OLVCS Updates
November 30th, 2023
Dear OLVCS Parents and Friends,
Advent begins on Sunday. As we prepare for the birth of Jesus, I pray that during the sometimes hectic and chaotic weeks leading up to Christmas, that we find PEACE & JOY too.
I am wrapping up the first round of observations and can honestly say that the teachers are doing an amazing job. In case you are wondering, OLVCS is an awesome school! I have known this for 20 years, but am made aware of it more specifically during these observations.
Toys for Tots; Dress Down Day: Thursday, December 7th.
We are collecting Toys for Tots in conjunction with St.Joe’s. Students have a Dress Down day next Thursday, and families are encouraged but not required, to send a Toy for the drive.Part Time Middle School Math Teacher: Beginning January 2nd; two periods each day. (long term substitute until the end of the year) Elementary or Math certification desired. Join the OLVCS faculty & Staff in a friendly, warm and supportive environment. All interested candidates contact Samantha Weakland weaklands@olvcs.org or 814.238.1592
Make it a Great Day!
Samantha
*Video below is from today's Mass.
Important Upcoming Events
Annual OLVCS Toys for Tots Drive
Tis the season for giving!
OLVCS has a Toys for Tots drop box in the school near the office if you would like to donate new toys and items for children and teens in need. Donations are encouraged but not required.
- Toy ideas for young children: stuffed animal, LEGO set, sporting equipment (like a basketball, soccer ball or football), board games, dolls, cars and trains, books and art supplies.
- Teen idea items: sporting equipment/bags/balls; books, backpacks, cosmetics, purses, watch/wallet gift sets, bath gift sets, board games, radio control cars/trucks, hand-held electronics, skateboards/helmets, curling irons, hair straighteners, and hair dryers.
Please send in donations by December 7th! Students have a dress down day on December 7th as part of the Tots annual toy drive.
Thanks for your help!
OLVCS Christmas Concert - December 13th at 6:30pm
Come join us for our annual OLVCS Christmas Concert. The concert will be held in OLV Church. More details to follow!
2023 OLVCS Walk-A-Thon
Walk-A-Thon Business Sponsor Spotlight
- Each week we will be featuring some of our sponsors as a thank you for their support!
- Please be sure to patronize these local businesses throughout the school year. Tell them THANKS from OLVCS!
- Click on the logos below to visit the business' websites.
- This week we are featuring some of our Angelic and Cherubim Sponsors.
Early Dismissal Information
While we don't anticipate any inclement weather that will require an early dismissal from school in the near future, we do need to prepare for when it does happen.
There will be both busing and parent pick-up available just as there is on a regular school day.
-Early Dismissal Procedure For Parent Pick-up
For parent pick-up during an early dismissal to run smoothly and without heavy traffic congestion, we must operate it very similarly to our daily parent pick-up. We will assign families pickup times in 2 groups to avoid congestion. In the event of an early dismissal, please arrive at the rear parking lot off of Saxton Drive at the assigned time listed below. Families are assigned alphabetically by the first letter of their child's last name. It is imperative that you arrive at your assigned time. If you arrive prior to your assigned time, your child will not yet be in the Parent Pick-up area. For those families who utilize parent pick-up daily, you may find that your assigned group is different from that of a regular school day, so please pay extra attention to the time slot listed below. The times listed below are the standard early dismissal times based on the bussing schedule of the school district's transportation department. If they were to change on any given day, families will be notified by both an 'e-announcement' and 'School Messenger'.
If you have a child in both K-8 and the preschool, your preschool student will be walked down to the "Big School" and you will pick them up at the same time and location that you pick up your child from the 'Big School'.
Also, please take a moment to review your Early Dismissal Plan in 'School Admin'. If you would like to make a change, please email Mary Cawley, cawleym@olvcs.org, as soon as possible. The instructions that are listed in School Admin is what Mary will follow for early dismissals.
12:15 - A-L
12:30 M-Z
-Early Dismissal Procedures for Bus Riders
For those students who will utilize bussing, the buses will depart the school at 12:30.
OLVCS Athletics Updates
Basketball Season Tips Off Next Week
Parent and Tween/Teen Volunteers Needed At Home OLV Basketball Games
We are asking all OLV Athletics families – including those whose students have played volleyball/soccer/track & field -- to help out this year with game day operations for our home basketball games:
- Door Operator (5th grade or older)
- Gate Admissions (18 or older)
- Game Manager (18 or older)
- Scoreboard Operator (16 or older)
- Scorebook Score Keeper (16 or older)
- First Aid Certified Volunteer (16 or older)
High school students may receive service hours for their help. To sign up to help, go to https://www.signupgenius.com/go/70A0C49AFAF2EA1FB6-46271626-202324/7249051#/
Questions? Contact Mrs. Ruthie Straub at athleticdirector@olvcs.org
2024 School Musical - The Wizard of Oz
Wizard of Oz Musical - April 18th and 19th, 2024
Please see here for the practice schedule!
