8/31/2012

September 3 - 7, 2012


OUR LADY OF PERPETUAL HELP CATHOLIC SCHOOL FRIDAY FANFARE
September 3 - September 7, 2012 www.myolph.com
                             
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LUNCH MENU
·         Monday, September 3--SCHOOL CLOSED --LABOR DAY
·         Tuesday, September 4--Corn dog, macaroni & cheese, cabbage, peaches, milk
·         Wednesday, September 5--Taco pizza, corn, pineapple, salad, milk
·         Thursday, September 6--Chicken sandwich, Tri-tater, fruit, pickles, cheese, milk
·         Friday, September 7--Tuna salad sandwich, tomato soup, crackers, fruit, milk

Please attend Mass this weekend with your Parish Priest. "Hearken, my people, to my teaching, incline your ears to the words of my mouth. I will open my mouth in a parable; I will utter mysteries from of old."--Psalm 78

Our virtue for the month of September is Sincerity. Sincerity is the virtue of being honest and genuine to others as well as one's self.

SCHOOL CALENDAR
·         Sunday, September 2--"Scrip Sunday"--more info. in School News
·         Monday, September 3--LABOR DAY--SCHOOL CLOSED
·         Tuesday, September 4--Football, 5:30, v. Christian Heritage School, at Christian Heritage
·         Wednesday, September 5--Cub Scout meeting--more info. in Student News
·         Friday, September 7--Volleyball, 4:30/5:30, v. Chattanooga Christian School, at OLPH

STUDENT NEWS: Class Officers, Student recognition, Cub Scouts, Visiting author
·         Class officers--Congratulations to the 8th Grade Class Officers for the 2012-2013 school year:
o   President--Andrew Lisy
o   Vice-President--Madison Kosky
·         Student recognition--Congratulations to the following OLPH students who completed the Dream Big, READ! Summer Reading Program  at the Chattanooga Public Library: Luke Eckler, Nick Gass, Frances Hackett, Waverly Herrit, Matthew Laws, Michael Laws, Anthony Mathis, Antonio McCorkle, Olivia Mroz, Tristan Mroz, and Garrett Sullivan. Each of these students read the required number of books to earn various prizes and invitations to special library events. Good job!!
·         Cub Scouts--????What are YOU doing with your son???? CHARACTER DEVELOPMENT…Good Citizenship…Respectful Relationships…Fun and Adventure! Cub Scouts at OLPH--1st through 5th Grade boys. We will be fishing and camping this fall. All families are welcome! Please join us Wednesday, September 5th at 6:30 P.M., in the OLPH Cafeteria. For more information, please contact Rob Summitt at 423-650-9556, or email summitt@summittgrouup.com .
·         Visiting author--Author Deanna Klingel will here Friday, September 7, to visit with the students in grades 5 through 8. If anyone is interested in pre-ordering her books see Mrs. Duenas in the library. If you would like to learn more about the author, you can visit her website at www.booksbydeanna.com .

SCHOOL NEWS: Scrip Sunday, Oktoberfest, Sponsorships for Ram Run 2012, Nature's Place
o   Scrip Sunday--This Sunday, September 2, and every first Sunday of the month will be "Scrip Sunday." Scrip cards will be available for purchase after all weekend Masses in Holy Family Hall. Shopping with Scrip supports OLPH School without any fundraising--it doesn't get any better than that! All you have to do is purchase your favorite retailers Scrip cards at face value and use them in place of cash, checks, or credit cards for the purchases you were going to make anyway. The retailers send us a cash discount and we split the profits with you 50/50. Purchase Scrip gift cards for ALL your shopping needs. Gas, groceries, gifts, dining out, home improvements--if you want to get started and need help, please come by the table after Mass or contact Cissy West at cwest@catholicweb.com or 423-488-4217 or Marina Delaney at delaneymarina@hotmail.com or 423-827-2632.
o   Oktoberfest--Be sure to SAVE THE DATE for Saturday, October 13th for the Oktoberfest Ram Run!! The one mile Family Fun Run/Walk will begin at 8:30 A.M. and the 5K will begin at 9:00 A.M.  The races will start in front of the First Tennessee Pavilion. Registration forms will be sent home with OLPH students and forms will be in the back of the church. (See information below to register online and to become a sponsor!) After the Run/Walk you can stroll through the Chattanooga Market for special treats and handcrafted goods. OLPH School has the BEST brat booth at the Chattanooga Market so please find our booth and buy a brat! Oktoberfest is our school's biggest fundraiser, and we really hope that you will be there!! If you have any questions, need more information, or want to sign up to volunteer at the Ram Run, contact Karen Smith at klosmith33@gmail.com or 423-710-6736, or Cathy Sompayrac at cathyrain@comcast.net or 423-779-4580. If you can volunteer to help at the Brat Booth contact Kathy Sumrell at ksumrell@catholicweb.com .
·         Sponsorships for Ram Run 2012--Registration is NOW OPEN for this year's OLPH Ram Run on October 13 - you can register online at: http://www.active.com/running/chattanooga-tn/chattanooga-oktoberfest-ram-run-2012 The Ram Run Committee is still looking for sponsorships and in-kind donations, such as food and snacks for the runners and door prizes. If you own a business or work for a company that might be interested in donating this year, please email Dawn McAbee at dvscavett@yahoo.com for details on how to participate. The deadline for sponsorships has been extended to Friday, September 14.
·         Nature's Place--Congratulations! Nature's Place, the outdoor classroom at OLPH School is now a certified Nature Explore Classroom. We are now a part of a growing national network of organizations that created effective outdoor learning environments for children. This network will allow for idea-sharing, peer support, and continuous learning and development for the students at OLPH School.

