The Class of 2019 presented a powerful Triduum Prayer Service this morning in church. The entire school was present as they reenacted scenes from Jesus' Last Supper, death and rising.
Apr 16
Ascension runners participated in their first Track Meet and our 8th grade girls are the Volleyball Champs! Students are very engaged in math lessons, learning about Native American culture, worked on fitness,,and showing their musical talents! We are preparing for the 8th grade presentation of the Triduum on Thursday morning.
Apr 16
The Spring Orchestra Concert on April 15 was a delightful evening of music from the Medieval era to the present! Congratulations to Mrs. Becky Coffman and her student and to Mr. Mark Anderson and his cello students, and to Evan and Chloe, 8th graders who are graduating from Chamber Orchestra, but continuing to play in high school.
Apr 14
Ascension's first track meet of the year was Friday April 12th at Triton College. Everyone did an amazing job considering how cold and windy it was! Thanks to Tara Waysok for these great pictures of the running, jumping and relay races!
Apr 13
Monday, April 15 will be a very special evening at Ascension School! The Spring Orchestra concert will begin at 6:30 PM in the Pine Room. Featuring students of Mrs. Becky Coffman and Mr. Mark Anderson, the concert will feature Beginners, Intermediates and the Chamber Orchestra. It's sure to be a lovely, enjoyable evening of music, and all are welcome!
Apr 10
Yesterday, the Green Club worked outdoors to plant 54 pansy plants they had painted at the previous meeting. The pots and plants were donated by Empowering Gardens, a garden center in Forest Park that is owned by parishioner Dick Biggins. Next Tuesday, third grade students will distribute the flowers to parishioners who attend the daily morning mass with them as Easter gifts.
Apr 9
April brings April Fool Pranks, a beautiful new front bulletin board, the Run-a-Thon, Japanese lessons, and many projects in the classrooms!
Apr 9
Cheryl Bernard has shared her wonderful photographs, all taken at the 2019 Run-a-Thon! Thank you, Cheryl! Click "Run-a-Thon Picture Links" to see the links.
Apr 7
Our enthusiastic kindergartners showed their Charger spirit at the Run-a-Thon! Tara Waysok generously shared her trove of pictures. Many thanks!
Apr 5
What a day! Ascension runners were enthusiastic and energetic as they run, and ran, and ran! Here is the first Gallery of images and videos; more to come! Here are the 8th Grade Pictures. A big thank you to Cheryl Bernard and Tara Waysok!
