April 29 - May 3, 2013

OUR LADY OF PERPETUAL HELP CATHOLIC SCHOOL FRIDAY FANFARE

April 29 - May 3, 2013 www.myolph.com

                             

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LUNCH MENU

·         Monday, April 29--Ravioli, roll, salad, spinach, applesauce, milk

·         Tuesday, April 30--Sliced turkey, mixed vegetables, smashed potatoes, peaches, milk

·         Wednesday, May 1--Cheese pizza, corn, pineapple, salad, milk

·         Thursday, May 2--Hamburger & bun, Tri-tater, mixed fruit, pickles-onions-cheese-tomato

·         Friday, May 3--Chicken noodle soup, grilled cheese sandwich, crackers, carrots, oranges, milk

Please attend Mass this weekend with your Parish Priest. Lord, restore us by these Easter mysteries. May the continuing work of our redeemer bring us eternal joy. 

Our virtue for the month of April is "Diligence." Diligence is the virtue that helps us attain our goals through effort, fulfill our obligations with a positive, joyful attitude, and constantly improve ourselves.

SCHOOL CALENDAR

·         Saturday, April 27--First Holy Communion, 10:00 A.M. and 1:00 P.M.

·         Monday, April 29--Tennis, 4:00, v. Grace, at Champions Club (match against TCP cancelled)

·         Monday, April 29--Elementary Track, 4:00, at St. Peter's

·         Tuesday, April 30--Tennis, 4:00, v. Boyd Buchanan, at Champions Club

·         Wednesday, May 1--Home and School meeting, 6:00, gym--more info. in School News

·         Friday, May 3--Virtue Mass, 8:15 A.M.

STUDENT NEWS: Yearbook, Makers Club, Art Camp, Kids in the Kitchen

·         Yearbook--It's time to preorder your 2012-2013 yearbook! From now until May 22^nd the cost of a yearbook is $30; after May 22^nd the cost is $35. There are a limited number of yearbooks being printed so be sure to order yours now! Each student was given an order form; completed forms are to be returned to Mrs. Carleen Evans, 5^th grade teacher, with checks made payable to OLPH. An order form may also be downloaded from your ParentsWeb account under the "Resource Document" heading.

·         Makers Club--OLPH Makers Club will begin the last program of the year on Tuesday. It is open to any student 4^th grade to 8^th grade on a first come, first serve basis. Meetings will be held each Tuesday from 3:30 until 5:00 for the remainder of the school year. The Club will be studying video game design and programming; the students will design and administer a Minecraft server. The goals include level design, load balancing, and chat and player management. These goals will give the young people the experience of running a video game company while providing a service to the other young people in the school allowing them a chance to play on a safe and student maintained server. Chat logs will be monitored by adults each night. A Minecraft account will be required for online play. There is a $30 fee if the account is purchased through Makers Club; or, you can purchase an account directly for a small savings through Minecraft.net. There is no additional cost other than for the Minecraft account. If you already have an account or you don't want to play you can attend for free. Students just wishing to play can log on with either the PC or Mac version of the game at 173.247.26.55. Sorry, no IPhone/I pad/Android play--you have to use a real computer. Parents can watch the game maps and see the chat at http://173.247.26.55:8123 .  All questions need to be directed to Glenn Gass at fakermage@gmail.com .

·         Art Camp--Notre Dame High School is sponsoring two weeks of Art Camps this summer: Rising 5^th-8^th, June 10-14; and, Rising 1^st-4^th, June 17-21. The cost of each week is $125.00. Registration information available at http://www.myndhs.com/student-life/summercamp.cfm .

·         Kids in the Kitchen--The Junior League of Chattanooga and the Association of Junior Leagues International are sponsoring Kids in the Kitchen, a FREE, fun-filled day for kids to learn about healthy eating and exercise. The 6^th annual Kids in the Kitchen will be held at Coolidge Park in Walker Pavilion from 11:00 A.M. to 3:00 P.M.  on Saturday, May 4. Activities include educational games, special performances, physical activities including yoga and Pilates, chef demonstrations and healthy snacks, along with free samples, giveaways and prizes.  More information about Kids in the Kitchen and the Junior League can be found at www.jlchatt.org and http://kidsinthekitchen.ajli.org/.

SCHOOL NEWS: Home and School meeting, CAG/St. Cecilia's Closet, Ram Run

·         Home and School meeting--The last Home and School meeting for the 2012-2013 school year is Wednesday, May 1, at 6:00 P.M. in the gym. We would like to thank Mrs. Pack and Mrs. Meinert for their years of service and their dedication to O.L.P.H., by hosting an Appreciation Get-Together at the meeting. Knights of Columbus will be presenting a gift to the Home and School and a surprise for one of the classes. We look forward to seeing everyone!

