OLVCS Updates
January 29th, 2026
Dear OLVCS Families,
It has been a Catholic Schools Week for the record books. We seem to always have a weather disruption, but to my knowledge, never each day! A special thank you to the teachers who adjusted schedules, fit in our CSW special events, and instructed with grace.
As a reminder tomorrow we have a 2-hour delay, and it is also a Dress Down Day. Students are encouraged to wear their OLV Spirit wear, Walk-A-Thon t-shirts or fleeces with jeans or sweats.
Sunday at the 9:30 Mass we will close CSW. There will be donuts and coffee in the Activities Center afterwards. Students should wear their Mass uniform. We will still attend Mass on Monday, February 2nd.
Finally, as we wrap up the week, I am grateful for you and your trust and partnership in choosing OLVCS for your children. Thank you.
Make it a Great Day!
Samantha
Notable Dates:
Monday, February, 2nd Mass (3rd grade)
Monday, February 9th Mass (2nd grade))
Wednesday, February 18th: MASS Ash Wednesday @ 10:00 am
Monday, February 23rd: Mass (1st grade)
Monday, March 2nd: Mass (8th grade)
Friday, March 6th: No School: Diocesan Safety Inservice
Monday, March 9th - Friday, March 13th: Spring Break
Pictured: Father Norris, the Vocations Director for the Diocese, and Fr. George with the middle school boys
Trivia Night 2026
Early Bird Tickets On Sale Now At A Discounted Rate!
Get a team together and join us for the best night of the year! Great food, prizes, and (of course) trivia!
Date: Saturday, February 28th, 2026.
Time: Doors open at 6:30PM, and the trivia fun kicks off at 7:30PM.
Location: OLVCS Gymnasium
Trivia Night benefits OLVCS Extracurricular Programs!**Discounted Rate When Purchased On Or Before February 15th**
Individual: $50
Table (seats 8): $350
Regular Tickets/Tables
**Purchased Between February 16th And 26th**
Individual: $60
Table (seats 8): $400
Need More Info?
Look for a special edition newsletter after the holidays!
We Need Your Support! Volunteer or Donate!
Please consider volunteering your time to make this a great event!
We need help in the following areas:
- Pre-event planning and execution in a variety of roles
- Help on the night of the event
- Set up/clean up
- Check in table
- Scoring table
Email development@olvcs.org to volunteer.
Please consider a donation for the Trivia Night raffles!
Have an extra bottle of wine or a gift card in any amount (even a partially used one) at home? Send it in!
Book Fair Thank You
Despite Mother Nature's moods, the Book Fair was another success this year! A huge thank you to Melanie Smith for all of her help in planning this event. It truly takes a village to make the fair flow and run, so we would also like to thank the volunteers that helped set-up, acted as cahiers, and packed up after the event : Martha Arevalo, Sue Clement, Andrea Glantz, Karen Hauser, Betsy Kraft, Lori Lamb, Samantha Leonard, Elizabeth Nemenz, Deb Reese, Anna Rupprecht, Mary Beth Seprish and Mary Brady.
We also want to specifically put a spotlight on Karen Kearney and the Catholic Daughters of America Court Blessed Madonna #2521 for all of their help working with us after a last minute displacement.
Thank you to all of the families and parishioners that supported the sale!
Join the OLVCS Middle School Pro-Life Service Club
New members are welcome to join the club. Next meeting February 5th.
- Fun activities are planned for all students in grades 6-8.
- Meetings from 2:30 - 4:00 once a month
- Service hours are available. Snacks will be provided.
- Creating Care Packages for OLVCS Moms who recently gave birth or are expecting soon
Sign Up Here: OLVCS Middle School Pro-Life Service Club
Mrs. Leskowicz, Julia Leskowicz and Hudson Roe, all Pro-Life Club Members, attended the March for Life in Washington DC. This annual event, taking place since January 22, 1974, has been a peaceful, prayerful and educational experience for all who attend.
