Today, we kick off Marathon, our school's biggest fundraiser of the year, with an all-school pep rally! We look forward to a fun week of raising money for OLG school. Our goal is 100% student participation with an individual goal for each student to raise $175. All funds raised are tax-deductible and support OLG School in two critical areas: Teacher Assistants Salaries and School Enhancements (Safety, Security, Technology). Parents, please check your child’s backpack for a flier with all of the important Marathon information. The school website will also be updated throughout the week.

Message from the SAC Safety & Security Committee

Pancake Breakfast

Sunday, September 24, 8:30 AM - 12:30 PM

It’s time for the annual Pancake Breakfast hosted by the OLG second graders and their families! Come hungry for all-you-can-eat pancakes and sausages. Prepay to avoid a line, but credit, cash and check (made out to OLG) will be accepted at the door. The cost is $9/plate. Click here to purchase tickets. Students who attend dressed in the OLG school uniform will receive a Non-Uniform Day Pass.

Grandparents (VIP) Days

Wednesday, September 27 (Grades 5 & 7)

Wednesday, October 4 (Grades 1 & 3)

If grandparents aren’t available, a special guest or VIP is welcome in their place. Please RSVP here. Sign up to volunteer here. The Grandparents/VIP Day Schedule is as follows:

8:45 AM - Students/Grandparent(s) meet in commons  

9:00 AM - All-School Mass 

10:30 AM - Reception, Photos, Classroom Visits, and Hospitality

7th Grade Parent Coffee

Thursday, September 28, 8:15 - 10:00 AM, Grace Hall

Stop by and mingle with other 7th grade parents!

ScreenStrong Parents Workshop

Tuesday, October 3, 6 - 8:00 PM, Cassidy Hall

ScreenStrong empowers families to reclaim their kids from toxic screens (social media, video games, and porn.) Our solutions are screen-smart, not screen-free. We replace toxic screen use with healthy activities, life skills development, and family connections. Click here to register.

Parent Nights Out

Gather with your fellow grade level parents at the Edina Country Club Tennis House (off 50th Street) from 6:30 - 8:30 PM on the dates below. Please RSVP using the links below specific to your student's grade(s).

• Sept 27 - Kindergarten RSVP Here
• Sept 28 - 1st Grade RSVP Here
• Oct 4 - 2nd Grade RSVP Here
• Oct 5 - Preschool Little Saints RSVP Here
• Oct 11 - Preschool Young Scholars RSVP Here
• Oct 12 - 3rd Grade RSVP Here
• Nov 8 - 4th Grade
• Nov 9 - 5th Grade
• Nov 14 - 6th Grade
• Nov 15 - 7th Grade
• Nov 16 - 8th Grade

Tutors and Music Lessons Available

Select OLG teachers offer tutoring and lessons to K-8 OLG students. Click here for complete details and to register.

Join Middle School Service Club (MSSC)

Tuesday, September 26, 3:15 - 4:15 PM

Monday, October 2, 3:15 - 4:15 PM

Please note MSSC events DO NOT count for Religion Service Hours. We aim to serve our school, parish and community, while having fun. Click here if your MS student would like to join MSSC. Once you register, you can sign up here for events. Questions? Contact Jamie Pohl, Anna Lima, Kristin Frederick or Angela Brown.

5th Grade Monthly Book Club

Starts Friday, September 29, 3:30 - 4 PM, Library

Open to all 5th grade students, the book club will meet 30 minutes every month, read 9 thoughtful and engaging Newbery and National Book Award winning books, and robustly discuss the books' themes as a group, while having fun! Contact Sarah Matter Arndt to get on the book club email list and obtain the book selection for the year. 

Nurse Update on Lunch Service

Our Health Office met with FLIK Food Service and has confirmed that lunch offerings are peanut and tree nut FREE in the cafeteria. If your child has any other allergies/intolerances (ie: sesame, egg, gluten, dairy), email FLIK Regional Dietician Nicole Tass and Head Chef George Finn to create a specific plan for your child's needs.

Volunteer Opportunities

Click the links below to sign up for the current parent volunteer openings:

Artsonia

Grandparent Days

Library

Lunch Room

Photography

Women of Grace Kickoff

Thursday, September 28, 6:30 - 8:30 PM

Join us for the first evening of F.U.N. Be Filled, United, Nourished in a community of multigenerational women as we seek to grow, belong and love in Jesus Christ. Click here for more details, upcoming dates, and to register.

Men's Club Kickoff

Sunday, October 1, 5:50 PM, Gym

Join us for the start of our year with football on the big screen! Enjoy the sounds of the new AV system to hear every sack, broken tackle, and TD celebration! Food and beverages will be provided. Come and see old friends and make new ones! The cost is free with your paid dues. Click here for all Men's Club information.

Synod Small Group Leader Training

Seven-week training starts in October

Want to walk with others in life and faith in a more intentional way? Want to be supported and support others on your journey with the Lord? Then be a part of a small group! Small groups are a place to gather around the Word of God, learn to pray with and for one another, and receive encouragement as we follow Christ together in our daily lives. OLG is offering a seven-week Formation Series designed to prepare you to be a Synod Small Group Leader with the Small Groups launching during Lent 2024. Click here to learn more!