Friday Newsletter 12-20-13

THE WEEK AHEAD:

Mon – NO SCHOOL – CHRISTMAS BREAK 

Tues – NO SCHOOL – CHRISTMAS BREAK 

Wed – NO SCHOOL – CHRISTMAS DAY!!!

Thurs- NO SCHOOL – CHRISTMAS BREAK

Fri -   NO SCHOOL – CHRISTMAS BREAK         

EXCITING NEWS!!! Jacob (PK) & Jordan (3^rd) Bittle are excited BIG BROTHERS to new little sister, Magdeline Katherine, born on Tuesday, weighing 7 lbs, 2 oz. We congratulate the boys and their proud parents, Jason & Monica. Baby Magdeline was born on Jason’s birthday. What a wonderful birthday present! Please pray for the Bittle family and for the continued health and happiness of their new family of five.

ROOM PARENTS: Thanks so much to you for making the Christmas parties so special. We have a great group of room parents and we want you to know how much we appreciate YOU!

SANTA STORE: Thanks so much to all the great help we had here on Thursday with the Santa Store. Also, thanks to all who helped set up and to all who donated. You make the kids so happy!

BOOKFAIR & BREAKFAST:  Due to scheduling conflicts, the book fair breakfast originally scheduled for Feb 23^rd has been rescheduled for Sunday, March 2, 2013.

DUE TO THE RECENT SNOW DAY, SCHOOL WILL BE IN SESSION ON MONDAY, JANUARY 20^TH.

PHONE NEEDED: Extra handset needed – not cordless, please contact school office if you have one to donate.

WORKERS FOR GAMES SAT, JAN. 4^TH:

(Parents of…)

GATE: 9:00  - Kayla Bond, 10:00– Megan McCoy, CONCESSION: 9:00 – Hannah Evers, 10:00 – Tevin Groose, 11:00 – Joe Beck

WORKERS FOR GAMES THURS., JAN 9^TH:

GATE: 6:00 – Jonathan Lepper, 7:00/8:00 – Ethan Adrian; CONCESSION: 6:00 - Noah Evers, 7:00 – Trent/Bill Parr, 8:00 – Sarray Schulte

PLEASE ARRIVE 30 MINUTES BEFORE GAME TIME IF YOU ARE SCHEDULED TO WORK THE FIRST GAME. IF YOU CANNOT WORK, PLEASE

TRADE WITH SOMEONE. THANK YOU!

PROFITS FROM GAMES 12/12/13:

Gate: $22.00 (after payment of refs/score), Concessions: $132.70

LOOKING AHEAD: Due to the fact that we will not be in session next week and part of the following week and to the fact that no notes will be sent home on Jan. 3^rd, we want you to be aware of the following:

·          Friday, Jan 3^rd and Thursday Jan. 9^th are Dress Down in School Spirit Days, due to the HOME GAMES.

·          All FINAL SELF STUDY materials need to be turned in to Cindy Lepper by Friday, January 10^th.

·          SCHOOL RESUMES THURSDAY, JAN. 2^ND.

·          Grade cards are issued on Friday, Jan. 3^rd.

SCHOOL CANCELLATIONS: In the case of cancellation due to inclement weather (or any other emergency) you will be contacted via email, phone, and/or texts, (depending on your personal preferences) through Option C. You will also find cancellation information on TV stations – Channel 8, Channel 13, & Channel 17 – and radio stations – KLIK, KJMO, KWOS, KPLA, KOQL, KATI, KCLR. If school is called off early due to inclement weather there will be no extended care services.

ITALIAN NIGHT THEMES: Our Italian Feast, a major school fundraiser, is scheduled for Saturday, Feb. 1, 2014. Each class picks a theme for a basket to sell on the Silent Auction, and each family is asked to donate an item of at least $5 value for the class basket. If you would rather, you can choose to send $5 to the classroom teacher, and he/she can then purchase needed items for the basket. You may send in your item or $5 at any time but please send to school by January 10^th. Themes this year are as follows: PK:  Duck Dynasty, K/1: Game Night, 2: Picnic, 3: Movie night, 4/5 Survival Bag, 6/7: Arts & Crafts for the Kids, 8: Mizzou.

