2024 Annual Report

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Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to him, and he will make your paths straight.

Proverbs 3: 5-6

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Principal ear Alumni, Grandparents, Parishioners, and Families, We are pleased to share with you our theme for this year, from Proverbs 3:5-6: “Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge Him, and He will make your paths straight.”

This beautiful scripture resonates deeply with us all, reminding us of God’s unwavering trustworthiness. He guides us through challenges and encourages us to embrace new adventures, whether it’s tackling algebra, writing book reports, or enjoying kickball.

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This past year has been filled with meaningful changes, accomplishments, and growth, all made possible by your generous support. We are happy to announce that we have once again increased our student enrollment, with most classes reaching full capacity and several having waiting lists. Additionally, we’ve enhanced our support for our kindergarten to fifth grade students with more aides and focused reading assistance. Our music program has also expanded to offer band, choir, and orchestra for all middle school students, alongside our engaging electives in Spanish, drama, engineering technology, and photography.

Find links to these wonderful programs at the bottom of our school home page:

Our extracurricular programs have thrived this year as well. Holy Hoops is celebrating its ninth year,with record participation and continued engagement from our student alumni, all supported by our wonderful community sponsors. We are proud to have participated in the Archdiocese of Seattle Catholic Junior High Academic Decathlon for the first time, where our team excelled, earning second place in the logic competition and third place overall.

Come see what Assumption has to offer!

Thanks to our successful Fund the Need campaign at the auction in March, we were able to remodel three classrooms and introduce new technology in three others. We also completed essential updates to our cherished old school, including replacing the gymnasium windows.

As we work to foster an even more vibrant Catholic community, this year we invite all our students to participate in “Spirit Sundays” by wearing their dress uniforms to Mass. This not only builds school spirit but also showcases the bright and talented students whose growth your contributions support.

In this annual report, you’ll find a glimpse of our past year and an overview of our aspirations for the future. We are grateful for the dedication of our volunteers, the generosity of our partners, the hard work of our faculty, the support of our family community—and, of course, our incredible students.

Thank you for being an essential part of our journey.

Gratefully yours,

We extend our heartfelt gratitude to Mrs. Evans for taking on the role of principal this school year. In addition to her leadership responsibilities, she dedicates two periods each day to teaching middle school math. Her commitment to service and her strong faith are invaluable assets, and we deeply appreciate her contributions as we strive to fulfill our mission.

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IMPORTANT DATES: Financial Aid deadline:

December 31, 2024

General Enrollment opens: March 3, 2025

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Growing Great Kids Auction & Gala: March 3, 2025

Lesson from Legends

Mrs. Kerry Thomas Mrs. Kerry Thomas devoted 18 years to Assumption and an impressive 28 years to Catholic education. She selflessly postponed her retirement twice to ensure our current sixth grade students received the support they deserved in fourth and fifth grades. Last year, she took the initiative to learn the fifth-grade curriculum, demonstrating her commitment to her students' growth.

Throughout her career, she was consistently a passionate advocate and cheerleader for her students.

Without fail, Kerry went the extra mile to be sure each of her kids felt seen and supported in her classroom. We look forward to seeing Mrs. Thomas in the hallways again as a substitute (and anything else we can think up to have her around)!

„ “May goodness and mercy follow each precious teacher all the days of their long, healthy lives.

Lord, bless them and keep them. Make Your face shine upon them, and be gracious to them.

Lord, lift up Your countenance upon them and give them peace.”

Add to the calm,„ not the-Mrs.chaos!

Kerry Thomas

Mrs. Paige McClurg Mrs. Paige McClurg began her teaching career at Assumption in 2001, dedicating 23 years to our school. Throughout her time here, she taught both kindergarten and first grade, showcasing a remarkable gift for helping children learn to read. She has guided hundreds of students on their reading journeys! Her beloved traditions of recognizing students with “Roscoe Rewards” (followed

by Remy, pictured) and her "store" have become legendary. Many families

fondly recall clearing out their toy boxes to donate items, only to see those very treasures return when Mrs. McClurg opened her store!

