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Friday, 9/28
All School Mass, 8:15am
Monday, 10/1
Yearbook cover contest deadline
Tuesday, 10/2
Individual Pictures
Wednesday, 10/3
Individual Pictures
Early Dismissal, 2pm
Thursday, 10/4
Spirit Wear Day
Friday, 10/5
All School Mass, 8:15am
Saturday, 10/6
Fun Fair, 10am-2pm
Monday, 10/8
Grades Posted to Edline
Wednesday, 10/10
Early Dismissal, 12pm
Thursday, 10/11
No School-Parent/Teacher Conferences
PC Golf Tournament, 12pm
Friday, 10/12
No School
Tuesday, 10/16
Sr. Mary Diana's Talk, 6:30pm
Wednesday, 10/17
Early Dismissal, 2pm
Friday, 10/19
All School Mass, 8:15am
Saturday, 10/20
Cornerstone Dinner
Wednesday, 10/24
Middle School presentation from NNPD, Parents Welcome, 1:30pm
Thursday, 10/25
School Board Meeting, Open Forum 6:30-7pm
Friday, 10/26
All School Mass 8:15am
Wednesday, 10/31
Early Dismissal, 2pm
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Bingo Schedule
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Next Upcoming Bingo Night:
Monday, October 1, 2012
Families Scheduled
Floor Duty:
Bercasio, Arabella
Dessoffy, Tammy
Domzal, Karen
Harlow, David
Harris, Carolyn
Moore, Carolyn
Storaasli, Sue
Van Treeck, Rodney
Watson, Grant
Kitchen Duty:
Chapman, Mary
Daugherty, Jerra
Spencer, Paul
Floor Captain:
Van Treeck, Rodney
We would like to thank the families that worked bingo this past Monday. Out of uniform passes are available at the Knights of Columbus on bingo nights. Please pick up one pass for each student in your family. If you forget to pick up the pass that night, they are available in the Front Office.
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Bingo Schedule
A Copy of the Bingo work schedule is available in the Front Office and also on Edline under the Parent Life tab for your convenience.
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Pancake Breakfast!
Cub Scout Pack 242 will be holding a Pancake Breakfast on Sunday, Sep. 30th following the 8 a.m. and 10 a.m. Masses
in the school cafeteria.
Pancakes, bacon, sausage, fruit, juice, tea, and coffee will be served. Tickets are available at the Parish Store or can be purchased at the door.
The cost is $5 (ages 12 and up), $3 (ages 4-11), and free for ages 3 and under. Please contact, Robbie DeBartolo at 286-4253, for more information.
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Thank You!
OLMC would like to thank everyone that came out for our annual Landscaping Day. Your time, talents and effort are truly appreciated. We would also like to thank Mike Murawski for coordinating the day.
Thank you all for making the school grounds a beautiful place for our children.
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 Be proud of Holy Mother Church and share these magnets on your car, inside your locker, on your fridge or anywhere else the goodness of the Catholic life should be proclaimed. 4.5" Square Magnet $6.00 ea. with shipping. Magnets are available online at:
I Stand With the Catholic Church
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OLMC White Mass  Bishop Francis X. DiLorenzo, Diocese of Richmond invites you to attend one of the Diocesan White Masses.
The White Mass, honoring the giftedness of persons with special needs will be held at Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church, October 28, 2012 at the 4:00pm Liturgy. All are welcome!
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2012-2013 Yearbooks
Don't miss out on the 2012-2013 yearbook!
Order your book online at:
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OLMC School
Fun Fair!
October 6, 2012
10 am - 2 pm
Come Enjoy the Festivities!
-Games
-Prizes
-Food
-Newport News K-9
Unit Demonstration
-Newport News
Fire Department
-Face Painting
-Ryan the Balloon Guy
-The UnXpected Band
-And Most of All
Fun and Friendship!!
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Spirit Wear Day ~
Date Change
Please note the October Spirit Wear Day has been moved to Thursday, October 4th, due to individual picture day taking place on October 3rd.
Students show your school spirit on October 4th with official OLMC Spirit Wear!
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OLMC Volleyball
The Girls Volleyball game for 9/12/12 vs. St. Mary has been rescheduled for Friday, September 28th at OLMC.
Go Crusaders!
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Parent/Student Handbook Acknowledgement Forms Are Due!
Parent/Student Handbook Acknowledgement forms are now past due. If you have not turned one in yet, please submit the form to your child's homeroom teacher.
