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In This Issue

Wellness policy

From Miss Ek

8th graders and Parents

Fall Family Bingo Night

Wellness Policy

Please click here then scroll down to review the Diocese of Erie Catholic Schools Wellness Policy.

Wellness Newsletter

Quick Links

2015-2016 School Days Calendar

November 2015 Lunch Menu

December 2015 Lunch Menu

Looking Ahead

November 17

~Kindergarten Report Cards

November 18

~Book Fair

~FSA Caring Tree Goes Up

November 19

~School Thanksgiving Liturgy 9:00a.m.

~Book Fair

November 20

~School Pictures Make Up / Retakes

~Book Fair

November 23

~No School

~Parent Conferences

~Book Fair

November 24

~No School

~Parent Conferences

~Book Fair

November 25

~No School

November 26

~No School

~Thanksgiving

November 27

~No School

~Black Friday

November 29

~First Sunday of Advent

November 30

~No School

December 1

~School Resumes

~Advent Wreath Ceremony 2:30p.m. OLP Gym

December 3

~School Liturgy 9:00a.m.

~Santa Shop

December 4

~First Friday Eucharistic Adoration

~Santa Shop

December 5

~FSA Lunch with Santa 11:00a.m.-1:00p.m.

~Box Village

December 6

~Second Sunday of Advent

~Box Village

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Athletic Events

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Tuesday, November 17, 2015

The I.N.F.O.

From the Desk of Miss Ek

Dear Parents and Caregivers,

It seem like it was only yesterday we were celebrating the start of a new school year, and here we are at the end of the first academic quarter already.

The faculty and staff are grateful for the show of support at our parent meeting held last evening to address the Pastoral Preliminary Strategic Plan regarding Catholic Schools. All of the comments and concerns will be submitted to the Diocese. If you were unable to attend the meeting, you still have the opportunity to submit confidential feedback of your own at http://eriercd.org/plannning.asp.

Parent involvement in our school has given us much to be thankful for at OLP. The Athletic Association, School Advisory Council and the Family and School Association provide support for our school community and its programs for students in countless ways. Volunteers in many facets of the school life help us maintain a safe and caring environment. Whether it be organizing a Grandparents Day, coaching, leading a scout group or lending a hand in the cafeteria, it makes our partnership with you stronger.

As you know, we will have our Parent -Teacher Conference days on November 23^rd and 24^th. We regard this conference as a most valuable event in your child's educational program. This occasion provides an important opportunity to affirm the good work and set goals for growth academically and personally. The students in grades five through eight will attend the conference. This approach gives ownership to the student as to what they need to do to be a successful student. While you visit, make sure to visit the book fair.

The holiday season is approaching quickly. The different grades are discussing and planning for their annual Advent Project to reach out to organizations in the area. FSA is promoting "The Caring Tree" to aid people in the school community during the holiday season. Many charities have benefited from the generosity of our school. Teachers and parents working together to teach children at a young age about stewardship is evident at OLP.

On behalf of Father David, the faculty, staff and students I wish you a happy Thanksgiving.

Blessings,

Miss Mary Beth Ek

First Quarter Honors

Congratulations to all of the fifth through eighth grade students who earned first and second honors for the first quarter.

We are OLProud of you!

Click here to see the proud honorees.

Scholastic Book Fair at OLP
November 18-20, 23-24, 2015

OLP will be holding the annual book fair starting tomorrow, Wednesday, November 18, 2015, and will also be open during parent conferences.

Book Fair Parent Letter

Students will all have the opportunity to shop at the book fair during their homeroom's scheduled time. Please note there were some changes in the schedule. Click here to see when your child/ren will be shopping at the book fair.

OLP School Thanksgiving Mass

All are welcome to join the OLP school family celebrate a mass of Thanksgiving this Thursday, November 19, 2015, at 9:00a.m. in the OLP church.

Student council will be collecting donations of non perishable food items to be given to the food Bank.

Daffin's Candy Sale Results

Thank you to all who supported the OLP Daffin's Candy sale!

Parent Letter and Winners

It would be greatly appreciated if all candy money could be turned into the school office no later than Friday, December 5, 2015. Please make sure that all checks are made payable to Our Lady of Peace School, and that your envelope is labeled with your child's name, grade, and homeroom.

Thank you!

8th Graders & Parents

There will be an 8^th Grade parent meeting to discuss preparations for this year's events tonight, Tuesday, November 17, 2015, at 6:00p.m. in the Teacher's lunchroom. All 8^th grade parents are invited to attend. We hope to see you there!"

High school is just around the corner! Here is some information to help you along the way.

