A Christ-centered community,
provides excellence in education
to meet the needs of the whole child.
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Bulletin board in the 6th Grade Pod |
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November
4 Out of Uniform Day - Sunday Supper participation (honor system - no form)
5 No School - Parent/Teacher Conferences
6-7 Time Change, Fall Back - turn your clocks back 1 hour
11 Picture Re-take Day
24-26 No School - Thansksgiving Break
30 2nd Half Book Bill Payment Due
December
New late start day added - Dec 2 will be a 2 hour late start
Click here to see the completed Lunch Server Calendar which now includes October - December.
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Community Update:
This past week (10/27 - 11/2) we have had no new reportable positive Covid-19 cases within our school.
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Golden Cross Award Recipients for October
Caleb McGee and Gianna Gaskill
The Golden Cross Award is presented to two students a month who exemplify our school motto to be “Stewards for Christ” by using all the gifts that God has given to them, both natural and supernatural, in service to God and others.
The Golden Cross, which these students will wear during this next month, is the greatest symbol of the love Jesus has for us, and His mission, which he expressed in the words “I did not come to be served, but to serve, and to give my life as a ransom for many.” It is Jesus that we seek to imitate through a life of grace and virtue. He is the Way, the Truth, and the Life.
After careful consideration of all nominations submitted, Caleb McGee and Gianna Gaskill were chosen to receive the Golden Cross Award. Please find here the nominations for both students:
Caleb McGee shows the virtue of steadfastness by consistently and silently noticing needs around the classroom, and taking the initiative to do what needs to be done. He always does this silently and without drawing attention to himself, and without looking down on others. He is generous and humble.
Gianna Gaskill shows the virtues of friendship and kindness. Every time we have mass, and at any time, she holds the door for everyone. And, at mass, she gets out the prayer after communion to pray. She is always generous. If someone drops their book in the hall, she will help no matter who it is. She stands up for everyone and is very respectful to teachers and friends. She is a very supportive, caring, and compassionate friend.
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Enthronement Ceremony
On Monday, November 8 after school Mass (8:45 -9:15am), in honor of this Year of Charity, we will be enthroning images of the Sacred Heart of Jesus and the Immaculate Heart of Mary in our school. Fr. De Oreo will preside over the Enthronement Ceremony in the school’s Atrium along with students from each homeroom who were chosen by their classmates to represent them.
At the Ceremony, images of the Sacred Heart and Immaculate Heart will be blessed and placed in the Atrium and in each individual classroom. This will serve as a visual reminder of the consecration of our school to Jesus, through Mary.
The Ceremony will be live-streamed on the parish’s Facebook page so that all classrooms may participate. We also welcome you to join us via live-stream! https://www.facebook.com/OLMC1 It would be a blessing to have our school community joined together in prayer as we place our school, and our hearts, under the care of Jesus our King. May we allow His Love to reign at our school, in our homes, and in the world.
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Congratulations to over 200 participants in this season's Raiders Football Ministry!
Thank you to over 175 players, summer campers, amazing cheerleaders, and the many coaches, supporters, sponsors and parents who were an active part of our ministry.
We believe we had many wins where it matters most - in our Faith and Character development.
God blessed us this season with a multitude of opportunities to show Grace and Grit as we learned
how to include Christ in every aspect of our lives!
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Thursday - Nov 4:
Part of the October "Respect Life Initiative" was for parents to attend 1 of 4 Sunday Suppers during the month of October. If at least one parent attended at least one of these Sunday Suppers, your child(ren) are allowed to come to school out of uniform tomorrow. Please follow the Out of Uniform Guidelines in the Family Policy Guide page 45. This is not a Spirit Day so students do not have to wear Blue & Gold. This is on the honor system - there was not a form or slip passed out at these suppers.
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Parent/Teacher Conferences This Friday:
There is no school this Friday.
K-4 Parents: All teachers will be having a conference with parent(s) of each child. Your child's homeroom teacher has scheduled conferences already so if you do not have a conference time, please email your child's homeroom teacher. The directory is on the website here: https://school.olmc1.org/directory-1
5-8 Parents: It is possible that you may not have a conference. If your child's teacher feels the need to have a conference with you, they have already reached out to schedule one.
If you have any questions about this day, please email your child's homeroom teacher.
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OLMC Spirit Wear Shop is Open:
Hurry - don't miss this opportunity!