We Need YOU!
Lunchroom Volunteers Needed!
- Volunteers are needed daily, anytime between 11:00am-12:30pm.
- Click the button below to sign up!
- Appropriate clearances are needed.
Preschool - 8th Grade Substitute and Part Time Teaching Positions Available
If you are interested in a substitute teaching position for preschool through 8th grade or interested in a part-time or full-time teaching position, send a letter of interest with your resume to Mrs. Samantha Weakland, OLVCS Principal, at weaklands@olvcs.org.
Our Lady of Victory Catholic School is a great place to work for energetic, qualified individuals seeking to enrich the lives of our students. All OLVCS employees and volunteers must complete the requirements of the Diocesan Youth Protections program requirements and submit required clearances.
Volunteer Today!
Join us as a committee member for upcoming events!
- Trivia Night 2024 - Meeting will begin late 2023/early 2024.
- Walk-A-Thon 2024 - Meetings will begin in June 2024.
- Contact Marlena at development@olvcs.org if you are interested in donating your time and talents to these upcoming OLVCS events!
-We are always looking for volunteers at our school. Have a few minutes to spare in your day? We promise it will be rewarding! Click the button below for volunteer clearance guidelines.
What's for Lunch?
Check out the December Lunch Menu below!
Preschool News
Christmas Wish Lists Coming Soon!
Music Class With Mrs. Blackstock!
Check out the photos below from preschool music class!
SJCA
Give the Gift of Reading
Only a Week Until Frosty Fest
Join Saint Joseph’s students and staff on Saturday, 12/9 from 12:00-5:00 PM in the Student Life Center for our second annual Frosty Fest. With TWO bounce houses, crafts and snacks sponsored by a variety of student organizations, it's winter fun for the whole family! $5 admission. This fundraiser will also support the mission of Saint Joe's all year round. For more information go to https://stjoeacad.org/advancement/giving/frosty-fest-2023/
Get Ready To Look On “Bright Side Of Life”
Saint Joseph’s Catholic Academy is proud to announce that the will be performing Spam-a-Lot, stage musical based on the 1975 film Monty Python and the Holy Grail. The musical offers a parody of the Arthurian legends. This outrageous, uproarious, and gloriously entertaining story of King Arthur and the Lady of the Lake will delight audiences as they search for the Holy Grail and “always look on the bright side of life.” The Show will take stage at the Boal Barn Theatre, May 2 – 4, 2024. Ticket information will be released in April.
Parish Happenings
Knights of Columbus Poster Contest
- Please see the attached flyer for more information.
- Posters are due Saturday, December 16th at 3PM (turn in via CCD, OLV School Office or Church Office).
St. Nicholas Party
All parishioners are invited to attend the St. Nicholas Potluck Parish! Party being held on the feast of St. Nicholas
- Wednesday, 12/06 from 6:00pm-8:00pm
- Activity Center Social Hall
- RSVP and sign up to bring a dish to share:
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0E4BADAF2FA7FFC52-38968804-stnicholas
Troops of Saint George
The Troops of Saint George apostolate aims to use the outdoors as our canvas and the sacraments as our path to light the way for the formation of Holy Catholic men and boys. Whether called to the vocation of the priesthood, the religious life, or that of Holy fatherhood, our fathers and sons will take a prayerful pilgrimage together to fulfill Christ's desire for them to grow in virtue and in their Holy Catholic faith as they journey toward heaven.
Please check out the national website troopsofsaintgeorge.com for more information about the apostolate, and the local website troopsofsaintgeorge.com/troop/troop-325 for upcoming events, to email the troop captain with questions or to register.
7th Annual Catholic Conference for Women - Save The Date!
Community Happenings
2023 Happy Holidays Ice Show
We're thrilled to inform you about the upcoming holiday ice show, the Nittany Valley Figure Skating Club’s 2023 Happy Holidays Ice Show. This event promises affordable, family-friendly entertainment, and holiday cheer!
Here are the event details:
- Date: Sunday, December 10
- Time: 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. (seating begins at 12:30 p.m.)
- Venue: Pegula Ice Arena, Gate B & C
Notably, children aged 5 and under can attend for free with a food bank donation! Tickets are available for $5 and can be conveniently purchased at the door or in advance online. For more information, please visit the NVFSC Facebook event page. The show features talented local figure skaters of all ages including some of our very own OLVCS student, promising to usher families into the joyful holiday spirit.
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 open houses to your friends!
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