Head of School’s March Newsletter
The month of February was filled with a flurry of activities, but as I reflect back on the month, what most resonates with me is what is truly at the “heart” of Lacordaire.
The month of February was filled with a flurry of activities, but as I reflect back on the month, what most resonates with me is what is truly at the “heart” of Lacordaire.
November 4, 2022 Happy November! It is hard to believe that September and October are behind us. As I sit at my desk this afternoon and look out to see all of the leaves changing color, I am struck with how lucky we are to find ourselves, every day, in the safe confines of our inclusive school buildings. When…
This weekend, Lacordaire Freshmen Felicity and Adriana, with Mrs. Tashjian and Mr. Houston and students from the other Caldwell Dominican sponsored academies attended the Regional High School Preaching Conference. The students and mentors traveled to Amityville, NY to spend the weekend learning the different ways they can preach from the pulpit of their lives. Sponsored by the Dominican Youth…
June 6, 2022 My Dearest Lacordaire Community, It is here. The end of another academic year. It always sneaks up on me, and I am forced to face the fact that I will not see some faces in the hallway next year as we say goodbye to our graduates and that most likely, when I see others…
The ENTIRE Lacordaire staff and faculty would like to thank our parents and the Parent Association for hosting a fabulous Teacher Appreciation luncheon for us! It was so appreciated! Look at these smiles!
April 13, 2022 My dearest Lacordaire Community, WE MADE IT! SPRING BREAK! I want to wish everyone a blessed Easter and a relaxing break! During this time, I encourage all to try and disconnect and recharge if possible. We need it! With that being said, I have instructed ALL faculty and staff to not check email during this period….
March 7, 2022 As you will see when you pick up your child/ren from school, today we celebrated having the choice to wear a mask by having staff paint our student’s faces if they chose to do so. Ms. Bilicska and myself went room to room this morning to discuss with each homeroom how we expect students to be…
Due to the heavy traffic caused by the three schools located on Lorraine Avenue, the Montclair Police Department has asked the Academy to consider alternate options for morning drop off and afternoon pick up. Starting on Monday, September 20th, we will be reversing the flow of traffic through our driveway. The guidelines outlined below MUST be followed. We thank…