To read the student handbook and obtain an acknowledgement form, please visit:
OLMC Parent/Student Handbook
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Junior Youth Group
Come on, live on the
EDGE with us! All youth, grades 6-8, in public and private school, are invited to join the OLMC youth group!
Upcoming events include:
October 6th
Virginia Catholic Youth Day at Busch Gardens
October 27th
Middle School Youth Rally
November 17th
Into the Mystery:
Middle School Retreat
Registration for Junior Youth Group is located at:
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact Christina at 595-0385 x128
or by email at:
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Coaches Needed!
The Athletic Department is looking for an Assistant Cross Country Coach and some volunteers that would like to coach Girls Basketball.
If you are interested in a position, please contact Krissy Toland at:
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Come Join the Fun!
Cub Scout Pack 242 will be holding registrations on Wednesday evenings for the month of September at 6:30 p.m. in the school cafeteria. If you have a boy who is in the 1st - 5th grades, or 7 -10 yrs. old, come join the fun and get more information about this exciting program!! Please contact, John Wojtas, wojtasj@verizon.net for more information. |
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CHKD Classes Around the Blocks
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CHKD offers classes on many topics for kids, teens, parents and grandparents. Most are free but registration is required because space is limited.
Helping Young Children Mangage Emotions
October 11, 2012
For a complete list of classes, or to register online
please visit:
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Parenting Classes Offered by: |  | |
Active Parening Now
Parenting Children Ages 5-12
Thursdays,
Sept 6-Oct 11, 2012
6-8pm
Darkness to Light: Child Sexual Abuse Prevention Training
October 20, 2012, 9am-12pm
Active Parenting of Teens
Mondays,
Nov 5-Dec 10, 2012
6-8pm
Classes are free, and located at 2 Bernardine Drive
Newport News, VA 23602
To register or for more information, please call
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Is Christ calling you to serve Him in others as a sister, brother,
deacon or priest?
Call Father Michael Boehling
(804) 359-5661 or email: | | mboehling@richmonddiocese.org |
Crusaders Leading the Way!
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OLMC School would like to recognize our students for their recent achievements and successes. We are proud to recognize the efforts of our students both in school and in the community!
If you or someone you know, has had a recent success or achievement that you would like to share, please submit the news to the OLW.
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Please send all information that you would like to be included in Our Lady's Word to
Christine Dugan at
cdugan@olmc-school.com
The deadline for entries is Mondays at 5pm
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OLMC is a community of faith that seeks to comfort people through prayer. Please feel free to submit any prayer requests that you or your loved ones may have. The power of prayer does
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For the latest pictures, postings, events and updates, join us on Facebook!
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From the Principal's Desk Dear Parents Guardians and Friends of OLMC School, The next few weeks will bring new excitement to OLMC as we prepare to open the Year of Faith in union with our Holy Father Pope Benedict XVI. Throughout his pontificate he has been calling for a renewal in the faith - a new Pentecost - with this Year being a culmination of much of his work. Please pray for our universal Church, the parish and school, and all of our families, to be open to the graces God has prepared for us. The Year of Faith is celebrating two anniversaries of events that we are asked to focus on with particular attention: the 50th anniversary of the opening of the Second Vatican Council and the 20th anniversary of the publication of the Catechism of the Catholic Church which was a major fruit of the Council. Following is a link to the Year of Faith website.
The tab "Benedict XVI" on the navigation bar has the announcement of the Year of Faith with explanations and meditations that would be wonderful spiritual reading. It is called "Porta Fidei" or "The Door of Faith."
http://www.annusfidei.va/content/novaevangelizatio/en.html May God's goodness to us deepen our gratitude and our joy, drawing our friends and co-workers to the Fount of all goodness.
With prayers for your families,
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October is
The Month of Rosary 
The Catholic Church dedicates the month of October
to the Most Holy Rosary. Please join us as we begin
our weekly Rosary prayers. The Mysteries of the Rosary lead us to meditate on the course of our salvation, drawing us closer to Jesus and Mary. Please join us
in praying for our school and other special intentions.
