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Wednesday, 10/24
MS Internet Presentation, Parents Welcome, 1:30pm
Thursday, 10/25
Out of Uniform Day (for completion of Parent Survey)
School Board Meeting, Open Forum 6:30-7pm
Friday, 10/26
All School Mass, 8:15am
Sunday, 10/28
OLMC White Mass, 4pm
Tuesday, 10/30
Out of Uniform Day -
"A" Homerooms only
Wednesday, 10/31
Early Dismissal, 2pm
Thursday, 11/1
All Saint's Day
All School Mass, 8:15am
4th Grade Hall of Saints
Friday 11/2
All School Mass, 8:15am
First Friday Adoration
11/5-11/8
Book Fair
Monday, 11/5
Poor Clare Food Drive
Tuesday, 11/6
Picture Make Up Day
Bring a Friend to School Day
Wednesday, 11/7
Spirit Wear Day
Thursday, 11/8
Science Fair
Virtus Training at OLMC, 5:30pm
Friday, 11/9
All School Mass, 8:15am
Post to Edline 5-8
Saturday, 11/10
Making A Difference Race
Sunday, 11/11
Church B-ball League Registration, 2-4pm @ Church
Wednesday, 11/14
SACS Early Dismissal, 2pm
Thursday, 11/15
Open House, 6-8pm
Friday, 11/16
All School Mass, 8:15am
End Trimester #1
Craft Fair Vendor Applications Due
Sunday, 11/18
Church B-ball League Registration, 2-4pm @ Church
Wednesday, 11/21
Early Dismissal, 12pm
11/22-11/25
No School - Thanksgiving Break
Wednesday, 11/28
SACS Early Dismissal, 2pm
Friday, 11/30
All School Mass, 8:15am
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Bingo Schedule
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Next Upcoming Bingo Night:
Monday, October 29, 2012
Families Scheduled
Floor Duty:
Bercasio, Arabella
Conner, Debra
Dessoffy, Tammy
Domzal, Karen
Mann, Mike
Rizzi, Angie
White, Steve
Wojtas, Christy
Wojtas, John
Kitchen Duty:
Drozda, Maria
McGee, Teresa
Rosa, Jesus
Floor Captain:
Mann, Mike
In the event that a substitute is needed for your night, please contact Julie Hill at 757-596-2754.
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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Pilgrim Virgin Schedule
October Schedule
October 23-29
Yun family
Almirante family
October 30-November 5
Kus family
Smith family
Please pick the statue up no earlier than Tuesday and return by Monday. May God bless your time with Our Lady and may seh enliven the presence of Jesus in your home and your family. Our unity in prayer will surely bring
many graces to our school and community.
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Picture Make Up Day
Picture make up day will be on November 6th for all students that wish to have their pictures retaken or who missed picture day the first time. Students that are having photos retaken are permitted to wear their Mass day uniform or Sunday best to school on November 6th. | |
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SAVE THE DATE
Our Lady of
Mount Carmel School's
Annual Auction Gala
April 20, 2013___________________________
Please check the Wednesday folders and middle school backpacks for the Parent Auction Packets. They will be coming home this Wednesday.
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Thank you to all who attended, prayed for the success of, or otherwise participated in the Cornerstone Dinner on Saturday night. It was a wonderful success! Thank you to Michele and her team for a phenomenal evening!
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Upcoming Science Fair
OLMC's Science Fair will be open for parents from Wednesday,
November 7th at 1:00pm to Friday November 9th at 1:00pm.
On Thursday, parents can visit throughout the school day and the fair will be closed by 7:30pm.
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November 15th
Fall Open House!
We will be hosting an Open House on November 15, 2012 from 6-8pm.We invite you to extend the invitation to neighbors, family and friends to come see why Our Lady of Mount Carmel was awarded the National Blue Ribbon Award for Excellence in Education and voted the Best Private School in Hampton Roads! On November 15th, please invite others to join us for an informational evening and a glimpse into the faith, academics and life at OLMC!
