The Academy Robotics continues to seek out professional mentors and sponsors. If you are interested in learning more about the FLL or how you can help, please contact Alys Tyler at atyler@theacademyolp.org

Two Academy 4th Graders Win The Union County Poster Contest

Fourth Grader, Chiara Schwartz, earned 1st Place in the Union County Poster Contest and classmate, Michelle Maita, won the Union County Constitutional Officers' Certificate of Achievement. The purpose of the contest was to promote an awareness of the work accomplished throughout New Jersey's 21 counties.  The students researched and designed a poster that depicted what makes Union County unique. Congratulations to Chiara and Michelle on a job well done!

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The Academy of Our Lady of Peace Science Fair Winner

5/29/2010




Dana Tokarzewski was named the overall winner of The Academy of Our Lady of Peace Science Fair. For her project, Dana conducted an experiment to determine how various baking ingredients work together to cause cupcake batter to rise. Pairing her enthusiasm for baking with her keen interest in culinary science, Dana tested various combinations of different flours and leavening agents. Her understanding of the scientific principles involved became evident to the panel of judges, as Dana discussed how both temperature and the level of sugar present affect the production of carbon dioxide, which causes the batter to rise. Her in-depth analysis and professional explanation convinced the judges that she deserved the top prize, overall winner of the 2010 Academy Science Fair. Congratulations, Dana.

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Feb. 17, 2010

Letter from Assemblyman Jon M. Bramnick congratulating the Panther Power Robotics Team on their Teamwork Award. Click here to read the letter.

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Congratulations to our 7th Grade class....
 
for their outstanding performance in this Fall's Terra Nova Writing Assessment administered to public and private school students

1/3 of our Students Earned a Perfect Score
1/3 of our Students Earned a Near Perfect Score
2/3 of our Students Placed in the Top 6% Nationally
The Entire Class Placed in the Top 33% Nationally

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Academy of OLP Robotics Team Wins Teamwork Award

2/6/2010




The Academy of Our Lady of Peace School in New Providence proudly announces that its First Lego League "FLL" Robotics team was awarded the prestigious Teamwork Award at the Montclair Robotics Tournament. FLL Robotics is a global robotics competition wherein each team must research and solve a current, real-world issue. This year, the challenge was transportation related. The Academy’s "Panther Power" team created an innovative solution to helicopter safety issues by devising an ultrasonic proximity sensor to help prevent collisions. The Panther Power team also assembled and programmed its Mindstorm robot using complex software.

At the Montclair Qualifying Robotics Tournament on December 4th, Panther Power competed against many teams from the region. They presented their research and solutions to a panel of judges, who questioned them about their research process, solution and teamwork. The Panther Power team also competed in the "pits" where its robot diligently accomplished its required tasks, earning the team’s highest score ever. Many fellow Academy students and families cheered on the Panther Power team, in a show of school unity and spirit.

The Panther Power team won the Teamwork Award which recognizes exceptional partnership, strong problem solving skills and great group dynamics. They were also among the top teams to qualify for the NJ State Championships on December 12th, where Panther Power again earned strong scores and high praise from the judges. Having also won the Project Award in 2008, its rookie year, the Panther Power team is proud of its accomplishments and is looking forward to next year’s competition which will focus on the biomedical industry.


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Academy of OLP Students Adopt a Wolf at Lakota Wolf Preserve