This is a great opportunity to pray the Rosary if you
have never tried it before. Rosaries and prayer books
are provided. For more information, please contact Rita Smith at 757-254-3994 or rita.smith257@yahoo.com
Tuesday, October 2nd - Joyful Mysteries
Tuesday, October 9th - Luminous Mysteries
Tuesday, October 16th - Sorrowful Mysteries
Tuesday, October 23rd - Glorious Mysteries
8:15-9:00am in the Daily Mass Chapel
For where two or three are gathered in my name, I am there in their midst. Matthew 18:20 |
OLMC's Cornerstone Dinner  On October 20th, Our Lady of Mount Carmel School will be hosting the Cornerstone Dinner which will be held at Saint Michael Hall. You should have received an invitation in your Wednesday folder. If not, please call the school and we will get one to you. The Cornerstone Dinner is a celebration of Catholic education and a wonderful showcase for our school. We are planning an evening of delicious dining, prepared by Jeanne Simko (parent of alumni) and entertainment. Mrs. George will bring in the choir for a short recital and Mrs. Thames will have a display of her students' artwork. Our keynote speaker will be Dr. Lisa Spiller, professor of marketing at Christopher Newport University and parent of two alumni and one current student of OLMC. We hope that you will join us in our celebration! If you should have any questions, please contact Michele Smith x 221 or development@olmc-school.com |
Labels for Education 
Earn 100 Bonus Points!
Did you read and relax this summer with
any of the popular magazines listed, and purchased
them at a retailer near you?
Clip any 2 UPCs and send them into the school label coordinator Karen Domzal.
Earn FREE stuff for your school when you
turn in your UPC to your school
coordinator by October 8, 2012!
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Yearbook Cover Contest!
-Open to All Students
-Use of School colors and theme
for this school year are encouraged
-Entries must be submitted on standard 8 X 11 paper, with student's first and last name on the back
-Submit entries to Miss May or Sister Beatrice
-Deadline extended until Monday, October 1st!
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Student Volunteers Wanted A few more OLMC students (grades 3 and up) are needed to help pass out flyers for the manna program on the weekend of October 6-7. If you would like your child to serve in this way and are able to attend one of the Masses indicated below, please send in a parent-signed note or email to Mrs. Tucker indicating the date/Mass time you are able to attend and serve. Since only four children are needed after each Mass, those families who respond first will be given preference. Students will receive an out of uniform pass in appreciation of their efforts.
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Saturday: | 5:00 PM | | Sunday: | 8:00 AM | | | 2:00 PM (Spanish) |
On the day of, students should: - Be dressed in Mass uniform
- Find Mrs. Coon at the Manna table prior to Mass and "check in"
- Discreetly move to the commons area after Communion is finished
- Pass out flyers at the station assigned by Mrs. Coon
Thank you in advance for your service to OLMC!
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The Yearbook Crew Wants You!  The Yearbook crew invites you to submit photos for the yearbook. We especially need photos from sporting events, class parties, field trips and other special events. Help us get as many photos as possible to create an amazing yearbook! Log on to: www.images.jostens.com Enter the Login ID: 400144115 and password: OLMCYB Select the photos you wish to submit and click on "Image Share." Enter your contact information and information about the photos and click "Save Details." The Yearbook Staff will review all photos and determine final yearbook content. We cannot guarantee that all submissions can be used in the book. We appreciate your help! |
School Picture Day
Professional student photos will be taken
on the following days:
October 2nd - Individual pictures for Pre-K, K, 2, 4, 6
October 3rd - Individual pictures for 1, 3, 5, 7, 8
For individual pictures, students may wear the Mass Day uniform or their Sunday Best to school. Please note jeans and shorts are not permitted, and all boys shirts must have a collar.
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Year of Faith Event!  Sister Mary Diana, O.P. from the Dominican Sisters of Saint Cecilia (Nashville) will be coming to OLMC to speak. Sister is a practicing physician in Nashville, and presents for the Catholic Medical Association (CMA) on various topics of contemporary relevance including conscience, healthcare, and issues surrounding morality. She is a gifted speaker, able to present topics from a scientific and medical perspective yet in language accessible to all. OLMC is pleased to welcome Sister Mary Diana as a Speaker for the Year of Faith. We welcome all parents, parishioners and friends of OLMC to join us on Tuesday, October 16th at 6:30 pm at Saint Michael's Hall. If you are interested in attending, please RSVP to Christine Tucker at ctucker@olmc-school.com. Reservations are suggested, but not required. ________________________________________________ *Please note the venue has been changed from the school gym to Saint Michael's Hall. Please join us for this very special Year of Faith event! |
7th Grade Autumn Plant Sale
The 7th Grade Class is selling Chrysanthemums and Pansies to benefit the 8th Grade graduation reception.