·         CAG/St. Cecilia's Closet--Creative Arts Guild (CAG) is selling OLPH car magnets ($5) and blue OLPH cinch bags ($8). They are available in the Development Office--see Mrs. Cissy West. St. Cecilia's Closet has plenty of spring clothing. St. Cecilia's Closet is open during school office hours, Monday through Friday, 7:45 to 3:30.

·         Ram Run--SAVE THE DATE! This year's Ram Run will be Saturday, October 19, the opening day of the Chattanooga Market's Oktoberfest celebration. If you are interested in helping out with one of OLPH School's largest fundraisers (think PIP hours!) please contact Dawn McAbee at dvscavett@yahoo.com or 423-463-1780.

SPORTS NEWS:  Track News, OLPH Football Camp, Adult Basketball

·         Varsity Track News--Congratulations to the OLPH Varsity Track Teams! Both the boys and girls track teams took home 2^nd place in the ISC (independent Schools Conference) Championship track meet! Below are OLPH athletes who had top three finishes:

o   1^st place finishes: Adams Robinson--Long Jump; and  Will Bordash--Mile and 800

o   2^nd place finishes: Sam Stovall--Shot Put; Rhys Robertson--Discus and 400; Ema San Miguel--100;  and Hannah Ingle--Mile; and Boys 4 x 4 Relay: Rhys Robertson, Adams Robinson, Will Bordash, and Hogan Walker

o   3^rd place finishes: Sam Stovall--Discus; Adams Robinson--800; Gabby Gearinger--Shot Put; Rachel-Anne Scalla--800; and Macy Dearing--200

·         OLPH Football Camp--The OLPH Football Skills Clinic and Camp is set for June 10-14, 9:00 A.M. until Noon. Camp cost is $75 and includes camp T-shirt and daily snack. The Clinic will provide top flight football instruction with an emphasis on fundamentals. The camp is open to all rising 2^nd - 8^th graders. Registration forms will be available soon, and can be returned to the school office.

·         Adult Basketball Open Gym--There will be an open gym for adults every Monday night from 8:00 to 10:00 P.M. This is an opportunity to come out and play a little recreational pick-up basketball with fellow OLPH parents. For more information contact Ted Hackett at hackettj@gmail.com .

April 22 - 26, 2013

OUR LADY OF PERPETUAL HELP CATHOLIC SCHOOL FRIDAY FANFARE

April 22 - April 26, 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, April 22--Barbecue chicken sandwich, baked beans, cole slaw, oranges, milk

·         Tuesday, April 23--Ham, roll, sweet potato, turnip greens, peaches, milk

·         Wednesday, April 24--Cheese pizza, corn, pineapple, salad, milk

·         Thursday, April 25--Baked potato, chili with beans, salad, applesauce, milk

·         Friday, April 26--SCHOOL DISMISSES AT 11:30--NO AFTER CARE, NO LUNCH SERVED

Please attend Mass this weekend with your Parish Priest. "Lord Jesus, open the Scriptures to us; make our hearts burn while you speak to us." Luke 24

Our virtue for the month of April is "Diligence." Diligence is the virtue that helps us attain our goals through effort, fulfill our obligations with a positive, joyful attitude, and constantly improve ourselves.

SCHOOL CALENDAR

·         Monday, April 22--Pictures by Lifetouch--starting at 8:15--more information in Student News

·         Monday, April 22 through Friday, April 26--Book Fair in library, except Friday, in the PLC

·         Monday, April 22--Elementary track meet, 4:00, at St. Peter's

·         Monday, April 22--Tennis, 4:15, v. Christian Heritage, at Dalton Golf and Country Club

·         Tuesday, April 23--Varsity Track ISC Championship meet, 4:30, at GPS

·         Tuesday, April 23--Tennis, Girls only, 4:00, v. Berean, at Racquet Club

·         Wednesday, April 24--Tennis, 4:, v. St. Jude, at Champions Club

·         Wednesday, April 24--School Committee meeting, 6:00, library

·         Friday, April 26--Grandparents' Day!! Dismissal at 11:30, no lunch served, no After Care

·         Saturday, April 27--First Holy Communion, 10:00 A.M. and 1:00 P.M.

