Mrs. Smith's Weekly Newsletter
Our Lady of Good Counsel School - December 1, 2023
GENESIS PARENT ACCESS
Genesis Parent Access is now open for all parents. K-8 report cards are available for viewing.
Please note: Grades 6-8 were NOT graded in Art using the 1-4 scale. That will return for the second trimester. The scale used for Conduct was used for Art this time. That grade will not impact any student's eligibility to keep their NJHS status.
All our students participate in Music classes but this is not currently graded at OLGC.
If you try incorrect Genesis credentials 5 times you will be automatically locked out. Your account will be reactivated on Tuesday morning at 8:00 AM.
DUOLINGO DISCONTINUED
It was brought to our attention last week that some students came across stories in Duolingo that contain content contrary to the teachings of the Catholic church. The stories referenced same-sex marriages. While many of us have family, friends, or neighbors who live such lifestyles, we will not be providing examples of these families to our children at school. That is a family discussion for you to have with your children.
Mrs. Casey was notified and we will no longer have our students use this program. We continue to search for an appropriate teacher of Spanish. I will also pursue other online options that may be more appropriate for our community.
DECEMBER LUNCH MENU
STUDENT ABSENCES
Please be sure you call Mrs. Scioli's line in the main office or email her at SCHOOL@olgc.me when your child is out. All absences are checked daily. If we don't hear from you Mrs. Scioli or a nurse will call to verify your child's absence.
MOORESTOWN BUS
Please notify Mrs Scioli any time your child will NOT take the Moorestown bus home in the afternoon. There are very few students who take it at dismissal. We want to be able to notify Moorestown's Transportation Department if there are days when no students will ride the bus home.
AFTERCARE - December 4 - December 7
SECRET SANTA SHOP December 4th - December 7th
Our students love this week! Our Secret Santa Shop will be back, and children can buy special gifts for all their loved ones. Mark your calendars! Schedules will be shared by homeroom teachers.
BREAKFAST WITH SANTA - NEW EVENT! Saturday, December 9th 10 am - 12 pm
OLGC families can kick off the Christmas season with BREAKFAST WITH SANTA! Enjoy some family-friendly activities, photo opportunities with Santa, and more!
Triple Threat Theater Productions
We have partnered with TRIPLE THREAT THEATER PRODUCTIONS to provide a performing arts program for our students. Watch for information about our spring play coming soon. Click on the logo for more information.
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MARK YOUR CALENDARS
MONDAY - THURSDAY, December 4 - 7 - Secret Santa Shop
FRIDAY, December 8 - Feast of the Immaculate Conception - NO SCHOOL
SATURDAY, December 9 - Breakfast with Santa - 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
THURSDAY, December 14 - Kindergarten Nativity Story - 10:00 AM
THURSDAY, December 14 - 8th Grade Presentation of the Books of Commitment - 9:00 AM Mass
THURSDAY, December 14 - Band Concert -- 6:30 PM
FRIDAY, December 15 - 6th Grade Jesse Tree at 10:00 AM
MONDAY, December 18 - Hymn Concert -- PK3, PK4, & Kindergarten at 6:00 PM; Grade 1 - 3 at 7:00 PM
FRIDAY, January 19 - Father-Daughter Dance
WEDNESDAY, January 24 - General PTA Meeting - 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
SATURDAY, January 27 - Casino Night
SUNDAY, January 28 - Open House - Kick off to Catholic Schools Week
Cynthia A. Smith, Principal
Website: https://www.olgc.me/
Location: 23 West Prospect Avenue, Moorestown, NJ, USA
Phone: (256) 235-2778