Dear Families and Friends of OLQP,
During Catholic Schools Week, Catholic schools and those who support them will celebrate across this country. People who have not experienced what it means to be part of this faith community wonder about what makes us different. What convinces families to make the financial sacrifice and time commitment that is required? Some reasons people choose OLQP are:
- The Catholic philosophy of education is one of partnership with parents recognizing parents as their children's primary educators.
- The school's commitment to authentically share the Catholic faith in prayer, sacrament, and service.
- At OLQP, students are encouraged to be their personal best through daily classes, athletics, and enrichment programs.
- The dedication of teachers to work with students to help them grow in faith and knowledge while respecting where they are as individuals on the continuum of learning and life.
- The structure and high standards that help children reach their personal best.
- The many opportunities provided to allow students to develop leadership skills.
- The community that is built through working together and praying together for a common good.
- The strong sense of family and belonging.
At morning prayer this week, students were reminded that each of them is a "unique and unrepeatable gift of God." At our school, we value each student as part of this family. Working together, OLQP and families can achieve great things for our students, the community, and beyond. Thank you for choosing OLQP and being part of this mission and ministry.
Ad Majorem Dei Gloriam,
Mrs. Marianne Mechura, M.Ed.
Principal
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Counting our Blessings...
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Richwood Police Department
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Teachers and staff who put in long hours and work tirelessly because they CARE.
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Home and School officers and volunteers who are "hands on" and working to build community within the school.
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All the families who took advantage of early registration!
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John Eric James, Eagle Scout, for the superior job he did outfitting the book room with new shelving.
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The James family and Mr. Latta for the supporting
John Eric James's Eagle Scout project here at OLQP.
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OLQP Shining Stars
Congratulations to John Newton - National Geographic Bee Winner!
2nd Nine Weeks
A Honor Roll
2nd Grade
Lily Carpenter, Noah Ernst, Julian Gamino, Nicholas Guerra, Emilie Meiller, Peter Nguyen, Macy Pretz
3rd Grade
Aryahi Kadiyala, Audrey Mulholland, Benjamin Pottratz, Mason Whittington
4th Grade
Summer Averill, Reina Gamino, Colby Pretz
5th Grade
Julia Duran, Luke Pottratz
6th Grade
Brooke Drangmeister, Kiki Fernandez, Nathan Hulvey, Emily LaPointe, Olivia Mulholland, John Newton, Audrey Sutherland
7th Grade
Lucy Berger, Cristian Finley, Allison Futschik, Alexa Madenjian, Brittany Mai, Lindsey Matula, Sophia Nguyen, Maggie Orscheln, Tessie Thomas
8th Grade
Sergio Buentello, Myles de Valcourt, Daniel Duran, Kaitlyn Futschik, Michael Nguyen,
Lorena Rojas Fernandez, Misha Sebesta, Sophia Sutherland, Sam Whitmarsh
2nd Nine Weeks A/B Honor Roll
2nd Grade
Benjamin Albarran, Peyton Bundick, Karson Donovan, Garreth Faltisek, Ava Gamino, Ava Lendennie
Logan Mathias, Sydney Miska, Corinne Mulholland, Savannah Ortega, Peyton Rodriguez
3rd Grade
Lawren Berger, Craig Hightower, Brady James, Ryan Martinez, Emory Rowe, Zoe Yates
4th Grade
Avery Buentello, Luke Futschik,
Addyson Gregoire,
Michaela Gutermuth, Abigail MacDonald,
Penelope Mulholland
5th Grade
Gregory Bonnen, Morgan Buchta, Hannah Nguyen, Julie Vandergrifft, Caleb Warren
6th Grade
Sabra Averill, Isabella Buentello, Andres Jimenez, Alejandro Lopez, Marissa Martinez, Tyde Miller
7th Grade
Jackson Bonnen, Enrique Buentello, Jude Calhoun, Greyson Cammarn, Ben Latta, Michael Martinez, Ella Mulholland, Kim Pham, Saylor Sherrodd, Jack Yates
8th Grade
Colton Coughlin, Tyler Coughlin, Kalen Donovan, Matthew Hightower, Andrew Maxwell, Aedan Meagher
Blake Moss, Alex Nguyen
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Did You Know?
Is That a Siren I Heard?
On Wed., Jan. 25, Principal Mechura was getting ready to go into car line for morning drop off. As she put the "panic button" on her key lanyard, she noticed a red light. "Hmmmmm....what does that mean? Maybe the battery is low..." You may have noticed Richwood Police in the parking lot. The response time was almost immediate. It seems that the panic button is very sensitive.
OLQP works closely with Richwood Police Department. There are three panic buttons on campus. The officers know the campus, visit, work with students teaching the RAP program, and are available to consult on concerns that arise. During Catholic Schools Week, the OLQP community will be showing appreciation to our local law enforcement by bringing thank you notes, St. Michael's medals, cookies made by NJHS and STUCO students, and prayers. We appreciate our partnership with Richwood PD!
Mardi Gras Gala
In the recent past, the school has had a spring event to bring families and supporters together for a good cause. This year, the concept is changing to a winter event - The Mardi Gras Gala. This dinner, dance, auction is an adult event that promises good food, good music, and good company. Please join us. For more information, contact
Kim Wilson.
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News You Can Use...
Open House for Prospective Families
You, yes,
you, can help us grow our school. OLQP families and friends will be speaking at Masses on Sunday, Jan. 29. Tables will be set up in the parish halls. Invite your friends to come to the Open House, on campus, Sunday, Jan. 29, from 2-4. Teachers, parents, Home and School reps, Board of Trustees members will be on campus to answer questions and give tours. An invitation may be all the encouragement someone needs. Thank you!
Open House for Families: Visit Your Child's Class!
On Thursday, Feb. 2, during Catholic Schools Week, you are invited to visit your child's class. Please contact
Lisa Santos or
[email protected] if you plan to attend. The times are staggered so please follow the schedule as follows:
PreK - 8:30
K-5 - 10:00
6-8 - 2:00
We are looking forward to seeing you!
Knights of Columbus Free Throw Contest
The first qualifying event for the Knights of Columbus Free Throw Contest is here at OLQP on Sunday, Jan. 29th (right after the Open House! Just stay and shoot some baskets...) The contest is open to students ages 9 - 14. For more information, please click
here.
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Counselor's Corner
Please click
here and
here to read the January Newsletters from OLQP School Counselor, Kimberly Lewis-Davis.
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January 29
Prospective Family Open House 2pm-4pm
January 29-February 4
Catholic Schools Week
January 30
Brazoria County Science Fair Registrations Due
February 1
Wayside Pub Night
5pm-9pm
February 2
OLQP T-shirt/Jeans Day
OLQP Open House
February 3
Children's Mass 10am
Early Dismissal Day
PreK - 12:45pm
K-8th: 1:00pm
Brisket Fundraiser
1pm-2pm
February 6
OLQP Science Fair Projects Due
February 7-10
5th grade to Camp Kappe
February 7
OLQP Science Fair
February 10
Children's Mass 10am
Jr. High Dance 7pm
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