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A special thanks to all of the Our Lady Of Mount Carmel School parents and students, Newport News K9 Unit, Newport News Fire Department - Station 3, Ryan the Balloon Guy, Oakie Dokie Face Painting, and the UnXpected Band for an incredibly successful Fall Fun Fair for our school. Great fun and fellowship was had by all!!! I am so blessed as coordinator for all of your support and friendship!!!
-Teresa McGee
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Virtus Training
The Diocese mandates that all those who minister to children or youth must take the Virtus training prior to volunteering.
An upcoming Virtus training will be offered at the following locations:
Our Lady of
Mount Carmel School
on Thursday, November 8th
at 5:30pm
St. Stephen, Marrtyr (Chesapeake)
on Wednesday, November 14th at 12:00 noon
You can register for the 3 hour session online at:
Virtus Training
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We offer a special thank you to Teresa McGee for coordinating this year's Fun Fair event. Through her leadership and commitment our Fun Fair was a success and enjoyed by our families and parishioners of OLMC. Thank you to Anne Smith for coordinating the Cake Walk and to our home room parents and homeroom coordinators, Rita Smith and Ilianexi Pacheco for leading and organizing the candy prizes.
Thank you to the parents and children that volunteered their hours preparing, setting/ cleaning up, and kitchen and game duties. With your help and support it was a great day shared by all.
Although the Fun Fair is not a school fundraiser, it did bring in $488.21. Sales were great in comparison to the purchases made to coordinate the day. Thank you to the many donors that made this all possible!
Also, another great thank you to Jean Cavelli and Debbie Sherman for sponsoring the Fall Flower sale this year!
The flower sale raised $1,338.96 and will pay for the needs of the 8th grade graduation! Thank you to all that supported this great sale!
As always OLMC has a wonderful family community!
Sincerely,
Home and School Association
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Fall/Winter Uniforms
Shorts and skorts will no longer be permitted during the colder months. Students will be permitted to wear shorts and skorts again after spring break. Happy Fall!
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Volunteer Opportunity!
OLMC will host an Open House on November 15th beginning at 6pm. Light refreshments and beverages will be served. We are looking for a few volunteers to shop for food and/or help set up the refreshment table. All purchases will be reimbursed on behalf of the school, and this counts towards service hours.
If you are interested in helping, please email Barbara Flores at
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Read the Catechism in a Year!
For this Year of Faith, Pope Benedict has encouraged you to study and reflect on the Catechism of the Catholic Church. Here's an easy and free way to do it. Click on the link below, enter your email address, and you'll start getting a little bit of the Catechism emailed to you every morning. Read that little bit every day and you'll read the whole catechism in a year!
I Want to Read the Catechism
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Annual Pig Pickin Dinner
Boy Scout Troop #242, sponsored by the Knights of Columbus, will be holding their annual Pig Pickin Dinner on Saturday, October 27, 2012. Food will be served from 4:30pm until 7:30pm at the Knights of Columbus Hall, 12742 Nettles Drive, Newport News, VA 23606. The cost of the dinner is $10 and takeout is available. Tickets may be purchased at the dinner or from a Scout in Troop #242. All are invited to attend! For more information, please contact Alex Shahmouradian at 757-244-6661.
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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 gifts 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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Middle School Events
The Office for Evangelization of Youth and Young Adults is
hosting several events for Middle School Students.
They include Middle School Rallies, Retreat Days, Biking trips and more! For more information,
please visit:
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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 27th
Middle School Youth Rally
at St. Jerome Church
The Middle School Youth Rally is a one-day gathering of all middle school (grades 6- 8) youth from across the Diocese of Richmond. This event is a high-energy day filled with opportunities to gather as a Catholic Diocesan community that will integrate fun and community building with the richness of our Catholic faith. The cost is $35.