TREASURE CHEST: If you have any small items that would make good treasure chest items for the preschool classroom, please send them in. Marie’s “treasures” are running a little low! Thank you!

MARK YOUR CALENDAR:

Reading Counts Field Trip – Tan-Tar-A Waterpark, Thursday, May 8th

OLOS 8^th grade Graduation: Saturday, May 10^th, 5:00 pm Mass with reception at the School gym.

What’s that???

SHILOH COUNTRY BAND

Is coming to Mary’s Home

Saturday January 18, 2014

Old Gym Hall

Doors open at 6:00 dance starts at 7:30 – 11:30

$25.00 per couple

$15 for individuals

BYOB

Pay at the door

Must be 21 to enter

Open to the public

Sponsored by Our Lady of the Snows Fundraising Committee

  

We wish all of you a wonderful, safe and Blessed Christmas! Enjoy your family and friends, and take the time to remember what Christmas is truly about –

JESUS IS THE REASON FOR THE SEASON!!!

GOD BLESS US EVERYONE!!!

Friday Newsletter 12-13-14

THE WEEK AHEAD:

Sat - 4/5 Girls BBall @ St. Martin (vs. Immanuel Lutheran) – 11:00 am

Mon – Christmas Sock Dress Down Day     

Tues –         Dress Down in Red/Green Day

Wed – Dress Down in Red/Green Day

        JV Boys BBall @ Taos – (vs. St. Peter)

 – 7:00   pm 

OLOS Parish Whole Community

Catechesis – 6:30 pm – Bring a dish

Thurs –All School Mass (8^th Ministry)

        Dress Down for $1 for Samaritan Ctr.

        Santa Store 11:25-3:00, during

        special class time

        5/6 Boys BBall @ HOME (vs. St.

Peter, JC White ) – 6:00 pm

        JV Girls BBall @ HOME (vs. St. 

        Stanislaus) – 8:00 pm

        COME CHEER!!!!

Fri -   Dress Down as a Christmas character

        Christmas Parties – 1:30 pm

        End of 2^nd Quarter

POTLUCK MEAL/MEETING: Thanks to everyone who attended the Home & School meeting on Monday night. We enjoyed some great food and fellowship!

GIFTS FOR THE CHRIST CHILD: Thanks to the families who sent in the gifts for the Crisis Pregnancy Center. Your donations are much appreciated.

BOOKFAIR & BREAKFAST:  Due to scheduling conflicts, the book fair breakfast originally scheduled for Feb 23^rd has been rescheduled for Sunday, March 2, 2013.

  

UPCOMING EVENT SPONSORED BY THE STUDENT COUNCIL:  On Friday, December 20^th, the students are invited to celebrate Christmas by dressing “down” as an angel, wise man, shepherd, Mary, Joseph, elf, Santa or other Christmas character. Students may only dress down if they participate. Prizes will be given for best dressed in each class.

PARENTS – PLEASE DON’T STRESS OVER THE “CHARACTER” DAY – YOUR CHILD CAN DRESS DOWN IF THEY WEAR SOMETHING AS SIMPLE AS AN ELF OR SANTA HAT TO SCHOOL.

WHOLE COMMUNITY CATECHESIS: On Wednesday, December 18^th Father Pat will host the Whole Community Catechesis, with a carry-in dinner, beginning at 6:30 pm. Father will discuss aspects of the Christmas season, with time for group discussion. NO HOMEWORK OR TESTS WILL BE ASSIGNED SO THAT ALL SCHOOL FAMILIES ARE ABLE TO PARTICPATE THAT EVENING. PLEASE MAKE EVERY EFFORT TO ATTEND.

SANTA STORE: On Thursday, Dec. 19^th the students will get to shop at the Santa Store. If you have any items (new or gently used) that you would like to donate & that would make good gifts, please send them in anytime. Also, if you would be able to help with the shopping and wrapping on the 19^th, please contact the school office staff.