Cathedral Prep & Villa Maria Academy Admissions Timeline

Mercyhurst Prep Admissions Timeline

Fall Family Bingo Night
Save the Date

Friday, November 20, 2015

7:00-9:00p.m.

$5.00 Per Family

Click here for more information and reservation form.

Santa Shop

December 3 & 4, 2015

OLP Gym

Donations of gift wrap, gift bags, bows, and tape are now being accepted.

Lunch With Santa

Save the Date

Saturday, December 5, 2015

11:00a.m. - 1:00p.m.

OLP Cafeteria

$6.00 Per Person

Click here for more information and the reservation form.

Girl Scouts

OLP Girl Scouts K-8

The bake exchange will be Nov. 21-22, 2015, at all OLP Masses. Please download our flyer for more information on how to get your baked goods ready.

Girl Scout Parent Letter

OLP Families: We ask that you look around your home and start collecting gently loved shoes for these children and bring them to Mass in exchange for lovingly baked Girl Scout treat so that we can meet our goal of collecting 600 pairs of shoes for Erie City Mission. Watch the parish bulletin for more information.

OLP Boy Scouts

The Cub Scouts would like to thank everyone who supported their recent Popcorn Sale. Popcorn deliveries will start Nov.15th and end Nov. 30th.

Pack 59 attended the Otter's Game and Sleepover on Nov. 7th. We had the largest group of Cub Scouts in attendance from a 5 county area!!!

OLP Cherub Choir

The rehearsal schedule is as follows:

Tuesday November 17

Tuesday November 24

Thursday December 3

Thursday December 10

Monday December 21 - FINAL RUN THROUGH!

Thursday December 24 - perform before the 5:00p.m. mass

All rehearsals are in the OLP Church from 6:00-6:30p.m.

Any questions call Christina Murnock at 882-1017 or email at murnockfarm@yahoo.com.

OLP Church Bulletin

Bulletin Deadlines for Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Years

The Holidays are fast approaching and with it comes some early

deadlines for the bulletin. They are as follows:

For Sunday, November 29, 2015, articles are due November 17, 2015

For Sunday, December 6, 2015, articles are due November 23, 2015

For Sunday, December 13, 2015, articles are due by December 4, 2015

For Sunday, December 20, 2015, articles are due by December 11, 2015

For Sunday, December 27, 2015, articles are due by December 15, 2015

For Sunday, January 3, 2016, articles are due December 17, 2015

For Sunday's January 10, 2016, articles are due December 21, 2015

You may e-mail the info to: cynthia.berarducci@olp.org; fax it: 814.833.7702;

or drop it off at the church office.

Thank you, in advance, for your cooperation with these early deadlines.

Advent Wreath Lighting

The lighting of the Advent wreath is a long-standing Catholic tradition. The candles remind us that although we are journeying to the darkest nights of the year, Jesus has brought light and life into the darkness.

Our tradition here at OLP has included offering all families the opportunity to assist with the wreath lighting during the weekend Masses throughout Advent. We will be continuing that tradition this year and invite you to prayerfully consider volunteering.

Sign-up sheets will be in the vestibule from Saturday, October 31, 2015, through Sunday, November 22, 2015.

The candle lighting is a very simple, yet significant, part of our Advent journey. Please consider being a part of this OLP tradition.

Casino Night
Save the Date

2016 Casino Night will be held on Saturday, April 30, 2016, at Rainbow Gardens. Tickets will be available in December.

MPS Presents

Mercyhurst Preparatory School talented students are bringing to life the classic musical Rodgers and Hammerstein's Cinderella. Our students have been working hard and look forward to bringing this high school debut performance to Erie.

Thursday, November 19th @ 7PM

Friday, November 20th @ 7PM

Saturday, November 21st @ 2PM & 7PM

Sunday, November 22nd @ 2PM

Tickets Available at the door

Adults $7, Seniors $6, and Students $5

Cinderella Flyer

Photos of the Week
Handwriting Award

Each month one student from each homeroom is chosen to receive the Principal's Handwriting Award. Congratulations to all who earned this award for the month of October!

Note:

If your organization would like to submit information to the OLP electronic newsletter, please contact Mrs. Jennifer Delavern at 838-3548 or at theinfo@olpcrusaders.org

Deadline for the Tuesday, November 24, 2015, issue is

Friday, November 20, 2015, by 9:00a.m.

Contact Info:

School: 814 838-3548 Preschool: 814 838-3886 Church: 814 833-7701

Extended Care: 814 923-7607

On the web: www.olpcrusaders.org
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