OLVCS Updates

Fall is upon us, and with that comes varying weather. We send our students out for recess each and every day unless for heavy rain, or bitter cold. Please make sure your child is prepared to enjoy their time outside.

On October 30th we have both the end of the marking period, and school photo day. We will send out the flyers for school photos closer to that date.

Bishop Mark sent the message below to pastors regarding upcoming collections to assist hurricane victims. The Bishop also asked Catholic schools to collect money to benefit relief efforts, as well. He thought students might be willing to donate their spare change, etc. So on that note we will have a Dollar (and maybe more) Dress Down Day on Thursday, October 24th. All proceeds will be forwarded to Catholic Charities.

Make it a Great Day!

Samantha

Notable Dates:

Thursday, October 24th: Dollar Dress Down Day for Hurricane Relief

Friday, October 25th: NO School (Diocesan Inservice)

Sunday, October 27th: Trunk or Treat

Wednesday, October 30th: School Photo Day

Wednesday, October 30th: End of the First Marking Period

Friday, November 1st: Mass @ 10:00 am All Saints Day

*Picture is of the 1st and 8th grade field trip to Wasson Farms.

In recent days, our brothers and sisters in the southeastern part of the United States have endured devastation from Hurricane Helene and Hurricane Milton. We here in the Diocese of Altoona-Johnstown stand in solidarity with those individuals and families. I invite the local faithful to join me in praying for them and asking the Lord to give them strength and healing in the challenging days ahead. In a special way, we also remember those who have lost their lives and those who mourn them.

As we see the suffering of the storm victims on the news, I think I speak for everyone in expressing a great desire to help in some way. Therefore, I am asking all parishes in the Diocese of Altoona-Johnstown to take a special collection to benefit hurricane victims on the weekends of October 12-13, October 19-20, and October 26-27. All contributions to this special collection would be tax deductible. Parishes should forward the proceeds to the diocese, and I will see that those monies are forwarded to agencies such as Catholic Charities USA, which will ensure that the funds are used to help the recovery efforts. At this time, there is no need for items such as food, clothing, or toiletries to be sent to the southern states.

In the Gospel of Matthew, Jesus reminds us that what we do for the least among us, we do for Him. In that spirit, I ask that local parishioners please be generous in the upcoming special collections, and I encourage everyone to keep all those affected by the hurricanes in their thoughts and prayers. May the Lord bless them and those on the front lines who are working hard to provide aid and comfort.

In support of the Hurricane victims and in conjunction with all diocesan schools; we will have a Dollar (and maybe more) Dress Down Day on October 24th. All proceeds will be sent to the diocese then forwarded to Catholic Charities for hurricane relief.

• 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 Seraphim Sponsors.

• Google forms were sent to the parent emails on file with the school.
• Please check your email and spam folders for the important email.
• Personalize your brick/paver via the google form.
• All google forms are due by 10/21/24.
• Questions? Contact development@olvs.org.

• Tickets will be available for sale during homeroom on T - W - Th next week or at the door on the night of the event. $5 per ticket.
• If ticket fee poses a financial hardship, please contact, Mrs. Weakland, for a fee waiver.
  
• Location: Activity Center
• We will need parent volunteers, etc. Sign up will be sent soon!

• Date: Sunday, October 27, 2024
• Time: 4-5 pm
• Location: Rear School Parking Lot
• Families are welcome to join us for trick-or-treating, fall snacks, and a trip to the pumpkin patch.
• If you are interested in participating in the Trunk-or-Treat by handing out candy from your car or if you would just like to attend, please sign up your family below.
• https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0F4EAAAD2CAAF49-52224048-olvcs.
• We ask that all cars participating park in the back lot by 3:45 pm to allow traffic to be blocked off at the start of the event.
• Come in costume, decorate your trunk, and hand out candy!

Join OLV Snow Sports Club

• 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 15th.

OLV Bazaar

Date: Saturday, October 26, 2024

Time: 8:30 am to 4:00 pm

Location: OLV School Gym

Sign up here to volunteer:

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0E4DA8A92CA64-45549478-olvbazaar#/

Come Enjoy:

-The OLVCS Band playing at 11:00am during the bazaar!

• Please remember the last day to wear shorts is October 31st.
• Please check the Student/Parent handbook here for uniform guidelines.

The MS Volleyball Team finished its season with a final game against Sugar Valley. It was the 8th Grade Recognition, and the 8th graders competed together for the first match. After losing the first set, they came back and won the match 2-1! It truly was a team effort. The 7th graders won their match 2-0. Congratulations to our 8th Graders Lane Blackstock, Charlotte Knaby, Annie Hyman, Marissa Lucas, Hannah Moritz and Addy Snyder on a fantastic season.

The Crusaders hit the field last week against Belleville, and secured a win 7-1 in a great team effort. The team played hard on Tuesday, but lost the game against Park Forest.

Today, the Crusaders are hoping to rebound from the loss as they play a home game at Belleville, and the 8th graders will be recognized at this game. Go Crusaders!

• The deadline to sign up is Tuesday, November 15th.
• The first day of practice will be Monday, November 18th.

No School - October 25th

Picture Day - October 30th

Sunday,

Oct. 20th

10:30am-11:20am

School Auditorium

All CCD, OLVCS &

home educating 2nd grade parents should attend.

• 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.