WORKERS FOR GAMES THURS, DECEMBER 19^TH SAT, OCTOBER 19^TH: (Parents of…)

GATE: 6:00  - Alex Evers, 7:00/8:00 – Aly/Devin Haeffner, CONCESSION: 6:00 – Grace/Bella Groose, 7:00 – Justin Schrimpf, 8:00 – Erin Love

PLEASE ARRIVE 30 MINUTES BEFORE GAME TIME IF YOU ARE SCHEDULED TO WORK THE FIRST GAME. IF YOU CANNOT WORK, PLEASE TRADE WITH SOMEONE. THANK YOU!

WE GET TO DRESS DOWN ALL WEEK??? On each day of the week of December 16^th through 20^th, students will be able to dress down if they follow the daily theme. On Monday, Dec. 16^th, students are invited to wear their Christmas socks (or any red or green socks) with their jeans rolled up. On Tuesday & Wednesday, Dec. 17^th & 18^th, the students are invited to dress down in red and/or green shirts. On Thursday, Dec. 19^th, students may dress down for $1 in support of the Samaritan Center (who will be sending out a special guest for the students on Friday morning – Shhhh!), and on Friday, Dec. 20^th the Student Council has invited students to dress down like a Christmas character, with prizes for best dressed. Please remember, students may only dress down if they are participating in the themed day.

WONDERFUL ON-SITE VOLUNTEERS: At this time of year, we always like to remind our school families about the great volunteers we have at school. We are blessed that these individuals donate their time for the good of our students. We thank Christina Eickhoff who gives the better part of a day each week in our library. We thank Beth Diefenbach, who spends most of her time one day each week with the younger students listening to them read. Rose Baker is our reliable “recess lady”, and she comes EACH DAY of the week for a couple hours. Betty Reinkemeyer comes one day a week and is a jack of all trades. Betty gets in on a little of everything. Let’s not forget about the wonderful quilters – who put in so many hours stitching away, supporting us on a weekly basis! So many other people donate time of their own off-site. Please keep all of our volunteers in your prayers, and don’t forget to thank them when you see them for their generous service to our school.

ROOM PARENTS: It’s almost time for another party! Christmas parties will be held on the afternoon of December 20^th, beginning at 1:30 pm. As always, we count on our fantastic room parents to arrange for refreshments and games for the students. Please find enclosed a list of classroom parents. Feel free to contact any classroom parent to provide refreshments.

ITALIAN NIGHT THEMES: Our Italian Feast, a major school fundraiser, is scheduled for Saturday, Feb. 1, 2014. Each class picks a theme for a basket to sell on the Silent Auction, and each family is asked to donate an item of at least $5 value for the class basket. If you would rather, you can choose to send $5 to the classroom teacher, and he/she can then purchase needed items for the basket. You may send in your item or $5 at any time but please send to school by January 10^th. Themes this year are as follows: PK:  Duck Dynasty, K/1: Game Night, 2: Picnic, 3: Movie night, 4/5 Survival Bag, 6/7: Arts & Crafts for the Kids, 8: Mizzou

HIS HOLINESS, POPE FRANCIS, has directed all bishops to survey the Catholic faithful of their local churches about family life issues which will be the topic of discussion at the upcoming October 2014 Extraordinary Synod. Bishop Gaydos has directed that the survey be made available electronically on-line. If you would like to see the survey questions, please go to front page of www.diojeffcity.org and click on the link that takes you to the survey. You are welcome to respond on-line. The dead line is December 18th, 2013. The answers and remarks will be collated and summarized and forwarded on to the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops. Thanking you in advance for your participation.” We are asking all school families to participate in this survey.

BASKETBALL UPDATE: The 4/5 Girls had an exciting game last Saturday (12/7), losing a close one, with a final score of 15-16. The other teams have been giving it their all, but unfortunately, have lost their PALS league games. Keep on tryin! We invite all school families to come cheer our players on to victory on Thursday night as we host home games as outlined in the schedule at the beginning of these notes.

PHONE NEEDED: Extra handset needed – not cordless, please contact school office if you have one to donate.

SCHOOL CANCELLATIONS: In the case of cancellation due to inclement weather (or any other emergency) you will be contacted via email, phone, and/or texts, (depending on your personal preferences) through Option C. You will also find cancellation information on TV stations – Channel 8, Channel 13, & Channel 17 – and radio stations – KLIK, KJMO, KWOS, KPLA, KOQL, KATI, KCLR. If school is called off early due to inclement weather there will be no extended care services.