1/30/2010



Students at The Academy of Our Lady of Peace School in New Providence, recently adopted a wolf at the Lakota Wolf Preserve in Columbia, NJ. Academy religious education teacher Mrs. Elizabeth Frith spearheaded the sponsoring of this magnificent animal because it "provided both a great service opportunity for the students…and a means to positively contribute to the environment."
Mrs. Frith has long been dedicated to the preservation of these wolves and introduced her students at AOLP to the Lakota Wolf Preserve. The Preserve is home to arctic, timber and tundra wolves. Four packs of wolves, along with bobcats and foxes, are raised in this natural environment by its dedicated owners and volunteers. The Academy students toured the Preserve, observed the wolves and learned about the packs’ social structure and eating habits. The students were so enthralled by the beautiful animals, that they decided to "adopt" or sponsor a wolf, providing for its feeding, medical needs and general care.
Lead by the efforts of Mrs. Frith and the 7th grade class, AOLP students embraced this unique service opportunity and celebrated AOLP Wolf Week. The students donated their time, making unique wolf buttons and banners, which were sold to family, friends and community supporters. The proceeds would be used to sponsor a wolf chosen by the students. Wolf Week concluded with Wolf Day where students showed support for their new furry friend, and voted to adopt a young wolf named Orion. The students are thrilled to support and follow the growth and development of Orion, and to expand their community service work to include the Lakota Wolf Preserve.

Photo above: Academy of OLP students sponsored this magnificent wolf named Orion at the Lakota Wolf Preserve.
 

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* May 2008 - Our Lady of Peace School awarded Academy status by the Archdiocese of Newark. Letter (PDF)

* July 2008 - Msgr. Mahoney, Pastor of St. John's Church in Newark, thanks 1st grade teacher, Mrs. Judy Gale, on her class' contribution to his parish's food bank last year. Letter (PDF)

* September 2008 - Second letter from Msgr. Mahoney, Pastor of St. John's Church in Newark regarding their Mission work. Letter (PDF)

* December 2009 - Our faculty participated in McTeacher's Night at McDonald's in New Providence taking over many of the duties behind the counters. It was a really fun event and we raised over $700 for our school! Thanks to all of our families that supported us!

McTeachers' Night at New Providence McDonald's

* April 2009 - Hot Air Balloon Pilots Instruct Children to Follow Their Dreams at The Academy of Our Lady of Peace (Web page at The Alternative Press)

* April 2009 - Academy of Our Lady of Peace Students Accepted at Union County Magnet High School (Web page at The Alternative Press)

* April 2009 - Students at The Academy in Grades PreK-4 to 8 entertained parents and friends with Broadway Hits and "The Little Mermaid."

  



  

* May 2009 - Giovanni M. in Grade 4 was awarded the "Union County Constitutional Officers' Certificate of Achievement". His work will be part of the Union County calendar that comes out next year and is hanging in the court house for all to view.

South Street Neighbors Unite for Operation Bling
By The Academy of Our Lady of Peace School
5/28/2009

Eighth grade students from The Academy of Our Lady of Peace School teamed up with Operation Bling to bring comfort and care to cancer patients at local hospitals.

Bill and Chris Ferdinand, owners of Ferdinand Jewelers in New Providence, recently launched "Operation Bling," a charitable organization which gives sparkling jewels to cancer patients during their hospital stays. Operation Bling provides local hospitals with an assortment of sterling silver and cubic zirconium jewelry, presented in a lovely case which includes a poem called "What Cancer Cannot Do." This heartfelt gift provides patients with a few moments of joy during an otherwise difficult time.
Click here to read more.

* May 2009 - The Academy of Our Lady of Peace families and faculty march in the New Providence Memorial Day Parade and then enjoy a barbeque on the church grounds. It was a beautiful day with great company and lots of fun and good food!

Click here to see more

* May 2009 - After the 1st Grade held their Mexican Market Day, they donated all of the proceeds they acquired to help St. John's Soup Kitchen for the needy. During Mexican Market, the students sell their hand-made trinkets to their parent and grandparent visitors to practice their money counting skills. Father Neil from St. John's Church in Newark writes, "Wow! What an inspiration for us "old folks." Please let them know how happy I was and how much the poor and hungry were helped by their great Love!"

* June 2009 - Congratulations to The Class of 2009! You did it!

* Kindergarten's Graduation - Congratulations!

 

* Team Building Day June '09 (click for more photos)
 

 

 

* Academy Panther Volleyball Camp July 2009