Mrs. Smith's Weekly Newsletter
Our Lady of Good Counsel School - December 16, 2023
Kindergarten Nativity Story
Many thanks to Mrs. Elisa Feeney and Mrs. Carol Ellis for their work with the kindergarten children under the direction of Dr. Christina Fox. The Kindergarten Nativity Story is an OLGC tradition that these children will remember always. What a treat for all who enjoyed this performance!
Band Concert
Many thanks to Mr. John Spangenburg from Northeastern Music. He teaches our instrumental music students each week. He directed a wonderful concert Thursday evening. Even the beginner strings students were ready to perform this year. Congratulations to all!
Advent Jesse Tree Pageant
Mrs. Jean Krafcik and Mrs. Cynthia Robinson organized our annual 6th grade performance of the Advent Jesse Tree Pageant. Dr. Christina Fox provided the music and led everyone in the prayers. Our 6th graders provided another OLGC Christmas tradition for all to enjoy. Beautiful job!
The Week Ahead:
Next week will be special as we prepare for Christmas break.
MONDAY -- E.A.G.L.E.S.
Gym Pants and Eagles Green on Monday. The EAGLES could use our support!
TUESDAY -- PAJAMA DAY
Everyone may wear their favorite Christmas Pajamas. No slippers! Students must wear shoes or sneakers. The school children will enjoy a special performance of the PK-3rd Grade Hymn Concert.
WEDNESDAY -- UGLY SWEATER DAY
Wear your OLGC ugly sweater Shirt or your own favorite ugly sweater.
THURSDAY -- Accessorize Your School Uniform
All students will wear their regular school uniform but they may add festive socks, hats, headgear, and/or necklaces. No make-up or hair colors. Christmas parties will be celebrated in the afternoon.
FRIDAY -- Dress UP for Mass
Students may dress up in their Christmas best or wear their regular school uniforms. No gym uniforms today. All students will attend the 10 o'clock Mass. All parents are invited.
11:00 AM BUS DISMISSAL ON FRIDAY
ALL BUSES -- GST + Moorestown - will pick up our students at OLGC at 11:00 AM next Friday.
Please email your child's teacher and Mrs. Scioli (School@olgc.me) in the main office to let them know if you will pick up your child at noon or if they should ride the bus at 11:00AM on Friday.
Be sure your child is also aware if he/she is being picked up or riding the bus.
School dismissal is at noon on Friday for Christmas break. There is NO Aftercare that day.
Aftercare - December 18 - 21
THERE IS NO AFTERCARE ON FRIDAY, DECEMBER 22.
MARK YOUR CALENDARS
MONDAY, December 18 - Hymn Concert -- PK3, PK4, & Kindergarten at 6:00 PM; Grade 1 - 3 at 7:00 PM
FRIDAY, December 22 - 10:00 AM Advent Mass - Noon Dismissal -- ALL Buses leave OLGC @ 11:00
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