Have you gone to the Diocesan website yet to offer your feedback?

PLEASE go to http://www.eriercd.org/planning.asp and submit your feedback online. This is the preferred channel of the Diocese of Erie.

You have until December 1, 2015 to offer your opinion.

EVERYONE'S feedback is needed!

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 week 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.

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

December Dates

December is a very busy time. We would like to help you stay organized. Below is a link to all of the December happenings at OLP.

December Dates

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

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

Christmas Party Room Parents

For the homeroom parents that received information on the Christmas parties, the date should have read Monday December 21st, rather than Friday December 18th. If there are any questions or problems, please contact
Carolyn Patsy at 460-0299.

Thank you

FSA Family Bingo Night

FSA would like to thank Erin Mourton and Stephanie Spence for another great Family Bingo Night! A fun time was had by all who attended, and hopefully you were able to join us! We would also like to say thank you to all the families who donated baskets and brought cookies to share!

Santa Shop

December 3 & 4, 2015

OLP Gym

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

Shopping Schedule

Lunch With Santa

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.

Boy Scout Christmas Sale

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.

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.

Photos of the Week
Book Fair

OLP students and parents enjoyed a little early Christmas shopping at our annual Scholastic Book Fair. A huge thank you goes out to Mrs. Hill and all of her volunteers who made this event a success!

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, December 1, 2015, issue is

Friday, November 27, 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
Attendance Email: attendance@olpcrusaders.org