Weekly Happenings- December 20, 2019
Merry Christmas from COHS!
From Mr. DeFruscio & Mrs. Vice
Dear Cardinal O'Hara Family,

Although it feels like Thanksgiving was just last week, here we are beginning Christmas Break! We are immensely grateful for the support and commitment to Catholic education from our parents and community. If you have been following us on social media or were able to join us at O'Hara Family Christmas or our Fine Arts Holiday Concert, you likely felt the deep sense of joy and wonder alive in the hearts of our student body. What a gift they are to us!

The entire administration, faculty and staff of Cardinal O'Hara High School want to wish all of our Lions a Most Blessed Christmas. We hope 2020 brings health, peace, and happiness to all. 

God Bless,

President DeFruscio and Principal Vice
Thank you for coming to O'Hara Family Christmas!
Administrative Offices
Tutoring:
If you would like a member of the National Honor Society to provide tutoring in a subject, please complete this form:
Tri-M Music Society Caroling
Members of our Tri-M Music Honor Society organized a caroling visit to Don Guanella's residents this past Wednesday to coincide with their Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony. A cold, but fun night, spreading Christmas cheer!
Use Amazon Smile When You Shop
This holiday season, give the gift that keeps on giving and shop Amazon Smile. A percentage of qualifying purchases is donated to O'Hara when you click the link:  smile.amazon.com    
Candy Sales- Help Needed!
From the Finance Office
Merry Christmas, Happy Holidays and Happy New Year! I am truly blessed to work with all of you throughout the year:)

All parents:  During this Christmas and holiday season, I know it is easy to get behind on payments. Please check your FACTS account and make payment  ASAP  if you are past due either this week or by the beginning of January. Otherwise, I will follow up with you in mid-January before the first semester ends. Please contact me with any specific issues. Accounts will need to be current by  1/15/2020 .

Financial aid applications for 2020-2021 can be found by signing into your FACTS account on the FACTS Management website. You will need to complete an online application, submit a $30 fee and upload your  2018 taxes  in order to qualify for financial aid and grants during the 2020 - 2021 school year. FACTS will no longer accept faxed or mailed tax returns.

You can visit the FACTS website at  www.online.factsmgt.com/aid .

Contact Denise Lynn Todd in the Finance Office with any questions or for assistance in uploading your tax returns or completing the online form.

You MUST submit a financial aid application  each  year in order to receive financial aid or grants.

All Families:  If any family is interested in hosting an international student when he or she attends O'Hara, please contact Denise Lynn Todd in the Finance Office for more information.

Senior parents:  Transcripts can only be sent by the Guidance Office if your FACTS account is up to date. Please check your FACTS account each month to prevent any delays in your child's college application process. 
Quick Links
Have you downloaded our app?
In an effort to increase communication, we are excited to share the launching of our new app. This app includes any important announcements and updates as well as the school calendar. The calendar includes all school events and academic schedules. It will also send you alerts if you enable notifications. The app is still in the early stages, but it is an extremely useful tool for students and parents.

Here are the steps to download the app:

  1. Go to the app store or play store depending on your device.
  2. Search for "School News by Edlio."
  3. Download the app.
  4. Once downloaded, open the app and it will prompt you to search for you school. Type in "Cardinal O'Hara High School." (It should pop up after a few letters)
  5. Once you are in the app, if you click on "alerts" you will be prompted if you would like to enable notifications.
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