SPORTS NEWS: Fall sports, Football news, Cross Country news, Tennis Camp
·         Fall sports--Come out and cheer on the OLPH Rams fall sports teams!!! Cross Country, Football, and Volleyball teams have begun play. All games are posted on the calendar part of the Friday Fanfare, on ParentsWeb, on our website calendar and on our website under the heading "Athletics."
·         Football news--The OLPH School football team is off and running. The team opened with an impressive Jamboree at the Hixson "Border Wars". The Rams earned victories over McMinn County and Red Bank, while settling for a tie against East Ridge. Adams Robinson, Alan Ubas, and Tommy Kulik were standouts. The Rams regular season began with a heartbreaking, last-second defeat, to Grace Academy (22-20). The Rams played tough and had a touchdown called back. Sam Stovall, Quinn Summers, and Rhys Robertson played well on both sides of the ball.
·         Cross Country news--The OLPH Cross Country team had their first meet on Tuesday, August 28. All of the runners did an excellent job and had great finishes. We don't have the official times yet but we want to congratulate them for a great race!
·         Tennis Camp--Mr. Eric Voges, who is one of the best tennis coaches of the southeast, is offering tennis clinics this fall. He is generously donating some of the proceeds to OLPH's tennis team. If you are interested you may contact Mr. Voges at evoges@mccallie.org or Mrs. Mary Pat Haywood (OLPH's tennis coach) at 706-459-6391.


8/24/2012

August 27- August 31, 2012


OUR LADY OF PERPETUAL HELP CATHOLIC SCHOOL FRIDAY FANFARE
August 27 - August 31, 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, August 27--BBQ chicken sandwich, baked beans, c ole slaw, apples, milk
·         Tuesday, August 28--Ham, roll, mixed vegetables, scalloped potatoes, pears, milk
·         Wednesday, August 29--Cheese pizza, corn, bananas, salad, milk
·         Thursday, August 30--Hamburger & bun, Tri-tater, fruit, pickles-onions-cheese, milk
·         Friday, August 31--Chicken noodle soup, grilled cheese sandwich, crackers, carrots, peaches, milk

Please attend Mass this weekend with your Parish Priest. "My sheep hear my voice, says the Lord; I know them, and they follow me."--John 10

Our monthly virtues are from the "Virtues of the Blessed Virgin Mary" which include sincerity, joy, gratitude, generosity, justice, responsibility, constancy, diligence, and charity. Each month a new virtue is introduced and integrated into daily curriculum and celebrated at an all-school Mass

SCHOOL CALENDAR
·         Monday, August 27--Volleyball, 4:30/5:30, v. Christian Heritage, at Christian Heritage (Dalton)
·         Monday, August 27--VIRTUS, 6:00, OLPH PLC--more info. in School News
·         Tuesday, August 28--Cross Country, 4:15/4:45, at Woodland Park Baptist Church (originally scheduled for Monday, August 27)
·         Wednesday, August 29--Volleyball, 4:30/5:30, v. CAMS , at CAMS
·         Thursday, August 30--Pep Rally, gym, 2:25--Parents/Guardians, siblings invited!! Go Rams!!
·         Thursday, August 30--Football, 5:30, v. Lookout Valley, at OLPH
·         Friday, August 31--Volleyball, 4:30/5:30, v. Grace, at Grace
·         Monday, September 3--Labor Day--SCHOOL CLOSED