MARK YOUR CALENDAR:

Santa Store – Thursday, December 19th

OLOS Christmas Parties – Friday, Dec. 20 @ 1:30 pm

Reading Counts Field Trip – Tan-Tar-A Waterpark, Thursday, May 8th

OLOS 8^th grade Graduation: Saturday, May 10^th, 5:00 pm Mass with reception at the School gym.

Remember to return your folder on MONDAY.

Have a wonderful weekend everyone!

Friday Newsletter 12-6-13

THE WEEK AHEAD:

Sat - 4/5 Girls BBall @ St. Martin –

        10:00  am

Mon – Home & School Potluck & Mtg – 6:30 pm in cafeteria

        Fundraising Mtg – following H & S mtg

        Gifts for the Christ Child begins

Tues –        

Wed – JV Boys BBall @ St. Peter, Fulton –  7:00 pm

        Parish Reconciliation Service – 7:00 pm

Thurs –5/6 Boys BBall @ HOME – 6:00 pm

        JV Girls BBall @ HOME – 7:00 pm

        COME CHEER!!!

Fri -  

POTLUCK MEAL/MEETING: On Monday, Dec. 9^th OLOS H & S will host a potluck meal and meeting, beginning at 6:30. Everyone is asked to bring a dish. Bonus dress down passes will be issued to all students who have parents attending this meal/meeting. Hope to see everyone there!

MEETING RESCHEDULED: Due to a scheduling conflict:  the Fundraising Meeting has been moved to December 9th, immediately following the Home and School Pot Luck Meeting,  

THIS WEEK!! GIFTS FOR THE CHRIST CHILD: From December 9^th through the 13^th, as a Christian service project sponsored by the Student Council, OLOS School families will be asked to donate a gift to the Crisis Pregnancy Center. Items needed include but are not limited to: diapers, wipes, bibs, clothing, formula, etc. Students will be able to place their gifts at the Nativity scene in school, near the feet of Baby Jesus.

BOOKFAIR & BREAKFAST:  Due to scheduling conflicts, the book fair breakfast originally scheduled for Feb 23^rd has been rescheduled for Sunday, March 2, 2013.

UPCOMING EVENT SPONSORED BY THE STUDENT COUNCIL:  On Friday, December 20^th, the students are invited to celebrate Christmas by dressing “down” as an angel, wise man, shepherd, Mary, Joseph, elf, Santa or other Christmas character. Students may only dress down if they participate. Prizes will be given for best dressed in each class.

SANTA STORE: On Thursday, Dec. 19^th the students will get to shop at the Santa Store. If you have any items (new or gently used) that you would like to donate & that would make good gifts, please send them in anytime. Also, if you would be able to help with the shopping and wrapping on the 19^th, please fill out form in today’s folder.

WE GET TO DRESS DOWN ALL WEEK??? On each day of the week of December 16^th through 20^th, students will be able to dress down if they follow the daily theme. On Monday, Dec. 16^th, students are invited to wear their Christmas socks (or any red or green socks) with their jeans rolled up. On Tuesday & Wednesday, Dec. 17^th & 18^th, the students are invited to dress down in red and/or green shirts. On Thursday, Dec. 19^th, students may dress down for $1 in support of the Samaritan Center (who will be sending out a special guest for the students on Friday morning – Shhhh!), and on Friday, Dec. 20^th the Student Council has invited students to dress down like a Christmas character, with prizes for best dressed. Please remember, students may only dress down if they are participating in the themed day.

PARENTS OF ATHLETES: Please find enclosed the basketball work list for the season. Please keep this for your future reference.

ROOM PARENTS: It’s almost time for another party! Christmas parties will be held on the afternoon of December 20^th, beginning at 1:30 pm. As always, we count on our fantastic room parents to arrange for refreshments and games for the students. Please find enclosed a list of classroom parents. Feel free to contact any classroom parent to provide refreshments.

