3/30/2012

April 2 - 6, 2012

OUR LADY OF PERPETUAL HELP CATHOLIC SCHOOL FRIDAY FANFARE

APRIL 2 - APRIL 6, 2012 www.myolph.com

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LUNCH MENU

· Monday, April 2--Hot dog & bun, baked beans, cole slaw, peaches, milk

· Tuesday, April 3--Ham, roll, scalloped potatoes, mixed vegetables, oranges, milk

· Wednesday, April 4--Cheese pizza, corn, pineapple, salad, milk

· Thursday, April 5--Hamburger & bun, Tri-tater, fruit cocktail, pickles, onions, cheese, milk

· Friday, April 6--SCHOOL CLOSED--BEGIN EASTER BREAK

Please attend Mass this weekend with your Parish Priest. "You shall know that I am the Lord, when I open your graves and have you rise from them…I will put my spirit in you that you may live." Ezekiel 37

The virtue for the month of April is "Gentleness" (in my manner and words). Christian gentleness is shown in how we solve problems with those around us and how we care for people in need. We follow Jesus' example of the Good Samaritan as we treat our neighbors and friends with gentleness. Virtue mass: 6th Grade, Friday, April 20, 8:15 A.M.

SCHOOL CALENDAR

The next SCRIP order will be placed Tuesday, April 17--More info. in School News.

· Saturday, March 31--Baseball, 11:00, at Notre Dame High School

· Monday, April 2--Uniform shorts and skorts may be worn to school--please see pages 14 and 15 of the Uniform Policy in the Parent/Student Handbook

· Monday, April 2--Golf, 3:30, v. St. Jude and CAMS, at Moccasin Bend

· Monday, April 2--CAG meeting, 6:00, at Longhorn on Brainerd Road (new date)

· Monday, April 2--Booster Club meeting, 6:00, school library

· Tuesday, April 3--Track, 4:15, at GPS

· Thursday, April 5--8th graders return from Tybee Island

· Friday, April 6--SCHOOL CLOSED--BEGIN EASTER BREAK

· Sunday, April 15--Fly Fishing class with Fr. Mike--more info. in Student News

· Monday, April 16--RETURN FROM EASTER BREAK

STUDENT NEWS: Fly Fishing, Educational Outfitters Scholarship, Correction on Honor Roll, Spring Art Show, Summer Art Camp

· Fly Fishing--Fr. Mike Creson, in conjunction with the Boy Scouts, is offering an introductory course in Fly Fishing on Sunday, April 15, at 4:00 P.M. in the Parish Life Center (PLC). Men, women, boys, and girls are all welcome. No RSVP required. Hope to see you there

· Educational Outfitters is offering (4) $2000 and (4) $500 scholarships for the 2012-2013 school year. It does specify the student must be K-12 and display financial need: http://www.educationaloutfitters.com/catalogs/2012EducationalOutfittersEntryForm.pdf

· Correction on Honor Roll-- Congratulations to 6th grader Bentley Burgess, who received First Honors the third nine weeks. Good job, Bentley!

· Spring Art Show--The Spring Art Show will be displayed April 27 in the PLC. Students in grades Kindergarten through 8th grade may participate. Mrs. Meinert will be sending more information in her upcoming expectations letter to parents.

· Summer Art Camp--Mrs. Meinert will be conducting Summer Art Camps during the following times:

o Rising 3rd-5th graders, July 2 - 6, 9:00 A.M. to Noon, $100 per student

o Rising 6th-8th graders, July 9 - 13, 9:00 A.M. to Noon, $100 per student

o Please contact Mrs. Meinert if you would like to sign up. Email ahmeinert@aol.com or 423-227-9229.

SCHOOL NEWS: SCRIP orders, Home and School Committee Nominations, Grandparent's Day, Help Needed with St. Cecilia's Closet,

Applications for 2012-2013

· SCRIP orders--The next SCRIP order will be placed Tuesday, April 17. The SCRIP Company is closed next week; OLPH School is on Easter Break the week following Easter.