Kerry and Paige, your retirement marks the end of an era, but your legacy as teachers and mentors will live on. You've touched so many lives, and we're grateful for all the hard work, dedication, and inspiration you brought to our classrooms. Thank you for sharing your talents and faith with us!

SAYING GOODBYE TO A REMARKABLE LEADER With equal parts sadness and gratitude, the Assumption Catholic School and Whatcom Family parishes bid goodbye to Mr. Dan Anderson in June after eight years of selfless service as our principal.

As expected, he is already thriving in his new position as superintendent of schools for the Diocese of Monterey in California. His family, including his mom and kids in college, are together again in the state he hails from. We are thrilled for them and want to take a small part of this year’s report to recognize what a gift he has been to our community.

A school principal, particularly a Catholic school principal, is many positions rolled into one: educator, spiritual leader, manager, financier, therapist, community liaison… the list goes on. It was a huge responsibility that Dan made look easy and a vocation that he obviously treasured and took very seriously. During his tenure, he was the heart and soul of our school, leading with unparalleled dedication and warmth. His welcoming spirit, calm nature, and genuine kindness touched the hearts of every single member of our Assumption family.

Under his guidance, our school flourished. When Dan took the reins in the summer of 2016, the school had been through some pain. Our enrollment that year was just 147 K-8 students and Assumption was just getting by financially. By

fostering an environment where every child and family felt valued and through the dedication of our teachers and staff, we are beginning the 202425 school year very differently: 228 K-8 students are enrolled (a 55% increase), much-needed repairs and improvements to our aging building have been made, our teachers are making a more liveable wage, students are enjoying an enhanced curriculum that includes band, orchestra, and extra reading support by highly-qualified teachers, and many other beneficial changes. Dan would say this is through the tireless work of our teachers, volunteering families, and generous donors. All true! But his leadership and warmth have been integral to inspiring so many people to love and care for this school.

Mr. Anderson was an exceptional leader who held himself to Christ’s example in his interactions with every person he encountered. His legacy will live on in our community for years to come. As we reflect on the remarkable journey we've shared with Dan, we can't help but feel immense gratitude for his unwavering commitment to making Assumption Catholic School a place filled with laughter, learning, and most importantly, LOVE.

Our farewell assembly honoring Mr Anderson

The Andersons at daughter, Evelyn’s, graduation from Bellingham High School

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“HIS LEADERSHIP AND WARMTH HAVE BEEN INTEGRAL TO INSPIRING SO MANY PEOPLE TO LOVE AND CARE FOR THIS SCHOOL.”

2024 Growing Great Kids Auction & Gala Our incredible Parent Teacher Club (PTC) truly outdid themselves with a Growing Great Kids Auction and Gala that will be remembered for years to come! The atmosphere was filled with love, and guests were both enthusiastic and generous.

We are so grateful for you!

Enormous thanks to our 2024 auction leaders,

Torry Dechert and Krissy Abbey (top left)

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Mr. Jeff Ziels HE’S BACK, BABY

ELEVATES OUR AUCTION TO NEW HEIGHTS The auction is always a special night, but this year was extraordinary! This success is largely due to Mr. Jeff Ziels’ return to the microphone, where he delivered our most successful event ever. His engaging and dynamic personality just makes people want to buy whatever he is selling! We are incredibly grateful for his passion for Assumption Catholic School and for sharing his talents with us. We view this as a calling that Jeff is answering to help make Assumption affordable and accessible for all children. Thank you, Jeff, for sharing your time and talent, and creating treasure for our beloved school!