SCHOOL NEWS: Ram Run 2012, VIRTUS training
·         Ram Run 2012--Registration is NOW OPEN for this year's OLPH Ram Run on October 13 - you can register online at: http://www.active.com/running/chattanooga-tn/chattanooga-oktoberfest-ram-run-2012 The Ram Run Committee is still looking for sponsorships and in-kind donations, such as food and snacks for the runners and door prizes. If you own a business or work for a company that might be interested in donating this year, please email Dawn McAbee at dvscavett.com for details on how to participate. The deadline for sponsorships has been extended to Friday, September 14.
·         VIRTUS training--There is a VIRTUS training at OLPH on Monday, August 27, at 6:00 in the PLC. VIRTUS is a program for protection of children and youth and is mandated by the Diocese of Knoxville for all adults volunteering or working with children. This includes substitute teachers, coaches, classroom volunteers and boy/girl scout leaders. Registration is done online at www.virtus.org . Once on the website, click on registration, then scroll to Knoxville Diocese and click on it to find Our  Lady of Perpetual Help and register.


SPORTS NEWS: Fall sports
·         Fall sports--Come out and cheer on the OLPH Rams fall sports teams!!! Cross Country, Football, and Volleyball teams have begun play. All games are posted on the calendar part of the Friday Fanfare, on ParentsWeb, on our website calendar and on our website under the heading "Athletics." A pep rally will be held Thursday, August 30 at 2:25 in the gym. Everyone is invited to cheer on our fall athletes. Go Rams!!

8/17/2012

August 20 - August 24, 2012


OUR LADY OF PERPETUAL HELP CATHOLIC SCHOOL FRIDAY FANFARE
August 20 -August 24, 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, August 20--Chicken nuggets, roll, creamed potatoes, green beans, peaches, milk
·         Tuesday, August 21--Ravioli, roll, salad, applesauce, milk
·         Wednesday, August 22--Cheese pizza, corn, grapes, salad, milk
·         Thursday, August 23--Chicken sandwich, French fries, fruit cocktail, pickles-onions-cheese, milk
·         Friday, August 24--Fish, cole slaw, Tri-tater, pears, milk

Please attend Mass this weekend with your Parish Priest. "I have waited, waited for the Lord, and he stooped toward me."-Psalm 40

Our monthly virtues are from the "Virtues of the Blessed Virgin Mary" which include sincerity, joy, gratitude, generosity, justice, responsibility, constancy, diligence, and charity. Each month a new virtue is introduced and integrated into daily curriculum and celebrated at an all-school Mass

SCHOOL CALENDAR
·         Monday, August 20--Volleyball, 4:00/5:00, v. Lookout Valley, at OLPH
·         Wednesday, August 22--$1 out of uniform for teacher perks
·         Wednesday, August 22--Home and School meeting, 6:00, OLPH gym
·         Wednesday, August 22--Open House (grades Prek-8th), 6:45 (after Home and School meeting)
·         Thursday, August 23--Praying Parents, 9:00 A.M., Holy Family Hall--more info. in school news
·         Thursday, August 23--Football, 7:00, v. Silverdale Baptist Academy, at Silverdale
·         Friday, August 24--Volleyball, 4:30/5:30, v. Berean, at Berean

SCHOOL NEWS: Home and School Officers, Praying Parents, Ram Run 2012,
VIRTUS training
·         Home and School Officers-- The Home and School Officers for the 2012-2013 school year can be contacted at the following email addresses:
o   Co-Vice President: Barbara Haimelin -- dbhaimelin@comcast.net
o   Co-Vice  President: Sharon King -- sharon6215@comcast.net
o   Treasurer: Anna McPeak -- rsmamm@epbfi.com
o   Secretary: Melissa Sinner -- sinnerfamilysouth@gmail.com
·         Praying Parents--The "Praying Parents" is a group of parents who gather to pray specifically for the children, teachers, parents, clergy and staff of our Catholic Schools. Prayers come directly from scripture, along with any intentions received. The group meets on Thursdays following Mass (9:00 A.M.) in Holy Family Hall of OLPH Church. The first meeting will be Thursday, August 16. If you have questions please contact Lori Voges, Religion Teacher at OLPH School at lvoges@catholicweb.com . Draw closer to God through prayer and fellowship. Seek God's wisdom and receive His peace.
·         Ram Run 2012--Registration is NOW OPEN for this year's OLPH Ram Run on October 13 - you can register online at: http://www.active.com/running/chattanooga-tn/chattanooga-oktoberfest-ram-run-2012 The Ram Run Committee is still looking for sponsorships and in-kind donations, such as food and snacks for the runners and door prizes. If you own a business or work for a company that might be interested in donating this year, please email Dawn McAbee at dvscavett.com for details on how to participate. The deadline for sponsorships has been extended to Friday, September 14.
·         VIRTUS training--There is a VIRTUS training at OLPH on Monday, August 27. VIRTUS is a program for protection of children and youth and is mandated by the Diocese of Knoxville for all adults volunteering or working with children. This includes substitute teachers, coaches, classroom volunteers and boy/girl scout leaders. Registration is done online at www.virtus.org . Once on the website, click on registration, then scroll to Knoxville Diocese and click on it to find Our  Lady of Perpetual Help and register.