ITALIAN NIGHT THEMES: Our Italian Feast, a major school fundraiser, is scheduled for Saturday, Feb. 1, 2014. Each class picks a theme for a basket to sell on the Silent Auction, and each family is asked to donate an item of at least $5 value for the class basket. If you would rather, you can choose to send $5 to the classroom teacher, and he/she can then purchase needed items for the basket. You may send in your item or $5 at any time but please send to school by January 10^th. Themes this year are as follows: PK:  Duck Dynasty, K/1: Game Night, 2: Picnic, 3: Movie night, 4/5 Survival Bag, 6/7: Arts & Crafts for the Kids, 8: Mizzou

BEEF STICKS:  Mrs. Groose is selling beef sticks once again. The students are welcome to buy them at lunchtime. They are $1 each. If you would like some sent home, just send a note and a check. Thank you!

CHEER COACH: We are in need of someone to coach cheerleaders during the girls’ home games. Please contact Mrs. Haeffner if you are interested.

  

OLOS AUTO CLINGS & BASKETBALL CLINGS – (customizable with your child’s name & number). Contact office staff is you are interested in ordering.

BASKETBALL PRACTICE SCHEDULE:

4/5/6 Girls – Tuesdays 6:00 – 8:00 pm

7/8 Girls – Mondays 6:00 – 8:00 pm

5/6 Boys – Thursdays 3:00 – 5:30 pm

7/8 Boys – Wednesdays 3:00 – 5:30 pm

CONGRATS to the JV Girls basketball team, winning their first PALS league game against St. Peter, JC, with a score of 27-15. You’re off to a great start girls. Keep up the Cougar Spirit!!!

SCHOOL CANCELLATIONS: In the case of cancellation due to inclement weather (or any other emergency) you will be contacted via email, phone, and/or texts, (depending on your personal preferences) through Option C. You will also find cancellation information on TV stations – Channel 8, Channel 13, & Channel 17 – and radio stations – KLIK, KJMO, KWOS, KPLA, KOQL, KATI, KCLR. If school is called off early due to inclement weather there will be no extended care services.

MARK YOUR CALENDAR:

H & S Potluck Meal/Meeting – Monday, Dec. 9 @ 6:30

Santa Store – Thursday, December 19th

OLOS Christmas Parties – Friday, Dec. 20 @ 1:30 pm

Reading Counts Field Trip – Tan-Tar-A Waterpark, Thursday, May 8th

OLOS 8^th grade Graduation: Saturday, May 10^th, 5:00 pm Mass with reception at the School gym.

Remember to return your folder on MONDAY.

Have a happy weekend everyone!

What’s that???

SHILOH COUNTRY BAND

Is coming to Mary’s Home

Saturday January 18, 2014

Old Gym Hall

Doors open at 6:00 dance starts at 7:30 – 11:30

$25.00 per couple

$15 for individuals

BYOB

Pay at the door

Must be 21 to enter

Open to the public

Sponsored by Our Lady of the Snows Fundraising Committee

Friday Newsletter 11- 22-13

THE WEEK AHEAD:

Mon –

Tues – JV Girls BBall @ High Point – 6:30

        JV Boys BBall @ High Point – 7:30

Wed – SCHOOL DISMISSES @ 12:00

NOON – Lunch is served

Dress Down like a 

Pilgrim/Turkey/Native American Day

Thurs –NO SCHOOL–THANKSGIVING DAY

Fri -   NO SCHOOL-THANKSGIVING

BREAK

PROGRESS REPORTS are in today’s folder for grades K-2^nd. Progress may be checked online for 3-8 graders @ www.optionc.com, school code 8085, with your personal log-in & password. Please sign and return the enclosed report or sign-off slip which acknowledges that you checked your child’s grades online. Teachers will follow up with those not returning. As always, if you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact the classroom teacher.

FOOD DRIVE:  The Student Council sponsored the Food Drive this week and the officers took a little time on Friday morning to deliver the donated items to the Eldon Food Bank. Thanks to everyone who supported this food drive! Your generosity helps to make everyone’s Thanksgiving a celebration.

WELCOME: OLOS School has a newly hired music teacher. Please welcome Laura Forbis to our staff. Laura has helped in music programs throughout our diocese and lives in Jefferson City. We are excited to have her in the OLOS School family.