· Home and School Committee Nominations--Do you want to be more involved in your child's school and learn more about OLPH? Do you know of another parent/guardian who would be a good representative of OLPH? The Home and School nominating committee needs your help filling all positions on the Home and School Board for the 2012-2013 school year. We are seeking nominations for President, Vice President, Treasurer, and Secretary. These positions are open to any home and school member, and we welcome involvement from all grade levels. If you are interested in nominating yourself or someone else, please send an email to rsmamm@epbfi.com by Tuesday, April 3. Please give the name of the person you are nominating and position you believe they are suited for. You do not have to contact the person you nominate; the nominating committee will contact nominees to determine if they are interested. If you have any questions, please contact Anna McPeak, Home and School Secretary at 423-902-0659, or rsmamm@epbfi.com .

· Grandparents' Day--Grandparents' Day is scheduled for Friday, April 27. The celebration begins with Mass at 8:15 A.M. followed by a continental breakfast and entertainment by the students in the OLPH gymnasium. There will be an Art Show and Book Fair in the PLC. Grandparents are also welcome to visit the classrooms. Invitations will be mailed by next week; RSVPs are to be called in to 423-622-1481, or emailed to ksumrell@catholicweb.com .

· Help needed--Creative Arts Guild needs some help with St. Cecilia's Closet. They are in need of one or more volunteers to help with mending--replacing buttons, stitching popped pleats and hems, and an occasional zipper replacement. It is a great way for someone to earn PIP hours working at home. Please contact Cissy West at cisnbill@epbfi.com if you are interested in helping with this ongoing project.

· St. Cecilia's Closet--There are First Communion articles of clothing for sale in St. Cecilia's Closet, including dresses and suit jackets.

· Applications for the 2012-2013--OLPH School is accepting applications for the upcoming 2012-2013 school year for students in grades Pre-K through 8th. For additional information or a tour of the school please contact Teresa Hennen, Director of Admissions at 423-698-3274 or email teresahennen@catholicweb.com .

SPORTS: Spring Sports, Baseball Update, Track News, Tennis Scoop,

Booster Club Committee nominations

· Spring Sports--The Rams spring sports season is underway! Check the Fanfare Calendar weekly to see what times the baseball, track, tennis, and golf teams are playing. Schedules are also on our website, www.myolph.com, under Athletics, as well as on the ParentsWeb calendar. Go Rams!!

· Baseball Update--Rams baseball is well underway. The team features 10 boys who show up every day ready to get better, and it has shown in the three games so far. Sam Stovall, James Teal, Logan McCallie, and Rhys Robertson have handled the pitching load. John Tiller had his best game at third base last week. The team will play Saturday, March 31, at Notre Dame High School at 11:00, and then take a break for the 8th grade trip and Easter Break.

· Track News--The OLPH Rams track team continued to amaze at the meet held on Thursday, March 29. Hannah Ingle added 2½ feet to her long jump and shaved her mile to under 7 minutes. Hannah joined Camden Eckler, Ema San Miguel, and Macy Dearing in the winning 4 x 400 relay. They not only beat all the other girls' teams, but also all the boys relay from other schools! Adams Robinson, Charlie Johnson, Tyler Enos, and Ricky Ballard teamed up to win both the 4 x 100 and 4 x 400 relays. In individual events, Tyler Enos won discus, Charlie Johnson won the 800, and Ricky Ballard won the 200. Outstanding effort was given by all as each athlete continues to improve.

· Tennis Scoop--The tennis teams continue to play strong during the beautiful spring weather. Both the boys and girls defeated Silverdale on March 27.The teams split with St. Jude on March 28; the girls won 6-3, and the boys lost 3-6. Keep up the Spirit and Go Rams!!

· Booster Club Committee Nominations-- If you would like to play an active role in OLPH athletics now is the time!! The OLPH Booster Club is accepting nominations for the Executive Committee. Nominees are taken from OLPH Booster Club members. The Executive Committee Officers positions are as follows: President, Vice President, Secretary, and Treasurer. Nominations should be submitted to the Athletic Director, Todd Close, at tclose1717@bellsouth.net. Nominations began March 27, 2012 and will end Monday, April 9, 2012. Coach Close will announce all nominations on April 9th; elections will be held at the OLPH Booster Club Meeting on May 7 at 6:00 P.M. in the library. The election is open to all OLPH Booster Club members. The Secretary, Angela Johnson, can provide details on the duties of each position. Contact her at roobearangel@comcast.net. The Booster Club Officers would like to thank all parents, coaches and athletes for their dedication and school spirit!! GO RAMS!!!