October 31st
Trunk or Treat will take place at St. Jerome Catholic Church (116 Denbigh Boulevard, Newport News, VA 23608). OLMC will meet at St. Jerome at 6:30pm. If you and your child would like to eat dinner at 5:30pm, please let Christina know (St. Jerome needs a head count). At 6:30pm, Trunk or Treat begins, complete with blowups and music. No costumes needed! Help make this year our biggest event. This event is co-sponsored by the Knights of Columbus #5480.
November 17th
Into the Mystery:
Middle School Retreat
Into The Mystery: Middle School Retreat will take place on November 17th from 9am (registration from 8:30-9am) to 4pm at Sandy Bottom Nature Park. This day long retreat is an opportunity for your teen to get away from school, homework, family, etc to recharge and refocus on their faith and relationship with Jesus. The retreat focuses on the mystery of the Trinity and they will learn how to (or continue) to have a personal relationship with Christ. Cost is $20** per teen and permission slips will be available at JYG.
Registration for Junior Youth Group is located at:
Don't let payment stop you from registering your teen. If you have any questions or would like more information, please feel free to contact Christina at 595-0385 x128
or by email at:
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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.
Yes, Your Teen is Crazy
November 15, 2012
6:30-8:30pm
Working With the New Millennium Adolescent
November 16, 2012
9:00am-12:00pm
Communicating With Love
November 29, 2012
6:30-8:30pm
For a complete list of classes, or to register online
please visit:
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Parenting Classes Offered by:
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Active Parenting of Teens Mondays, Nov 5-Dec 10, 2012 6-8pm
1-2-3 Magic
Wednesdays,
Nov 7-Dec 5, 2012
6-7:30pm
Active Parenting
1-2-3-4 Parent!
Mondays,
Nov 12-Dec 3
6-8pm Classes are free, and located in Newport News 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,
As we are less than two weeks away from a Presidential election of extraordinary importance, I am including in this brief letter some links to websites which are linked to information from official Catholic sites including the Virginia Catholic Conference and the site for the USCCB (United States Conference of Catholic Bishops). We have all been bombarded with the campaigning this year, even those of us in the convent who never turn on the television! The campaign is in the height of intensity, and there is a great deal at stake, even for a little Catholic school in Newport News.
Perhaps we would do well to pull away from the media with its political mud-slinging for the next week or so and find an hour or two to retreat into some quiet, and look at factual information, rather than listening to slogans intended to slant our perception in a particular way. (These campaigns in particular, and the saturated marketing environment in general, remind me of one wise professor of mine who insisted that the mark of an educated mind is that it is not swayed by propaganda but can think clearly and truly). I invite you to bring this decision to prayer as well. God is immensely interested in our lives, even in how we vote. I encourage you to pray about the election and to study factual information, with a heart open to the law and love of God.
Below are links with simple, summative articles which may help focus attention with regard to the upcoming elections.
VA Catholic Conference - Senate Candidates
Conference of Bishops on Religious Liberty
Health and Human Services Mandate
The out of uniform opportunity for Thursday, October 25th is for children whose parents completed the online survey which closed last Friday. Each classroom has a list of children who are able to participate in this out of uniform.
The next out of uniform date is for the "A" classes who won the box top competition. This out of uniform day is scheduled for next Tuesday, October 30th.
Our first open forum for the year is to be held Thursday evening (October 25th) in the library in the middle school building. The session begins at 6:30 and lasts until 7:00. This is an opportunity for you to bring questions and comments to the School Board.
With prayers for your families,
Sister Dominic
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Anti-Bullying Awareness
OLMC is dedicated to increasing bully awareness. Our proactive approach works to prevent, resolve and eliminate bullying in our school. We are working to raise awareness and promote prevention in our school. On October 24th at 1:30pm, the Middle School Students will be treated to a presentation about cyber bullying and Internet safety.
