APRIL 27 - MAY 1, 2009 www.myolph.com
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- MONDAY-Sloppy Joes, cole slaw, baked beans, applesauce, milk
- TUESDAY-Breaded chicken, roll, rice, green beans, fruit cocktail, milk-CHEF SALAD, 5TH-8TH
- WEDNESDAY-Cheese pizza, corn, pineapple, salad, milk
- THURSDAY-Hamburger & bun, tri-tater, peaches, pickles-onions-cheese, milk
- FRIDAY-Tuna salad sandwich, tomato soup, crackers, pears, milk
Please attend Mass this weekend with your Parish Priest. "The earth is full of the goodness of the Lord; by the word of the Lord the heavens were made, alleluia." Psalm 32
The virtue for the month of April is "sincerity". Sincerity is the virtue by which we always tell the truth. Sincerity affects all aspects of life - words and actions, thoughts, and attitudes.
- Monday, April 27: 8th graders leave for Washington, D.C.
- Monday, April 27: School Committee meeting, 6:30, library
- Tuesday, April 28: Lacrosse, 5:00, v. Baylor, AT OLPH (5th-7th graders)
- Tuesday, April 28: Weekly Scrip order placed at 8:30 AM
- Wednesday, April 29: Home and School meeting, gym, 6:30-more info. below
- Thursday, April 30: Track meet, 4:15, AT HIXSON
- Friday, May 1: 8th graders return from Washington, D.C.
- Friday, May 1: Fish Fry and Bingo-more info. below
- Saturday, May 2: Lacrosse, 10:30, v. Webb BB, AT OLPH
TRANSITION DAYS at OLPH School are being scheduled for students and parents. On Wednesday, April 29th, parents of rising 1st graders will meet with the 1st grade teachers at 6:00 PM in the cafeteria in the Main School Building. On Monday, May 4th, rising 5th grade students will have a transition day (half-day) in St. Patrick's Hall during the school day. On Tuesday, May 5th, rising 5th grade parents will have their meeting with the 5th grade teachers in St. Patrick's Hall at 6:30 PM. Please make plans to attend the transition days - it will help prepare both students and parents for the upcoming school year and provide the opportunity for parents to meet the teachers and ask questions.
The 5th grade students and teachers want to thank the Home and School Association for providing the bus on their field trip to the Rave to watch the Disney film, "Earth" to celebrate Earth Day. Disney planted 57 trees in various locations throughout the world as a result of their participation in this project. The Home and School will also provide a bus to Lake Winnie at the end of the school year.
Save your aluminum cans for the 5th graders - they are collecting (rinsed, pleased!) cans in conjunction with Earth Day. The 5th grade students will gather the cans from each building on Thursdays until May 21st; boxes will be located in each school building. The money earned from recycling the cans will go to Doug Owen, OLPH seminarian. The Knights of Columbus will then donate a tree on behalf of the 5th grade class for their effort in this Earth Day fundraiser.
Grandparent's Day will be celebrated on Friday, May 8th starting with the celebration of the Mass at 8:15 AM followed by a continental breakfast and entertainment by the students in the school gym.
Grandparents and parents, feel like spoiling a terrific child? Give the gift that will last. OLPH Spring Book Fair will be held in the school library during the week of May 4-7, from 7:45 AM to 3:45 PM, and 9:00 to Noon on Friday, May 8th.
The Annual OLPH Spring Art Show will be Friday, May 8, on Grandparent's Day. Students in all grades are eligible to enter. Art work must have been done this school year and must be framed. Students may enter 2 works of art. Clay pieces may also be entered. Art work should be submitted to Mrs. Meinert by Monday, May 4.
Booster Club Officer applications for the 2009-2010 school year are available in the school office or you can download the application from the OLPH School website at www.myolph.com. Applications must be turned in to the school office by Wednesday, May 6, 2009. Officers will be announced at the Booster Club meeting on Monday, May 11th. If you have questions please call Shane Neal at 757-7618 or email shane.neal@ubs.com.
