NEWSLETTER
January 23, 2018

  Monday 1/29: Celebrating our Families and our Community
A central aspect of Catholic education is learning the importance of service to others. Our students demonstrate the values and faith they gain through their Catholic education and learn how to make the world a better place. Student Council is hosting a food drive; students may wear sweats!

Suggested Donations:

K - crackers 5th grade - tuna or canned meat
1st grade - rice 6th grade - pasta
2nd grade - beans 7th grade - peanut butter
3rd grade - breakfast cereal 8th grade - jelly
4th grade - mac & cheese

 
Tuesday 1/30: Celebrating our Grandparents
Parents, grandparents, and other family members play a vital role in Catholic education. Not only do they volunteer at our school, they instill values and expectations for academic excellence in their children at home. We acknowledge the role of families in Catholic education and celebrate their contributions to the success of our school. Students will be attending the Grandparent Mass at 10 A.M.   Please send in RSVP's by Thursday so we could order donuts!!
 

Wednesday 1/31: Celebrating our Nation
Today Catholic school supporters communicate the value of Catholic education to government leaders. They share information with leaders on the significant contributions Catholic schools make to the nation and their role in preparing students to be good citizens. We pray for our nation and recognize all those who serve it.  The OLPH choir and 8th grade NJHS students will attend a diocesan  Mass at SS. Simon & Jude Cathedral and attend a rally at the state capitol.

 
Thursday 2/1: Celebrating our Faculty and Staff
The backbone of Catholic schools, our teachers and staff, are honored on Thursday. On this day we thank all of them for their hard work and dedication to our school. Lunch is provided for all staff members and they get a free jeans day! 

 
Friday 2/2: Celebrating our Parents and Students
By focusing on knowledge, love, and service, our school prepares children to use their God-given talents to the fullest. We celebrate our students and at the same time encourage them to reflect on the benefits of Catholic education and how this foundation will help them throughout their lives. We celebrate our parents in thanksgiving for their gift to us of partnering in their child's education. Students get a free dress day!   Parents are invited for morning coffee at 8 A.M. in Rhoady Lee at drop-off.  See you there!


IMPORTANT REMINDER

School Tuition Organization Information Night on Wednesday, January  24th in the OLPH Gym from 5:30 - 7:00 P.M. STO representatives will be present to answer questions and help you to navigate the application/donation process. Take the time to make the time to attend this inaugural financial aid event.  


EXCEPTIONAL LEARNERS PARENT GROUP WINTER GATHERING - JANUARY 27th

The Exceptional Learners Advisory Board invites you and your family to the Exceptional Learners Parent Group Winter Gathering:
Mass, Breakfast, and Program featuring "Journey of the Exceptional Family"
Sponsored by Bourgade Catholic and the Catholic Schools Office of the Diocese of Phoenix.


... for the Connell family as they mourn the loss of Griffin, brother to Cameron  (4A), Maggie (3A), Courtney & Kate, (KA) *

We shared this message with the school children this morning:

"I have some sad news to share with you this morning.  Many of you know the Connell family here at OLPH - Cameron in 4th grade, Maggie in 3rd grade, Kate and Coutney in Kindergarten.  And many of you have prayed for their brother Griffin over the years through his many surgeries.  Early this morning, Griffin made his final journey to heaven.  He passed away with his mom, dad, and grandpa by his side.  Today we want to keep Griffin and the whole Connell family in our prayers." 

... for comfort for the Connors family as they mourn the loss of Patrick Connors,   Mrs. Connor's husband and Trey  Stewart's grandpa

... for peace and comfort for Mrs. Saller & her family

...  for Dr. Robert Nicoletti, Papa of Joseph Pierse, for continued healing


AFTER-SCHOOL ACTIVITY MEETING DAYS
 
Young Rembrandts and Chess on Wednesday's

Bricks 4 Kidz and Twinkle Toes on Friday's


CALENDAR

January 23
Mom's Club Happy Hour 6 pm
Culinary Dropout at the Yard

January 24
STO Night
Important Meeting on how to make  Catholic Education more affordable
5:30-7 P.M. in the Gym

January 28 Catholic Schools Week begins
February 2
Celebrating Our Parents!
Join us for Coffee at drop-off, in Rhoady Lee.

February 13 School will not attend Mass at 8:30 
February 14 Ash Wednesday, Mass at 10 A.M.
February 15  Trimester ends
March 17 SPRINGFEST







GIRLS HAVE IT DAY

Celebrating 10 years of exciting, engaging and empowering girls in Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math! 

Over 90% of the girls who attend report they are inspired to work harder in school as a result of attending Girls Have IT Day

The date is Friday, March 16, 2018 from 1 to 4 PM.  
All girls must be pre-registered and accompanied by a responsible adult.
 
Visit www.ghitday.org for more information.

Our Lady of Perpetual Help  Catholic School   

3801 N Miller Rd |  Scottsdale, AZ  85251  | 4 80-874-3720 | www.olphaz.org

Knowledge ~ Love ~ Service