PROFIT ON COOKIE DOUGH: $4741.50 Thanks again to everyone who helped with this fundraiser!

CHRISTMAS GIFTING:  This year students will exchange a $5 gift within classroom. More info. will be provided by the classroom teacher.

GIFTS FOR THE CHRIST CHILD: From December 9^th through the 13^th, as a Christian service project sponsored by the Student Council, OLOS School families will be asked to donate a gift to the Crisis Pregnancy Center. Items needed include but are not limited to: diapers, wipes, bibs, clothing, formula, etc. Students will be able to place their gifts at the Nativity scene in school, near the feet of Baby Jesus.

UPCOMING EVENTS SPONSORED BY THE STUDENT COUNCIL: On Wednesday, November 27^th, the students are invited to celebrate Thanksgiving by dressing “down” as a Native American, Pilgrim or turkey. On Friday, December 20^th, the students are invited to celebrate Christmas by dressing “down” as an angel, wise man, shepherd, Mary, Joseph, elf, Santa or other Christmas character. Students may only dress down if they participate. Prizes will be given for best dressed in each class.

POTLUCK MEAL/MEETING: On Monday, Dec. 9^th OLOS H & S will host a potluck meal and meeting, beginning at 6:30. Everyone is asked to bring a dish. Bonus dress down passes will be issued to all students who have parents attending this meal/meeting. Hope to see everyone there!

SANTA STORE: On Thursday, Dec. 19^th the students will get to shop at the Santa Store. If you have any items (new or gently used) that you would like to donate & that would make good gifts, please send them in anytime. Also, if you would be able to help with the shopping and wrapping on the 19^th, please contact Julie Kempker or school office staff. Thanks for your help!

OLOS SCHOOL CHRISTMAS PROGRAM will be held on Friday, December 6^th at 6:30 pm.  A full dress rehearsal is scheduled for the morning of the 6^th at 8:30 or after Mass. We are asking each family to bring in 2-3 dozen homemade cookies on December 5^th or 6^th to serve as refreshments after the program. The program should last approximately one hour.

GOLF TOURNAMENT: We are looking for people to volunteer for the golf tournament committee. Two of the main organizers (Mark Adrian & Rex Buechter) will be leaving this committee in the very near future so we want to get more in before we lose all of their wisdom and insight. This is a MAJOR FUNDRAISER FOR OUR SCHOOL – somewhere in the profit range of $5000. Our thanks to Donnie Lepper, Matt Haeffner, & Steve Cebuhar, who have agreed to serve on the committee.  More help is needed and appreciated.

ITALIAN NIGHT THEMES: Our Italian Feast, a major school fundraiser, is scheduled for Saturday, Feb. 1, 2014. Each class picks a theme for a basket to sell on the Silent Auction, and each family is asked to donate an item of at least $5 value for the class basket. If you would rather, you can choose to send $5 to the classroom teacher, and he/she can then purchase needed items for the basket. You may send in your item or $5 at any time but please send to school by January 10^th. Themes this year are as follows:

PK:  Duck Dynasty

K/1: Game Night

2: Picnic

3: Movie night

4/5 Survival Bag

6/7: Arts & Crafts for the Kids

8: Mizzou

BEEF STICKS:  Mrs. Groose is selling beef sticks once again. The students are welcome to buy them at lunchtime. They are $1 each. If you would like some sent home, just send a note and a check. Thank you!

THANKS to everyone who helped with Rada & That’s My Pan. The profit was approximately $225 on Pans and $360 on Rada. I placed the order last week. It only takes a few weeks to come in. I will let everyone know when they can pick up their items.  …Mrs. Groose

CHEER COACH: We are in need of someone to coach cheerleaders during the girls’ home games. Please contact Mrs. Haeffner if you are interested.

OLOS AUTO CLINGS & BASKETBALL CLINGS – (customizable with your child’s name & number). Contact office staff is you are interested in ordering.