Cyber bullying is one of the fastest growing problems among young Internet users today. Additionally, cyber safety is extremely important and is an area of concern as the Internet has opened up a world of information for anyone with a computer and a connection. We are excited about the opportunity to continue to educate our students, and encourage parents of all grade levels to attend our cyber presentation.
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The Living Rosary  Parents, Parishioners, and Friends of OLMC,
please join us for
The Living Rosary
Thursday, October 25th at 2pm
in the school gym
October is celebrated in the Church as the Month of the Rosary and it is an opportunity to teach and re-teach the mysteries of the rosary, which help us to meditate on and imitate the life of Jesus Christ. Please join us for The Living Rosary as the school community gathers in the afternoon and prays the rosary together. Students from each classroom will lead one of the prayers. They will sit in the shape of a rosary and light a candle which represents a bead of the rosary. The rest of the class and many parents, sit throughout the gym and join in prayer. We welcome you!
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4th Annual
Making a Difference Race Making a Difference
Mind, Body, Spirit
8K & 3K Run / Walk
Saturday, November 10, 2012
Mariners' Museum Newport News
Runners and walkers are offered 8K and 3K options that traverse the scenic area of the Mariners' Museum, the majestic Lion's Bridge, and the beautiful Riverside neighborhood. All participants receive goody bags, tech t-shirts, and a post-race award ceremony with family fun attractions. Everyone is invited! Runners, walkers, adults and children of all ages and abilities are welcome in both events. Event Proceeds benefit the students of Our Lady of Mount Carmel School to promote health and well being...mind, body and spirit. For more information and a registration form, please visit: OLMC Making a Difference Race |
OLMC Book Fair!
Scholastic Book Fair
Monday, November 5th 8am-3pm
Tuesday, November 6th 8am-5:30pm
Wednesday, November 7th 8am-5:30pm
Thursday, November 8th 8am-3pm, 5:30-8pm
Scholastic. Read everyday. Lead a better life.
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Volunteers for the Book Fair are needed!
Please see the list below of dates, times and opportunities to help.
Friday, November 1st, 9am-3pm
Unpack and set up
Monday, November 5th, 8am-3pm
Sell Merchandise
Tuesday, November 6th, 8am-5:30pm
Sell Merchandise
Wednesday, November 7th, 8am-5:30pm
Sell Merchandise
Thursday, November 8th, 8am-3pm, 5:50-8pm
Sell Merchandise
Friday, November 9th, 9am-3pm
Take down and pack up
If you are able to volunteer, please contact Mrs. Small at 757-596-2754, ext. 229 or by email at msmall@olmc-school.com
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Thank You!
The parent survey is now closed and we thank you for your participation. The completion of this survey earned an out of uniform pass for your child(ren). The out of uniform day will be this Thursday, October 25, 2012.
God bless you and thank you for helping to determine the course of the future of OLMC!
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Church Basketball League!
OLMC will be forming Church League Basketball teams to compete in a league run by Newport News Parks and Recreation this season. We are seeking any interested boys and girls who are at least in third grade, ages 8 through 15 years old by December 1st. Registration will be held at OLMC Church on 11/11 and 11/18 from 2-4 pm. We are planning on entering teams in three leagues this season. They include Juniors/ 8-10 years old (3rd grade students who are age 8 by Dec. 1st), Intermediates/11-12 years old, and Seniors/13-15 years old. Details on cost will follow, but will include league registration, t-shirt, trophy, and money for an end of the season celebration. Practices will start in December and games will begin in January. Please make sure to bring a copy of your child's birth certificate when registering. We will also need coaches (who must be VIRTUS trained). If you have any questions or concerns, or are interested in coaching or helping, please call Bob McKenna at 877-5025.
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November 6th
Bring a Friend to School Day!
Newport News public schools will be closed on November 6, 2012 for the presidential elections. OLMC will be open that day and we would love to share our school with friends and neighbors!
