$153,160 GIFT MOVES OLP AHEAD

As the annual Erie Catholic Schools Week neared an end, students, faculty, and staff of  Our Lady of Peace School celebrated Mass on Thursday, January 30, 2014, with profound gratitude for the late Mr. Frank Amoroso, an Our Lady of Peace Church parishioner of many years. Upon the New Year, Mr. Amoroso's attorney executed his wish to present a donation of $153,160.82 to Our Lady of Peace School.

With the guidance of Fr. Ted, Our Lady of Peace Church Pastor, Mary Beth Ek, Principal, and John Plavcan, school Computer Technician, a decision was made that technology would be the best investment for these funds and a three year plan was developed. The schools' two computer labs will be completely equipped with state-of-the art technology and software, and the teachers will receive new computers and software as well. Their forward thinking technology department is researching the most current technology with which to equip the school.

The news was presented by Fr. Ted and Miss Ek at the weekly faculty and staff meeting Wednesday January 8^th. The heartfelt emotion of the elated faculty and staff is a testament to the significance of this gift. One teacher could be overheard stating, "God really does answer our prayers."

Execution of the three year plan is underway, and the school plans to make purchases by March.

Dear Parents and Caregivers,

Over the last week I have received phone calls and emails regarding our dismissal time and feel that it is necessary to remind you about our crusade to keep our children safe.

If you are picking up your child(ren) from school at the end of the day, you must park your car in a parking place and then walk to the coned area outside the main entrance of the school and pick your child(ren) up within that area. The children are not permitted outside of the coned area without an adult to accompany them. Please make sure that the children remain with you until safely in your car.

Please be especially cautious if you exit the parking lot via Pacific Avenue, as cars travel in many different directions, we need to be patient and careful.

Thank you for your help in this matter.

Miss Mary Beth Ek

OLP students are going to be Hooping (basketball and hula hoops) and Jumping (jumping rope) to raise money for the American Heart Association during the week of Valentines' Day in their physical education classes.

Students are asking family and friends to sponsor them in their effort to help fight heart disease. Some are doing this in honor or memory of loved ones. We will have a Heart Chain of names for those who students wish to honor/remember in the gym. Hearts are free; just send in names of those you would like to include.

Students can set there own goals as to how much they wish to raise and the AHA does provide thank-you gifts for the various money levels that students collect. There are online opportunities for donating and AHA can link request to email or social networks (Facebook, etc.) to simplify collecting. It can all be done online.

The following links include information you may find helpful.

JFH Parent Letter

HFH Parent Letter

The FSA is sponsoring a Barnes and Noble school fundraiser on Thursday, February 13, 2014, located at the store on Peach Street. The event will run from 6:00-8:00p.m. Please plan on attending this great event to benefit Our Lady of Peace School. All purchases will be compiled, and a percentage of the sales will be given back to the school! Your support is greatly appreciated!

Barnes & Noble Bookfairs Flyer 

Jesus Christ Superstar  

The eighth grade class performance of Jesus Christ Superstar is April 16, 2014, at 1:30p.m. in the OLP Church. This is a tradition for the eighth grade class here at OLP and one the students look forward to.

Have you been looking for your black attire? All eighth graders need to have a roomy black turtleneck, plain black pants, and black socks for the performance.  It is easier to find them now than in April. 

Join us for an evening of fun!
OLP Youth Group Inner Tubing
At Mount Pleasant
Thursday, February 13, 2014
6:00pm - 9:00pm
Mount Pleasant Ski Resort
14510 Mount Pleasant Road
Cambridge Springs, PA 16403

 Saturday, February 15, 2014 

  Mercyhurst University Athletic Center

501 East 38th Street

6:00-9:30p.m.

 Kids Ages 4-15

$10 per child (family discounts are available).

For those few hours kids will play several games with the Mercyhurst Softball team including basketball, wiffle ball, football, tag, and volleyball. They can also watch movies and listen to music.

It's a great chance for parents to go out and celebrate Valentine's Day child free.

Leanne Baker

Mercyhurst University Head Softball Coach

 Sunday, February 23, 2014

12:00-4:00p.m.

Lake Erie Arboretum at Frontier Park (LEAF)

1501 West 6th Street

Erie, PA 16505

www.leaferie.org

Spend time with our certified therapy dogs every Thursday from 6:00-7:30p.m.  Bring your favorite book to read and make a new friend!

Therapy Dogs United Office

1932B West 8th Street

Park in the back parking lot and you will see our new office.

Contact Debbie Whitman with any questions

chrebbie001@gmail.com