Dear OLVCS Families,

An announcement from Fr. George:

Dear OLV School families:

Dr. Semko and I have concluded our search for the new Principal of OLV school, and I am pleased to announce that we have offered the position to our own Ms. Anne Bord. Ms. Bord will begin her duties on July 1st . Thanks to all who provided input and we will work together as a team to ensure the continued success of our school.

-Fr. George

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Congratulations to Ms. Bord! She has received her credentials, and after working with her over the past three years, I can confidently say she is well qualified for the role. As both an alumna and former teacher at OLVCS, she will bring valuable knowledge, experience, and dedication to the position.

We’ve reached the month of May, and even if the weather suggests otherwise, the calendar reminds us that the end of the school year is quickly approaching.

Thursday, May 7th, beginning at 5:00 p.m., is our annual Art Show. Every student in grades K–8 will have a piece of artwork on display. Each year, the second floor of the elementary wing is transformed into a museum-quality gallery thanks to the creativity and dedication of our own Mrs. McQueary. Please enter the building through the gym and music room doors.

Also on Thursday, May 7th is the Band & Strings Concert beginning at 6:30. This is another not to be missed event. Under the direction of Mrs. Muller and Mrs Minnich, the Band and Strings sound amazing!

I hope to see you Thursday!

Thank you to Brynn Porter, who organized the Used Uniform Sale, along with Mary Beth Seprish, Ashley Page, Katelyn Cline and Kathryn Brown the sale was a success. Thank you!

Make it a Great Day!

Samantha

Notable Dates:

Thursday, May 7th: Art Show (starting @ 5:00) and Band & Strings Concert (starting at 6:30)

Friday, May 8th: Mass; May Crowning

Thursday, May 14th: Mass Ascension Thursday

Monday, May 18th: Mass

Monday, May 25th: No School

Wednesday, May 27th: Middle School Field Trips

Thursday, May 28th: Mass (last school Mass of the year)

Wednesday, June 3rd: Field Day & Volunteer Lunch

Thursday, June 4th: 8th Grade Mass of Blessing @ 6:30

Friday, June 5th: Last Day of School dismissal @ 11:00

The week of May 4th-8th is Teacher Appreciation Week!

Please see the above school-wide plans.
The Homeroom Parent Coordinator will be executing the above plans for the week! We need your help with one item - Notes of Blessing!

Please send in your "Notes of Blessing" on Wednesday, May 6th!

Students are invited to write a short note of thanks or encouragement on the printable template below or on any paper or card for their teachers and give it to them when they come to school on Wednesday.
The below template will also be coming home in your child's folder for your convenience.
Please be sure to make notes of blessings for all of the teachers assigned to your homeroom.
These messages will be shared with teachers to brighten their day and remind them they are a blessing to our school community.

Please pray for our teachers throughout the week!

One last ask! Please take a moment to prayer for our teachers throughout the week with your families. A special prayer is below. Let's lift up our teachers in prayer next week!!

Job Title: Athletic Director

Key Responsibilities

Mission & Culture: Foster an athletic environment consistent with the school's mission and Catholic teachings, promoting "Victory Values" such as integrity, respect, and discipline.
Program Administration: Oversee all aspects of the athletic department, including scheduling games, practices, and facilities volleyball, soccer, basketball, and track & field.
Personnel Management: Recruit, hire, supervise, and evaluate all coaches, ensuring they serve as Christian witnesses and mentors to student-athletes.
Compliance & Safety: Ensure the program adheres to all diocesan policies, state athletic association rules (e.g., PIAA or CYO), and safety standards for facilities and equipment.
Communication: Serve as the primary liaison between the school, parents, coaches, and other schools.
Operations & Budget: Manage the athletic department budget, and oversee the purchase and maintenance of equipment and uniforms.

Qualifications

Faith Commitment: A commitment to the school’s spiritual mission.
Experience: Previous experience in coaching, teaching, or athletic administration, ideally within a school setting is preferred but not required.
Skills: Strong organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills; proficiency with athletic management software (e.g., BigTeams or similar platforms) is a plus.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit an email of interest to Samantha Weakland at weaklands@olvcs.org.
Timeline: Applications will be reviewed starting May 11, 2026. The position remains open until filled.

Personal School Aide to work with a student with cerebral palsy who will be in 3rd grade next year.

Hours: Monday-Friday 8:00 - 2:30pm (school days only)
Hired by an outside agency, some additional training needed
If interested, please reach out to Samantha Weakland for more information.
One of the most rewarding aspects of this role is the opportunity to work one-on-one with an incredible student while being meaningfully involved in every part of their day.

Help spread the word about our wonderful school and be entered to win $1000 for sharing!

Reviews and testimonials that publicly share stories about parent, caregiver, student, and teacher experiences at OLVCS are critical for helping new families discover our school and understand what it’s really like. I’m reaching out to ask you to leave a brief review on Niche to help other families consider
OLVCS for their child.

Click here to be taken to a web page where you can leave your review. It only takes a few minutes!

