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1/9-1-11 Middle School Exams Thursday, 1/10 Discussion Group with Sr. Maria Joseph, 9:30am Friday, 1/11 All School Mass, 8:15am Grades Posted to Edline 5-8 Lower School Talent Show Try Outs (PreK-5th) Tuesday, 1/15 Rosary, 8:15am
Thursday, 1/17
Discussion Group with Sr. Maria Joseph, 9:30am
Friday, 1/18 All School Mass, 8:15am Monday, 1/21 No School, MLK Day 1/22-1/25 Used Book Sale Tuesday, 1/22 Rosary, 8:15am Interims Go Home Knights of Columbus Free Throw Contest Wednesday, 1/23 Talent Show, 12:45pm SACS Early Dismissal, 2pm PCHS Open House, 6pm Thursday, 1/24 Discussion Group with Sr. Maria Joseph, 9:30am Friday, 1/25 All School Mass, 8:15am Coffee with Sister Dominic and Deacon Dominic, 9:15am Grades Posted to Edline 5-8 Italian Dinner/Talent Show Sunday, 1/27 Catholic Schools Week Begins OLMC Open House, 1-3pm Monday, 1/28 100 Can Challenge begins Parent Day at OLMC Tuesday, 1/29 Parish Day and Blue Ribbon Day Rosary, 8:15am Wednesday, 1/30 Student Day Thursday, 1/31 100th Day of School Teacher Day Discussion Group with Sr. Maria Joseph, 9:30am Friday, 2/1 All School Mass, 8:15am First Friday Adoration Volunteer Reception, 9:15am Early Dismissal, 12pm |
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Bingo Schedule
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Next Upcoming Bingo Night:
Monday, January 14, 2013
Families Scheduled
Floor Duty:
Branche, Anne
Domzal, Karen
Madrigal, Paul
Murawski, Mike
Rosa, Jesus
Sikes, Kirsten
Stanley, Kelly
Wojtas, Christy
Wojtas, John
Zimmerman, Kim
Kitchen Duty:
Baddar, Lauren
Ryan, Patrick
Tanko, Daron
Floor Captain:
Wojtas, John
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 the past few Mondays. 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
Winter Schedule
Dec. 29-Feb. 4. Hallare family
Please pick the statue up no earlier than Tuesday and return by Monday. May God bless your time with Our Lady and may she 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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Tax Receipts Available!
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Parents, if you are in need of a tax receipt for OLMC before school care, or preschool, please contact Joyce Kiser in the Business Office.
Joyce can be reached at 757-596-2754 or at
business.office@olmcschool.com
If you need a tax receipt from the YMCA for after school care, please contact the
YMCA directly.
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Brenda's Blessings Child Care
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Paramount Goal:
To provide a safe, healthy, happy and educational surroundings in which
children can grow.
- Story Time
- Arts and Crafts
- Outdoor Play
- USDA Meals and Snacks
- Individualized Care
- Licensed
$140/week - Full time care
Monday-Friday 7am-5:30pm
2 slots are available!
For more information, please contact OLMC Parishioner Brenda Beggs at 757-369-0552.
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Parents Helping Parents
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OLMC School
Prayer Chain
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Please send in your prayer intentions so we may all pray together. Email intentions to rita.smith257@yahoo.com Email if you would like to receive lists of intentions to pray for. Come pray the Rosary together every Tuesday 8:15 a.m. Daily Mass Chapel
For where two or three are gathered in my name, I am there in their midst. Matt 18:20
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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:
January 12th
Father/Daughter &
Mother/Son Dance
Sponsored by the Knights of Columbus and the Catholic Daughters of the Americas. Dance the night away from 6-10pm in St. Michael Hall. Tickets are $5/person in advance and $7.50/person at the door. Dinner and entertainment are included! For ticket information, please contact Christina Reid.
February 1st & 2nd
The Senior and Junior Youth Group will be cleaning and painting the youth room. All members and parents are invited to attend!
