January 7 - January 13, 2013

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January 7 - January 11, 2013 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, January 7--Teacher In-Service--No school for students

·         Tuesday, January 8--Teacher In-Service--No school for students

·         Wednesday, January 9--Cheese pizza, corn, pineapple, salad, milk

·         Thursday, January 10--Hamburger & bun, French fries, fruit, pickles, onions, cheese, milk

·         Friday, January 11--Fish, cole slaw, squash, pears, milk

Happy New Year! Welcome Back--from Mrs. Curtiss and the Cafeteria Staff

Please attend Mass this weekend with your Parish Priest. "A holy day has dawned upon us. Come, you nations, and adore the Lord. For today a great light has come upon the earth."

Our virtue for the month of January is "justice." Justice is the virtue that leads us to seek for ourselves only what we truly need and deserve and recognizing others' right to receive what they need and deserve.

The faculty and staff of Our Lady of Perpetual Help School would like to wish everyone

a blessed, peaceful, and safe Christmas and New Year.

SCHOOL CALENDAR

·         Monday,  January 7--Teacher In-Service--No school for students

·         Tuesday, January 8--Teacher In-Service--No school for students

·         Wednesday,  January 9--Students return to school--full day

·         Wednesday, January 9--Report cards sent home with students

·         Wednesday, January 9--Booster Club meeting, 6:00, school library

·         Thursday, January 10--5G Basketball, 5:00, v. Grace, at Grace

·         Thursday, January 10--5B Basketball, 6:15, v. Grace, at Grace

·         Thursday, January 10--VB Basketball, 5:00, v.  Bradley County, at OLPH

·         Friday, January 11--Virtue Mass, 8:15

·         Friday, January 11--Academic Awards for 2^nd nine weeks for 5^th-8^th, 2:30, gym--all welcome

·         Friday, January 11--VB Basketball, 5:00, v. Grace, at OLPH

·         Saturday, January 12--VB Basketball, at Knoxville Tournament--11:00, v. St. John Neumann at St. John Neumann; 3:00, v. St. Joseph at St. Joseph School

STUDENT NEWS: Report Cards, After School Art

·         Report Cards--The second nine weeks of school ends Friday, December 21; report cards will be sent home with students on Wednesday, January 9, 2013. Please be sure all financial accounts are up to date, including lunch, After Care, Before Care, tuition, library books, and athletic team uniforms.

·         After School Art--From Mrs. Meinert: After School Art schedules will be given out after Christmas Break. Classes will resume on Monday, January 14 with second grade, followed by 4^th grade on Tuesday, January 15. Oil painting class will begin on January 17 for grades 6^th, 7^th, and 8^th. Please let Mrs. Meinert know if you plan to take oil painting.

SPORTS NEWS: Basketball

·         Basketball--The basketball season at OLPH begins Thursday, January 10 (see calendar above for game schedule). OLPH School has the following four basketball teams: 5G (5^th grade girls), 5B (5^th grade boys), VG (varsity girls-grades 6, 7, 8), and VB (varsity boys-grades 6, 7, 8). Go Rams!!

December 17 - December 21, 2012

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December 17 - December 21, 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, December 17--Hot dog & bun, baked beans, cole slaw, peaches, milk

·         Tuesday, December 18--Ham, roll, sweet potatoes, turnip greens, fruit cocktail, milk

·         Wednesday, December 19--Cheese pizza, corn, pineapple, salad, milk

·         Thursday, December 20--Chicken sandwich, French fries, fruit, pickles, cheese, milk

·         Friday, December 21--SCHOOL DISMISSES AT 11:30--No lunch served, No After School Care

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year! From Mrs. Curtiss and the Cafeteria Staff

Please attend Mass this weekend with your Parish Priest. "The Lord our God comes in strength and will fill his servants with joy."--Isaiah 40

Our virtue for the month of December is "generosity." Generosity is the virtue of giving and sharing what we have and who we are to benefit others. When we are generous we place the best of our qualities, talents, and possessions at their service.