PARISH NEWS: Holy Week Schedule, Parish Office Schedule

· Holy Week Schedule at OLPH Parish:

o Palm Sunday of the Lord's Passion

§ March 31st at 5:30 P.M.; April 1st at 7:30 A.M., 10:00 A.M., Noon; and 2:00 P.M. en Español

o Tuesday of Holy Week, The Chrism Mass, Cathedral of the Sacred Heart in Knoxville, April 3rd, 7:30 P.M., with Bishop Richard F. Stika, Third Bishop of Knoxville

o Easter Triduum--By ancient Christian Tradition 'Morning Prayer' will be celebrated during the Triduum.

§ Holy Thursday, April 5th - Morning Prayer, 8:15 A.M., Evening Mass of the Lord's Supper, 7:00 P.M. (Lent ends with this celebration)

§ Good Friday, April 6th--Morning Prayer, 8:15 A.M., Stations of the Cross, 3:00 P.M., Celebration of the Lord's Passion, 7:00 P.M.

§ Holy Saturday, April 7th--Morning Prayer, 8:15 A.M., the Great Vigil of Easter, 8:00 P.M. (No Mass at 5:30 P.M.)

§ Easter Sunday of the Resurrection of the Lord--April 8th, 7:30 A.M., 10:00 A.M., Noon; and 2:00 P.M. en Español

· Parish Office schedule: The Parish Office will be closed Good Friday, April 6, and Easter Monday, April 9. The office will be open Tuesday, April 10 through Thursday, April 12 from 9:00 A.M. to 3:00 P.M. The office will be closed Friday, April 13. Regular office hours will resume on April 16.

3/23/2012

March 26 - March 30, 2012

OUR LADY OF PERPETUAL HELP CATHOLIC SCHOOL FRIDAY FANFARE

MARCH 26 - March 30, 2012 www.myolph.com

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LUNCH MENU

· Monday, March 26--Sliced turkey, roll, creamed potatoes, green beans, peaches, milk

· Tuesday, March 27--Spaghetti, roll, salad, applesauce, milk

· Wednesday, March 28--Ham Hoagie, chicken noodle soup, crackers, carrots, pears, milk

· Thursday, March 29--Chicken sandwich, Tri-tater, fruit, pickles, cheese, milk

· Friday, March 30--Cheese pizza, corn, pineapple, salad, milk

Please attend Mass this weekend with your Parish Priest. "Lord, during this Lenten Season nourish us with your word of life and make us one in love and prayer." Amen. Please see the Deanery Reconciliation Services schedule at the end of this Fanfare.

The virtue for the month of March is "peace" (to calm my fear). "Peace; be still," Jesus said to the stormy sea. The waves and the disciples in the boat were instantly calmed: that calmness is freedom from upsetting thoughts or feelings." Virtue mass: 1st Grade, Friday, March 30, 8:15 A.M.

SCHOOL CALENDAR

The COGAT test will be administered to students in grades 3, 5, and 7, on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday. Please be sure your child is well rested, arrives to school on time, and has eaten a nutritional breakfast.

· Sunday, March 25--First Communion Retreat after 10:00 Mass, gym

· Monday, March 26--Golf, 3:30, v. St. Jude, Silverdale, and CAMS, at Brainerd Golf Course

· Tuesday, March 27--Golf, 3:30, v. St. Jude and Boyd, at Creek's Bend

· Tuesday, March 27--Tennis, 4:00, v. Silverdale, at Standifer Gap

· Tuesday, March 27--Track, 4:15, at Hixson High School

· Wednesday, March 28--Tennis, 3:30, v. St. Jude, at Champions

· Thursday, March 29--Golf, 3:30, v. CAMS, St. Jude, and Silverdale, at Moccasin Bend

· Thursday, March 29--Track, 4:15, at Hixson High School

· Friday, March 30--Virtue Mass for First Grade, 8:15

· Friday, March 30--Living Stations of the Cross, 2:00 and 5:30--all welcome to attend

· Friday, March 30--Lenten Fish Fry, PLC, after 5:30 Stations of the Cross

STUDENT NEWS: Uniform Policy, Educational Outfitters Scholarship,

Academic Awards for 3rd nine weeks, Spring Art Show, Summer Art Camp

· Uniform Policy--As stated in the Parent/Student Handbook, shorts and skorts may be worn during the spring months of April and May. We will adhere to this policy.

