholic School on Long Island
for the Second Year in a Row!
Long Islanders voted Our Lady of Mercy School Best Catholic School on Long Island for the second year in a row. Sr. Joanne Deegan was voted Best Principal and Sr. Mary Beth Faber was voted Best Teacher in the 2012 Long Island Best survey conducted by the Long Island Press.
Congratulations to all of our wonderful teachers and staff for making OLM the best Catholic School on Long Island!
Catholic Schools Week Events
Join us as we celebrate Catholic Schools Week!
Sunday, January 29th
- Open House from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM. All are invited to tour our school.
Monday, January 30th
- Catholic Schools Week Opening Liturgy and 8th Grade Pin Ceremony at 9:15 AM in the Upper Church. All are welcome.
Tuesday, January 31st
- Kids Day -- no uniform, a treat today, and no homework!
- Penny War at 12:45 PM
- Teacher vs. 8th Grade Volleyball Game at 1:15 PM
Wednesday, February 1st
- 7th and 8th Grade Speech Contest at 10:15 AM in the OLM Gym
- Open House School Visitation from 10:00 AM to 11:30 AM. All are welcome.
Thursday, February 2nd
- Open House School Visitation from 1:15 PM to 2:15 PM. All are welcome.
Friday, February 3rd
- Catholic Schools Week Closing Ceremony AT 9:15 am in the OLM Gym. All are welcome.
- Half Day - 11:30 dismissal!
- Teacher Appreciation Day!
We hope you will join us during Catholic Schools Week to learn more about all of the wonderful programs Our Lady of Mercy School has to offer your child. Administrators, teachers and parents will be on hand to provide you with a tour of our school and answer any questions you may have. If you are unable to join us during any of the open house dates/times listed above, please do not hesitate to call us at 516-433-7040 to schedule a private tour. We look forward to your visit.
Family Fun Night -- Saturday, February 11th!
6:00 to 9:00 PM in the OLM Gym
Cost is $10 per person (child or adult) and includes entertainment, DJ, games, drinks, chips, and dessert! Feel free to bring your own food. Paper products will be provided. And of course, we'll have terrific raffle prizes and a 50/50!
Reservations must be made in advance. Space is limited. NO tickets will be sold at the door. Please return your reservation form and payment by January 27th.
Volunteers are needed. Please contact Christine Mace at
cmace716@yahoo.com. Thank you.
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Registration for the 2012/13 School Year Has Begun
Tours are available. Please visit us during one of our Catholic Schools Week Open Houses (see above) or call the school office at 516-433-7040 to schedule an appointment. We look forward to your visit!
Registration requirements for grades 1-8:
- Baptismal Certificate or Birth Certificate if you are non-Catholic
- Doctor's Immunization Form
- Most recent report card
- Standardized test scores
- One-time $50 registration fee
- Parish envelope number
Registration requirements for Nursery, Pre-K and Kindergarten:
- Baptismal Certificate or Birth Certificate if you are non-Catholic
- Doctor's Immunization Form
- One time $50 registration fee
- Parish envelope number
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January Hot Lunch News
Wed. Jan. 25 - French Toast
Thurs. Jan 26 - Grilled Cheese
Parents -- Let Your Voice be Heard!
Did you know that
approximately $152 million for mandated services and comprehensive attendance policy reimbursement will be withheld from Catholic Schools unless Governor Cuomo includes it in the 2012-13 state budget and state legislature approves it?
Please take a moment to visit the
NYS Catholic Conference website to learn how you can help end discrimination against Catholics and your family. Thank you.
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8th Grade Families -- Save the Date!
The 8th Grade Dance will take place Saturday, March 31st, from 6 to 10PM. Stay tuned for more details...
Parents Please Read Important Letter From Bishop Murphy
Parents please choose one of the following links to open an important letter from Bishop Murphy regarding the closing of some Catholic Schools in the Diocese. You will receive a hard copy of this letter in the mail over the next few days. Thank you for all your support and we pray for the school communities that are closing.
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Our Lady of Mercy School among the Top Schools in Nassau County in Math and English Language Arts Proficiency
In their August 9, 2011 issue, Newsday published the results, by school district, of the New York State Standardized tests in Math and English Language Arts. The percentages represent those 8th grade students that met or exceeded the New York State proficiency standards. Our Lady of Mercy School ranked among the top schools in Nassau County. For results, click New York State Standardized Test Results.docx
Stop & Shop A+ School Rewards Program
Beginning October 7, 2011 through March 29, 2012 OLM can earn cash through the Stop & Shop A+ Rewards program. In order to earn the cash we need your help! All you need to do is register your Stop & Shop card online. Please click on either of the following links for instructions on how to register stop&shop.doc or stop&shop.jpg. We thank you for your support.
Does Your Company Have a Matching Funds Program?
If so, your donations to OLM can easily be doubled! Some companies will even "match" your volunteer time with dollars! In other words, if you volunteer at OLM, your employer will convert your volunteer hours into dollars and provide a check to OLM to match your efforts.
For more information, click 'School Information' to the left of your screen and go to 'On-going School Fundraisers.'