On November 6th, we invite all students to bring a friend to school! If you know someone who would like to attend OLMC for a day, please extend the invitation to come see our school.
The Bring a Friend to School program follows the same procedures as a shadow day, and reservations are required. Please contact the school Front Office at 757-596-2754 to sign up!
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Faith, academics and service are among the top three characteristics of OLMC students. With a strong Catholic identity and superior academics OLMC students stand out in the community. Recognizing that service is an immense part of the total education of a child, our students participated in a school-wide service project led by OLMC's Christian Service Club. The students worked together to serve the local community and the Lord by collecting donations for the Peninsula Pet Pantry. This project was in collaboration with the church's outreach program, and students were eager and enthusiastic about serving needy pet owners in the community. Thanks to the students of Our Lady of Mount Carmel School many local pet owners received aid and the help they needed to feed their pets this winter.
The Christian Service Club would like to thank all of those that donated and supported the pet drive for the Peninsula Pet Pantry. The Pantry was overjoyed with OLMC's generosity and sincerely want to thank everyone for their contributions.
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Hampton Roads Magazine
Top Teacher Results!
Eight teachers from Our Lady of Mount Carmel School are in the running for the Top Ten Teachers in Hampton Roads! Our Lady of Mount Carmel School dominated the Newport News category, and we thank you for your support! Please help us recognize these fantastic educators by voting for the OLMC teachers. The 10 individuals receiving the most votes will be honored as HRM Top Teachers with featured editorial profiles in our February 2013 Education Issue. It is possible to vote for more than one teacher! To view the results and vote please visit: Hampton Roads Top Teachers |
27th Annual
Christmas Craft Fair
Saturday, December 1, 2012
9am - 3pm
Please join us at our annual Christmas Craft Fair. Local artists, craftsmen, and vendors are invited to participate and the public is invited to shop. The fee to exhibit is $55 per space or $50 per space if an item is donated for our Chinese Raffle. Each space is approximately 9'x9' and areas will be assigned on a first received/requested basis. Please bring your own tables, backdrops, racks, etc... We will provide two chairs per space. All display tables must be skirted to the floor and must have rubber or non-abrasive footings. Registration fee is non-refundable if cancelled by participant. Deadline for application November 16, 2012
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And the winner is...  The A Homerooms! Congratulations! Thank you to everyone that clipped, tore and sent in Box Tops, Tyson labels, My Coke Rewards and Labels for Education. Your support is greatly appreciated. We would like to thank Karen Domzal and her team of volunteers for all of their hard work counting the hundreds of labels that were sent in.
The out of uniform day for all "A" homerooms will be next Tuesday, October 30th.
Please keep saving your rewards, and look for news about another competition
coming this winter!
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Anti-Bullying Resources
Find out what bullying is, what the different types are, and where and when bullying happens. To learn more about other topics related to bullying please visit:
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Free 8x10 Family Portrait
for All OLMC School Families! Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church is updating the Church Directory and would like to invite all school families to come and have a family portrait taken. Families do not have to be registered parishioners at OLMC Church to take advantage of this offer. Photography dates are as follows: Nov. 6th-9th (2:30-9pm), Nov. 10th (10am-5pm) Nov. 19th, 20th, 21st & 23rd (11am-7pm) Nov. 24th (10am-5pm) Dec. 3rd-7th (2:30-9pm), Dec. 8th (10am-5pm) Jan. 2nd-4th (2:30-9pm), Jan. 5th (10am-5pm) If you wish to buy photos, keep the following in mind... - Photos taken by Dec. 8th will be back in time for Christmas.
- Portrait Christmas cards are available!
- When you make your appointment on line, you will receive a $10 off coupon.
- 20% discount for all Military, Fire Fighters, Police and Senior Citizens.
- There's no obligation to buy photos!
The more the merrier! Bring along extended family members and family pets to be photographed with you!
Visit OLMC Family Portraits to schedule your appointment
or call the church office at 595-0385
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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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