November 25, 2025

Today we took special time to thank God for all of the blessings in our school community during our Thanksgiving Celebration prayer service. In addition, we announced the winner of the Assumption Rose Award given to a faculty or staff member who has made a significant difference in the lives of our students.  Assumption is proud that Jennifer Shirley, French teacher, was our recipient of this award – congratulations to Madame Shirley!

We would like to wish all of our Rocket families a safe and happy Thanksgiving.  We are thankful and offer this Thanksgiving prayer for each and every one of you!

Loving God,

We turn our hearts to you on this day for giving thanks, mindful of your many gifts.

For each one, we are grateful.

For each one, we are blessed.

For each one, we are open to the abundance of your love.

May this Thanksgiving Day offer a reminder to be generous with others, as you are with us.

We praise you.

We rejoice in you.

We give you thanks.

Amen.

— William H. Sadlier

Canstruction Carnival

Before we head into Thanksgiving Break, we want to share the amazing results from our first-ever Canstruction Carnival!

Our goal was ambitious—20,000 meals for Dare to Care—and while we didn’t quite hit that number, we came incredibly close. In less than two weeks, our Assumption families rallied together to provide 15,684 meals to neighbors in our community experiencing food insecurity. What an incredible impact!

Top Three Families

1st Place: Family Charleville – 1,109 meals
2nd Place: Family Cork – 1,102 meals
3rd Place: Family Tullamore – 1,004 meals

Thank you to every family for your generosity and spirit. A special shout-out to our Family Council members for their creativity and courage in launching this new event. Your hard work made this possible!

On behalf of Family Council, thank you for showing compassion that inspires not only Assumption but the greater Louisville community.

THANKSGIVING HOLIDAYS: Assumption will close for Thanksgiving break from Wednesday, November 26 – Friday, November 28. 

FAIR TRADE SHOPPING WEEK: The Environmental Concerns Committee is hosting a fair-trade shopping week at Just Creations, 2722 Frankfort Avenue, from November 30-December 5.  The ECC will receive 15% of any sales during that time if you mention at checkout that you are part of the Assumption High School community.  You may also shop online at Just Creations.  Just put Assumption High School in the shopping cart order notes.  Join the ECC as they support a store that not only protects the rights and dignity of workers but also strives for environmental sustainability!

AP CAPSTONE INFORMATION NIGHT: On Tuesday, December 2 at 6:30 p.m., parents and their daughters are invited to attend an AP Capstone information night in the Media Center. The AP Capstone Diploma Program is an “innovative program [that] equips students with the independent research, collaborative teamwork, and communication skills that are increasingly valued by colleges.” If your daughter is a freshman or sophomore who may take AP Seminar her junior year, or if she is a junior currently enrolled in AP Seminar, then we recommend that you and your daughter attend this meeting. The program will last approximately one hour. Any questions? Contact COLLEEN MURPHY .

PERFORMING AND VISUAL ARTS EVENTS:  The following events will take place over the next two weeks in the theater showcasing our Fine and Performing Arts programs:

Performing Arts Winter Music Concert -Thursday, December 4, at 6:30 p.m. – Admission is $5

Advanced Acting Showcase – Friday, December 5, at 6:30 p.m. – free

Introduction to Theatre Showcase – Tuesday, December 9 at 6:30 p.m. (B block) & 7:30 p.m. (D block) – free

Visual Arts Department Art Show – Thursday, December 11 from 6:30-8:00 p.m. – free

Humanities II Extravaganza – Friday, December 12 at 6:30 p.m.- $1 advance-purchased tickets- no tickets sold at the door.

WORSHIP NIGHT: Assumption’s Campus Ministry Leadership Team is hosting a multi-school “worship night” on Monday, December 1 at 6:00 p.m. in our chapel. All AHS students are invited along with students from Louisville’s other Catholic high schools. There will be fun, fellowship, prayer, and pizza. Since Advent will have just begun, students will make their own Advent wreaths. If your daughter hasn’t RSVP’d yet, she can do so here or by using the QR code in her email!

