Dear Families and Friends of OLQP:
Do you remember your childhood days when using your imagination could turn play time into an unforgettable adventure? Learning theorist Lev Vygotsky said, "...imagination, as the basis of all creative activity, is an important component of absolutely all aspects of cultural life, enabling artistic, scientific, and technical creation alike." Creative play is fueled by imagination. OLQP students were seen on campus "riding horses" across the playground, sitting around the "campfire", exploring the learning garden with "binoculars," and more. Engineering, literacy, and expressive language were inspired by the creation of leprechaun traps. Students are building models of the early missions in Texas as they conceptualize what it must have been like based on what they have learned. In middle school, students used their imaginations to gain a deeper understanding of poetry. There is no telling what you will walk into at OLQP. When students use their imaginations, anything is possible.
At morning prayer, students are reminded that Lent is a journey. After the King Cake and ashes, the real work begins. The spiritual exercises of "giving up" and "doing more" are planned. Students were challenged to do something thoughtful for their parents- a kind gesture or helpful service. Another exercise is to take time for an examination of conscience. Based on the Ten Commandments, reflection questions are being shared at morning prayer. The message is that we can all grow closer to God by understanding His will and owning that which is keeping us from Him. In our Catholic Faith, we have the great gift of Reconciliation where we find both forgiveness and strength.
"Instilling knowledge and Inspiring Faith" and everything it implies, is what we are all about. Thank you for being part of the mission and ministry of Our Lady Queen of Peace Catholic School.
Ad Majorem Dei Gloriam,
Mrs. Marianne Mechura, M.Ed.
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Counting Our Blessings...
╈ Thanks to TJ's Automotive and the Miska family for sponsoring "Birds of Prey" program.
╈ Special thanks to all who made the trip to Austin a success for Catholic Advocacy Day and the OLQP Select Choir: Leila Mulholland, Cindy Rodriguez, Tim Keefe, Matt Pretz, Gina and Rob Aaron, Nelda and Sam Ortega, Albert Esquivel, Maria Ruvalcaba, Paul Gamino, Jeremy Miska, Lisa and Matt Jones
╈ Eveline Nachtegaele for sharing her time and talent with Select Choir
╈ Guest accompanist, Mary Phillips
╈ The Bonnen family for hospitality and support as the Select Choir visited and toured the capitol
╈ Fr. Victor and parishioners from Most Holy Trinity
╈ Robotics chaperone: Stephanie Warren
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OLQP Shining Stars
Every day, OLQP students provide service to our school community. We appreciate these "shining stars":
Flag Duty- 1st/2nd Nine Weeks: Ryan Martinez, Brady James, Audrey Mulholland, Gianna Owen, 3rd/4th Nine Weeks: Ryan Martinez, Aryahi Kadiyala, Marisa Aaron, and Emma Jones
Morning greeters: Maggie Atherton, Kathryn Nielsen, Antayveon Alston, Jaxon Escalante, Madi Golder, Aiden Robotham, Katelyn Zielke, Crew Rhode, and Jaxon Rice
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Did You Know?
The OLQP Board of Trustees is looking for a few, good people with service oriented hearts to join the OLQP Board of Trustees. OLQP has been serving Catholic families in Southern Brazoria County for over 30 years. The BOT is an important part of the school's success. Responsible for the fiduciary integrity of the school, policy making, and hiring the principal, the BOT helps ensure the schools viability and future security and direction. The BOT is hosting discernment meetings to provide a "meet and greet" in order to answer any questions an interested person may have. Please pray about serving or consider asking someone you know who has a love for Catholic education and a willingness to serve.
Thank you for your consideration. Click
here for more information.
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Mark your Calendars:
March 29
Children's Mass 10am
April 1
OLQP T-shirt/Jeans Day
April 1-12
Iowa Testing
April 4
Report Cards Go Home
April 5
Children's Mass 10am
April 12
Living Stations of the Cross 8am
Children's Mass 10am
April 15-17
Athletic Pictures
April 16
OLQP Town Hall 6:30pm-7:30pm
April 18
Holy Thursday
Early Dismissal
April 19
Good Friday
No School
April 21
Easter Sunday
April 22
Easter Monday
No School
April 26
Children's Mass 10am
April 27
Jr. High Spring Play
6pm
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