When the final class ends today, we will begin our week-long Thanksgiving holiday recess. This will be a well-deserved break from daily routines for our students, faculty and staff. It will also be a time for reflection, a time for us to ponder the many blessings that God has bestowed upon us.

At Father Lopez Catholic High School, we are thankful for the blessings that we discover in the wonderful students who attend our school. They are the force that energize us each day. We give thanksgiving for their parents, too. We appreciate the many sacrifices they make to provide their sons and daughters with the Lopez experience.

We are thankful for the dedicated and caring men and women who teach, coach, lead and assist our students on their journey through high school. Our faculty, staff, coaches and administrators share the gifts of wisdom, knowledge and love with our students on a daily basis.

We are proud of the legion of Green Wave alumni. Their many and varied accomplishments are a source of pride and inspiration for all of us. We also value their loyalty and support for the Lopez student of today.

We remain indebted to the pioneer families who first believed in our Catholic high school when the doors to Father Lopez opened in 1959.  We thank them and those who came after them for making Lopez their school-of-choice throughout this past half century. We thank our other friends and benefactors who have sustained the school throughout these many years. They made it possible for our new campus to be developed for the next generation of learners.

As you celebrate this Thanksgiving holiday with your family and friends, know that you remain in our prayers. We ask that God continue to bless you and all members of the family that is Father Lopez Catholic High School.

As you read through this edition of eNEWS, please take note of the sampling of wonderful things that continue to happen every day at Father Lopez Catholic High School. Consider making an investment in the continued growth and success of our school and the students we serve by contributing to The Lopez Fund. Your prayers and financial support are needed and greatly appreciated.

In a special evening ceremony earlier this month, 39 juniors and seniors were inducted into the Father Lopez Chapter of the National Honor Society. The new members join 29 seniors who were inducted into the NHS last year. To be considered for membership, students in the junior or senior class must possess a minimum grade point average of 3.5. Additionally, the applicant must provide evidence that demonstrates how they meet the other criteria of leadership, service and character.

Faculty moderators for the NHS are English teachers Katelyn Landorf Fisher '05 and Jamie Wade. Senior Kevin Scheiber is the President of the Lopez NHS. The other officers are: Lea Pafford (Vice President); Michael Krusick (Secretary); Samantha Mirante (Treasurer); and, Michael Munier (District President).

November 13 was a proud day for Father Lopez as six seniors signed letters of commitment to continue their education and play at the next level. Pictured below from left to right: Lucas Spetsas will play baseball at Eckerd College; Malik Maitland will play basketball at Moorehead State University; Emma Albrecht will play golf at the University of Notre Dame; Madison Young will play volleyball at Berry College; Ryan Mowen will play football at Trinity International University; and, Matthew Nix will play football at Anderson University. For more pictures, click here.