STUDENT NEWS: Pictures by Lifetouch, Grandparents' Day, Art Show, Book Fair, Yearbook, Art Camp, Kids in the Kitchen

·         Pictures by Lifetouch--Students in grades PreK through 7^th will have individual pictures taken on Monday, April 22; the students will be out of uniform. These pictures do not need to be pre-ordered. Proofs will be sent home with the students two to three weeks after the pictures are taken.  All students were given information from Lifetouch regarding the pictures. The tennis and track teams will have group pictures taken that day, also. The team members are to bring their uniforms, including shoes, for the team picture. Sports team pictures should be prepaid to receive a discount. Extra sports order forms are available in the school office.

·         Grandparents' Day--Grandparents' Day is Friday, April 26, 2013. Students will be dismissed at 11:30 (no lunch, no After Care). Cissy West has emailed parents in each grade level specific details regarding the set up and food items needed for Grandparents' Day, as well as other volunteer opportunities.

·         Art Show--The OLPH Art Show will be held Friday, April 26, in the PLC. Students in grades PreK through 8^th may enter two (2) works of art. Two dimensional drawings and paintings MUST BE FRAMED. The art work must have been done this school year either in art class or by the student at home. Last summer's Art Camp art work may also be submitted. There will be three age groups for prizes: PreK through 2^nd; 3^rd through 5^th; and 6^th through 8^th. Ribbons will be given out for 1^st, 2^nd, and 3^rd place in each category plus honorable mentions. Art work may be brought in on Monday, April 22, Tuesday, April 23, and Wednesday, April 24. Mrs. Meinert will hang the art work on Wednesday. Art work brought in on Thursday can be displayed but will not be eligible for prizes. Amy Carter, art instructor at Notre Dame High School will be the judge. This will be Mrs. Meinert's last Art Show, so let's make it a great one!

·         Book Fair--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 April 22-April 25, from 7:45 A.M. to 3:45 P.M. On Friday, April 26 (Grandparents' Day!!), the Book Fair will be open in the PLC.

·         Yearbook--It's time to preorder your 2012-2013 yearbook! From now until May 22^nd the cost of a yearbook is $30; after May 22^nd the cost is $35. There are a limited number of yearbooks being printed so be sure to order yours now! Each student was given an order form; completed forms are to be returned to Mrs. Carleen Evans, 5^th grade teacher, with checks made payable to OLPH. An order form may also be downloaded from your ParentsWeb account under the "Resource Document" heading.

·         Art Camp--Notre Dame High School is sponsoring two weeks of Art Camps this summer: Rising 5^th-8^th, June 10-14; and, Rising 1^st-4^th, June 17-21. The cost of each week is $125.00. Registration information available at http://www.myndhs.com/student-life/summercamp.cfm .

·         Kids in the Kitchen--The Junior League of Chattanooga and the Association of Junior Leagues International are sponsoring Kids in the Kitchen, a FREE, fun-filled day for kids to learn about healthy eating and exercise. The 6^th annual Kids in the Kitchen will be held at Coolidge Park in Walker Pavilion from 11:00 A.M. to 3:00 P.M.  Activities include educational games, special performances, physical activities including yoga and Pilates, chef demonstrations and healthy snacks, along with free samples, giveaways and prizes.  More information about Kids in the Kitchen and the Junior League can be found at www.jlchatt.org and http://kidsinthekitchen.ajli.org/.

SCHOOL NEWS: Home and School Board, CAG/St. Cecilia's Closet, Ram Run

·         Home and School Committee--Are you looking for a way to be more involved at OLPH School? Do you have new and fresh ideas? We are looking for parents to be part of the Home and School Board. There are openings for Co-Presidents, Secretary, Treasurer, Home Room Parent Coordinator, and Ram Run Coordinator (much of the preliminary work for the Ram Run is in place). If you are interested, please email Barbara Haimelin at dbhaimelin@comcast.net .

·         CAG/St. Cecilia's Closet--Creative Arts Guild (CAG) is selling OLPH car magnets ($5) and blue OLPH cinch bags ($8). They are available in the Development Office--see Mrs. Cissy West. St. Cecilia's Closet has plenty of spring clothing, as well as First Holy Communion dresses and suits. St. Cecilia's Closet is open during school office hours, Monday through Friday, 7:45 to 3:30.

·         Ram Run--SAVE THE DATE! This year's Ram Run will be Saturday, October 19, the opening day of the Chattanooga Market's Oktoberfest celebration. If you are interested in helping out with one of OLPH School's largest fundraisers (think PIP hours!) please contact Dawn McAbee at dvscavett@yahoo.com or 423-463-1780.

SPORTS NEWS:  Track News, OLPH Football Camp, Volleyball Open Gym, 

NDHS Volleyball Camp, Adult Basketball

·         Track News--Elementary Track Team had a great meet this week. Top times were turned in by Nicolas Robinson for the 600 meter and 400 meter races, Charlie Menham for the 50 meter race, and Michael Howard for the 100 meter race. Congratulations to all the runners!