BASKETBALL PRACTICE SCHEDULE:

4/5/6 Girls – Tuesdays 6:00 – 8:00 pm

7/8 Girls – Mondays 6:00 – 8:00 pm

5/6 Boys – Thursdays 3:00 – 5:30 pm

7/8 Boys – Wednesdays 3:00 – 5:30 pm

SCHOOL CANCELLATIONS: In the case of cancellation due to inclement weather (or any other emergency) you will be contacted via email, phone, and/or texts, (depending on your personal preferences) through Option C. You will also find cancellation information on TV stations – Channel 8, Channel 13, & Channel 17 – and radio stations – KLIK, KJMO, KWOS, KPLA, KOQL, KATI, KCLR.

There will not be a Friday folder sent home next week. We wish everyone a blessed and safe

THANKSGIVING! Remember to count your blessings and celebrate the day with your thanks and prayers!

MARK YOUR CALENDAR:

OLOS Christmas Program – Friday, Dec. 6 @ 6:30 pm, dress rehearsal – 8:30 am or after Mass

H & S Potluck Meal/Meeting – Monday, Dec. 9 @ 6:30 pm

Santa Store – Thursday, December 19th

OLOS Christmas Parties – Friday, Dec. 20 @ 1:30 pm

Reading Counts Field Trip – Tan-Tar-A Waterpark, Thursday, May 8th

OLOS 8^th grade Graduation: Saturday, May 10^th, 5:00 pm Mass with reception at the School gym.

Remember to return your folder

on MONDAY.

Have a wonderful, happy

weekend everyone!

Friday Newsletter 11-15-13

THE WEEK AHEAD:

Sun – OLOSS Breakfast – serving from

7:45 – 11:30 am

Mon – Food Drive begins

Tues –        

Wed –

Thurs –All School Mass (6/7 Ministry)

        Parent/Student Thanksgiving Meal –

        10:45 – 12:00

        School Advisory Board mtg – 6:30 pm

Fri -   Progress Reports available

        Picture Retakes – 9:00 am

        School Spirit Day

        Food Drive ends

FANTASTIC BREAKFAST! The Fundraising Committee is sponsoring a breakfast this Sunday, November 17^th to raise money for the Reading Counts trip. Tickets were sent home a couple weeks ago for pre-sales. Tickets will also be available at the door. Remember, your child will receive a bonus dress down pass if you sell tickets or help with the breakfast!

PICTURE RETAKES: Picture retakes will be on Friday, Dec. 20^th for those who missed the original date or those not happy with their packet. If you are returning a packet, it must be INTACT – all pictures enclosed and not cut. Please return intact packets to office before Friday if you want a retake.

SCHOOL SPIRIT DAY REMINDER:  You may only dress down if you wear the official school spirit shirt on these designated days. All length requirements are still in force. Spirit Day is Friday, Nov. 20^th.

FOOD DRIVE:  The Student Council is sponsoring a food drive, beginning this Monday, Nov. 18^th and continuing through Friday, November 22^nd. The donations will be passed on to the Eldon Food Pantry. Items may be canned, boxed, or packaged. Each student will receive a bonus dress down pass if he/she brings in FIVE items (Preschoolers will receive a candy bar). Our goal is 300 items.

CHRISTMAS GIFTING:  This year students will exchange a $5 gift within their classroom. More information will be coming home from the classroom teachers soon.

GIFTS FOR THE CHRIST CHILD: From December 9^th through the 13^th, as a Christian service project sponsored by the Student Council, OLOS School families will be asked to donate a gift to the Crisis Pregnancy Center. Items needed include but are not limited to: diapers, wipes, bibs, clothing, formula, etc. Students will be able to place their gifts at the Nativity scene in school, near the feet of Baby Jesus.

MORE UPCOMING EVENTS SPONSORED BY THE STUDENT COUNCIL: On Wednesday, November 27^th, the students are invited to celebrate Thanksgiving by dressing “down” as a Native American, Pilgrim or turkey. On Friday, December 20^th, the students are invited to celebrate Christmas by dressing “down” as an angel, wise man, shepherd, Mary, Joseph, elf, Santa or other Christmas character. Students may only dress down if they participate. Prizes will be given for best dressed in each class.

POTLUCK MEAL/MEETING: On Monday, Dec. 9^th OLOS H & S will host a potluck meal and meeting, beginning at 6:30. Everyone is asked to bring a dish.

