OLVCS Updates

Mass is canceled tomorrow due to a funeral. Students do NOT need to wear their Mass uniforms.

Our middle school families and students learned last night we have hired a MS Science teacher. Mr Joshua Gunter has a Master's in Secondary Education from Kent State, and is certified in both Science and Social Studies. He taught MS Social Studies in Ohio, and 7th, 9th-11th Social Studies at the Grier School. He recently finished at Delta as guest MS Science Teacher, and is currently the Assistant Girls Wrestling Coach at State High.

Our hope is that he will start next week, or the following, once all paperwork has been processed and finalized through the Diocesan Education Office.

We thank Mrs. Peters for stepping in and teaching this 1st quarter. She has done an amazing job, organizing, planning and instructing. I personally thank her for giving us time to find and hire a qualified teacher.

Mother Son Bowling will be Sunday, November 24th. This community building event has been a fan favorite for years! (details below)

Make it a Great Day!

Samantha

Notable Dates:

Wednesday, November 27th - 29th: Thanksgiving Break

Wednesday, December 4th: Photo Retakes

Monday, December 9th: Mass; Feast of the Immaculate Conception

Tuesday, December 10th: Christmas Concert (more details to come)

Thursday, December 19th: 3rd Grade Christmas Play

Monday, December 23rd - January, 3rd: Christmas Break

Monday, January 6th: School Resumes

*Picture is of the interactive science lab during our Middle School Open House.

• Grades 3rd - 8th
• Sign up at the Snow Sports Club page on the OLV Website or by scanning the QR code below.
• https://www.olvcatholicschool.org/Page/1621
• All forms and payments must be turned in by Friday, Nov 22nd.

Date: Sunday, November 24th

Time: 3:00 PM

Location: Bellefonte Lanes

RSVP: Here by 11/23/24

• Two games of bowling and shoe rentals will be provided for all mothers & sons.
• Pizza, snacks, and drinks will be served.

• Ignatius Book Fairs offer a Christian alternative that is unparalleled to any known book fair, teaching lessons of faith, hope, and charity to children.
  
• Visit ignatiusbookfairs.com to learn more!
  
• There will be time during school Tuesday -Thursday for OLVCS Students to purchase books, after school during ASAP one day, and after Masses on Saturday and Sunday for our whole parish community.
• We will need volunteers to help with the book fair. Clearances are not needed for this volunteer opportunity.
• Sign up to volunteer, here.
• Email Melanie Smith (melanie.yonushonis@gmail.com) with any questions.

• 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 year. Tell them THANKS from OLVCS!
• Click on the logos below to visit a business' website.
• This week we are featuring our Angelic and Cherubim Sponsors.

• Open Gym: November 15
• 2:30-4:00PM
• Boys & Girls teams combined.
• Don't forget your practice clothes and shoes!
• The first day of practice will be Monday, November 18th - 2:30pm Girls; 4:00pm Boys

Our preschoolers had a wonderful time on Wednesday with ambassadors from Saint Joseph's Academy! The SJCA students spent time in the Polar Bear Class, sharing stories, smiles, and lots of fun. It’s so heartwarming to see our little ones connect with big kids who are setting such a great example of faith, service, and leadership.

• 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.