There is always something to look forward to at Our Lady Queen of Peace Catholic School. Where else can you go to enjoy a "Star Party" one evening followed up by a rousing soccer game, and then attend volleyball games that keep you on the edge of your seat the entire time? In the midst of all the wonderful extra-curricular activities, students and teachers are working diligently to accomplish curricular goals and objectives. This year, in concert with the Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston, a stronger emphasis is being given to writing using a research-based approach. Teachers attended in-service in June at Strake Jesuit in Houston. They worked in grade level and content area groups to analyze standards and objectives and develop instructional strategies. During the summer workshop, teachers were able to share with colleagues from across the archdiocese. They will come together again on October 9, to continue the project.  Students will be doing more writing across the curriculum and writing to think. Our students are the beneficiaries of this exciting work!

               At OLQP, serving the community is another constant theme. Students and families have opportunities throughout the school year to be "the hands of Christ" for our neighbors. Different classes assume the leadership role for these various projects. The food drive honoring Sr. Antoinette and Blessed Mother's birthday is in progress. We are also having a newspaper drive to benefit the SPCA.  Please send your items to school with your children. For your convenience, we will have bins in carline to collect your newspapers during drop-off next week.

               Thank you for being part of the mission and ministry of Our Lady Queen of Peace Catholic School.