NEWSLETTER
September 5, 2017

STUDENT COUNCIL OTTER POP SALE 

Our hearts and prayers are joined in prayer with other Catholic schools and all those affected by Hurricane Harvey. 

The National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA) has launched a campaign asking every Catholic school family around the country to contribute at least $1 per student to help Catholic schools impacted by the storm to rebuild, reopen and re-enroll students. 

"Student to Student: A Catholic School Response to Hurricane Harvey" is a powerful opportunity to engage students in living the Gospel message of compassionate service and generosity to others.

Through this initiative, NCEA is asking for contributions from students and families enrolled in all Catholic schools to assist their peers.

NCEA will distribute 100% of the funds collected to dioceses in the affected areas for their Catholic schools in vital need of support due to the impact of Hurricane Harvey.

As a thank you for your donation Student Council is offering Otter Pops on Wednesday at lunch.  Please send your child with $1 either this Wednesday, September 6th or next Wednesday, September 13th.

Thank you for your support.

BLESSING OF THE ATHLETES
 
ANNOUNCEMENT FOR FALL SPORTS TEAMS:
 
All athletes should come dressed in their  team uniforms  for the Blessing of Athletes at the 10:30 am Mass on Sunday September 10th.

Athletes of all ages are invited to come dressed in their uniforms for this blessing. Adult athletes, club team athletes, high school athletes, as well as OLPH Celtics are welcome.

UNIFORM REMINDERS

Uniforms are to be laundered, maintained and worn as they are designed to be worn: skirts and shorts not rolled, green or white uniform shirts tucked in and not folded under, shirt sleeves not rolled up or under. 

The administration reserves the right to exercise discretion in determining appropriate dress and grooming. 

Socks must be solid black or white, without logos, and visible above the shoes. Navy footed tights are allowed in cooler weather. Leggings are not permitted.

Athletic shoes with tie or Velcro closure must by worn daily. Shoes must be primarily white or black with black or white soles only and laces matching the color of the shoe. No slip-on shoes, sneakers with wheels, or shoes that light up are allowed.

Not permitted:  makeup, colored lip-gloss, nail polish, temporary or permanent tattoos.

Girls:
Hair must be neat and clean and conservatively styled. Headbands and hair accessories should be functional and should not be a distraction to the learning environment. Hair coloring, bleaching, highlighting, tinting, or excessive ornamentation is not allowed.

Only one pair of post earrings is allowed; no cartilage piercing. One small necklace with a cross or religious medal is allowed. Girls may not wear bracelets; watches and medical bracelets are permitted.

Boys:
Hair must be neat, clean, and conservative in style, above the eyes, ears, and shirt collar. Excessive hairstyles are not allowed. Hair coloring, bleaching, highlighting, and tinting are not allowed.

One small necklace with a cross or religious medal is allowed. Watches and medical bracelets are permitted.

Not permitted:  earrings, bracelets, temporary or permanent tattoos.

PARENT VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
 
We invite you to help make this a great year for our students and our entire school community!  Click on the link below to indicate your interest in a number of volunteer areas here at the school.  

Event leads will contact you prior to the event. Thank you for your generosity in sharing your time and talent with the school.


BLUE WILLO HOT LUNCH PROGRAM

Blue Willo will be offering 
Stawberry and Mango Smoothies
 for sale at the hot lunch window on Thursday, September 7th.

Smoothies will be $3.00 each.
Pizza is also available on Thursdays for $5.
 

The September menu is posted; 
please remember to order before noon on Saturdays.

The school code is OLPH7.




SCRIP HOURS
 
Tuesday and Friday
7:45 - 10 am
 
Thursday
1:45 - 3:15 pm


Scrip orders can also be dropped off in the front office, to be filled at the next scheduled Scrip day and time noted above.



OLPH MOMS CLUB!

Come on out and make new friends at the first event of the brand new OLPH Moms Club!

This group aims to bring together moms from the school and parish through a number of fun, engaging events: (all in the evening) so you can leave the kiddos with Dad!

Let's get to know each other in a fun, relaxed environment. All are welcome!

"Speed Friending"- 8 pm Tuesday, September 12

Postino Highland 4821 N. Scottsdale Road

Ask for the OLPH Moms Club when you arrive! 

The special on Tuesday nights includes a bottle of wine and a plate of bruschetta for $20.

RSVP to Jody Steele: [email protected] or Mary Cannon: [email protected] for a table head count.



... for Sean McGuire, that his health improves enough to receive a lung transplant

... for Paul Pershinsky - Grandfather of Anthony Trevino (3A) and Father of Tricia Trevino, as he continues to deal with health issues

... for safety and success for a mission trip to renovate housing for 200 orphans in Romania

... for Katerina Mack-Oteyza, for a successful surgery on 8/29/17

... Mickey Bates, great aunt of Kaitlyn, Peyton, & Alex Matura (7B) and Tess (4A); for healing and a successful recovery from heart surgery due to a heart attack

... for a special intention for Gardenia Johansen

... for continued healing for Griffin Connell

... for all of our students and families

... for our teachers as they return to school

Email prayer requests to  [email protected]  or   [email protected]

CALENDAR

September 6th
ITBS Testing Begins
September 7th
Auditions for Seussical
September 12th
Papa John's Night, more information to follow
September 13th
SEUSSICAL Parent Meeting in Maguire Hall, 7-8 P.M.
September 13th
September 25th
Picture Retakes
September 27th

SCHOOL CALENDAR



Our Lady of Perpetual Help  Catholic School   

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

Knowledge ~ Love ~ Service