Closes: Nov 7
Get some early Christmas Shopping done. Spirit wear makes great gifts for your children and grandparents!
Delivery to school: The week of Nov 22 (Items will be sent home with your child so if your items are a gift to your child, please email Erin Gould at goulde@olmc1.org to make alternate pickup arrangements)
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Picture Re-take Day:
Nov 11
You should have received an email on/about Oct 24 with the proof of your child's picture from our September picture day.
Picture re-take day is next Thursday, Nov 11. I you want your child(ren) to have their picture re-taken, please make sure they are aware of this so they know to go when their classroom is called. You may want to email your child's homeroom teacher to let them know also. Teacher emails can be found on the school website here: https://school.olmc1.org/directory-1
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Lost & Found:
An Invisalign tray was found in the cafeteria yesterday. If your child has lost one, please check with the school office.
The Lost & Found table is located in the Parish Hall to the left. We do look for names but all of these items pictured are nameless.
If you are missing any sweatshirts, sweaters, water bottle, lunchboxes, etc. please come check out the Lost & Found.
Any unclaimed items will be donated to Used Uniforms or the Merciful HELP Center on Monday, November 8.
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Do you have an incoming KG student for 2022-23?
Apply by Nov 12
If you have a child at home that will be age 5 on or before August 1, 2021 and you plan to have them start Kindergarten next fall, please complete the online application here by Nov 12 for priority consideration.
Current students do not need to re-apply. This is just for new incoming KG (or if you have a child in grades 1-7 that attend another school and you want them to transfer.
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Texas Roadhouse Dining Fundraiser
Tuesday, November 16!
Our next dining fundraiser will be at Texas Roadhouse (14758 Greyhound Plaza) on November 16th. Come between 3:30pm and 9:30pm and enjoy steaks, ribs, made-from-scratch sides and much more! Please be sure to show the flyer, on paper or phone, for OLMC to receive 10% back for your total meal purchase. You can buy gift cards and they will count toward your purchase! Thank you for your support in our school!
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Coat Drive:
It’s starting to get chilly outside! Have you gone through your coat closet yet to see what doesn’t fit you?
The Merciful HELP Center works in partnership with Hamilton County Kids Coats to provide warm winter wear for families and we are anticipating a tough winter.
We give used coats from the Merciful HELP Center from December 4, 2021 though February 2, 2022
Here is the list of used coats that we need to collect to prepare ourselves for the giveaways!!
Please take donations of coats, hats and gloves directly to the MHC donation room (look for the blue awning at the Matthew 25 Center building) any day of the week from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM.
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SOULCORE:
Body | Mind | Soul
Join OLMC moms Molly Tittle and Alli Koscal for movement and prayer! We pray the rosary and meditate on the mysteries while incorporating stretching and functional movement in a beautiful setting.
Join us Tuesdays @ 9 to nourish your body, mind and soul!
November 9
November 16
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Add this to your Calendar!
New late start day added: December 2
On December 2nd (Thursday) we will have a 2 hour late start in order for the school & parish staff to attend a session by Dr. Sri.
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This volleyball clinic is at the OLMC Gym |
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HAMILTON COUNTY 4-H
4-H began over 100 years ago, and has since grown into the largest youth development program in the nation. 4-H prepares young people to be leaders in their community and around the world through hands-on experiences alongside their peers and caring adults.
4-H is delivered through Purdue University and the Cooperative Extension Service. Community clubs, afterschool programs, school enrichment, camps/workshops, and special interest programs are all ways youth across Indiana can be involved with the 4-H program.
Adventure awaits your child! 4-H provides youth with community, mentors, and learning opportunities to develop the skills they need to create positive change in their lives and communities. With more than 60 project areas 4-H truly has something for everyone. Check out this website where you will find more information on joining 4H in Hamilton County: puext.in/hamco4h
My local 4H club is the Carmel Colleens and Gents club but there are many others throughout Carmel and the county that you can join. We meet the third Monday of each month January through June. You can pick a club to join that fits your schedule. And if you do not join 4H at least come to the 4H Fair July 14-18 next summer in Noblesville. I think you and your family will find it fun to explore and view all the different projects on display.
I encourage you to reach out to me with any questions about navigating the world of 4-H.
Kevin Kiser
317-966-6195
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CYO boys and girls volleyball registrations are open.