FUNDED THE NEED

LIVE AUCTION

$84,700

$54,300

36%

23%

SPONSORSHIP

CASH DONATIONS

$50,800

6%

21%

$238,453 TOTAL RAISED

$14, 258 SILENT AUCTION - 6% • $12, 020 DESSERT DASH - 5% • $54,300 RAFFLES • 2% ANNUAL

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ANNUAL GIVING

2023-24 Assumption Catholic School gratefully acknowledges the generosity of the individuals and organizations who invest in building our educational tradition. Our deepest thanks to all who gave to our Annual Fund, Foundation, Fund the Need (Auction), Fun Run, or sponsored any one of our events.

Your contributions made all the difference!

This report represents financial contributions (non-purchases) made from July 1, 2023 to June 30, 2024.

Every attempt has been made to ensure the accuracy of this list of donors. In the event you should notice an error or omission, please accept our apologies and notify Dayna Dennis in the Development Office (ddennis@assumption.school).

[$10,000 +] Anonymous Anonymous Anonymous James & Jean Gibson Carol Grumney † Patricia Kust Gerald & Barbara Millman Robert & Sara Rush

[$5,000 – $9,999] Mary Rose Diefenderfer John & Anna Getchell Neal & Rafeeka Kloke Sacred Heart Catholic Church Soy House Restaurant Lance & Deborah VanderHoek

[$2,000 – $9,999] Christopher & Krissy Abbey Melissa Alves Bill & Mary Chambers Cruisin' Coffee CSD Attorneys at Law Dan & Katherine Deets † Financial Plan, Inc. Fujisan Sushi Fr. Albert Grasher Craig & Melissa Hanson # Hard Drive Marine Jeff Holmes & Gita Rabbani Janicki Industries, Inc. Scott & Carolina LeTellier Steve & Chris Mura #

Warren & Jan Ochs † PeaceHealth Medical Center People's Bank Joseph & Kathy St Hilaire Evan & Elisabeth Stark James Sturdevant John & Erica Van Mieghem Matt & Jill VonFeldt †#

[$1,000 – $1,999] Seth & Susan Anderson Ralph Bachmeier Anne Birch Clarence & Grace Bob Richard Budzich Jesse & Alicia Cantu Cascade Oral Medicine Lee Chaffee-Birnbaum Joe & Lilianna Deck Kyle & Dayna Dennis # Enfield Farms Manny & Chris Eusebio # David Gavareski Hayes Development Group Nick Hertlien & Nicola Repanich Inn at Lynden Mark & Staci Johnson Lawrence & Rita Kerstiens Jack & Michele King # Kingworks Structural Engineers Kirk Dechert Farmer's Insurance Andrew & Angela Krzysiek Randy Lahote Dakotah & Jessica Lane Mike & Karen Moore

† In memory of Steve Mura § In honor of Antonio Lee Castrejon

Fr. Jeffrey Moore # Mura Family † Prodigy Plumbing Andrew Remien & Marijoyce Leynes RJ Group Joseph & Judy Serkes † Michael & Sara Shoff Shoff Orthodontics Patrick & Rebecca Skaggs | Judith Smith St. Joseph Catholic Church, Ferndale Philip Tenkhoff Gabriel & Jaimee Twining Nathan & Lisa Twining # Sean & Carrie Veldman Walter Wang & Amy Sheng Westford Funeral Home Devin & Stephanie Wolf Carollyn Yorkston † Brian Zender & Paula Martin-Zender † # Larry & Jan Ziels †

[$500 – $999] Clairene Almond Dan & Hana Anderson # Eric & Aimee Bachmeier Scott & Jessica Baldwin Alan Chang & Kim Koyamatsu † Li fu Chen & Maioyu Zhen John & Jane Chmelik Mary Ann Coughlin James & Nancy Deasy Eric Wenzel DDS PS

