OLVCS Updates

Mrs. McQueary’s Faith Family won Trivia, and as a reward, they earned a Dress Down Day! They graciously decided to share their special day with the entire school.

Therefore, tomorrow, Friday, May 22, will be a Dress Down Day for all students.

Throughout the year, we were fortunate to host two presentations that benefited our students.

First, Spencer Gavlock (mom to Gibson in Kindergarten) asked our students in grades K–5 an important question: “Are you a saver or a spender?” The Financial Literacy presentation from Fulton Bank was a huge hit with the students. Thank you to Spencer Gavlock and Heather Speer for bringing such an important topic to our students. (See photo below.)

Our 7th and 8th graders also participated in a Respect Life presentation given by Diocesan Respect Life Committee member Tony Conrad. We were treated to the added bonus of having Tony’s daughter, Stephanie Hanlon, (mom to Hudson and Caroline) join him for the presentation.(See photo below.)

As the school year comes to a close, we have a few more good-byes to share.

Mrs. Benita Moritz, our part-time middle school math teacher, will be moving to Iowa with her family. Mrs. Moritz has been with us since December 2023 and has been an exceptional teacher. Our students have greatly benefited from her instruction and dedication.

Mrs. Hazel Viglione, our technology teacher, is also moving on. She rejoined OLVCS in 2023 after previously serving the school for 18 years before leaving in 2022. When asked if she would return to teach technology, she enthusiastically said yes, and I have been truly grateful for that decision. Mrs. Viglione brought a practical and engaging approach to technology education.

Finally, Nurse Olivia Whitehill will also be moving on after accepting a new nursing position. We thank Nurse Whitehill for her dedication and compassionate care for our students. From bandages and ice packs to simply listening when needed, she has been exceptional.

We send our prayers and blessings with Mrs. Moritz, Mrs. Viglione, and Nurse Whitehill as they begin these new chapters.

As we prepare for next year, we are currently looking for a part-time nurse and a part-time math and technology teacher. The math and technology positions could be combined into one part-time role or filled separately. If interested please send me an email.

Make it a Great Day!

Samantha

Notable Dates:

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

Pictured: Respect Life Presentation and Fulton Bank Financial Literacy Presentation

VOTING IS OPEN! Now through NOON on Thursday, June 6th, help OLVCS win Centre County’s Favorite in four categories!

• Best Private School
  
• Best Elementary School
  
• Best Middle School
  
• Best Preschool
  

Show your support for OLVCS – Preschool through 8th Grade! You can vote FOR ALL 4 CATEGORIES ONCE PER DAY – every vote counts!

• https://www.votecentrecounty.com (Find us under each category in the “Education” section!)
  

Thank you for your daily support!

If you’ve helped out in any way this school year—homeroom parent, classroom helper, event planner, field trip chaperone, committee member or anything in between—we’d love to say thank you! 💙

Join us for a Volunteer Gratitude Gathering right after Field Day!

Date: Wednesday, June 3rd

Time: 11:00 AM

Location: School Library

Please check in at the main office when you arrive. We’re so grateful for your time, energy, and support!

If you have a Pennsylvania personal or business income tax liability of $3,500 or more, please consider redirecting those tax dollars to support scholarships at OLV School.

Who Qualifies?

Individuals and households may qualify if they have:

• An annual income of $115,000 or more, or

• Pennsylvania personal income tax liability of $3,500 or more annually

  
  

Eligible businesses include:

• C-Corporations

• Subchapter S-Corporations

• LLCs

• LPs

• LLPs

• Partnerships

  
  

If you are interested in participating in the EITC program and directing your Pennsylvania income taxes to benefit OLV scholarships, please contact Chris Kirkpatrick at chrisk@ourladyofvictory.com or 814-237-7832 ext. 421.

We are grateful to the individuals and businesses who have already participated in the EITC program, helping direct $275,500 in Pennsylvania income taxes to support OLV school families for the 2026–27 school year.

Please consider joining the program and helping us reach our goal of $350,000 in OLV scholarships.