·         Track News--It was a week for big improvements on the OLPH Varsity track team. At Thursday's meet, Nicolas Robinson shaved 20 seconds off his mile time to finish 1^st place. Hannah Ingle and Adams Robinson finished 1^st in the 800. Brendan Yemm, Adams Robinson, Hogan Walker, and Nicolas Robinson came in first in the boy's 4 x 400 race. Julia Raabe, Rachel-Anne Scalla, Mackenzie Ramey, and Hannah Ingle represented the girl's team well. Sam Stovall, Curtis Dearing, James Schumacher, and Mikel Lingrosso also represented the boy's team well in both field and track events. Up next for the Varsity Rams is the ISC Championship meet Tuesday at GPS.

·         OLPH Football Camp--The OLPH Football Skills Clinic and Camp is set for June 10-14, 9:00 A.M. until Noon. Camp cost is $75 and includes camp T-shirt and daily snack. The Clinic will provide top flight football instruction with an emphasis on fundamentals. The camp is open to all rising 2^nd - 8^th graders. Registration forms will be available soon, and can be returned to the school office.

·         Volleyball Open Gym-- Ted Hackett is offering "Volleyball Open Gym" for OLPH School 5^th, 6^th, 7^th, and 8^th grade girls. This supervised free play will be every Tuesday from 4:30 to 6:00 through the end of the school year. If you have questions please contact Mr. Hackett at hackettj@gmail.com .

·         NDHS Volleyball Camp--There are three open spots for the Gold Medal Squared Volleyball Camp to be held at Notre Dame High School July 15-18. This camp is for rising 8^th and 9^th graders, and high school athletes. The cost is $215.00. To register go to http://www.goldmedalsquared.com/register?tab=0  .

·         Adult Basketball Open Gym--There will be an open gym for adults every Monday night from 8:00 to 10:00 P.M. This is an opportunity to come out and play a little recreational pick-up basketball with fellow OLPH parents. For more information contact Ted Hackett at hackettj@gmail.com .

April 15 - April 19, 2013

OUR LADY OF PERPETUAL HELP CATHOLIC SCHOOL FRIDAY FANFARE

April 15 - April 19, 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, April 15--Corn dog, macaroni & cheese, steamed cabbage, peaches, milk

·         Tuesday, April 16--Chicken nuggets, roll, creamed potatoes, mixed vegetables, pears, milk

·         Wednesday, April 17--Cheese quesadilla, corn, pineapple, salad, milk

·         Thursday, April 18--Chicken sandwich, potato salad, baked beans, mixed fruit, pickles-cheese-tomato, milk

·         Friday, April 19--Grilled cheese sandwich, tomato soup, crackers, fruit, milk

Please attend Mass this weekend with your Parish Priest. "Lord Jesus, open the Scriptures to us; make our hearts burn while you speak to us."--Luke 24

Our virtue for the month of April is "Diligence." Diligence is the virtue that helps us attain our goals through effort, fulfill our obligations with a positive, joyful attitude, and constantly improve ourselves.

SCHOOL CALENDAR

·         Saturday, April 13 and Sunday, April 14--Scrip Sunday, Holy Family Hall, after all Masses

·         Monday, April 15--8^th graders leave for Washington, D.C.

·         Monday, April 15--Elementary track meet, 4:00, at St. Peter's Episcopal

·         Monday, April 15--CAG meeting, 6:00, at Longhorn Steakhouse--New officers are needed!!

·         Tuesday, April 16--Varsity track meet, 4:30, at Red Bank High School

·         Tuesday, April 16--Chick-fil-A Spirit Night--4 to 9, Gunbarrel Road and Hamilton Place Mall

·         Wednesday, April 17--$1 out of uniform for classroom perks

·         Wednesday, April 17--School Committee applications due to the office

·         Thursday, April 18--Varsity track meet, 4:30, at Red Bank High School

·         Thursday, April 18--8^th graders return from D.C. late in the evening

STUDENT NEWS: Grandparents' Day, Thank You

·         Grandparents' Day--Grandparents' Day is scheduled for Friday, April 26, 2013. Students will be dismissed at 11:30 (no lunch, no After Care). Please check your Grandparents' addresses on ParentsWeb. If changes need to be made please contact Cissy West at cwest@catholicweb.com . Keep working on your "Memory Book!"

o   Cissy West has emailed parents in each grade level specific details regarding the set up and food items needed for Grandparents' Day, as well as other volunteer opportunities.

·         Thank you--Thank you to everyone who helped raise $1,300 in this year's "Jump Rope for Heart." The American Heart Association appreciates everyone's donations.

