OLVCS Updates
The Walk-A-Thon Edition...........Monday, September 30, 2019
Good afternoon,
On Monday, October 7th, we celebrate the yearly feast of Our Lady of the Rosary, also known as Our Lady of Victory. The feast takes place in honor of a 16th century naval victory which secured Europe against a Turkish invasion. Pope Pius V attributed the victory to the intercession of the Blessed Virgin Mary, who was invoked on the day of the battle through a campaign to pray the Rosary throughout Europe.
You are welcome to join us for any portion or all of the day; below are the details.
Please note: Parents, grandparents who do not have their clearances completed are allowed to participate in OLV Day.
Also know, ALL of the funds raised for the Walk-A-Thon go directly to the school.
Make it a Great Day!
~ Mrs. Weakland
(Lunch menu attached below)October 1st: Hot Dog or Chili Cheese Dog
OLV Day & Walk-A-Thon Details
Mass & Service Projects
We attend Mass at 9:00 am, and then each grade will complete a service project.
Walk-A-Thon
After lunch students and staff will gather on the hill for the Walk-A-Thon kickoff.
K-5 Students walk around the block.
Middle School Students will walk to the Knights of Columbus Hall, then either run or walk back to OLV
Please remember to send in the permission slip to enable your child/ren to participate.
A Message of Gratitude
The Walk-A-Thon is certainly one example of that tremendous support. From the committee, to parent volunteers, to the business sponsors and family donations, it is an incredible event and fundraiser.
All the money raised goes back to the school. It is comforting to know that we do not have to collect money for field trips, to charge for our family events, that our teachers are provided with funds to purchase items for their classrooms.
When the computer lab needed upgraded, we had the funds to do it. When raising money for air-conditioning and security, the school could help out. When we needed Pickle Ball nets, we could purchase them. I could go on and on. It is in all these purchases large and small that the Walk-A-Thon impact is felt, and for that I am truly grateful.
Schedule
- 9:00 - 10:00: Mass
- 10:00 - 12:30: Service projects and lunch (students will eat during their lunch period)
- 12:30: students assemble on the hill for a group photo and beginning of the walk/run
- 12:45: (approx) begin walk/run
- 1:30: assembly, final totals, and awarding of prizes
- 2:30 - 4:00: Used Uniform Sale
Classroom Competition Update!!
As of this Update we are at 60% participation. Send in your donation and help make a difference!
In the classroom challenge:
7A is in First Place with 82% participation
3B is in Second Place with 81% participation
1A is in Third Place with 78% participation
Remember, all donations need to be made by October 1st to count toward individual and classroom prizes.
You may send a check or use the link below to make an online donation.
https://www.olvcatholicschool.org/site/Default.aspx?PageID=1475
Parking & End of Day dismissal
All volunteers please park up by the Activities Center for the day. We will need the back lot for recess and the Walk-A-Thon.
Please send a yellow note with your child if you are changing their normal pick-up schedule. If picking your child up please follow the new parent pick-up routine.
Used Uniform Sale - in Activities Center
The saying "they are growing like a weed" holds true for children of all ages. Please check the skirt and pant length for your children.
Skirts are to be within 1 inch of the knee, pants are to hit the tops of shoes.
October Lunch Menu
Important Dates
Wednesday, October 2nd: Mass @ 9:00 am
Monday, October 7th OLV DAY & Walk-A-Thon!
Monday, October 7th: Mass @ 9:00 am
Monday, October 7th Used Uniform Sale 2:30 - 4:30
Wednesday, October 16th: Mass @ 9:00 am
Thursday, October 17th: Middle School Parent/Teacher Conferences: No School 6 -8
Friday, October 18th: K -8 Parent/Teacher Conferences No School K - 8
Wednesday, October 23rd: NO Mass (priest retreat)
Sunday, October 27th: Trunk or Treat
Friday, November 1st: Mass @ 9:00 am
Wednesday, November 6th: Mass @ 9:00 am
Wednesday, November 13th: Mass @ 9:00 am
Monday, November 18th: PTG Meeting
Wednesday, November 20th: Mass @ 9:00 am
Saturday, November 23rd: Mother Son Bowling
Contact Us
Email: weaklands@olvcs.org
Website: https://www.olvcatholicschool.org/olvcs
Location: 800 Westerly Parkway, State College, PA, USA
Phone: 814-238-1592