Chrysanthemums and Pansies, in your choice of colors, are available. Please click on the link below for an order form. Orders are due by September 28th, and flowers will be available for pick up at the Fun Fair on October 6th, or after the 10am Mass on Sunday, October 7th.
The 7th Grade class thanks you for your support!
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Peninsula Catholic High School Golf Tournament
The Peninsula High School Booster Club will hold a Golf Tournament to benefit Peninsula Catholic High School at the Kiln Creek Golf Course in Newport News. The tournament will be on October 11, 2012 with a 12pm sign in, and a 1pm shotgun start. The cost is $75 for individuals and $280 for a team of four. The cost includes range balls, dinner and prizes. Mulligan packages are available and a 50/50 sweepstakes!
If you are interested in playing, either as an individual or with a team, please contact Mr. Steve Sprinkle at 757-846-6200 or stevespr1@verizon.net
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Calling All Artists!
Ecology Arts Contest
Photography, Poetry, Canvas, Essay, Film, Sculpture, ect...Express yourself!
Theme: "Catholic Social Teaching and Ecology"....Why is care for the earth so important? What destroys it? How can we preserve it?
Rules: Written word must be less than 700 words. Short films must be less than 8 minutes. Any medium can be used as long as it expresses the theme. The contest is open to all ages from elementary up, one winner from each age group (elementary, middle school, high school and adult) will be chosen to win a prize, and will be featured at the ECO Summit on October 27th.
All entries must be submitted by October 12, 2012 to OJP@cccofva.org and must include artist's name, age, grade, school or parish, phone number and address.
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OLMC Calendar Magnets
Our Lady of Mount Carmel School would like to thank Bill Wandersee and John Pizzano for sponsoring the 2012-2013 Calendar Magnets. Your support is sure to help OLMC families plan for important dates this school year. Thank you for your generosity!
Calendar magnets were given out at the Back to School Nights. If you did not receive a magnet, please contact Julie Hill, in the Front Office, at jhill@olmc-school.com or at 757-596-2754.
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Fun Fair Volunteer Opportunity
The annual Fun Fair will be on October 6th. If you are interested in helping with setting/cleaning up, ticket and raffle sales, cake walk, kitchen duties and helping to run some activities, please email:
Please be sure to include your name, phone number, email address and activity you are interested in supporting. This is a fun event, a great way to meet people, and the volunteer hours will count toward your service hours.
Thank you in advance for volunteering!
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For Sale on Tuesdays during carpool pickup!
This is a fundraiser for the school/church/family. Just purchase gift cards at the school. Hundreds of vendors are available. Cards are redeemable for the full amount paid and have no expiration date. Each gift card purchased generates a donation from the vendor (see form for percentages). This donation is distributed 25% to church, 19% to school, 56% to YOUR TUITION!
Easy, Smart, Practical!
-Obtain order form during carpool on Tuesdays, or from school office or school website anytime!
-Fill out order, write check and return to school.
-Pick up your order from a Manna Representative in front of school on Tuesdays from 2:40-3:00pm (be sure to be back in your car by 3:00pm). If you miss the pick up, orders will be available in the school office or contact Carolyn Moore at 719-6666 or Rita Smith at 254-3994.
Example: $100 gift card generating a 10% donation of $10 from the vendor. Of this $10, $2.50 goes to the church, $1.90 goes to the school, and $5.60 goes toward your tuition. You still get to spend the entire $100 at the vendor. Fundraising that costs you absolutely nothing!
For a copy of the order form, please visit:
OLMC Manna Form
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OLMC Sweatshirts Are Here!
Our Lady of Mount Carmel School Sweatshirts are now available in the Front Office. The sizes available are: youth small (6-8), youth medium (10-12), youth large (14-16), and adult small through 3X. The cost is $15 for youth small to adult 1X. Shirts that are 2X and 3X are $20 each. Sweatshirts can be purchased directly from the Front Office or you can send in your order with payment to the school. Checks should be made payable to Our Lady of Mount Carmel School. Order forms are available in the Front Office or Edline at: Sweatshirt Order Form
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Top Teacher Search!
Do you have a favorite OLMC Teacher that deserves recognition? Hampton Roads Magazine is conducting a Top Teachers Search for the second year in a row.
Please help us recognize and honor the outstanding teachers at our school!
Nominations are taking place until October 19th at: Top Teacher Search
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