OLVCS Updates
September 12, 2024
Dear OLVCS Families,
Yesterday, our Middle School Students had a wonderful trip to Bald Eagle State Park. The weather was awesome and the sessions were fantastic. Thank you to the teachers and volunteers.
Looking ahead:
9.16 - 9.20: Walk-A-Thon Coin Drive
9.25: Dollar Dress Down Day proceeds go to the Walk-A-Thon
9.26: No School; 5th - 8th Parent Teacher Conferences
9.27: No School K - 8th Parent Teacher Conferences
Look for a Sign-Up Genius from your child’s teacher to schedule a conference. All teachers will have their sign-up sent by next Thursday, September 19th.
Make it a Great Day!
Samantha
2024 OLVCS Walk-A-Thon
The Annual Walk-A-Thon Coin Drive is Next Week!
Clean out your piggy banks and check under your couch cushions! Coin Drive to benefit the Walk-A-Thon - September 16th - 20th!
- Students will have the opportunity to clean out their piggy banks for a great cause AND earn a class party while doing so!
- Please send in coins next week, Monday through Friday! The coin collection will ONLY occur this one week, so make sure to get your coins in ASAP.
- The total donation and winning class will be announced during the Walk-A-Thon Pep Rally on Monday, October 7th!
How Do Walk-A-Thon Funds Impact Our School?
Here's What Our Teachers Have To Say About The Walk-A-Thon!
- It started with field trips, then Chrome books, then air conditioning and Promethean boards...the money the Walk-A-Thon has raised has changed the way I teach and the way my students learn."
- "Walk-A-Thon is a great way to increase support and help for our Athletic teams. Transportation to games, uniforms, facilities are all contributed through donations for Walk-A-Thon."
- "Walk-A-Thon is an event that not only provides us with the curriculum materials and supplies that we need to teach, but it allows the preschool kids to feel like they are doing the same as the big kids and it makes them feel proud."
- "My classroom really benefits from the Walk-A-Thon donations. Many things in my classroom have been purchased with money from these donations. Past years donations have allowed our school to purchase the technology for our school, items like ipads, and chromebooks for each student. As well as online subscriptions that we use in class, IXL, Spelling Stars, and Schoology."
- "The Walk-A-Thon shows our students the power of community and service when they see friends, families, parishioners, and community members coming together in support of our school and Catholic education. They get to witness first hand the impact that the donations have on them as a student with field trips, technology, classroom supplies, and so much more."
We need your support! Donations due October 1st!
Penn State Football Tickets! A class pool party! The chance to be Mr. Stec for a day! Just some of the many prizes you could win when you raise funds for the Walk-A-Thon!
- Walk-A-Thon is our school's only all-school fundraiser and raises crucial funds for preschool through 8th grade school programs and activities.
- Each school family is asked to raise a minimum of $200 in contributions.
- We are dedicated to reaching 100% family participation.
- There are many exciting student, homeroom, and family prizes this year! Check out the chart to see all of the amazing family donation incentives.
- The homerooms that get to 100% participation the fastest will receive an all-class party!
- Donations are due October 1st, 2024 to count towards prize eligibility.
- Business sponsorships are also available.
OLVCS Night at The Field - October 7, 2024
OLVCS and The Field Burger & Tap are partnering for The Field Gives Back!
Date: Monday, October 7th
Time: 11:00am-9:00pm
Location: 1 Country Club Ln, State College, PA 16803, https://www.thefieldburgerandtap.com/
Purpose: A portion of ALL proceeds from the restaurant will come back to OLVCS to benefit the 2024 Walk-A-Thon!
- Please plan on meeting your OLVCS Family at The Field after the Walk-A-Thon for an easy dinner!
- Tell your friends and family to visit The Field on October 7th!
Mary Poppins - School Musical Tryouts
Last Call For Auditions!
Middle School/5th Grade Tryouts: Tuesday, September 17th and Wednesday September 18th
4th Grade and 3rd Grade Tryouts: Thursday, September 19th.
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C044AACAB2CA3F49-51190406-middle#/
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C044AACAB2CA3F49-51191582-elementary#/
Weis 4 School
- OLVCS is partnering with Weis Markets in their annual Weis 4 School program.
- Register your Weis Rewards card online at weis4school.com.
- By participating in this program, we can earn money for our school by simply shopping.
- Once you register, you’re in the program and you do not need to register again this school year.
- Please share this information with your friends and family. The more interest and enthusiasm we generate, the greater the benefits to our school.
- Thank you!
What's for lunch?
OLVCS Athletics
OLV Crusaders Win First Match of the Volleyball Season
On Thursday, 9/12/2024, the OLV Volleyball team traveled to the home of the Sugar Valley Rural Charter School Phoenix to play their first match of the season. The A team played first and OLV won in 2 sets: 25 – 11, 25 – 19. The B team game also ended in a win for the Crusaders in two sets: 25 – 9, 25 – 18. The Crusaders and Phoenix will play a rematch next week on Thursday, 9/9/2024 at Saint Joseph’s Catholic Academy. Start time is 3:30 PM. Come out and cheer on our team!
OLVCS Soccer Team - First Match Monday, September 16th!
Good luck to the OLVCS Soccer Team in their upcoming matches. Come out to Orchard Park at 4:00pm on Monday to cheer them on!
St. Joseph's Catholic Academy News
Cross Country Runners Continue To Shine
In last week's TVAA meet at East Juniata, Leah Wright, Abel Reynolds, and Ethan Bonislawski
posted personal bests, with Wright and Abby Ridenour placing 2nd and 3rd on the girl's side. Sean DePlato finished 8th in the boys meet, and both teams placed 3rd overall.
SJCA Town Hall Meeting
SJCA College Fair
Parish Happenings
Troop Of Saint George Kickoff BBQ!
TONIGHT! Youth Group Kickoff Meeting!
Calling all Middles School and High School students!
Regular weekly meetings:
When: Thursdays, 7pm-8pm
Where: The Activity Center for faith and fun!
Middle School: meets in the room across from the Social Hall.
High School: meets in the youth room in the basement.
Join your friends for weekly Thursday evening mass at 6:30pm before Youth Group meets!
OLV Women's Bible Study Program
We are always looking to add to our OLVCS family!
- Bring a friend!
- We have space available at all grade levels for enrollment.
- 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 or shadow day.
☎️ (814) 238-1592