· Educational Outfitters is offering (4) $2000 and (4) $500 scholarships for the 2012-2013 school year. It does specify the student must be K-12 and display financial need: http://www.educationaloutfitters.com/catalogs/2012EducationalOutfittersEntryForm.pdf

· Congratulations to the following students for making the Honor Roll the third nine weeks of school:

o 5th Grade: Principal's List: Brian Choi, Greta Lundquist, Ivy Nguyen, Julia Raabe, Gretchen Eckler, Kimmie Nguyen, and Kit Turner; First Honors: Holli Covey, Curtis Dearing, Mackenzie Ramey, Caitlin O'Brien, and Brendan Yemm; Second Honors: Megan Bordash, Grace Hatala, Emily McPeak, James Schumacher, Hannah Ingle, Emma McNabb, and Hagen Menham: and Honorable Mention: Max Sinner, Anthony Ubas, and Chloe King.

o 6th Grade: Principal's List: Renee Hutton, Nolan Corbitt, Luke Eckler, and James Post; First Honors: Kyla Mitchell, Kersten Hicks, Mackenzie Tapley, and Savannah Tucker; Second Honors: Bentley Burgess, Emily Roach, Sam Stovall, Michael Signiski, Hogan Walker, Jessica Bird, Elizabeth Labbe, Grant Speer, Adams Robinson, and Evan Tapley; and Honorable Mention: Will Bordash, A.J. Carreon, John Hillman, Jerry Kilichumala, Natalie Snellgrove, Salem Zegarra, Emily Alcantara, T.J. McGhee, and Angela Shin.

o 7th Grade: Principal's List: Kelsey Barta, Meghan Greene, Andrew Lisy, James West, Lauren Collins, Louis deBenoist, and Ema San Miguel; First Honors: Macy Dearing and Anna Silverblatt; Second Honors: Margaret Coles, Noah Pierce, Logan McCallie, Kaia Barter-Kloss, Alexia Douglas, Hannah Maxwell, and Madison Ramey; and Honorable Mention: Tayler Wightman, Alexis Harris, Shaelyn Corte, Gabriella Gearinger, and Madison Kosky.

o 8th Grade: Principal's List: Andie Dorris, Camden Eckler, Mary Margaret Haywood, Alex Darras, Lauren Dray, Allison Hoffer, Addison Hutton, Jessica Moore, and Sarah Thomas; First Honors: Christopher Boettner, Nuri Omolara, Pen Sibley, and Cassidy Share; Second Honors: Tyler Enos, Jennifer Johnson, Jiwon Kim, J.J. McDonald, Keri Klassen, Madeline Siragusa, and Zachary Riddle; and Honorable Mention: Hannah Davis, Aileen Lanzar, Kaylee Stone, Nick Grannan, Charlie Johnson, and Lauralee Rast.

· Spring Art Show--The Spring Art Show will be displayed April 27 in the PLC. Students in grades Kindergarten through 8th grade may participate. Mrs. Meinert will be sending more information in her upcoming expectations letter to parents.

· Summer Art Camp--Mrs. Meinert will be conducting Summer Art Camps during the following times:

o Rising 3rd-5th graders, July 2 - 6, 9:00 A.M. to Noon, $100 per student

o Rising 6th-8th graders, July 9 - 13, 9:00 A.M. to Noon, $100 per student

o Please contact Mrs. Meinert if you would like to sign up. Email ahmeinert@aol.com or 423-227-9229.

SCHOOL NEWS: Teacher Recognition, Scout Service Project, Classroom Achievement, Lent Fish Fry,

Help Needed with St. Cecilia's Closet, Applications for 2012-2013

· Teacher Recognition--Congratulations to 6th grade teacher Dave Galik for his recent recognition at the Rotary Luncheon. The students voted Mr. Galik as 'the teacher who has impacted them the most.' Keep up the good work, Mr. Galik!

· Scout Service Project--A great big THANK YOU to Rob Summitt and Cub Scout Pack 3017 for the project they made for the school. The Scout Pack designed and built a flag stand for the OLPH School Gymnasium. The flag is beautifully displayed on a movable post. Next time you are in the gym please take time to view their handiwork and thank them for their donation.