Here a few helpful tips for a strong review:

It doesn’t need to be long—2-3 sentences is plenty!
Be specific about your role in our community (e.g., parent/caregiver, grade, how many years you’ve been part of the community, etc.)
Write about your own personal experience interacting with teachers and staff members
Write about your child’s experience in and out of the classroom or personal/social/emotional growth
Write about the OLVCS community/culture

That’s it! And as an added bonus, you’ll also be entered to win $1,000 from Niche for sharing your family’s story. Click here to leave your review today!

Registration is now opening on Friday, May 8 at 9:00PM to avoid conflicts with the Spring Concert.

OLVCS is hosting its first ever Robotics Summer Camp! Budding engineers will learn the basics of computer science and work together on teams to program robots to complete tasks and challenges.

Click the button below to find more information about the camp and to register for a reminder email on the day registration opens.

What? OLVCS Robotics Summer Camp

When? August 10-14, 2026; 9:00AM-1:00PM

Who? Rising OLVCS 5th-8th graders

Registration Time/Date: May 8, 2026 @9:00PM

Registration Fee: $175

The OLVCS Service Club is hosting a food drive to support the State College Food Bank. All non-perishable donations are due by May 5.

We encourage donations of high-need items such as tomato products (pasta sauce, tomato sauce, diced tomatoes, pizza sauce), snack items (cookies, crackers), gluten-free options (pasta, crackers), cooking oil, and condiments like ketchup, mustard, and salad dressing. The food bank also welcomes essential non-food items, including toilet paper, paper towels, laundry detergent, and dish detergent.

Look for the colorful rainbow boxes placed around the school to drop off your donations!

For additional ideas, please visit the State College Food Bank’s website. Thank you for supporting both the food bank and the OLVCS Service Club!

What: OLVCS Senior Parade

When: Thursday, May 21st, 2026 - 2:00pm

Where: Our Lady of Victory Catholic School

Attire: Please bring your cap and gown

This parade celebrates their achievements as OLVCS alumni and their time spent at OLVCS while looking forward to the bright futures that await them all.

Please plan to check in at the main office by 1:45pm to ensure a timely start to the festivities.

We eagerly anticipate seeing all of the graduating seniors there and celebrating together. Please help us spread the word!

OLVCS middle school students made Welcome to the World Baskets for OLVCS moms who recently had a baby. If you know of an OLVCS mom who has been blessed with a new life, please let Ms. Bord: borda@olvcs.org or Mrs. Leskowicz: leskowiczo@olvcs.org know, and we will make sure they receive a basket. The club will have their final meeting this academic year on Thursday, 05/21 from 2:30pm-4:00pm, in the Spanish Room, to plan for next year. All are welcome!

We will need your help! This annual event consists of fun, outdoor stations in the morning. The K-4 students will be at stations in the back of the school, and 5-8 will have their stations in the front. Parent volunteers are needed for 'running' the stations, as classes rotate through. No experience necessary!

Who- You

What- Run a field event

When- 8:00 am - until about 11:30, Wednesday, June 3rd (no rain date)

Where- Meet in the Gym, where you will be given more information.

A sign up Genius will be sent out at the beginning of May.

OLV Athletics is happy to announce that it will again be offering:

OLV Volleyball Camp for Girls

For Girls Entering Grades 5 - 7 in Fall 2026

June 15 - 19, 2025
9:15 - 11:45 AM
New Location with TWO Indoor Courts:
Saint Joseph's Catholic Academy
Cost: $125 if registered before May 15th

Information and Registration at
https://www.olvcatholicschool.org/activities/athletics/summer-sports-camps/afterschool-girls-volleyball-club

If you have any questions, please, reach out Kathy Peters at petersk@olvcs.org

Please share this information with your family, friends, and neighbors!

Attached is the Camp flyer.

We are excited to see how the girls grow in volleyball skill and love of the game!

Children at OLV Preschool are taught by highly qualified teachers in a play-based environment. In addition to learning about their faith, children who attend OLV Preschool learn social/emotional skills, pre-reading skills, basic numeracy, participate in the arts and daily physical activities to develop fine and gross motor skills. We offer 2, 3 and 5 day classes.

Our new Tues/Thur. Mixed Age Class is open to students who turn 3 yrs. by 12/31 of their enrolling year. This program is for students new to preschool and is not a kindergarten readiness program.

Before and after school care is available. Program, tuition rates and registration information can be found on the OLVCS website: https://preschool.olvcatholicschool.org/ Register for preschool today!

ALL ARE INVITED TO PARTICIPATE IN CATHOLIC FAMILY FAITH NIGHT at the SPIKES BASEBALL GAME

Friday, June 19, 2026

6:35 PM (Gates Open at 5:25 PM)

Discounted Field Box Section 203 Tickets: $13.00

National Anthem (before the game) and God Bless America (7th inning stretch) will be performed by adults and youth members of the Parishes/Schools

Please Contact: Chris Kirkpatrick, chrisk@ourladyofvictory.com or call 814-237-7832 ext. 421 for information and reservation.