Grades 4-8
Register by Nov 15
School code 172OLMC-IN
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The Merciful HELP Center needs you!
See below for several opportunities for your family to help our community:
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The Merciful HELP Center Furniture Crew has been working so hard to meet the need for basic furniture for families in need in our community!
We are really in severe need of twin and queen mattresses, box springs and bed rails! We need 18 sets of twins and 14 sets of queen. It is always our goal to get everyone in beds that we know are on the floor.
We accept mattresses from single family dwellings only in Hamilton County. Mattresses need to be less than 20 years old, and have no stains, or tears. They cannot be from apartments, dorms, retirement homes or storage spaces. We need donators to understand, if we get one bed bug in our furniture building, we will loose ALL donations and will not be able to assist people. Building with connected walls have a more bed bug difficulties and you may not even be aware!
We only accept basic furniture, such as twin, full and queen size bed, box springs and red rails, dressers, couch or love seats, living room chairs, recliners, lift chairs, kitchen table and chairs. We will also accept coffee tables, end tables and bed side tables or any small tables that can be used for the purpose of holding a lamp or C-Pap machine.
We do not have the capacity to store anything beyond basic need. Our mission is to supply the most basic needs to families in need. Our goal is to get people off the floor, sleeping in a bed, eating and doing homework at a table, and spending family time on a sofa or chair. We are a ministry to help families meet their most basic needs. We have limited storage capacity!
Some things we would like to make parishioners aware of: we do not accept TV’s, sleeper sofas, hutches, storage cabinets, outside furniture, king sized beds, and sectionals or gas appliances, dishwashers or built in microwaves. The people we serve mainly live in small places with small rooms. We pick up from garage’s. We cannot enter homes.
Please email furniture@mercifulhelpcenter.org if you have furniture you would like to share with a family in need. Please give us 48 hours to respond. The Merciful HELP Center is a small volunteer organization, and the furniture ministry is staffed with volunteers who are dedicated and need you to be patient, kind and understanding when they cannot accept furniture that is outside of our parameters! Thank you so much for understanding!! |
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Used Vehicle donations to the Merciful HELP Center
The Merciful HELP Center is in desperate need of used cars for families in need.
We have a fast growing list of people who are without cars going into the winter season and we would like to help them if we can. This need is serious and if you donate a running used car you will be able to provide a family the chance to grocery shop, get to doctor appointments and work on a daily basis. Please email Todd Wade - twade757@gmail.com for more information.
Thanks to PFM Car and Truck in Carmel and the Neely family, we are able to make repairs to cars! Todd can help navigate the decision if your vehicle would be a great fit for a family in need! Thank you to all who have made a vehicle donation!
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Guerin Catholic High School News:
ATHLETICS
BOYS LACROSSE PROSPECT DAY
GRADES 7 AND 8
WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 10 6-8 pm
Cost: $20 per player
SAVE THE DATES!
GOLDEN EAGLE ATHLETIC NIGHTS IN DECEMBER
Attention 7th & 8th Grade Students!
Do you want to learn more about playing sports at Guerin Catholic?
Join our Athletics and Admissions departments for two upcoming Athletics Nights before home basketball games -- one for girls and one for boys! These casual, information nights will include short talks from Athletic Director Ryan Davis, a coach and and student athlete, along with the opportunity to chat with our other coaches about what it means to be a Golden Eagle athlete. Afterwards, you are invited to sit behind the bench at a Guerin Catholic home basketball game. Students must be accompanied by a parent. Register at GuerinCatholic.org
GOLDEN EAGLE GIRLS ATHLETIC NIGHT
Friday, December 3, 2021
5:30 pm - Tailgate-Style Dinner
6-6:45 pm - Program
7:30 pm - Tip Off Girls Basketball Guerin Catholic vs. Yorktown
GOLDEN EAGLE BOYS ATHLETIC NIGHT
Friday, December 17, 2021
5:30 pm - Tailgate-Style Dinner
6-6:45 pm - Program
7:30 pm - Tip Off Boys Basketball Guerin Catholic vs. Heritage Christian
ADMISSIONS NEWS
Please note Guerin Catholic is on a Trimester Schedule.
First Trimester Finals are November 8-10.
Limited dates available in December and January
Eighth grade students are invited to spend a day with us during the school day at Guerin Catholic, attending classes, meeting students and teachers, and experiencing high school first-hand. We’d love to welcome you in the Nest!
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