| In memory of Camille Skaggs

John & Linda Farmer † Feller Heating & Air Conditioning Anne Freeman } Michael & Lauren Gastauer Linda Gill Douglas Head Greg & Devon Herrling Alex & Anna Higgins John & Katie Janicki Michelle Jones Ryan & Angie King † # Jack & Lynette Machinski John & Deborah McConaghy † Mt. Baker Imaging Northwest Foot & Ankle Institute Petz Real Estate Janice Roehl Roy Finkbonner Trucking Stephen & Jennifer Serkes † Dr. Mark Sheafor, DPM Skagit Valley Casino Liberty Sponek † # Nicholas & Patricia Stigliani Paul & Melissa Stoddard Robert & Diane Trunek, Trunek Family Trust Matt & Courtney Twining Ulrich Family Richard & Anne Van Kolken † Whatcom Educational Credit Union Ben & Katie White # Michael & Judith Yeend Zervas Architects Jeff Ziels } In memory of Jim & Beth McCrackem

\ In honor of Corinne O’Brien

David & Georgi Schuman Marc & Mary Shaner Kevin Simmons Pauline Simo David Smith * Gerald Spatz Nita Stevens Thomas & Nancy Strassburg † Sonny & Paula Strobl Rose Textor Bernardo Torres & Meryluz Duque Robert & Carmen Viggers Ashley & Veronica Vincent David & Kathy Vincent Rosalie Vincent (student) Tyler & Holly Vincent Brad Walterskirchen Donna Warren David & Sandra Warrey Ann Welch †¦ Maria Williams Alex & Anna Wittmershaus # Wiztronics Inc. ‡ Delbert Wolf Donald & Phyllis Wolfe Marina Wu (student) Julian & Claudia Wu Margaret Wu Holly Zech #

[$200 – $499] Brian Agnew † Virginia Anderson William & Chris Attebery # Belcher Swanson Law Firm, PLLC † Judy Bornstein Rodriguez Michael & Tam Bratt Patrick Buckley Paul Campbell Antonio & Madison Castrejon § Chuckanut Financial Services Kerisha Crutcher & Don Greear Diane Curry Dawson Construction James & Mary Eastwood \ Gordon Adrian & Gretchen Ellsworth Kris Ewald Riechelle Fishwild Stephanie Fox Keith Harrell Robert Hausen & Rosemary Berkery Denis Hayner Tim Healy Gregory & Kalyn Hendry Tom & Gerri Hiestand Che Hill Brad & Holly Kerstiens John & Deborah MacFarlane † Kenji & Claudia Maeda Kevin & Paige McClurg # Gary & Bartley Metcalf David Morse George & Patricia Mroczko † Rose Norton Nader Joseph & Anne Patelli Thomas Piasecki Precision Physical Therapy

John & Lynda Purdie David & Barbara Ralston † Brady Ruck J.T. & Tiffany Schuman Colin & Karen Serkes † Robert Serkes † John & Susan Shuhler Lacey Sutton Carol Terrell Eugene & Maureen Thomas Nathan & Jane Town # Phoebe Vanderboom †# Valerie Voss Evans † John & Michelle Yengich Shannon Zebrowski # William & Penny Zehnder † Gerry & Cynthia Zmolek

[Up to $199] 1 Stop Interiors John & Linda Allen † Constantin & Claudia Anton Dorraine Asparro † Andrew Balog Kent & Jina Barber Anna Barci Patricia Bennink Helen Birchall Joanne Bonoan David & Teresa Burt † Harold & Joyce Carr † Dorothy Courtis Artemio Diaz & Olga Vargas Mark & Maria Divinagracia Judith Dodd Virginia Emmett + Andrew & Tia Entrikin David & Karen Evans # Henrietta Farr Matthew & Janice Fetzner