SCHOOL CALENDAR

·         Wednesday, December 19--$1 out of uniform for teacher perks

·         Thursday, December 20--Christmas Program, 7:00, OLPH School gym

·         Friday, December 21--End of second nine weeks

·         Friday, December 21--DISMISSAL AT 11:30--NO LUNCH SERVED, NO AFTER CARE--Begin Christmas Break

·         Wednesday,  January 9--Students return to school--full day

STUDENT NEWS: Student Recognition, Report Cards

·         Student Recognition--Cayci Holt, 5^th grader at OLPH, is cast in the role of "Pepper" in production of "Annie" at the Chattanooga Theatre Centre.  "Annie" runs until December 23. Visit www.theatrecentre.com to order tickets.

·         Report Cards--The second nine weeks of school ends Friday, December 21; report cards will be sent home with students on Wednesday, January 9, 2013. Please be sure all financial accounts are up to date, including lunch, After Care, Before Care, tuition, library books, and athletic team uniforms.

 

SCHOOL NEWS: Scrip

·         Scrip--There is only one remaining order date for Scrip between now and Christmas break-- December 18^th! Payments are due to the school office or to Presto Pay by 9:00 A.M. on that day. If you need help placing orders online contact Cissy West at cwest@catholicweb.com or 423-622-1481, or Marina Delaney at delaneymarina@hotmail.com or 423-827-2632.

SPORTS NEWS: Soccer news, Irish Wrestling Club

·         Soccer news-- Congratulations to the 7/8 grade soccer team. They defeated Berean Thursday to win the Middle School Co-Ed Division Tournament! The 7/8 grade Rams were also the season champions. Go Soccer Rams!!

·         Irish Wrestling Club--The Irish Wrestling Club tradition continues! The club is open to wrestlers in grades 1^st through 5^th. Practices began Wednesday, December 5. Parents may register their child at any practice; practices are held every Monday and Wednesday from 6:30 to 7:30. Each club member is required to pay a membership/coaching fee of $65. An additional competition fee will be assessed to cover tournament entry fees and USA/AAU membership cards. For more information contact: Nathan Wehunt at 423-309-1357 or email wehuntn@myndhs.com .

December 10 - 14, 2012

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December 10 - December 14, 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, December 10--Baked potato, chili with beans, broccoli, fruit cocktail, milk

·         Tuesday, December 11--Chicken & noodles, roll, buttered carrots, salad, peaches, milk

·         Wednesday, December 12--Taco pizza, corn, pineapple, salad, milk

·         Thursday, December 13--Hamburger & bun, French fries, oranges, pickles, onions, cheese, milk

·         Friday, December 14--Chicken noodle soup, grilled cheese sandwich, carrot sticks, pears, milk

Please attend Mass this weekend with your Parish Priest. "The Lord our God comes in strength and will fill his servants with joy."--Isaiah 40

Our virtue for the month of December is "generosity." Generosity is the virtue of giving and sharing what we have and who we are to benefit others. When we are generous we place the best of our qualities, talents, and possessions at their service.

SCHOOL CALENDAR

·         Saturday, December 8--Feast of the Immaculate Conception

·         Sunday, December 9--Angel Tree gifts need to be turned in

·         Monday, December 10--7/8 Soccer, Co-Ed Tournament, 4:15, v. Oakwood, at Belvoir Christian Academy

·         Monday, December 10--5/6 Soccer, Co-Ed Tournament, 6:30, v. St. Jude, at Silverdale Baptist

·         Monday, December 10--Cancelled--CAG meeting, 6:00

·         Tuesday, December 11--Band concert at NDHS, 7:00 (includes OLPH and St. Jude School band students)

·         Wednesday, December 12--All school Mass, 8:15 A.M., to celebrate Our Lady of Guadalupe

·         Thursday, December 13--Reconciliation Service, OLPH Church, 7:00 P.M.