ASSUMPTION PARENT PRAYER: Our parent prayer group will NOT meet next week due to the Thanksgiving holidays.  We will meet for the last time this semester on December 3 from 8:30–9:00 a.m. in the AHS chapel and will continue to meet each Wednesday morning beginning again on January 7, 2025. Please park in any open space and enter the school through the main entrance. During the year, we pray for every student by name twice. On December 3, we will be praying for the GALWAY family juniors and seniors. Please join us for any or all of these opportunities.

PRAYER INTENTIONS: All Assumption parents and alumnae are invited to share prayer intentions. Periodically, we will include the line of “prayer intentions posted online by AHS parents and alumnae” as part of our morning prayer over the P.A. Likewise, feel free to include the intentions you find there in your own personal prayer. To participate, please follow this link.

ADVENT REFLECTIONS: The season of Advent begins on Sunday, December 1 and runs until Christmas. If you would like to receive a daily reflection throughout the season, you can do so free of charge by signing up for “Sacred Advent Emails” through Loyola Press.

Do you have a daughter interested in careers in the medical field? We hope she will join us for upcoming RTI sessions focused on careers in the medical field. On Wednesday, December 3, we will host a team of emergency room nurses who will share their “day in the life” and answer questions about their college and career path.  The following Wednesday, December 10, we will host Dr. Susan Hagan, an obstetrician/gynecologist at Norton Women and Children who will share her career experience and answer questions about her career path.  If your daughter has expressed interest in pursuing a degree in the medical field, we would love to share this experience with her during RTI in December and the upcoming weeks. We look forward to hosting future sessions for students of all grade levels focused on careers in technology, business, law enforcement, and healthcare. 

SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATIONS: Scholarship applications for the 2026-2027 school year are now on our website. Applications are due via email by 8:00 p.m. on January 19, 2026, via this link: Scholarship-Directory-2026-2027.pdf

Our Advancement Services Manager, Jackie Bloyd, is happy to answer any questions you may have about scholarships or the application and awards process and can be reached at Jackie.Bloyd@ahsrockets.org.  

TUITION ASSISTANCE: The tuition assistance link for the 2026-2027 school year has been added to the school’s website. The due date is January 15, 2026, and the form must be submitted online to FACTS Grant and Aid Assessment.  TUITION ASSISTANCE APPLICATION LINK. As a reminder, you are required to file every year to be considered for assistance.

DUAL CREDIT TUITION DUE TO WKU, JCTC, AND UL: Students enrolled in a dual credit class this semester need to make sure they pay any tuition owed by the end of December. Students should log into their accounts on www.KHEAA.com to double check which colleges they chose for disbursement for the dual credit scholarships and then need to log into their JCTC, WKU, and/or UL account to pay any remaining tuition due for this semester. This includes all first semester and yearlong DC courses except for Precalculus and Calculus, which will register for credit in December. If you need help knowing which course is associated with which university, consult this sheet from our website: DUAL CREDIT INFORMATION 2025-2026. If you have any questions, contact JUDY FIELDHOUSE. FOR WKU: Since KHEAA is a bit behind in their distribution of scholarships to our partner universities, you can wait until you get a paper bill in the mail from WKU as their online system is not yet ready for your payment.

PARKING UPDATE: Our three campus parking lots are currently filled to capacity. There will be no parking passes sold for the remainder of first semester. Parking availability will be reassessed, and the status of available spaces will be shared with students and families in January. 

PENNY PEETZ SPIRIT WEAR: Assumption High School Penny Peetz Spirit Wear is now available! Marilyn Shoemaker ’28 had the wonderful idea to promote Penny’s mission and story through spirit wear created by our very own Assumption students.  Now, after submitting designs, voting on them, and every detail between, it’s YOUR turn to support this amazing student-led initiative with the purpose of giving back.  All profits made will be donated to Penny’s rescue, The Arrow Fund, a local nonprofit dedicated to the rescue and rehabilitation of animal victims of abuse and neglect.  Please consider ordering some extra cute, extra compassionate spirit wear today!  Order deadline is Wednesday, December 3.