+ In memory of Michael C. Emmett * In memory of Savannah Smith

Jeff & Lisa Ford † Christopher Freeman Gary & Julia Gage Peter & Sharon Gilligan Beverly Glick Kay Gougeon Paul Griemsmann † David & Mary Haberman Mike & Jennifer Harbick Tamra Heide Kathryn & Eleanor Hogan Lorraine Holcomb † Audrey Jabbora Phat Khong Allen & Ruth Kihm Paul & Susan LeTellier Tom & Ann Lockhart James & Maria Losiniecki Ronald & Charlene Lukes ¦ Marybeth Lundy Charles Lundy Brian McGuire & Janie Salas Margaret Mehta Theresa Meurs Bryan & Margaret Miller Elizabeth Miller Sharon Missiaen Dagmar Moothart † Clarence & Maureen Mrosla Linnet Murray † Michael Nelson † George & Dorothy Oliveira † Stephen & Katrina Padilla Anonymous Kenneth & Jean Pfannenstiel Nettie Post ‡ Luzmelinda Quayle John & Geradine Reed Susan Rogers James & Maryanne Schultejans †

Our enormous gratitude to Justin Dalton (graphic design) and Ross Roberts (photography) for lending us their talents for this report. It would be terribly boring without them!

¦ In memory of Jean Wilford

‡ In memory of Bill Attebery # Current or former ACS Staff

THANK YOU FOR SAYING YES TO ACS! Your prayers, support and gifts make so many things possible for the children and families we serve.

Thank you for raising $142,866 for our Annual Fund in 2024 and meeting our goal!

Our newly-named Bright Futures Annual Fund is a school initiative that raises funds to cover the difference between the actual cost to educate a student at Assumption and the tuition charged to our school families –

a difference of over $3,000 per student for the 2024-25 academic year.

Your Bright Futures gift directly covers this year’s operational expenses and helps Assumption maintain a balanced budget and promote the sustainability of our school.

Unlike tuition payments, gifts to the Bright Futures Annual Fund are tax deductible.

Please consider giving to the Bright Futures Annual Fund this year. Every contribution – toward our $140,000 goal – goes toward keeping Assumption affordable for another family and creating another BRIGHT FUTURE!

TO GIVE, SCAN THE QR CODE OR GO TO https://assumptionschool.ejoinme.org/annualfund

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SCHOOL MASSES

PRAYER OR RECONCILATION

MIDDLE SCHOOL RETREATS

STUDENTS & ACS ALUMNI SERVED AGAPE SERVICE PROJECT SUMMER FOOD BANKS

STUDENT ALTAR SERVERS

SERVICE PROJECTS SUPPORTED

MIDDLE SCHOOL SERVICE HOURS WORKED

BOXES & BAGS OF NONPERISHABLE FOOD AND FAMILIES SUPPLIES COLLECTED FOR HOPE HOUSE

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FINANCIAL REPORT ASSUMPTION CATHOLIC SCHOOL JULY 1, 2023 - JUNE 30, 2024

Revenue

1% Tuition & Fees Parish Investments Annual Fund PTC (includes Fund-the-Need) Grants Other Income

$1,577,741 $171,628 $142,865 $186,996 $2,500 $265,201

Total Income

$2,346,933

Expenses

11% Parish Investments

6%

Annual Fund

7%

Parent Teacher Club

67%

Salary & Benefits

Instructional Expenses 7% 3% 5%

Building Maintenance & Utilities 69%

Grants Other Donations

Tuition Assistance

16%

Tuition & Fees

8%

Operational Expenses

Donations 2023-2024

$71,323

Revenue from Investments

$103,604

Total Income July 1, 2023 to June 30, 2024

$174,927

Salary & Benefits Tuition Assistance Instructional Expenses Building Maintenance & Utilities Operational Expenses

$1,606,707

Total Expenses

$2,332,623

$114,347 $73,014 $167,831 $370,722

Assumption School Foundation $1,000,000

$737,826

$800,000

Foundation Expenses

$3,155

4% Interest Distribution

$33,530

$600,000

Assets balance on June 30, 2024

$891,937

$400,000

$854,831

$825,228

$200,000 0% DEC 2021

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In loving memory & gratitude Steve Mura, Class of 1964, had Assumption Catholic School deeply embedded in his family's legacy. He was the second generation to attend Assumption, where his parents first met in the eighth grade. He and his wife, Chris, ensured that their four children also received their education at our school, and currently, two of their granddaughters are students here. Chris, a beloved teacher for 26 years, continues to contribute by substituting in classes and sharing her expertise with our current faculty.

