OLMC School - Messages from the Mount April 13, 2022

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Messages from the Mount

A Christ-centered community,

provides excellence in education

to meet the needs of the whole child.

April 13, 2022

School Calendar

April

13 Living Stations of the Cross by 8th grade 2pm Church

14 2 hour early dismissal at 1:05pm (Holy Thursday)

15 No School - Good Friday

18 No School - Easter Monday

26-28 Spring Book Fair

28 Fine Arts Night 6-8pm (book fair will be open)

We updated the early dismissal on April 6, 2022 - 2022-2023 calendar- click here to view!

Early Dismissal Tomorrow at 1:05pm:

School will dismiss at 1:05pm tomorrow, Holy Thursday. Please be in carpool before 1:05pm.

No school Good Friday, April 15 or Easter Monday, April 18.

We wish everyone a blessed Easter weekend.

Employment Opportunities:

We are sad to see a few of our wonderful teachers not returning to OLMC next year but grateful for their dedication and care for our students! Please continue to pray for them and for our new staff members that will join us in the fall. I'd also ask that you help spread the word of our teaching openings, many times this is how we find such wonderful educators! Here is a link to our application.

Art

Computer

STEM

Jr. High Math (8A)

5th Grade ELA (5A)

4th Grade (4C)

Get Ready for ILEARN:

ILEARN is the State of Indiana’s standardized assessment that measures student achievement and growth according to Indiana Academic Standards for grades 3 – 8.

The assessments will be the weeks of April 18 – May 13.
Your child’s teacher will let you know the days/dates your child will be testing.
Attendance during these days is very important. Please make every attempt to reschedule or schedule doctor and dentist appointments around the test dates.

Here are just a few tips for a good testing day:

· Make sure students get a good night’s sleep. This is important every night!!!!

· A good morning at home makes for a good morning at school.

· Make sure your children eat a good healthy breakfast.

· Talk to your children about the test. Remind them to give their best effort. This test is important, but too much stress can be a problem also.

· Encourage your child to listen to the teacher for directions.

· Encourage your child to think positively – they can do this!!!!

· Smile and tell a funny joke – laughing is good for everyone!

Class Composites:

If you ordered a class composite from Interstate studio last fall, they are being sent home today.

If you did not order and would still like to do so, please go to: https://inter-state.com/

Trash Bag Sale:

It’s time for Spring Cleaning!!

The OLMC Sports Program is sponsoring a trash bag sale to raise funds for the sports program. Sale starts 3/30/22 and will go through 4/20/22 with pick up at the gym from 2-4pm on Tuesday, May 3 in the gym.

Each roll of bags is $13 per roll with a discount if you buy a case. Order forms (click here to print one) went home with your youngest child today so please check your child’s backpack for them. All orders will be collected on paper order forms and payment may be made via cash or check made out to OLMC Sports.

Checks/cash must accompany your order form and all order forms must be turned in by 4/20/22. Any questions, please contact Colleen Sherman at cmsherman14@yahoo.com or (630) 229-8831. We will also need volunteers to help sort and fill the orders once they arrive so watch for a Sign Up Genius.

Naf Naf Middle Eastern Grill Dining Fundraiser is Wednesday, April 20!

Our next dining fundraiser will be at Naf Naf Middle Eastern Grill (12751 N Pennsylvania St.) on Wednesday, April 20.

Stop in for a pita sandwich or customized bowl and Naf Naf will donate 20% back to our school! When placing your order online, please provide the code GIVEBACK at checkout. If you are ordering in person, please show the flyer (print or digital) at checkout. Thank you for your continued support in our dining fundraisers!

PTO Board Nominations Are Open!

We need YOU to serve on the OLMC School PTO Board next year! Joining the PTO is a great way to get involved, give back to our amazing community, and make a positive difference. Personally I have really enjoyed my time on the PTO and felt that we were able to have a positive impact in the school.

We are taking nominations for Vice-President, Assistant Treasurer, and Corresponding Secretary. Nomination forms should have come home with your youngest student. You can nominate yourself or someone else. If you need another copy of the form, click here to print now.

If you have any questions or want to find out more about any of the positions, please contact Jane Ann at jamg2395@gmail.com.

Pre-Order School Supplies for Next School Year:

We know it's hard to think about school supply shopping for next year already. We are partnering with 1st Day School Supplies again.

Get the exact supplies needed for next school year without worrying about supply chain issues or the hassle of shopping this summer.

Order now by clicking here!

GUERIN GIRLS LACROSSE:

CYO PACK THE HOUSE NIGHT!