· Classroom Achievement/Kindergarten Tidbits--The Kindergarten class recently took part in the Junior Achievement Program, Ourselves. The students were introduced to the economic role of individuals. They "earned" $137.66 for the Ladies of Charity Organization! A representative from the Ladies of Charity, Jamie Gavlenski, presented a power point program to the class explaining how the organization operates and what they do with the money they make. The students enjoyed seeing how the money would be used.

· Lent Fish Fry--The Knights of Columbus council 6099 will be hosting a Fish Fry one more Friday evening during Lent at 6:00 P.M. in the PLC (after the 5:30 Stations of the Cross). Proceeds will be split between the OLPH Home and School Association and the K of C Wheelchair Foundation. Cost is $6 per plate; take-out will be available, as well as cheese quesadillas. To encourage school families to participate, we will be sending "tickets" home during the week with your child. Mark your family name and the grades of your children, and bring with you to the dinner. The grade with the most participation during the five Fridays will receive an ice cream party after Easter! Come out and enjoy the fellowship with your parish family. The following classes are requested to provide desserts for the dinners. The homeroom parents will be in touch during the assigned week:

o March 30 - 2nd grade and 8th grade

· Help needed--Creative Arts Guild needs some help with St. Cecilia's Closet. They are in need of one or more volunteers to help with mending--replacing buttons, stitching popped pleats and hems, and an occasional zipper replacement. It is a great way for someone to earn PIP hours working at home. Please contact Cissy West at cisnbill@epbfi.com if you are interested in helping with this ongoing project.

· St. Cecilia's Closet--There are First Communion articles of clothing for sale in St. Cecilia's Closet, including dresses and suit jackets. Thank you to the parents who sent in the pant hangers, we now have plenty--we appreciate your support!

· Applications for the 2012-2013--OLPH School is accepting applications for the upcoming 2012-2013 school year for students in grades Pre-K through 8th. For additional information or a tour of the school please contact Teresa Hennen, Director of Admissions at 423-698-3274 or email teresahennen@catholicweb.com .

SPORTS: Spring Sports, Track News, Tennis Scoop, Football Awards Dinner

· Spring Sports--The Rams spring sports season is underway! Check the Fanfare Calendar weekly to see what times the baseball, track, tennis, and golf teams are playing. Schedules are also on our website, www.myolph.com, under Athletics, as well as on the ParentsWeb calendar. Go Rams!!

· Track News--OLPH Track Team dominated at the first ISC track meet held on March 20. Kudos to all the 5th grade team members who did a great job at their first meet! First place finishers in individual events were Macy Dearing, Ema San Miguel, Charlie Johnson, Lucas Mullin, Ricky Ballard, Adams Robinson, and Tyler Enos. The Boys Relay Teams won both the 4 x 100 and 4 x 400; the Girls 4 x 400 finished an extremely close second to St. Jude's relay team. The track meet held on March 22 also had great victories for OLPH. Charlie Johnson and Macy Dearing won the 800; Ricky Ballard won the 200; Lucas Mullin won the mile; and the Boys Team 4 x 100 relay placed first. The 5th grade girls improved all of their times. GO RAMS!!

· Tennis Scoop--Lady Rams secured another win after beating Berean on March 20. On March 21, both the boys and girls teams played their hearts out, and beat CAMS. The matches on March 23 were not completed due to rain. Keep up the SPIRIT and GO RAMS!!

· Football Awards Dinner--The Annual OLPH Football Awards Dinner is scheduled for Saturday, March 24, at Erlanger Hospital. Arrival time is 5:45 with dinner by O'Charley's starting at 6:00. Please park in the main parking lot and enter through the Main Entrance (Level 1/Blue Level). Walk past the information desk and the POB Dining Room will be on your left (right after the aquarium). Players are to wear coat and tie. We are excited to announce that Merv Pregulman will say a few words during dinner. Mr. Pregulman is an All-American who formerly played for the University of Michigan and professionally for the Green Bay Packers and Detroit Lions. After football he became the President and CEO of Siskin Steel. He then led the construction of Siskin Hospital in 1992. Following dinner we will proceed to the Probasco Auditorium for awards and highlight video.--Coach Bill Dearing.