Steve supported the school in numerous ways, most notably by playing a key role in the establishment of our school Foundation, formally created in 1985. Many remember the difficult times in the 1970s when the school faced the threat of closure. The Foundation was established to provide a financial safety net during difficult times. Today, its account has grown to over $900,000, maintained in perpetuity, with the accrued interest utilized each year to assist families with tuition support. Steve's involvement was pivotal, ensuring that generations of children would benefit from the transformative gift of an Assumption education.

In his professional life as a lawyer and later as a judge, he served his community with distinction. He epitomized the spirit of an Assumption student—one who goes forth to make a lasting difference in the world. We extend our heartfelt gratitude to his family for sharing him with us and for the enduring impact he had on our school. Rest in peace, Steve.

Bill Attebery served as an administrator in Special Education for the Seattle School District for ten years before taking on the role of Director of Student Services at the Bellingham School District for two decades. Throughout his life, he dedicated himself to utilizing his God-given talents to serve others. After retiring, in 2015, he was approached by the then-pastor, Fr. Scott Connolly, who asked if Bill could "do him a favor." Little did he know, this favor involved stepping in as interim principal for one year following the unexpected departure of the school's principal that spring. True to form, Bill answered the call. His wonderful and selfless wife, Chris, noted that he thoroughly enjoyed leading the school during that time. He held a strong belief in an education that incorporated faith and found joy in the vibrant environment at Assumption.

After transitioning the role to permanent principal Dan Anderson in 2016, Bill continued to support leadership as a trusted sounding board and remained an active member of our School Commission for several years. Whenever change was proposed, his guiding question was always, "Tell me why it's good for kids?". This principle was at the heart of everything he chose to support.

We are eternally grateful for Bill's leadership, wisdom, and deep love for Assumption Catholic School. His spirit will forever remain with us.

Assumption Catholic School wishes to thank everyone who donated to our school Foundation in memory of these exceptional men. Your act demonstrates that they were inspirational and highly regarded in their community.

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Classroom Makeovers!

Thanks to this year’s Fund-the-Need initiative and the generosity of our donors, we enjoyed another productive summer! With the completion of the school window replacement project, we were able to undertake the following improvements: - Replaced flooring and refreshed paint in four classrooms - Installed three Smart TVs to replace outdated interactive whiteboards - Refinished the gym floor

- Completed the gym roof and replaced the walkway roof - Upgraded the middle school by replacing 40+ year-old lockers with new wood cubby systems These enhancements will significantly benefit our students and learning environment! Our deepest thanks to all who donated and to Brenna Sebens, School Commission member, dedicated parent, and coordinator for these projects.

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Congrats ACS class of ‘24 We celebrated our 112th graduating class in early June. This fall, these new alumni are attending six different Whatcom County high schools as critical thinkers and servant leaders who are highly prepared for the new academic challenges they will face. We have so much pride in these graduates and look forward to witnessing the lasting difference they will make in the world!

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We consistently look at our branding and work to update the style guide so that it is current and reflects our Catholic identity and culture. Based on feedback we received and suggestions from students, parents, and staff, we made the decision to update the school’s mascot logo.

“The mixed emotions of graduation”

3RD ANNUAL ALUMNI SCHOLARSHIP AWARDS During our final prayer service on June 12th, we had the honor of recognizing these outstanding recipients, Assumption Class of 2020 alumni Noah Chen and Evan Rush. Each received $1,000 to support their future educational endeavors.

