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OLVCS Updates
February 1, 2024
Dear OLVCS Parents and Friends,
It has been a great week celebrating Catholic Schools. With all the activities and hosting Bishop Mark, it has been wonderful. As I said at the Sunday Mass, I can speak to the excellence of our school first hand. With amazing, caring and dedicated teachers, the students are surrounded by love, care and faith, as well as a high level of instruction and support. Preschool through 8th grade, OLVCS is a great place to be.
Thank you families! Your trust and commitment is uplifting and remarkable. With our families throughout the years and all of you, we have created a strong tradition of excellence, again THANK YOU!
As a reminder we will have Mass on Monday at 9:00 am.
Make it a Great Day!
Samantha
* Pictures are from today's Mass at Saint Joseph's Catholic Academy with Celebrant, Bishop Mark as well as Bishop Mark's visit to our school.
OLVCS 2024 Trivia Night
Early Bird Pricing Ends Saturday!! Get Your Tickets Today!
Almost 3/4 of the table are sold! Get a team together to enjoy great food, prizes, and (of course) trivia!
**Purchased On or Before February 3rd**
Individual: $50
Table (seats 8): $350
Regular Tickets/Tables
**Purchased Between February 4th and 14th**
Individual: $60
Table (seats 8): $400
Need More Info?
Check out the special edition newsletter here or check out the Trivia Night website, here!
Spotlight On Fun - Trivia Night!
Trivia Night is stacking up to be the best night of 2024! Don't miss out on the fun!
- Besides great food, refreshments, friends, and trivia, there will be lots of chances to win great prizes all while supporting the OLVCS Athletics and Musical Programs!!
- Let's take a look at three!
- Glenda the Good Witch's Gift Card Ring Toss
- Are you a good witch or a bad witch? Find out at Glenda the Good Witch's Ring Toss!
- Toss your ring, win a gift card worth $1 - $100, it's a surprise!
- We have so many great gift cards ready to go!
- $10 donation per chance
- Live Auction Items
- Be ready to bid often and bid high for these great prizes!
- We Are Not In Kansas Anymore Package - 4 front row tickets for the OLVCS production of the Wizard of Oz (April 18 or 19), gift card for dinner prior, basket full of Wizard of Oz themed items and goodies.
- Party at the OLVCS Gymnasium - 2 hours of complimentary OLVCS gym rental, and pizza for 12. Great item for an upcoming birthday party!
- Principal for the Day - An OLVCS student will get to spend the day "behind the scenes" with Mrs. Weakland, as they make announcements, attend meetings, and do all the things our dedicated administrator does.
- Reserved Parking Spot and Pew at OLV Church Christmas Mass - No explanation needed. Just plan to bid high!
Basket Raffle
- Each person will receive 2 raffle tickets at admission.
- Want to really win that Doggies Delight Basket??? Buy more tickets!
- $5/each, $20 for 5, $50 for 20
- Other great baskets will include items like:
- Front row seats at the end of the year Preschool Program
- 2 tickets to an upcoming show at Eisenhower Auditorium
- A certificate good for $100 towards a Singing Onstage Summer 2024 camp of your choice
- All of the Pickleball equipment you need for a great day on the court
- And more!
- Thank you to Eisenhower Auditorium and Singing Onstage for your in-kind donations!
Donations Needed For Trivia Night!
OLVCS Athletics Updates
Crusader Girls and Boys Take on Red Raiders On Friday
- Coming off a strong win against West Branch on Wednesday (31 – 4, OLV), the OLV Girls Basketball Team will be traveling on Friday to Bellefonte for a rematch. This is the girls team’s last game of the season. The girls team’s offense is led by Arianna McCleary with strong support by Katie Laskowski, Sydney Mikesic and Claire Peters. Super rebounding and defense support is given by Maya Edmonson, Vale Kaufmann, Olivia Manno, and Annie Hyman.
- The OLV boys team will also be playing the team from Bellefonte on Friday. This game will be at the OLV gym at 4PM, and the boys last game of the season. So, this will be your last chance to see OLV basketball action! Make time to come out and cheer on Max Vendemia, Crosby Bowen, Colin Jacob, Liam Foytack, Owen Badger, Jacob Andreyo, and Mateo Ocampo. You'll be glad you did! #GoCrusaders!
Basketball Club Starts Next Week – Sign Up Now
- Only 4 spots are left in the K – 3 session for Basketball Club.
- We have a great group signed up for the Grade 4 – 6 session, but there is space for more!
- This developmental program is great for OLV boys and girls with all ranges of basketball experience.
- Only $60 for 5 sessions! Sign up today at https://www.olvcatholicschool.org/bballclub
What's for Lunch?
Preschool News
Preschool Registration Open Soon!
Siblings of OLVCS Preschool through 8th grade students and siblings of SJCA students can enroll on Monday, February 5th!
- Please refer to the below dates for Preschool Registration!
- Spread the word! Bring a friend!
SJCA
Saint Joseph’s Takes the LEAD
This past weekend, students from Saint Joseph’s traveled to Washington DC to participate in the nation LEAD Conference (National Student Leadership Conference), an innovative experience designed just for student school leaders. The eight Saint Joseph's student leaders were selected to learn about improving school culture, celebrating academic success and student achievement, and pioneering student-led change. They met students from as far away as Arizona, Texas, Costa Rica, and Argentina. Saint Joseph’s was the only high school in Centre County represented at the LEAD conference.
Don’t Wait – Apply Today and Get $100 Voucher
All families that submit new student applications by February 2nd will automatically receive $100 off their student’s 2024 – 2025 tuition. So, don’t wait! Complete the simple, online application today at https://stjoeacad.org/admissions/ Questions? Contact Saint Joseph’s Principal, Mrs. Anna Rupprecht, at arupprecht@sjcacademy.org
Bishop Mark Celebrates CSW at Saint Joe’s; Will Return on Feb 20th
Bishop Mark celebrated mass and met with students from OLV and Saint Joseph’s today, as part of the Catholic School’s Week celebration at Saint Joseph’s. He will be returning to Saint Joseph’s on February 20th to host a special ecumenical event for religious leaders in our region. For more information about this event or to participate, contact Saint Joseph’s Principal, Mrs. Anna Rupprecht at arupprecht@sjcacademy.org.
Parish Happenings
EITC - Second Century Scholarship
Turn your personal or business PA Income taxes into OLVCS Scholarships!
WE NEED YOUR HELP: Families of OLVCS could benefit with tuition assistance.
- Individuals/households with an annual income of $115,000 or PA personal income tax liability of $3,500+ annually qualify to participate in the Educational Improvement Tax Credit (EITC) Program.
- Businesses that qualify to get their taxes back are C-Corporations and owners of Subchapter S-Corporations, LLCs, LPs, LLPs and Partnerships.
If you are in the position to help by directing your PA Income tax through the Educational Improvement Tax Credit EITC program to OLVCS or would like additional information please contact Chris Kirkpatrick at chrisk@ourladyofvictory.com or 814-237-7832 ext. 404.
7th Annual Catholic Conference for Women - Save The Date!
We are always looking to add to our OLVCS family!
We have space available at most grade levels for enrollment. Bring a friend! Be sure to spread the word about OLVCS! New families can learn about the application process at www.olvcatholicschool.org/admissions or call the school office at 814-238-1952 to schedule a tour. Please mention the upcoming Catholic Schools Week open house to your friends!
☎️ (814) 238-1592