February 8th
PORT Help
All Junior Youth Group members, along with their parents, are invited to assist with serving food for PORT. This service project will replace the Feb. 6th JYG meeting.
*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.
Upcoming Classes:
Stress and the Family
Thursday, January 10th
6:30-8:30pm
Helping Young Children
Manage Emotions
Wednesday, January 16th
6:30-8:30pm
Positive Discipline
Wednesday, January 30th
6:30-8:30pm
For locations, please call
757-668-9304
For a complete list of classes, or to register online
please visit:
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Parenting Classes Offered by:
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for Parents
This program is for parents of children ages birth to 5 years, and teaches highly effective parenting techniques and the skills needed to enhance the quality of family life.
Mondays, Jan 14th-Feb 18th
6:00-8:00pm
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
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Crusader Connection
Are you a new family this year? Or are you looking to know more about the happenings at OLMC?
You are invited to read our monthly newsletter "Crusader Connection" to learn the ins and outs of OLMC. If you would like to be on our distribution list, please email Christine Dugan at
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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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For the latest pictures, postings, events and updates, join us on Facebook!
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Voted the Best Private School in Hampton Roads!
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From the Principal's Desk
Dear Parents, Guardians, and Friends of OLMC School, Happy Epiphany! This most recent feast day has to be my favorite one on the Church calendar! This is the revelation of the Light that has come into the world, and which is for all people. How magnificent that these wise kings, using their learning - the science of the day - went in search of the kingly Child. Learning today is often turned in on itself and exalts the intellect rather than seeking the fulfillment of the intellect, Truth itself. The true wisdom of these wise men is not the level of intellectual prowess they achieved, which was significant in their day - they masterfully interpreted the meaning of the night sky with all its historical significance for the world. Their true wisdom lay in seeking the Truth, incarnate in a little Baby, who transcends all that is revealed in creation or in prophecy.
The sources for meditation in this scriptural story are rich and myriad: the star, the cold nights, the plodding camels, the journey, the identity of these men and their backgrounds and their purpose for setting out, their encounter with Herod contrasted with their encounter with Jesus - what rich sources for the imagination and prayerful meditation. These men had at their disposal the revelation of creation - the study of the night sky so familiar to those ancient cultures where light pollution never interfered with the diamond spotted heavens. By their formulas and hypotheses, based on years of experience and study, and in response to the longing that yet urged their hearts, they set out on a journey toward Judea. See what a gift this ability to reason, to use science and revelation of creation, is. When rightly used, it brings us nearer to God rather than separating us from Him. Science, opened to the transcendence of God and of the faith, unlocks the world for mankind.
In this story of the Epiphany, faith and reason are rightly ordered toward one another, enabling the wise men to encounter God. In this feast day, we see the blueprint for a true education, and one that we try to provide at OLMC School. Through the development of reason, science, and the mind (the wise men were the greatest scholars of their day), and openness to Him who transcends the world, our children are poised to encounter God, for their lives to be transformed by this encounter, and ready to bring His Light to a world beset by darkness. May we always encourage our children in this way!
With prayers for your families, Sister Dominic __________________________________________
CARPOOL: Tuesdays afternoon carpool was EXCELLENT! Thank you for NOT parking in the lot after 2:45 so that all cars can pull directly into the carpool lines. We finished carpool in under 9 minutes - it's very efficient. Thank you for following procedures. BINGO: There have been several weeks where the scheduled volunteers from the school were sparse, although the schedule is posted on the OLW weekly, emails are sent to individual homes, and the full schedule is posted online. As indicated in the letters of last spring and in the contract, missing a bingo night results in a fee which covers the charitable donation of the knights to OLMC School. Those who have not been signed in will receive an invoice/letter. As this year is a trial year, on the invoice there will also be an option for you to forego payment if you are able to work on a different night between now and the end of summer. REGISTRATION: We are now reregistering current families for the 2013-14 school year. Registration is $130. To encourage you to register before the open house, so that we can guarantee your seat prior to opening seats to new families, we are offering a $50 discount on registration so that it would cost $80 to register. This lasts only through Friday January 25th since the open house is at the end of the month. We are pleased to offer a few out of uniform opportunities to our students as follows: - The National Junior Honor Society has been sponsoring events to raise money for a school affected by Hurricane Sandy. They have raised just over $100 through the sale of Snowman Grams and are now offering an out of uniform opportunity (suggested $1.00 donation) for Thursday, January 10th. They deliberately chose an exam day to help the MS students relax toward the end of their exams.