EVAN IS NOW STUDYING AND RUNNING AT WESTERN COLORADO UNIVERSITY

In addition to being exceptional students, both of our winners are deeply committed to service. Between them, they regularly volunteered with the Agape Service Project and Hope House, offered free swimming lessons to children in need, and engaged in numerous other charitable activities during high school. Unlike Assumption middle school students, they did not receive "credit" for service hours, as it was not a requirement for any class. Most of their teachers and classmates were likely unaware of the work these young men undertook to assist others in their spare time. That personal value of altruism is what we aspire for all Assumption graduates- to do good for others even when no one is watching.

FUN FACT: After finalizing the new design, we learned that long before we were Eagles, the Crusaders were Assumption’s original mascot.

Although we weren’t aware at the time, turns out the new design incorporating a shield is a nod to the original.

The Holy Spirit works in mysterious ways!

This logo will adorn all future sports apparel and the middle school hoodies as of the current school year.

GO EAGLES!

We are immensely grateful to our alumni partners for sponsoring this program; the Ziels and Twining/Wolf families. They understand firsthand the value of an Assumption education and are choosing to give back by investing in the next generation of students. ’

VIRGINIA POLYTECHNIC INSTITUTE IS NOAH S LATEST CHALLENGE

THANK YOU TO ALUMNI PARTNERS

Our scholarship committee is learning as we go during these first three years of the program and would like to expand our efforts to reward hard-working alumni who choose paths other than college.

Stay tuned!

@assumptioncatholic

@assumptioneagles

Our scholarship committee is learning as we go during these first three years of the program and would like to expand our efforts to reward hard-working alumni who choose paths other than college. Stay tuned!

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Welcome, New Teachers!

As the 2024-25 school year commenced on August 28th, we were excited to welcome three new teachers and two classroom aides to our team! They have quickly settled in and received a warm embrace from the Assumption Catholic School family. If you encounter these wonderful educators around our campus, please take a moment to make them feel welcome. We invite you to enjoy some of the insights they’ve shared about their new roles.

Mr. Kyle Rosetta,

Mrs. Kat Alex, 4 & 5 AIDE

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SO MANY PARENTS AND TEACHERS HAVE HELPED AS I SETTLED INTO MY NEW ROLE.

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I FEEL EMBRACED AND ACCEPTED.

I AM LOVING WORKING AT ASSUMPTION BECAUSE OF THE SUPPORTIVE, KIND, AND THOUGHTFUL STAFF AND PARENTS.

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I APPRECIATE THE COMMUNITY AT ASSUMPTION AND ENJOY AN EDUCATIONAL ENVIRONMENT WHERE GOD IS PRESENT.

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I COULD NOT ASK FOR A BETTER COMMUNITY TO WELCOME ME TO TEACHING IN A CATHOLIC SCHOOL AND BELLINGHAM!

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THE ATTENTION TO CARE IS WHAT TRULY SETS ASSUMPTION APART FROM OTHER SCHOOLS.

I WAS DRAWN TO ASSUMPTION BY THE WARM AND INVITING STAFF WHO I SAW STRIVING FOR MY OWN CHILD’S GROWTH AS A WHOLE PERSON.

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WHERE DOES MY GIFT GO? ANNUAL FUND

Simply put, the Annual Fund provides essential, day-to-day operating support to the school. Tuition does not cover the full cost of an Assumption education, thus the school relies upon the Annual Fund to help bridge that gap, approximately $3,000 per student.

RESTRICTED GIFTS Your gift goes to support a specific program or expense of your choosing. Examples are: • Tuition assistance • Technology upgrades We are so grateful for every gift made to our school. Each one helps us make an Assumption • Sponsor a student’s musical education possible for another student!

• instrument or class trip • Building repairs & improvements For questions or more information, contact Dayna Dennis ddennis@assumption.school

FOUNDATION

Your gift has an impact over the life of the school, supporting our students now and into the future. Only the interest earned from the fund is spent annually, leaving the principle to grow in perpetuity.

PLANNED GIVINIG By including Assumption Catholic School in your will, trust, or other estate plans, you are leaving a lasting legacy.