Parent Grade Web Access (PowerSchool)
The parent portal has been closed as of Wed. May 16th. We appreciate your understanding as our teachers prepare comps and final grades. The portal will re-open after report cards have been given out.
May Lunch News
Please note the schedule below, there have been some changes from the printed school calendar you received.
Wed. May 16 - Pizza
Tues. May 22 - NO HOT LUNCH
Wed. May 23 - Salad w/ Grilled Chicken - $3.00
Thurs. May 24 - Grilled Cheese
Wed. May 30 - Bagels
Thurs. May 31 - Pizza
PIN Night (Parents Information Night)
Thurs. May 24th - 8:00 pm OLM Gym
Because of the importance of this meeting, at least one parent of every child enrolled in the school is expected to be present. Thank you.
Jog-A-Thon is coming Wed. May 30th
The Jog-A-Thon is Wed.May 30th 1:15 - 2:15 pm. Parents we are in need of water dispensers. If you can help us out even for just a few minutes that day we would greatly appreciate it and you will still be able to see your child run. Just visit the water table along the side of the school, thank you.
Comprehensive Attendance Policy
As a reminder of the Diocese attendance policy, please view the "Comprehensive Attendance Policy" located on the left side in "School Information" under "Policies and Procedures"
Parents...Show Your School Spirit...Travel Mugs and Car Magnets On Sale Now!
Each school family received an Our Lady of Mercy Best of Long Island 2012 car magnet. We encourage you to order additional car magnets for you and your extended family. At only $3 each, this is a great way to show our school spirit and an inexpensive and effective way to advertise our wonderful school. Travel mugs are also on sale for $3 each! See order form attached.
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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. OLM took third place behind two area high schools. Sr. Joanne Deegan took first place as Best Principal and Sr. Mary Beth Faber took second place in the Best Teacher category. The 2012 Long Island Best survey was 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!
Save the Date...American Girl Fashion Show Coming this October!
Over the weekend of October 19th, Our Lady of Mercy School will be hosting four American Girl Fashion Shows. Each show will consist of a two-hour fashion show highlighting the American Girl historical characters and their unique stories as well as contemporary fashions. The event will include elegant refreshments, party favors, raffles and door prizes. All proceeds from the weekend will benefit Our Lady of Mercy School.
Volunteers are needed to make this show an incredible success. Please email Mary Roccanova at mroccanova@yahoo.com if you would like to help. Thank you in advance for your support!
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
Registration for the 2012/13 School Year Has Begun
Tours are available. Please 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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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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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.'