OLVCS Updates
August 31, 2023
Dear OLV Parents and Friends,
It has been a great week of school! Although I have been away due to a previously scheduled trip, and return on Friday, I have heard that it has been a wonderful start from Fr. George, faculty and families. I look forward to visiting the classrooms and getting back in the swing of OLVCS.
The summer is a busy time at school. I want to thank Mrs. Cawley, Mrs. Weber, Mr. Stec, Mrs Houtz & Mr. Hoy for their work this summer to ensure that all was ready for the students’ return. Also, a thank you to the teachers for all their preparation, both in lesson planning and their classrooms, the school looks amazing! A thank you to the rectory staff, Mary Ellen Bucknavage, and Sandra Lema, our ‘HR Team’ that makes sure we are cleared, and contracted. Finally, Fr George, for his support and belief of Catholic education for which I am truly grateful.
The OLVCS Walk-A-Thon is around the corner, and will be held on Friday, October 6th. Walk-A-Thon information will be coming home early next week. The Walk-A-Thon is an extremely important funding source for school activities, field trips, curricula, and other student-centered upgrades for our school. We are also planning to direct a portion of this year’s funds to upgrade our school and facility needs in the areas of safety and security.
Coming home next week is a “Family Survey” from the diocese. The data we gather from the survey will be instrumental in obtaining funding from the state for our school used for services that are not covered by our general fund. Please participate and return the survey to the school addressed to Mrs. Weakland. All information will be kept confidential.
As a reminder we don’t have school on Monday, September 4th. Enjoy your long weekend, which I hope is relaxing.
Make it a great day, (evening & weekend too)
Samantha Weakland
Upcoming events
Back to School Nights:
Elementary - Wednesday, September 6th
- 6:00 pm parent meeting in the gym followed by Classroom Visits.
Middle School - Thursday, September 12th
- 6:00 pm parent meeting in the gym followed by Classroom Visits.
The Field Gives Back - September 11th
- 11:00am-9:00pm a portion of ALL proceeds will be given to OLVCS
Middle School Field Trip:
- Bald Eagle State Park - October 11th
- Contact your middle schooler’s homeroom teacher if you are interested in chaperoning.
- Appropriate clearances need to be obtained.
"Make Known to Me Your Ways, Lord: Guided by Truth, Inspired to Learn."
OLV Day is Friday, October 6th
OLVCS Day at The Field Burger & Tap
Remember...
2023-2024 Calendar is Posted
Note: There is no school Monday, September 4th in observance of Labor Day.
We are always looking to add to our OLVCS family!
What's for Lunch?
Interested in Bands or Strings? Meeting tonight!
Come to the Band and Strings information Night, Thursday, August 31st from 6:30-7:30 in the OLVCS gym.
Crusader Cart News - Student Store
Spirit Wear Sale Ends September 8th
Spirit Wear is only available to purchase through the Crusader Cart during specific sale dates! Items will be delivered directly to school once the order has been filled at Collegiate Pride. Great for dress down days and approved for Middle School PE.
Crusader Cart
Say Cheese!
We Need YOU!
OLVCS Athletics Updates
Practice Continues for OLVCS Soccer and Volleyball Teams
The 7th and 8th grade co-ed soccer and girls volleyball teams had a full week of practices this week. The coaches are impressed with the improvements the players have already made since the first day of practice. Game schedules have now been posted at www.olvcatholicschool.org/volleyball and www.olvcatholicschool.org/soccer. The home volleyball games will be played at the Saint Joseph’s Catholic Academy gymnasium. The soccer games will be played at Orchard Park. Please come out, enjoy a game, and support your Crusader teams!
No Soccer or Volleyball Practice on Monday
Preschool News
Preschool Off to a Great Start
We had a great start to our preschool year! Lots of smiles and laughter from everyone!
We'd also like to welcome Mrs. Maria Stoehr to our faculty this year. Mrs. Stoehr will be the lead teacher in our 4 year old Koala classroom.
Saint Joseph's Catholic Academy Updates
Silver Rose Travels to Saint Joseph’s
Saint Joseph’s Fields Seven Fall Sports Teams
With seven sports teams, Fall is a busy time for Saint Joseph’s Athletics. Saint Joseph’s offers teams for boys and girls cross country, boys and girls soccer, girls volleyball, and boys golf. Girl golfers compete on the boys golf team during the season and in the post-season, and if they qualify can compete individually in the post-season. For great high school athletic action, be sure to check out a SJCA Fall sports team meet, match, or game.The schedule can be found at https://sjcasports.org/
Parish Happenings
Know Someone Interested in Becoming Catholic?
Youth Group Resumes
OLVCS Religious Education
Our Lady of Victory Catholic School
Email: principal@olvcs.org
Website: https://www.olvcatholicschool.org
Location: 800 Westerly Parkway, State College, PA, USA
Phone: 814-238-1592
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/OLVCS/