PARISH NEWS: Deanery Reconciliation Services, Holy Week Schedule

· Deanery Reconciliation Services--Monday, March 26, 7:00 P.M.--St. Jude, Chattanooga/Hixson, and Wednesday, March 28, 6:30 P.M. --St. Bridget, Dayton

· Holy Week Schedule at OLPH Parish:

o Palm Sunday of the Lord's Passion

§ March 31st at 5:30 P.M.; April 1st at 7:30 A.M., 10:00 A.M., Noon; and 2:00 P.M. en Español

o Tuesday of Holy Week, The Chrism Mass, Cathedral of the Sacred Heart in Knoxville, April 3rd, 7:30 P.M., with Bishop Richard F. Stika, Third Bishop of Knoxville

o Easter Triduum--By ancient Christian Tradition 'Morning Prayer' will be celebrated during the Triduum.

§ Holy Thursday, April 5th - Morning Prayer, 8:15 A.M., Evening Mass of the Lord's Supper, 7:00 P.M. (Lent ends with this celebration)

§ Good Friday, April 6th--Morning Prayer, 8:15 A.M., Stations of the Cross, 3:00 P.M., Celebration of the Lord's Passion, 7:00 P.M.

§ Holy Saturday, April 7th--Morning Prayer, 8:15 A.M., The Great Vigil of Easter, 8:00 P.M. (No Mass at 5:30 P.M.)

§ Easter Sunday of the Resurrection of the Lord--April 8th, 7:30 A.M., 10:00 A.M., Noon; and 2:00 P.M. en Español

3/16/2012

March 19 - 23, 2012

OUR LADY OF PERPETUAL HELP CATHOLIC SCHOOL FRIDAY FANFARE

MARCH 19 - MARCH 23, 2012 www.myolph.com

"In accordance with Federal Law and U.S. Department of Agriculture policy, this institution is prohibited from discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, or disability." To file a complaint of discrimination, write to USDA, Director, Office of Civil Rights, Room 326W, Whitten Building, 1400 Independence Avenue, SW, Washington DC 20250-9140, or call 202-720-5964 (voice and TDD). USDA

LUNCH MENU

· Monday, March 19--NO SCHOOL FOR STUDENTS--TEACHER IN-SERVICE

· Tuesday, March 20--Corn dog, macaroni & cheese, steamed cabbage, peaches, milk

· Wednesday, March 14--Cheese pizza, corn, pineapple, salad, milk

· Thursday, March 15--Chicken sandwich, Tri-tater, fruit, pickles, cheese, milk

· Friday, March 16--Fish, cole slaw, Tri-tater, oranges, milk

Please attend Mass this weekend with your Parish Priest. "For God so loved the world that he gave his only Son, so that everyone who believes in him might not perish but might have eternal life." John 3:16 Please see the Deanery Reconciliation Services schedule at the end of this Fanfare.

The virtue for the month of March is "peace" (to calm my fear). "Peace; be still," Jesus said to the stormy sea. The waves and the disciples in the boat were instantly calmed: that calmness is freedom from upsetting thoughts or feelings." Virtue mass: 1st Grade, Friday, March 30, 8:15 A.M.

SCHOOL CALENDAR

IOWA TESTS WILL BE ADMINISTERED TO STUDENTS IN GRADES 1 - 8.

Please be sure your child is well rested, arrives to school on time,

and has eaten a nutritional breakfast.

· Saturday, March 17 and Sunday, March 18--Paraclete Book Store, Holy Family Hall, after all Masses

· Saturday, March 17--Nature's Place Work Day, 10:00 A.M. to 2:00 P.M.

· Monday, March 19--NO SCHOOL FOR STUDENTS--TEACHER IN-SERVICE

· Monday, March 19--Cancelled--Baseball game v. Boyd

· Monday, March 19--Golf, v. Boyd, Silverdale, CAMS--at Brown Acres

· Tuesday, March 20--Track, 4:15, at Red Bank High School

· Tuesday, March 20--Baseball, 4:30, v. Christian Heritage, at CHS

· Tuesday, March 20--Tennis, 4:00 (GIRLS ONLY), v. Berean, at Champions

· Wednesday, March 21--Tennis, 4:00, v. CAMS, at Champions

· Thursday, March 22--Track, 4:15, at Hixson High School

· Thursday, March 22--Tennis, 4:30, v. CHS, at Champions

· Thursday, March 22--Baseball, 4:30, v. Lookout Valley, at Lookout Valley

Please update your calendar: The Living Stations scheduled for Friday, March 30, will be performed at 2:00 for the School (original time), and

5:30 for the Parish (this time is new)

STUDENT NEWS: Uniform Policy, Student Recognition

· Uniform Policy--As stated in the Parent/Student Handbook, shorts and skorts may be worn during the spring months of April and May. We will adhere to this policy, especially with the upcoming IOWA and COGAT tests.

