Prospective students and their families are invited to experience the innovative Catholic high school of New Orleans at Open House on November at 4-7 pm. Academy of Our Lady introduces talented young women to innovative curricula, highly focused teachers, forward-thinking leadership and a modern technological high school environment. Under the direction of the Salesian Sisters, Academy of Our Lady draws inspiration from St. John Bosco’s educational system of reason, religion and loving kindness.

The annual Academy of Our Lady Father Daughter Dance was held Saturday, October 13. Students and their fathers dressed up in their best costumes for a fun night host by the Parent Club. To view photos club on the title of this post.

Girls and boys in 4th-7th grade attended Fantastic Friday Night on October 12. The theme of the evening was Super Leadership Night. Sessions were planned by Academy of Our Lady’s Student Council and designed to teach students the fundamental characteristics of a leader. Students took part in various activities including planning a fundraising event, creating capes with descriptions of leadership skills, learning about past great leaders and harnessing the keys to good communication and listening. To view photos click on the title of this post.

On October 8 Academy of Our Lady students celebrated Mass and new members of the Sparkles of Light Club received their pins as they read an entrustment to our blessed Mother, Mary. Sparkles of Light is a club open to all students at Academy of Our Lady who love Mary. The purpose of Sparkles of Light is to deepen devotion to Her in order to love like Her, serve like Her and live like Her. To view photos click on the title of this post.

Academy of Our Lady’s annual Pink Game benefiting Ochsner Cancer Research was held October 9. Academy of Our Lady students painted the gym pink while supporting the volleyball team as they played Belle Chasse High School. Pre-game activities included a pink-themed photobooth hosted by the photography club, tailgate games, a bake sale and a special ceremony coordinated by the Academy of Our Lady Cheerleaders to honor those who have been affected by breast cancer. To view pictures click on the title of this post.

The Sparkles of Light Club, which is devoted to the Blessed Mother, held a sock and towel drive for those in need October 1-5. All items collected were donated to the Harry Thompson Center. To view photos click on the title of this post.

Academy of Our Lady's student columnist senior Emilie Adams visited Lourdes, France on a pilgrimage this summer. To read all about her experience click on the title of this post.

Thank you to everyone who joined us for Fall Fest! Pumpkin Patch, Fun Run, Cornhole Tournament, food trucks and booths hosted by Academy clubs! It was a wonderful time with family & friends, delicious food and good music from D. D. Shock, Jr & Sumtin Sneaky, 4x4 Connection and Aaron Foret. Thank you to everyone who made Fall Fest a reality. We can't wait to do it again next year! Click the title of this post to view photos.