STUDENT NEWS: Junior High dance
·         Junior High dance-- On Saturday, August 18th, there will be a dance for the 6th, 7th, and 8th grade students of OLPH and St. Jude Schools. It will be held at the Knights of Columbus Hall Council 610 at 313 Sylvan St. in North Chattanooga. The dance will be held from 7:30 to 10:00 and the cost is $5.00 per student. Frozen drinks may be purchased for $1. Light snacks will be served. If you have questions please call Jonette Dearing at 423-313-3546.

SPORTS NEWS: Booster Club, Cross Country meeting, Volleyball meeting, Notre Dame news
·         Booster Club Officers-- The Athletic Booster Club is comprised of a group of parents who have a special interest in the development of a strong athletic program at OLPH School. The group sponsors fund-raising activities to raise money to purchase athletic uniforms and sports equipment.  Please feel free to contact any officer with questions, ideas, or volunteering opportunities. The officers can be reached at the following email addresses:
o   President Tom Lundquist - tglundquist@comcast.net
o   Vice President Scott Gearinger - sgearinger@accessamericatransport.com
o   Secretary Angela Johnson - roobearangel@comcast.net
o   Treasurer John Phillips - jojolajuan@comcast.net 
·         Notre Dame news--Several items were sent home with students this week from Notre Dame High School. All students in grades PreK through 8th were given a "Prospect Pass" which allows the student free admission to Notre Dame home games (sporting events).  All students were also given a copy of the Notre Dame Fall sports schedule. Students in grades 1st through 8th were given an information sheet regarding "Irish Basketball Academy" which will be run by Notre Dame's new boy's basketball coach, J.P. Nerbun, who may be reached at 423-653-1461 or jpnerburn@gmail.com . A card was sent home to students in grades Kindergarten through 5th regarding "End of the Summer Water Party." Questions regarding this event should be addressed to Cleo Gravitt at Notre Dame High School, 423-624-4618, extension 1802, or email gravittc@myndhs.com .




8/10/2012

August 13 - 17, 2012

OUR LADY OF PERPETUAL HELP CATHOLIC SCHOOL FRIDAY FANFARE
August 13 - August 17, 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, August 13--Hot dog & bun, cole slaw, baked beans, watermelon, milk
·         Tuesday, August 14--Chicken & noodles, roll, green peas, salad, pears, milk
·         Wednesday, August 15--Cheese pizza, corn, pineapple, salad, milk
·         Thursday, August 16--Hamburger & bun, tri-tater, fruit cocktail, pickles-cheese-tomato, milk
·         Friday, August 17--Ham sandwich, potato salad, carrot sticks, mandarin oranges, cheese, pickles, milk

Please attend Mass this weekend with your Parish Priest. "Blessed are they who hear the word of God and observe it." Luke 11

Our monthly virtues are from the "Virtues of the Blessed Virgin Mary" which include sincerity, joy, gratitude, generosity, justice, responsibility, constancy, diligence, and charity. Each month a new virtue is introduced and integrated into daily curriculum and celebrated at an all-school Mass

SCHOOL CALENDAR
·         Monday, August 13--First day of school for students-- full day
·         Tuesday, August 14--Cross Country parent meeting, 3:30, Mrs. Ingle's room--more info. in sports news
·         Tuesday, August 14--Home and School Officer meeting, 5:30, Conference Room--anyone interested may attend
·         Wednesday, August 15--Assumption of Mary--Holy Day--all school Mass, 8:15 A.M.
·         Wednesday, August 15--Volleyball parent meeting, 4:45, gym--more info. in sports news
·         Wednesday, August 15--Homeroom Parents meeting--1:00 and 5:30--more info. in school news
·         Thursday, August 16--Praying Parents, 9:00 A.M., Holy Family Hall--more info. in school news
·         Thursday, August 16--Football, 6:30, v. Grace Academy, at Grace