· Student Recognition-- Congratulations to Andrew Lisy, 7th grader at OLPH. He won First Place at the USTA Southern TN GPS Winter Open (Boys 14) Singles Tennis Tournament this past weekend. Good job, Andrew!

SCHOOL NEWS: Jump Rope for Heart, Lent Fish Fry, Help Needed with St. Cecilia's Closet, Applications for 2012-2013, Ladies Bible Study

· Jump Rope for Heart--Coach Close would like to thank everyone who helped raise over $1700 for Jump Rope for Heart. The American Heart Association also thanks you for your generosity!!

· Lent Fish Fry--The Knights of Columbus council 6099 will be hosting Fish Frys two more Friday evenings during Lent at 6:00 P.M. in the PLC (after the 5:30 Stations of the Cross). Proceeds will be split between the OLPH Home and School Association and the K of C Wheelchair Foundation. Cost is $6 per plate; take-out will be available, as well as cheese quesadillas. To encourage school families to participate, we will be sending "tickets" home during the week with your child. Mark your family name and the grades of your children, and bring with you to the dinner. The grade with the most participation during the five Fridays will receive an ice cream party after Easter! Come out and enjoy the fellowship with your parish family. The following classes are requested to provide desserts for the dinners. The homeroom parents will be in touch during the assigned week:

o March 23 - 1st and 4th grades

o March 30 - 2nd grade

· Help needed--Creative Arts Guild needs some help with St. Cecilia's Closet. They are in need of one or more volunteers to help with mending--replacing buttons, stitching popped pleats and hems, and an occasional zipper replacement. It is a great way for someone to earn PIP hours working at home. Please contact Cissy West at cisnbill@epbfi.com if you are interested in helping with this ongoing project.

· St. Cecilia's Closet--There are First Communion articles of clothing for sale in St. Cecilia's Closet, including dresses and suit jackets. Thank you to the parents who sent in the pant hangers, we now have plenty--we appreciate your support!

· Applications for the 2012-2013--OLPH School is accepting applications for the upcoming 2012-2013 school year for students in grades Pre-K through 8th. For additional information or a tour of the school please contact Teresa Hennen, Director of Admissions at 423-698-3274 or email teresahennen@catholicweb.com .

· Ladies Bible Study--OLPH Ladies Bible Study is in the midst of a study for Lent, "Prayer, Fasting, and Almsgiving: Spiritual Practices that Bring Us Closer to God", by Kevin Perrotta. The study began on Ash Wednesday and takes place on Wednesdays at 10:00 A.M. in Holy Family Hall. The cost is $10 per person. Join us as we learn why we undertake the practices of prayer, fasting, and almsgiving, and how they can transform us to become more like the persons that God has created us to be. Nursery available in Madonna Hall. Contact Cathy Oliver at 706-264-6966 or Catherineoliver@optilink.us to reserve a book.

SPORTS: Spring Sport, Baseball schedule changes

· Spring Sports--The Rams spring sports season is underway! Check the Fanfare Calendar weekly to see what times the baseball, track, tennis, and golf teams are playing. Schedules are also on our website, www.myolph.com, under Athletics, as well as on the ParentsWeb calendar. Go Rams!!

· Baseball schedule changes--There have been four baseball games that have been cancelled; however, Coach Courter hopes to have them rescheduled. Please check ParentsWeb and the website calendar for updated game information.

PARISH NEWS: Deanery Reconciliation Services

· Monday, March 19, 7:00 P.M.--Holy Spirit, Soddy Daisy

· Tuesday, March 20, 7:00 P.M.--St. Mary, Athens

· Thursday, March 22, 5:30 P.M.--Sts. Peter & Paul, Chattanooga

· Monday, March 26, 7:00 P.M.--St. Jude, Chattanooga/Hixson

· Wednesday, March 28, 6:30 P.M. --St. Bridget, Dayton

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