·         Thank you--Thank you to all who participated in the Catholic Relief Services Lenten project, "Rice Bowl." Your generosity provided $2,866.46 to CRS programs around the world, as well as local hunger and poverty alleviation efforts in our diocese.

SCHOOL NEWS: Home and School Board, School Committee, Chick-fil-A Spirit Night,

CAG/St. Cecilia's Closet, Ram Run, Scrip News

·         Home and School Committee--Are you looking for a way to be more involved at OLPH School? Do you have new and fresh ideas? We are looking for parents to be part of the Home and School Board. There are openings for Co-Presidents, Secretary, Treasurer, Home Room Parent Coordinator, and Ram Run Coordinator (much of the preliminary work for the Ram Run is in place). If you are interested, please email Barbara Haimelin at dbhaimelin@comcast.net .

·         School Committee--The OLPH School Committee is accepting applications for membership for the 2013-2014 school year. The purpose of the School Committee is to support the teaching mission of the Catholic Church by serving as a consultative body to the Parish and School administrators of OLPH School. Membership is open to parents of OLPH School students, alumni of OLPH School, and members of the OLPH Parish community. Applications and information can be picked up in the school office and will be considered if returned to the office prior to April 17, 2013.

·         Chick-fil-A Spirit Night--Tuesday, April 16, from 4:00 P.M. to 9:00 P.m., at the Chick-fil-A located on Gunbarrel Road (in front of Target/Kohl's) or inside Hamilton Place Mall. OLPH School will receive 15% of sales from fliers that OLPH families turn in. Fliers will be sent home with students, or can be picked up in the back of church. You can also ask for one when checking out at Chick-fil-A. Come join us!

·         OLPH Creative Arts Guild will meet on Monday, April 15 at 6:00 P.M. at the Longhorn Restaurant on Brainerd Road. New officers and members are needed for next school year. If you are interested in helping to support and improve the music and arts programs at OLPH School, please join us!

·         CAG/St. Cecilia's Closet--Creative Arts Guild (CAG) is selling OLPH car magnets ($5) and blue OLPH cinch bags ($8). They are available in the Development Office--see Mrs. Cissy West. St. Cecilia's Closet has plenty of spring clothing (skorts and shorts may be worn beginning April 1), as well as First Holy Communion dresses and suits. St. Cecilia's Closet is open during school office hours, Monday through Friday, 7:45 to 3:30.

·         Ram Run--SAVE THE DATE! This year's Ram Run will be Saturday, October 19, the opening day of the Chattanooga Market's Oktoberfest celebration. If you are interested in helping out with one of OLPH School's largest fundraisers (think PIP hours!) please contact Dawn McAbee at dvscavett@yahoo.com or 423-463-1780.

·         Scrip News--The weekend of April 13 and 14 will be Scrip Sunday. Gift cards for restaurants, gas, online purchases, department stores, and drug stores will be for sale in Holy Family Hall after all the masses. If we don't carry what you need, we probably can order it for you and have it to you within the week. All cards are sold at face value and a percentage of the sales is given as a contribution to OLPH School. Contact Cissy West at 423-622-1481 or cwest@catholicweb.com if you have any questions or would like to request a particular card be available. Orders are placed every week through the school office or online at www.shopwithscrip.com (school code is BBEA23BF17413). Thank you for your support!

SPORTS NEWS:  Tennis, News, Track News, Volleyball Open Gym, Adult Basketball

·         Tennis News--The OLPH Rams have been playing well and continually improving. Congratulations to Andrew and Bernard Lisy who won both their single and doubles matches! Go Rams!!

·         Track News--Congratulations to the Elementary track team for a great showing at their first track meet. All the runners did an amazing job!

·         Volleyball Open Gym-- Ted Hackett is offering "Volleyball Open Gym" for OLPH School 5^th, 6^th, 7^th, and 8^th grade girls. This supervised free play will be every Tuesday from 4:30 to 6:00 through the end of the school year. If you have questions please contact Mr. Hackett at hackettj@gmail.com .

·         NDHS Volleyball Camp--There are three open spots for the Gold Medal Squared Volleyball Camp to be held at Notre Dame High School July 15-18. This camp is for rising 8^th and 9^th graders, and high school athletes. The cost is $215.00. To register go to http://www.goldmedalsquared.com/register?tab=0  .

·         Adult Basketball Open Gym--There will be an open gym for adults every Monday night from 8:00 to 10:00 P.M. This is an opportunity to come out and play a little recreational pick-up basketball with fellow OLPH parents. For more information contact Ted Hackett at hackettj@gmail.com .