- Catholic Schools Week is coming at the end of the month! As in the past, students who attend IN MASS DAY UNIFORM OLMC on Saturday evening or any Mass on Sunday the weekend of January 26-27 can receive an out of uniform pass in the commons area after Mass. Thank you for showing OLMC School pride by wearing the uniform and sharing with other parishioners how much you love the school. The pass can be used one day the following week at the student's discretion (not on a Mass day).
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OLMC Sport Stacks Team Helped Set a World Record!
The OLMC Sport Stacks Club participated in the 2012 WSSA (World Sport Stacking Association) Stack Up on November 15, 2012. They helped to set a new Guinness World Record mark in sport stacking for "Most People Sport Stacking at Multiple Locations in One Day" and were among the 483,658 stackers! Congratulations Sport Stacks Team! We are very proud of you!
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January 27th, from 1-3pm
In honor of Catholic School's Week, OLMC will kick off the week long celebration by hosting an Open House. We invite you to tell your friends and neighbors about Our Lady of Mount Carmel School and come see why we were voted the Best Private School in Hampton Roads! This distinct honor was given to our school for high academic standards, and the all-inclusive ways that the school provides a positive and nurturing environment where students are enriched spiritually, socially, emotionally and physically.
Our Lady of Mount Carmel School, a National Blue Ribbon School, offers a warm and encouraging environment where all students are given the opportunity to become strong moral leaders, recognize and use their God-given gifts and reach their highest potential.
Current families are also invited to join us for an informational afternoon and a glimpse into the faith, academics and life at OLMC! There is a spirit that dwells within the school and we invite all to come experience it for yourself!
Reservations are suggested, but not required.
For more information or to schedule a personal tour, please call 757-596-2754.
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Thank you for your support with the voting for the Top Teacher Contest! The February edition of Hampton Roads Magazine will highlight education and the top teachers across Hampton Roads. The results are very favorable for OLMC and will be published February 1st! Please be sure to visit their website or pick up a copy! The results will also be announced in the OLW!
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Registration for the 2013-2014 School Year
Re-registration applications will come home with your child(ren) this week. The application fee is $130, with a $50 discount offered for those families who re-register early. This year's early re-registration deadline is January 25th, just prior to our Open House and new family registrations. After January 25th, the re-registration fee cannot be discounted, and all available seats are offered to new families. Please ensure your child's spot for next year by sending in the registration early.
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Recycle Your Greeting Cards for St. Jude's Ranch
As you start to clean up from the holidays, please don't throw away your used greeting cards! Fourth Grader and Junior Girl Scout, Paige Sondgeroth, is collecting used greeting cards to send to St. Jude's Ranch, an organization that helps abused, abandoned and neglected children. As part of her Junior Journey award, Paige is organizing this community service project to benefit St. Jude's Ranch Recycled Card Program. Volunteers and children at St. Jude's Ranch take the used greeting cards, remove the pretty front of the card and attach it to a new back. They sell the new cards, birthday cards, thank you cards, ect. Please be sure to send the entire card, not just the front. Not only will you be recycling, but also benefiting children whose parents can't take care of them. Please send in your used cards to the attention of Paige Sondgeroth in 4B.
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The 21st Century Catholic
Are you trying to strengthen your understanding and practice of your faith? Do you want to deepen your friendship with God and more comletely embrace the universal call to holiness? Are you interested in discovering aids to living fully a life of faith? The 21st Century Catholic-a study and discussion group, led by Sister Maria Joseph, will explore many such topics in weekly meetings beginning on Thursday, January 10th from 9:30-10:30am in the Commons Meeting Space. For more information, or to suggest a topic, please contact Sister Maria Joseph at 757-596-2754, ext. 242 or at
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We will host our annual Talent Show
on January 25, 2013!