Ordering link to adult sizing Team Shop:  https://bsnteamsports.com/shop/eMUuGsmAuk

Ordering link to youth sizing Team Shop: https://bsnteamsports.com/shop/qDEdu3hsct

GIFT OF GIVING: Inspired by the story of Hero Dog, Penny Peetz, we invite sixth-, seventh-, and eighth-grade students to see the good and be the good this holiday season for animals and humans alike. Assumption will be partnering with The Center for Women and Families, The Arrow Fund, and The Humane Society to support the needs of each of these organizations. Future Rockets will have the chance to interact with Penny Peetz while completing activities to support animals in need of adoption and children who are in need of extra love and care on Thursday, December 4 from 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. Register here.

ROCKET SPECTACULAR “Sapphire Soirée” BENEFIT DINNER AND AUCTION 2026: Saturday, February 7, 2026. Mark your calendar for a fun evening that you won’t want to miss! If you are interested in being a corporate or family sponsor, please contact Michelle Farmer at 502.271.2518 michelle.farmer@ashrockets.org. We need your help with donations (including experiences, tickets to games/events, and items)  toward our silent and live auctions as well as the bourbon pull. Please contact sarah.brady@ahsrocket.org for more information. Watch for more details in the coming weeks.  We hope to see you there! 

CAMPUS STORE CHRISTMAS HOURS: The Assumption Campus Store is a great place to shop for your favorite Rocket!  Stop by during any of the dates listed below. We also have an online store with shipping and local pickup available. Online orders may be picked up during regular school hours in the main office once they are fulfilled. Please note that all online Christmas orders must be placed by the following dates: Custom embroidery – December 8 & ship to home – December 17. All orders must be picked up by 2:00 p.m. on December 20.  Additional Christmas holiday hours will be:

Wednesday, December 3 – 12:00-4:00 p.m.

Friday, December 5 - 12:00-4:00 p.m.

Tuesday, December 9 - 12:00-4:00 p.m.

Wednesday, December 10 - 12:00-4:00 p.m.

Friday, December 12 - 12:00-4:00 p.m.

Saturday, December 13 – 8:30 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.

Thursday, December 18 - 12:00 – 6:00 p.m.

Friday, December 19 – 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.

Saturday, December 20 – 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.

CLASS OF 2026 INFORMATION CONFIRMATION MAILING: Parents and Guardians of the Class of 2026: This week, a hard copy memo was sent to your daughter via homeroom.  It contained a form asking for confirmation of the spelling/accuracy of your daughter’s name for official graduation documents and programs.  It is due in the school office by Friday, December 5.  Even if no changes need to be made, please make sure to return a signed copy to the main office by Friday, December 5.

FAFSA UPDATE: As a reminder, the 2026-2027 FAFSA is available. By filling out the FAFSA, your student’s eligibility will be determined for college grants, work-study programs, federal student loans, and certain state-based aid. While many families don’t think they will qualify for any help, filling out the FAFSA is the only way to find out. In the meantime, students and their parent(s) must complete the process for a StudentAid.gov account. Students and parents are encouraged to create an account at least two weeks prior to completing the FAFSA. To create an account, the individual will need his/her Social Security number and a mobile phone number and/or email address. Students should not use their Assumption email for this process.

Resources:

Tips for Preparing to Fill Out the FAFSA Form

Top Frequently Asked Questions

2026-2027 FAFSA Completion Guide

FAFSA Walkthrough Video

Creating your Account

JUNIOR ACTS DEADLINE – Friday, December 5:  The final Junior ACTS deadline is Friday, December 6 for students currently enrolled in Catholic Social Teaching. By 8:10 a.m. students will need to have their hours completed, logged, AND verified on MobileServe in order to receive full credit for their remaining eight hours of service.