SANTA STORE: On Thursday, Dec. 19^th the students will get to shop at the Santa Store. If you have any items (new or gently used) that you would like to donate & that would make good gifts, please send them in anytime. Thanks for your help!

BASKETBALL PRACTICE SCHEDULE:

4/5/6 Girls – Tuesdays 6:00 – 8:00 pm

7/8 Girls – Mondays 6:00 – 8:00 pm

5/6 Boys – Thursdays 3:00 – 5:30 pm

7/8 Boys – Wednesdays 3:00 – 5:30 pm

GOLF TOURNAMENT: We are looking for people to volunteer for the golf tournament committee. Two of the main organizers (Mark Adrian & Rex Buechter) will be leaving this committee in the very near future so we want to get more in before we lose all of their wisdom and insight. This is a MAJOR FUNDRAISER FOR OUR SCHOOL – somewhere in the profit range of $5000. In the past few years, membership on this committee has continually declined. Do we want to lose this fundraiser due to lack of interest? Our school is driven by these fundraisers with all of our children benefiting. We need to see some new faces. OLOS School is OUR SCHOOL and we need ALL FAMILIES TO PARTICPATE.

ITALIAN NIGHT THEMES: Our Italian Feast, a major school fundraiser, is scheduled for Saturday, Feb. 1, 2014. Each class picks a theme for a basket to sell on the Silent Auction, and each family is asked to donate an item of at least $5 value for the class basket. If you would rather, you can choose to send $5 to the classroom teacher, and he/she can then purchase needed items for the basket. You may send in your item or $5 at any time. Holiday sales sometimes offer good deals. Themes this year are as follows:

PK:  Duck Dynasty

K/1: Game Night

2: Picnic

3: Movie night

4/5 Survival Bag

6/7: Arts & Crafts for the Kids

8: Mizzou

CHEER COACH: We are in need of someone to coach cheerleaders during the girls’ home games. Please contact Mrs. Haeffner if you are interested.

LUNCH UPDATE enclosed in today’s folder. Please read carefully.

JUST IN TIME TO START YOUR CHRISTMAS SHOPPING!  We will be having a Paparazzi Jewelry fundraiser in conjunction with our breakfast this Sunday.  This is a costume jewelry company. Each piece is only $7.00 and the school receives $2.00 profit from each piece sold. It is Cash and Carry so you can take even your purchase home the same day.  Tell all your friends! 

UPDATE ON SAVANNA (written by Stacy Schrimpf: Just wanted to let you all know that I went to St. Louis to visit Savanna Weston (the 15 yr old girl you did and are doing the dress down for $1.00 days) on Monday.  She looks great.  She is counting down the days until she gets to go home. She has had to stay in isolation for 100 days after her bone marrow transplant. She has a big poster board hanging on the wall with they days counted down.  Day 100 will be on Thanksgiving Day. Unfortunately, the clinic is closed on Thanksgiving Day so she will have to wait until day 101 to get her blood drawn and then wait for the all clear to go home.  Please continue to pray for the Weston Family and especially Savanna. She is so ready to go home.  She told me she misses her dog a lot.   She is doing school work via a computer and doing quite well studying on her own.  She won't be allowed back to school for one year after her transplant which means next August.   She said to make sure and tell you all thank you again for the Prayers and the support, she is truly amazed at our little school with its BIG hearts!   

MARK YOUR CALENDAR:

School Fundraising Breakfast:  Sunday, Nov.

17, serving from 7:45 – 11:30 am

Student/Parent School Thanksgiving Meal: Thursday, Nov. 21^st

H & S Potluck Meal/Meeting – Monday, Dec. 9 @ 6:30 pm

OLOS Christmas Program – Friday, Dec. 6 @ 6:30 pm, dress rehearsal – 8:30 am or after Mass

Santa Store – Thursday, December 19th

OLOS Christmas Parties – Friday, Dec. 20 @ 1:30 pm

Reading Counts Field Trip – Tan-Tar-A Waterpark, Thursday, May 8th

OLOS 8^th grade Graduation: Saturday, May 10^th, 5:00 pm Mass with reception at the School gym.