Auditions will be held: January 11th-Lower School (PreK-5th)
Performers of all ages are welcome to join the fun. We are looking for singers, dancers, musical performances, cup stacking demonstrations, magicians and more!
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 Complete information about the auction, donor forms, and ideas for donations are now available on Edline. Please click on the link below and log into Edline. You will find the information on the homepage under News and Information for "Puttin' on the Ritz" Auction Information
If you have questions, please contact
Tammy (757-593-3621) or
Julie (757-876-7209).
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We have the BEST Parents!
The last give back rewards contest brought in:
Box Tops: $1,1156.90
Campbell's Labels: 8,088 points
Coke Rewards: 4,776 points
Farm Fresh: 14,000 points
Tyson Rewards: A few were collected
Please be sure to link your Harris Teeter card! Even if you don't shop there often,
every little bit helps!
Upcoming Contest!
Please start saving your Boxtops, Campbell's labels, Tyson labels, Coke Rewards and Farm Fresh receipts! The next contest will be held during Catholic Schools week! More information to follow in a future OLW.
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Open House
at Aviation Academy
Thursday, January 10, 2013 from 6-8pm
The Administration, Teachers and Staff of Aviation Academy invites you to their annual Open House. Come see first hand what Aviation Academy has to offer students in grades 9-12. The program includes: math, science, English, world geography, world history, pilot, air traffic control, electronics, AMT, CISCO, A+ and Intro to Engineering.
Located at 902 B Bland Blvd
For more information please contact Dr. Aaron Smith at 757-886-2745 ext. 19520 or at
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2013 Summer Enrichment Program
The University of Virginia Curry School of Education is presenting an exciting opportunity for gifted and high-ability students currently in grades 4-10! The camp is a 12 day residential experience. Students live on groups at UVA and attend classes at a nearby private school.
2013 Program Dates:
Session 1:
June 16-June 27
Session 2:
June 30-July 11
Session 3:
July 14-July 25
For this year's course descriptions, an online application and more information, please visit:
http://curry.virginia.edu/sep
Applications are due February 15th, 2013.
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Knights of Columbus
Free Throw Contest
Tuesday, January 22, 2013
Boys and Girls ages 10-14 are invited to participate in a Free Throw Championship Contest at OLMC sponsored by the Knights of Columbus!
For more information and a registration form, please visit Edline and click on the link under News and Information on the home page.
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OLMC School
Used Book Sale!
January 22nd-January 25th
Donations Needed!
Calling for all gently used books, puzzles and games for our annual used book sale in January. Please drop off any donations to the library or in the front lobby of the school.
Volunteers are needed! Please contact Mrs. Bochel at 757-874-6238 or at jbandmb_bochel@msn.com
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Catholic School's Week
January 27th-February 2nd
Explanation of the Theme
Our Lady of Mount Carmel School will celebrate Catholic Schools Week at the end of this month. This year's National celebration will affirm the theme "Catholic Schools Raise the Standards." The premise supports the recent launch of the national standards and benchmarks for effective Catholic schools, while ensuring high academic standards and promoting Catholic identity. This year's theme celebrates the constant attention Catholic educators pay to increasing the learning and growth in faith of all students. The logo represents a progressive growth in achievements and ultimately culminates with a cross, signifying the incredible faith which is the basis of Catholic education.
Our Lady of Mount Carmel School is looking forward to this lively week long celebration! Our test scores well above the national average, distinct honor of the National Blue Ribbon, outstanding professional educators, and most recent award for the Best Private School in Hampton Roads are all reasons to celebrate how OLMC is working to "raise the standards". Parents, Parishioners, Alumni and Friends of OLMC are invited to join us for Catholic School's Week. Details outlining the week long celebration
will follow in a future OLW.
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