OLVCS Updates

In preparing for my surgery, we made sure to get everything we were advised to, unfortunately, I also got a cough. My surgery has been postponed to a date to be determined, so I will be in school when we return in January.

Below is Diocesan information on the Jubilee Year which we are about to begin. The 2025 Jubilee will officially open on December 24, 2024 with the rite of Opening of the Holy Door of the Basilica of St. Peter by Pope Francis. It is usually the first door to be opened to indicate the beginning of the Holy Year. This is very exciting!

As we also prepare to light the 4th candle of the Advent wreath, we are reminded of God’s infinite love for us. May this time of preparation bring peace to your homes and joy to your hearts. Let us treasure the gift of faith, the warmth of family, and the blessings of our school community.

Wishing you a Merry Christmas, and a new year filled with grace and peace.

Make it a Great Day!

Samantha

Notable Dates:

Monday, January 6th: School resumes

Friday, January 10th: Protecting God’s Children Opt out Forms due

Friday, January 10th: School Mass @ 9:00

Thursday, January 16th: End of 2nd Marking Period

Monday, January 20th: No School; Teacher inservice

NO Mass; Friday, January 24th

Sunday, January 26th: Catholic Schools Week Mass

January 26th - January 31st: Catholic Schools Week

*Picture is of the third grade Christmas play!

• All families are invited to attend. Bishop Mark is asking that the students attending the Mass representing their Catholic school should wear their uniforms.

• There will be an opening procession, if your family is going and you would like to be in the procession please email me.

• All are invited to view the Art, Photo and Poetry Expressions of Hope that will be on display as well as enjoy the cookie and hot chocolate social also in the hall.

• This Mass does count for Sunday Obligation

The links below have events, concerts and information for the Jubilee

Diocesan Link for Jubilee 2025: Diocesan Jubilee

Holy See Link: Vatican Jubilee

Each year we are required to teach the diocesan Protecting God’s Children lesson. These lessons will take place during Religion class the week of January 13th.

Attached is an overview; and also an opt out form. Families can opt their children out of the lessons. Complete the form and return to your child’s teacher. During the lesson your child will come to the office. (you may also pick your child up if your prefer)

Here is more information from the diocese:

• As caring adults, we have the great responsibility of ensuring the safety of children and youth. We must also give children and youth the tools they need to help us keep them safe by educating them regarding boundaries, safe and unsafe behaviors and healthy relationships.

• The material is developmentally appropriate for each age group and includes content and activities that reinforce the message.

OLVCS Trivia Night

Date: Saturday, March 1, 2025.

Time: Doors open at 6:30PM, and the trivia fun kicks off at 7:30PM.

Location: OLVCS Gymnasium

• Don't miss out on the best night of the year, complete with great food, prizes, and, of course, trivia!
  
• Trivia Night benefits OLVCS Extracurricular Programs!
  
• Ticket details coming soon!
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Don’t forget to order your FREE Digital SmileSafe card!

• More about the Smilesafe program here.
  

• Ignatius Book Fairs offer a Christian alternative that is unparalleled to any known book fair, teaching lessons of faith, hope, and charity to children.
  
• Visit ignatiusbookfairs.com to learn more!
  
• There will be time during school Tuesday -Thursday for OLVCS Students to purchase books, after school during ASAP one day, and after Masses on Saturday and Sunday for our whole parish community.
• We will need volunteers to help with the book fair. Clearances are not needed for this volunteer opportunity.
• Sign up to volunteer, here.
• Email Melanie Smith (melanie.yonushonis@gmail.com) with any questions.

• This is the last week we will be featuring some of our sponsors as a thank you for their support!
• Please be sure to patronize these local businesses throughout the year. Tell them THANKS from OLVCS!
• Click on the logos below to visit a business' website.
• This week we are featuring our Angelic and Archangel Sponsors.

• Thank you so much for your overwhelming generosity. We were able to fill every single wish list item for 2 families with SVdP this Christmas!
• Thank you to the Catholic Daughters for their donation to the preschool! With it, we purchased these beautiful and developmentally appropriate Catholic toys for our classrooms.
• Upcoming dates:
• Friday 12/20/2024 @ 10:30 Christmas Program (dismissal directly after)
• Friday 1/17/2025 Parent/Teacher Conferences (no school or ESP)

OLVCS Boys Game VS. Belleville

Date: Thursday, 12/19

Time: 5:00 pm

Location: Belleville

OLVCS Girls Game VS. Bellville

Date: Thursday, 12/19

Time: 4:00 pm

Location: Belleville

The annual Children’s Living Nativity will be held at the Christmas Eve Mass at

Our Lady of Victory Church on:

• Tuesday, December 24, 2024 at the 6:30pm mass.
  
• Rehearsal: Sunday, Dec. 22 from 3:00 PM (change in time) @ Our Lady of Victory Church

Performers MUST attend the rehearsal to participate.

~Final date to sign up: Dec. 20th~

Living Nativity Cast

Joseph: 3rd Grade & Older Shepherds: K-5th Grade

Mary: 3rd Grade & Older Sheep: K-5th Grade

Angels: 3rd Grade & Older Donkeys: 3rd Grade & Older

The Three Kings (Gift Bearers): 2nd Grade & Older

Mass Parts (6th Grade and Older):

First Reading * Second Reading * Petition Readers

We could use parent helpers who have their clearances. Please contact Ms. Cespedes if you are interested in your child having a role or can volunteer as a parent helper: directorccd@ourladyofvictory.com

• Bring a friend!
  
• We have space available at all grade levels for enrollment.
• Be sure to spread the word about OLVCS!
• New families can learn about the application process at www.olvcatholicschool.org/admissions or call the school office at 814-238-1952 to schedule a tour or shadow day.