SCHOOL NEWS: Home and School Officers, Homeroom Parents meeting, Praying Parents,
 Ram Run 2012,Food allergies, VIRTUS training
·         Home and School Officers--The officers will meet Tuesday, August 14, at 5:30 P.M., in the OLPH School Conference Room. Anyone interested may attend. The Home and School Association is an organization whose goal is to assist teachers, the principal, and the School Committee in the accomplishment of projects relative to the building of the parent/school community. The organization also assists teachers when necessary, provides a forum for exchanging ideas for improvements of the facilities and raises monies to be used to benefit the students. The Home and School Officers for the 2012-2013 school year can be contacted at the following email addresses:
o   President: Cissy West -- cisnbill@epbfi.com
o   Co-Vice President: Barbara Haimelin -- dbhaimelin@comcast.net
o   Co-Vice  President: Sharon King -- sharon6215@comcast.net
o   Treasurer: Anna McPeak -- rsmamm@epbfi.com
o   Secretary: Melissa Sinner -- sinnerfamilysouth@gmail.com
·         Homeroom Parents meeting--Beth Tapley will meet with Homeroom Parents on Wednesday, August 15, at 1:00 and again at 5:30 (whichever one is convenient for the Homeroom Parent) in the OLPH School Conference Room.  Anyone interested in becoming a homeroom parent should contact Beth at bethtapley@gmail.com .
·         Praying Parents--The "Praying Parents" is a group of parents who gather to pray specifically for the children, teachers, parents, clergy and staff of our Catholic Schools. Prayers come directly from scripture, along with any intentions received. The group meets on Thursdays following Mass (9:00 A.M.) in Holy Family Hall of OLPH Church. The first meeting will be Thursday, August 16. If you have questions please contact Lori Voges, Religion Teacher at OLPH School at lvoges@catholicweb.com . Draw closer to God through prayer and fellowship. Seek God's wisdom and receive His peace.
·         Ram Run 2012--We're gearing up for this year's Ram run on October 13. As you know, this is the school's biggest fundraiser, and last year we raised close to $9,000. This year we're hoping to exceed $10,000, but we need your help! If you own a business or work for a company that might be interested in being a sponsor this year, please email Dawn McAbee at dvscavett@yahoo.com for details on how to participate.
·         Food allergies--We have several students with food allergies, and some with severe peanut/tree nut allergies. We ask that no nut products be brought in to school for treats in the classrooms. We prefer no food with nuts or nut by-products be brought for lunch. However, if they are, students will be sitting at a designated table for these lunches. This enables us to monitor easily and make sure those students and tables are completely clean from peanuts and residue after lunch.
·         VIRTUS training--There is a VIRTUS training at OLPH on Monday, August 27. VIRTUS is a program for protection of children and youth and is mandated by the Diocese of Knoxville for all adults volunteering or working with children. This includes substitute teachers, coaches, classroom volunteers and boy/girl scout leaders. Registration is done online at www.virtus.org . Once on the website, click on registration, then scroll to Knoxville Diocese and click on it to find Our  Lady of Perpetual Help and register.

SPORTS NEWS: Booster Club, Cross Country meeting, Volleyball meeting
·         Booster Club Officers-- The Athletic Booster Club is comprised of a group of parents who have a special interest in the development of a strong athletic program at OLPH School. The group sponsors fund-raising activities to raise money to purchase athletic uniforms and sports equipment.  Please feel free to contact any officer with questions, ideas, or volunteering opportunities. The officers can be reached at the following email addresses:
o   President Tom Lundquist - tglundquist@comcast.net
o   Vice President Scott Gearinger - sgearinger@accessamericatransport.com
o   Secretary Angela Johnson - roobearangel@comcast.net
o   Treasurer John Phillips - jojolajuan@comcast.net 
·         Cross Country meeting--Boys and girls in grades 3rd through 8th, who are interested in participating in Cross Country, please mark your calendars! A parent information meeting will be held on Tuesday, August 14th at 3:30 P.M.  in Mrs. Ingle's second grade classroom. The first practice will be Thursday, August 16th at 3:30 P.M. Those in grades 3rd - 5th will run one mile in the meets; grades 6th - 8th will run two miles in the meets. If you have questions please contact Mrs. Kari Ingle at kmingle@catholicweb.com .
·         Volleyball meeting-- Girls in grades 6th through 8th who are interested in playing volleyball are to attend a meeting with their parents on Wednesday, August 15 at 4:45, in the gym. The team this year will be coached by Mrs. Nicole Tinney (6th grade teacher at OLPH) and Mr. Ted Hackett (OLPH parent and former professional volleyball player). Both coaches will be conducting the meeting. If you have questions please contact Coach Tinney at ntinney@catholicweb.com .




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