Congratulations to all our Second Graders who made their First Reconciliation on Saturday. I also want to congratulate in advance the ones who will be making this sacrament within the next couple of Saturdays. May you always value and practice this gift from God to experience His love and mercy.
Advent is here! A former student of OLSOS wrote an Advent poem a few years back, which I still find special. Since our classical model integrates poetry within all subjects, I find it fitting to share this work to inspire our present families and students to dive into the practice of reading and writing poetry. In addition, I have a challenge for any of our students to memorize and recite a portion of this poem to their teacher or myself as this would bring us such joy. Come again in a spiritual way Remind us of that holy day When you took on flesh and came into the world When you were born of Mary, a beautiful girl. You came not in splendor, glory, or might But was born a baby on a dark, silent night But Mary and Joseph knew who you were Likewise, the kings who brought you gold, frankincense, and myrrh. You slept among the animals you created And lay on the hay as you patiently waited For the moment when you would save the earth Which was foretold long before your birth. Help us to see what the shepherds saw As they bent their knees and stared in awe At a little child who cried, “I thirst!” For the salvation of souls, not to be nursed. Come again on Christmas day Prepare our hearts as we prepare the way For you, whom the Father sent. God, I pray you bless our Advent -Anonymous IMPORTANT REMINDERS
UPCOMING DAY Dec. 6- Feast of St. Nicholas (student shoes to be filled) Dec. 6- Intramurals BB Practice 7/8 grade @ 3:45-5:30 Dec. 7- Intramurals BB Practice 5/6 grade @ 3:45-5:30 Dec. 8- Feast of the Immaculate Conception- School Mass @ 9AM Dec. 10- Faith Rally - pick up procedure TBD Dec. 13- Report Cards sent home Dec.13-15 Parish Advent Mission with Sr. Miriam James @ 6:30PM - 8:00PM Dec.17- Christmas Break Starts CATHOLIC LIBERAL EDUCATION IN ACTION In PE classes K-8, Mrs. Kilgallen leads her students to understand the great need for physical education within a classical approach. She incorporates clever games and strength building to enhance the full formation of the student. She aims to instruct her students that glorifying God is also done through taking care of their bodies. A wonderful explanation of our theory on physical education is presented below. https://www.hillsdale.edu/hillsdale-blog/k12-classical-education/mind-and-body-why-physical-education-needs-to-be-an-essential-feature-of-classical-education/ WITNESS OF THE WEEK In 7th Grade, Jonah Pantig was noted as the witness of the week. As his class was moving along swiftly, he stopped and waited (demonstrating the virtue of patience) to greet and converse with a teacher who was presently busy. His manners and cordial nature were exemplary. Comments are closed.
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AuthorSchool Principal, Mrs. Tina Powell Archives
July 2022
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