STUDENT NEWS: Student Recognition, Reconciliation, Band Concert

·         Student Recognition--Cayci Holt, 5^th grader at OLPH, is cast in the role of "Pepper" in the upcoming opening weekend of "Annie" at the Chattanooga Theatre Centre. Friday's show is at 8:00 P.M., Saturday's shows are 2:30 P.M. and 8:00 P.M., and next Thursday, December 13, is at 7:00 P.M. "Annie" runs until December 23. Visit www.theatrecentre.com to order tickets. Break a leg, Cayci!

·         Reconciliation-- Students in grades 6, 7, and 8 will have the opportunity to receive the sacrament of Reconciliation on Thursday, December 13^th after the 8:15 A.M. Mass. OLPH Parish will have Reconciliation Service on Thursday, December 13^th at 7:00 P.M.

·         Band Concert--There will be a Christmas Band Concert at Notre Dame High School on Tuesday, December 11, at 7:00 P.M. The combined OLPH and St. Jude Middle School Bands will play as well as the NDHS concert band, jazz band, and percussion ensemble.

 

SCHOOL NEWS: Giving Tree, Scrip, Recycling News

·         Giving Tree-- Advent is upon us, and as in years past, Our Lady of Perpetual Help Church and School have adopted families through Catholic Charities and in our own parish who are in need of assistance during the Holiday Season. The "Giving Tree" has been set up in Holy Family Hall, and you now have the opportunity to pick an "Angel" from the tree.

Ø  When you pick up your "Angel", please note the number and be sure to sign by the corresponding number on the lists near the tree. This will help us to keep track of the "Angels" and assure that none are forgotten.

Ø  You will find some angels with family gift cards to be used to help families provide a Christmas dinner and other necessities not on the wish lists. During the month of December, OLPH School will be selling Scrip Gift Cards every Sunday after the Masses, and purchasing or ordering from us will help the school as well as your adopted family!

Ø  Angel gifts should be returned to the school or parish office by December 9th. Please include your Angel ornament with the unwrapped gift. You can place your gift in a gift bag or leave it unwrapped. If you would like to donate a roll of wrapping paper, it will be greatly appreciated. This allows the parents to wrap the gifts and enjoy this part of Christmas for their kids. Thank you for making Christmas special for these families!

·         Scrip--There are only two remaining order dates for Scrip between now and Christmas break-- December 11^th and 18^th. Payments are due to the school office or to Presto Pay by 9:00 A.M. on those days. If you need help placing orders online contact Cissy West at cwest@catholicweb.com or 423-622-1481, or Marina Delaney at delaneymarina@hotmail.com or 423-827-2632.

·         Recycling News-- Did you know that through our recycling efforts we have reduced our trash pick-up from three times a week to two times a week? We receive money for paper (mixed and newspaper) and cardboard (be sure to break down the boxes); so, please put these in the paper recycling dumpster. We also redeem "salty snack bags" (e.g. potato chips, corn chips, Chex mix, etc.--snack size and regular size), juice pouches, and Lunchable covers, for two cents each. That may not sound like much, but it adds up quickly! If you would like to help, please send the empty bags, pouches, and covers to the cafeteria. Every little bit is greatly appreciated. Thank you. Mrs. Curtiss, Cafeteria Manager

SPORTS NEWS: Soccer news, Rams Hoodies

·         Soccer news--OLPH Rams Co-Ed soccer teams will begin tournament play on Monday, December 10. The 7/8 grade team will play Oakwood Christian Academy at 4:15, at Belvoir Christian Academy. The 5/6 grade team also plays Monday at 6:30 against St. Jude, at Silverdale Baptist Academy. GO RAMS!!

·         Rams Hoodies--We have a few Rams Hoodie sweatshirts for $20 (sizes available are Youth small and medium, and Adult small, medium, large, extra-large, and extra-extra large ($25). Contact Hannah Jones at olphschooloffice@catholicweb.com  or send a note with payment to the school office.