The Guerin Catholic Girls Lacrosse team is having CYO PACK THE HOUSE Night,

Thursday, April 21.

The Golden Eagles will be taking on Carmel (@ Guerin), with JV starting at 5:30pm and the Varsity match at 7:00pm.

Join us for great match play plus games and prizes for our CYO guests!

PTO Hosting Staff Luncheon:

May 5

The PTO is looking for someone to chair or 2 people to co-chair the staff appreciation luncheon.

Help us show the teachers and staff how much they are truly appreciated with this luncheon.

Lunch will be Thursday, May 5 from 11am - 12:45pm.

Please reach out to Pto President, Amy Quinn at amyquinn27@gmail.com or text 317-832-2266 if you are interested.

Save the Date:

Fine Arts Night will be Thursday, April 28 from 6-8pm.

The Spring Book Fair will also be this week Tuesday-Thursday during school and Thursday evening during Fine Arts Night.

Artwork from each student in grades K-8 will be displayed throughout the school. All family members are welcome to come visit the school and view the artwork.

Music performances will include the band, choir and some small group/solos.

Please note that Guerin Catholic High School will be also be having parent/teacher conferences this evening. We tried to plan our evening so you may attend both events if needed.

Volunteer Opportunities at School:

Office Helpers: We still have a few opportunities to have two volunteers every Thursday making copies for teachers. You can start right after drop off and are usually done by 9:30ish. This frees up the teachers' time for important things like lesson plans! Click here to sign up for Office Helpers

Art Room Volunteers (grades 1-3):

We have lots of opportunities for parents to help in the art room for our younger grades. You DO NOT need to be an artist. You will just be there as a support to our wonderful art teacher! So if you can wash paint brushes, cut paper and just have fun we would love your help! Click here to sign up for Art Room Helpers.

Reminder that all volunteers in the school and field trip chaperones must be compliant in the Protocol Training. Please log into your Safe & Sacred account here to check your status for both the Protecting Children in the 21st Century and your background check.

Sponsorship Highlights:

*Successful youth sports organization supporting hundreds of kids in a variety of sports

*Opportunity to support local faith based athletic organization

- Catholic Values

- Reach 4,000+ families in the local area

- Attendance @ sporting events

-Inclusion on web site with unique and recurring hits

*Combine a sense of community with an economic beneﬁt.

There are different sponsorship levels starting at $250 per year, per team. Please reach out to Tina Fletcher at olmcsports@olmc1.org for more information.

QPR Gatekeeper Suicide Prevention Course:

Question, Persuade, Refer: 3 steps anyone can learn to help prevent suicide.

Free to anyone that wants to attend.

April 27, 2022

6-7:30PM at the Trinity Free Clinic

Registration is required. Click here to register

Guerin Catholic High School News:

2022 CAMP PURPLE SPOTLIGHT: Camp Musical!

(Grades 2-8)

July 18-22, 9 am - 3 pm

Camp Musical will have your child collaborating with others in creating all aspects of a musical production - script and song writing, set building, costumes, choreography, marketing, performing and more!

Visit GuerinCatholic.org to view all Camp Purple camp descriptions and fees, and to register.

SPRING GIRLS VOLLEYBALL CLINICS

Join Guerin Catholic Head Girls Volleyball Coach Hailey Brown and players from the Golden Eagle Girls Volleyball team for a 4 week skills development camp, focusing on fundamental training of individual volleyball skills such as passing, hitting, serving, and blocking. Each session will also break down offensive and defensive strategies through drills and competitive play. Come have fun and bring your game to the next level at Guerin Catholic!

Grades: 5-8

Cost: $25 per session or $80 for all 4 sessions

Dates and Times:

May 4th – 5-7pm

May 12th – 6-8pm

May 17th – 6:30-8:30pm

May 25th – 5-7pm

ADMISSIONS NEWS

PROSPECTIVE PARENT BREAKFAST

Wednesday, April 27

8-10 am

Parents of current 7th grade students are invited to attend our Spring Prospective Parent Breakfast. Meet our Admissions team, hear from members of our administration and student body, learn about the admissions process, tour our building, and more. A light breakfast and refreshments will be served. Space is limited. Register at GuerinCatholic.org.

HIGH SCHOOL PLACEMENT TEST (HSPT) SUMMER PREP COURSE

(FOR CURRENT 7TH GRADERS)

Cost: $95

Summer Prep Course Dates: June 6-10 or July 18-22

Morning (9 am - 12 pm) and afternoon (1-4 pm) sessions

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