What's For Lunch
OLVCS Athletics
Spring Sports Registration
Click here for OLVCS Track registration OLVCS Sports Registration Page
Just a reminder for any student who is joining the track team after competing in a fall or winter sport, log-in and complete the questions in Section 7; Re-Certification by Parent/Guardian (Spring). That is it for those athletes.
If this is the first season of competition, students need to complete all sections.
Boys Basketball Update
The OLVCS Boys Basketball team continues to mesh and improve each week. Their growth as a team is amazing to see. Currently they are 2-4 on the season, highlighted by a big win at Juniata.
The team recently attended the St. Joseph's boy basketball game and were recognized prior to the tip-off. They had a great time cheering the Wolves on to victory.
PreSchool News
OLVPS students have Jesus in their hearts and on their minds...
As they make snow angels! Don't they look heavenly?
SJCA Visits OLV Preschool
SJCA Ambassadors visited OLVPS during Catholic Schools Week and read to all classes, sharing their gifts, talents and insights. We are grateful for this collaborative opportunity!
Preschool Catholic Schools Week Service Project
Just as an old woman in Candace Christiansan's book; The Mitten Tree knit and left mittens on a tree for children who had none, we too are collecting mittens for our Mitten Tree to give to those in need. Donations will go to Out of the Cold. Final due date is 01/30. Thank you!
Upcoming Dates
Coming Important Dates
1. 01/30: Preschool Mitten Drive Donations Due (Accepted the whole week.)
2. 02/17: Pancake Day! (Shrove Tuesday/Mardi Gras)
3. 02/18: Ash Wednesday
a. Students receive ashes from Deacon Dave in the baptistry.
b. Parents are welcome to join.
SJCA News
All 5th-8th Grade OLVCS Students Welcome! SJCA Mini Thon 1/30 - 7pm-10pm
he Time is Now! Enrollment Is Open For Fall 2026
Parish News
OLV Women's Conference
Registration is now open for the OLV Women's Conference (Saturday, February 7, 2026) and the parish-wide Spirit Night (Friday, February 6, 2026).
Saturday's women's conference will feature Fr. Paul O'Connor, SJ as the speaker. Registration is $30 for adults and $15 for college students. The event is 9:00 am - 4:00 pm and includes Mass, two talks, and opportunities for Confession, Adoration and prayer. Lunch and a light breakfast will be provided.
Friday evening's Spirit Night, which is open to both men and women, is free of charge, with donations being accepted at the door. The event is 6:30 - 9:00 pm and includes music, two talks, and opportunities for Confession and prayer. The featured speakers are Mike Ragon and Mary Beth Garvin, co-founders of Peter's Shadow Healing Ministry.
Both events take place at OLV.
Participants can register at https://olvwomen2026.paperform.co/ or by using the QR for the event.
Reconciliation and First Communion Updates
Several changes have been made to the calendar for those children receiving First Reconciliation and First Communion this school year. New dates for Reconciliation are as follows:
Friday, April 24th, 2026 @ 10:00am: OLVCS students
Sunday, April 19th, 2026 @ 10:30am: CCD students in Dr. Zazzali’s class
Sunday, April 26th, 2026 @ 10:30am: CCD students in Miss Small’s/Dr. Puts’ class and anyone who missed the prior dates (OLVCS or CCD)
NOTE: Students who are receiving Reconciliation and Communion this year but who are not in 2nd grade should pick one of the CCD Sundays to receive First Reconciliation.
First Holy Communion will still be held on Saturday, May 2nd @ 10:00am (students arrive by 9:30am).
Rehearsal will be moved to Friday, May 1st @ 6:00-7:00pm.
CCD families will complete two extra, at-home assignments, one before First Reconciliation and one before First Communion. Details about the assignments will be emailed to CCD families several weeks ahead of First Reconciliation and First Communion (shortly before and after Easter).
CCD chalice painting will be moved to Sunday, March 1st during CCD class (previously Sunday, February 22nd). OLVCS students will still have Chalice Painting on Ash Wednesday, February 18th.
Community News
Get Air Gives Back
We are always looking to add to our OLVCS family!
- 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.