A limited number of extra yearbooks are available on a first come, first serve basis. If you forgot to order a yearbook, and would like to secure one, please email development@olvcs.org.

Classroom Instructional Aide: Support the teacher and students by assisting with daily classroom activities

• Provide individual or small-group academic support

• Work closely with the classroom teacher to help meet the educational and development needs of the students

• Hours: 8:00 - 12:45; assist with lunch and recess

• Possible addition of an afternoon aide 11:00 - 2:30

• Hourly pay, and a tuition break

• One of the most rewarding aspects of this role is the opportunity to work with the students

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.

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!

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.

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0F4DACAA2DA0FE3-63882972-field

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

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!

Preschool will hold their End of Year Program in the church on Friday, May 22nd @ 10:30am. All are welcome! Dismissal will immediately follow afterwards. There will be no PM ESP on the last day of preschool.

I’m Ryan Smith, Izzy Smith’s dad. Next fall, my wife Meghan and I are going to be the Den Leaders for the Lions for Cub Scout Pack 383 at OLV. Lions is a program for boys and girls in kindergarten. You do not have to be a parishioner at OLV or attend OLVCS to participate. All are welcome. If you think that your child may be interested in participating, please contact me at rms5709@gmail.com or my wife Meghan at meghan.smith310@gmail.com. We’d be happy to speak with anyone about how the program works and provide additional details.

Thank you,

Ryan Smith

OLV Preschool families who have Pennsylvania Personal or Business Income Tax Liability of $3,500 or more, PLEASE consider turning it into OLV Preschool Scholarships through the EITC Educational Improvement Tax Credit (EITC) Program.

All individuals/households with an annual income of $115,000 or PA personal income tax liability of $3,500+ annually qualify to participate in the Educational Improvement Tax Credit (EITC) Program.

Businesses that qualify to get their taxes back are C-Corporations and owners of Subchapter S-Corporations, LLCs, LPs, LLPs and Partnerships.

For contributions to Preschool Scholarship Organizations (Our Lady of Victory Preschool), an individual/family or business may receive a PA Personal Income tax credit equal to 100 percent of the first $10,000 contributed and up to 90 percent of the remaining amount contributed up to a maximum credit of $200,000 annually.

If you are in the position to help by directing your Pa Income tax through the Educational Improvement Tax Credit EITC program to OLV please contact Chris Kirkpatrick at chrisk@ourladyofvictory.com or 814-237-7832 ext. 421.

On Sunday, the Saint Joseph's NHS hosted their annual 5K to raise funds for year long activities. Thank you to all the OLV students and families who came out.

Last week the four members of the SJCA Track team competed in the PIAA District 6 Championship. Highlights include Naomi Crispin's 2nd place finish in the 100m which qualified her for the PIAA State Championship and her 3rd place finish in the 200m. OLV grad Leah Wright competed in the 1800m and beat her PR by 10 seconds!

In celebration of the 125th anniversary of the Diocese of Altoona-Johnstown, all the faithful are invited to a Mass of Thanksgiving celebrated by Bishop Mark on May 31 at 2:00 p.m. at the Cathedral of the Blessed Sacrament in Altoona. Priests, deacons, and men and women religious will be in attendance. All the faithful of the diocese are welcome and encouraged to attend the Mass. Anyone interested in being part of the festival choir for the Mass may contact Cathedral Music Director Robert Long by emailing him at rlong@dioceseaj.org.

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.

P.S. you don’t have to sing to join in the FUN.

Make checks payable to: Our Lady of Victory Catholic Church/Spikes game. 820 Westerly Parkway, State College, PA 16801. Deadline is June 10th.

• Flight School (STEAM Camp) June 8-12 Grades 5-8 Philipsburg, PA
• Robotics Camp June 22-26 Grades 5-8 Philipsburg, PA
• Kinder Camp July 13-15 Ages 4-6 Moshannan Valley Elem.
• Clay Camp July 20-24 Ages 5-16 Philipsburg, PA
• Solve It! (STEAM Camp+) August 3-7 Grades 5-8 Pleasant Gap, PA

• 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.