The last Home and School Association meeting for the year will be Wednesday, April 29th at 6:30. Pizza and drinks will be served, and childcare will be provided. There are many changes coming for the next year; please attend this important meeting. Also, there will be a parent survey, and your participation is needed and greatly appreciated.
The Home and School Association is sponsoring another Family Fun Bingo Night after the First Friday Mass and following the Knight’s fish fry in the PLC. Cards are only 50 cents each, and prizes will be given out to winners. Anyone wishing to donate prizes for this event should drop them off at the school office by Friday at 2:30. Toys, games, baked goods, etc. will be greatly appreciated, and PIP hours will be given. If you would like to volunteer to help, contact Colleen Teal at 605-6006. The last Bingo Night was a huge success. Come out and play!
Be sure to get your PIP hours before the end of the year. Many opportunities are coming up including Grandparents Day, book fair, art show, box tops, Teachers’ Appreciation Week (May 3-9), and Field Day. Contact Kathy Sumrell for more information. So far we have over 5,000 PIP hours logged. THANK YOU, PARENTS!
Make gift giving for graduation, First Communion, Mother’s Day, and Father’s Day easy. Order SCRIP. Bath and Body Works is now offering an 18% contribution through May 8. Scrip Cards for school uniforms through Lands End is a great choice. Lands’ end is offering parents chances to win a $10,000 scholarship and gift cards. The school will receive 20% from the use of these cards. Consider ordering any Scrip cards to help us reach our goals Thank you for your support.
The 2009-2010 school year calendar is now posted on our website under "School Information".
Parents/Guardians, please check your Edline account regarding emails. When logged on to your Edline account, go to "Manage Account" and be sure the "yes" box is checked allowing the school to send emails through Edline. This is a major form of communication from your child's teachers, the principal, and the Development Office. If you have questions regarding this please contact Mrs. Teresa Hale at thale@catholicweb.com
OLPH Summer Camps - OLPH and NDHS have a GREAT summer camp program planned for this summer. Brochures are available in the school office. If you have any questions please call Kathy Sumrell at 622-1481 or email ksumrell@catholicweb.com
PLEASE NOTE THIS CORRECTION TO THE SUMMER CAMP BROCHURE: The OLPH Football Camp will be held the week of June 22-26.
OLPH School is accepting student applications for grades Kindergarten through 8th for the school year of 2009-2010. If you have questions regarding admissions or would like an application packet contact Teresa Hennen, Director of Admissions, at 622-1481 or Teresahennen@catholicweb.com.
Volunteers are need for Vacation Bible School: The theme for VBS this year is "Power Lab". It is an exciting, scripture-based program that is "fizzing" with fun where kids will discover Jesus' miraculous power. DATE: June 29-July3; TIME: 9:00 AM to Noon; AGES: Pre K (4 yr.old)-rising 5th grade students. If you can volunteer please contact Sheri Fava, 706-764-1757 or email favamama@yahoo.com or Kathy Sumrell at OLPH.
OLPH FOOD DRIVE: The food theme for the month of April is "drinks" - instant tea, powdered drink mixes, etc. The OLPH 3rd grade Brownie troop will gather the donations from the boxes in each school building, and stock the OLPH and Ladies of Charity food pantries. Also, a reminder the OLPH Church "Good Samaritan" food drive is the first Sunday of every month.
There is going to be an end-of-the-year Spanish Spring Festival/Market. Senora George needs items donated for this event. These items will be "sold" to the students for "money" they earn in class this 9 weeks. We could use t-shirts, hats, Cd's, etc. If you or your business can help, please contact Senora George at 423-622-1481 or kgeorge@catholicweb.com.
Gas prices getting you down? There is a parent-organized bus from Cleveland, TN that picks up in Cleveland and in Ooltewah. If you are interested in more information, please call Mike Boettner at 423-504-5826 or send an email to howlingcow@leapmail.net Forms will be sent our during the summer to interested parents. The due date for your information and deposit will be July 31st. Space is limited.