OCHS Band - Yard Sale

The Owensboro Catholic High School Band is collecting items for an upcoming Yard Sale.
Items may be dropped off at the OCHS Band Room May 26-28 and June 1-3 from noon to 5:00 p.m.

The Yard Sale will be on Friday, June 4 and Saturday, June 5 at OCHS.

OCS Central Office and SCRIP Office Closed Monday for Memorial Day

The OCS Central Office and SCRIP Office will be closed on Monday, May 31 for Memorial Day holiday.
Both offices will be open on Tuesday, June 1 regular hours, 8 am - 5 pm.

OCHS Graduation Video - Class of 2010

It's not too late to order an OCHS Graduation video for the Class of 2010. Gideon Productions has producedthe video.


Sneak peek of the graduation video
 
Graduation video order form

OCHS Softball District Tournament

The Lady Aces will play Apollo tonight at 5:30 for the District Title. The game will be hosted by Apollo.

Be sure to cheer on the Lady Aces!

Softball District Tournament Brackets

Duke University Talent Search

The Duke TIP 7th grade talent search identifies students who have scored in the 95th percentile on a grade level achievement test. OCMS had 45 students who qualified to participate in the TIP testing program. As part of the program, students are offered the opportunity to take the SAT or ACT to learn more about their abilities.

OCMS had 27 students who tested. Congratulations to the following:

State Recognition: Those who have scored equal to or better than half the college bound seniors who took the same tests
Meredith Bickett, Samuel Booth, Drew Harvey, Alex Hayden, Mason Jackson, Darcy James, Georgia McMaster, Patrick Mills, Jacob Payne, Stetson White and Audrey Wright

Grand Recognition: Those who have scored equal to or better than 90% of the college bound students who took the same tests
Leslie Kuntz and Jack Padgett

New Education Council Executive Board

At the Education Council meeting on Monday night the following were elected for the Executive Committee for the 2010-2011 school year.
Chair: Dan Heckel – Our Lady of Lourdes
Vice-Chair: John Teets – St. Alphonsus
Treasurer: Rob Mitchell – St. Augustine
Secretary: Debbie Durbin – Precious Blood

Diocesan Rainbow Mass 2010 - Video Highlights

The Catholic school students gathered for a special mass with Bishop William Medley.

SCRIP SUCCE$$ Announces New Business

Avon representative Becky Evans has joined SCRIP. She is offering $5 or $10 certificates that can help you earn 5% toward your SCRIP rebate.
Certificates are in inventory and are available for purchase!

OCHS Band - Yard Sale

The Owensboro Catholic High School Band is collecting items for an upcoming Yard Sale.
Items may be dropped off at the OCHS Band Room May 26-28 and June 1-3 from noon to 5:00 p.m.
The Yard Sale will be on Friday, June 4 and Saturday, June 5 at OCHS.

Boys Tennis - Team, Doubles and Individual Regional Titles

Congratulations to the Boys Tennis Team!

They captured the Regional Team Title.
Individual Regional:

CJ Glaser - Regional Title

Jonathon Kamuf - Regional 2nd Place
Doubles Regional:

Chase Carrico Josh Buckman - Regional Title

Robert Payne and Nic Drury - Regional 2nd place
Good Luck at the state tournament!

Weekly Reminders - OCMS May 24-June1, 2010

Monday, 5/24/10

Yearbook meeting after school until 3:30. Please let Ms. Patton know if you cannot attend.
Tuesday, 5/25/10:
7:45 a.m. BETA Club officers meeting for all officers (7th and 8th grade). Ms. Cheshire will get you from the gym or cafeteria.

Wednesday, 5/26/10
9:00 a.m. OCMS School Awards Ceremony at Immaculate parish hall. All are invited to attend.
AR reward day! Out of uniform day, but students must wear close toed shoes (i.e. tennis shoes). No sandals or flip flops allowed.
Thursday, 5/27/10:
9:00 a.m. Closing Mass. All are invited to attend.
BETA Club closing meeting will be after school until 3:45. Please let Ms. Cheshire know if you plan to attend.
Friday, 5/28/10
Last day for 8th graders!
7:00 p.m. 8th grade graduation, Immaculate Catholic Church.
Party for 8th grade, Immaculate parish hall - 8:15 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.

Monday, 5/31/10
NO SCHOOL - MEMORIAL DAY

Tuesday, 6/1/10
Last day of school for 7th graders!

Weekly Reminders - Elementary 4-6Campus - May 24-28, 2010

Monday, May 24
Last day to take AR Tests.
SMART Moves this week for 4th & 5th Graders.

5th Grade DARE Bowling.
Thursday, May 27
5th Grade Prayer Day!
Friday, May 28
Non Uniform day for those students who earned their AR points for the 4th quarter. AR Park at Panther Creek Park. Students need to be sure to apply sunscreen and bug spray before leaving home.  School personnel are NOT permitted to apply sunscreen or bug spray due to state law.

Weekly Reminders- Elementary K-3 Campus - May 24-28, 2010

Thursday, May 27- 9:00- Closing School Mass- Please come and celebrate with us as we have our last Mass of the school year!


Friday, May 28- FIELD DAY  It is an Out of Uniform Day. Students will be divided into groups to go outside and enjoy games, icees, and inflatables. Thank you to our PTO for sponsoring this fun event each year for our students!
Parent Volunteers Still Needed! If you can volunteer, please email Tiffany Duke, Chair of Field Day.

Friday, May 28- FREE DRESS day

Reminders:
No School Monday, May 31 for Memorial Day. Last Day of School- June 1.
 

Director's Corner - OCHS Principal Announcement

Earlier yesterday morning I stood before the faculty at Owensboro Catholic High School and announced on behalf of the OCHS Principal Search Committee that Gates Settle had signed a Memorandum of Understanding to become the Principal at Owensboro Catholic High School beginning July 1, 2011. Mr. Settle, a member of Immaculate Parish, has spent the past 26 years serving students in Daviess and McLean counties as teacher, coach, Assistant Principal and Principal. For the past ten years he has served as Principal of Daviess County Middle School. Given the strength of his administrative background, his dedication to always doing what is best for students, and his desire to work in a Catholic faith-based environment that encourages growth in faith and knowledge, the search committee agreed it had found the next Principal of Catholic High in Gates Settle.

The committee was very impressed with the following statement that Mr. Settle wrote in his cover letter:

“My philosophy of education is pretty simple because it revolves around always doing what is best for the students. If their best interests are at the heart of every decision that is made, then the students will always benefit which contributes to maintaining a strong and effective school. I am also convinced that the relationships that are forged between adults and students are one of the most important aspects to having a successful school. The level of success that a school experiences is not about expensive programs that are available, or the newness of bricks and mortar in place, but about the people that are in the school. Students have to know and understand that the adults care about them, what is best for them, and are interested with what is going on in their lives. If all those elements are in place, then the stage has been set for successful learning to occur.”


As you read above, Mr. Settle will join the OCHS team in July of 2011. For the next year, he will continue to serve Daviess County Middle School as its Principal. We are working diligently to find appropriate leadership for Owensboro Catholic High School for the 2010-2011 academic year. Certainly our goal is to provide leadership that allows Catholic High to continue its tradition of providing excellence in faith formation and academics. As soon as this is finalized, another Director’s Corner will be written to announce the leadership plan.

I would like to take this opportunity to thank Mr. Staples for his lifetime of service Owensboro Catholic High School and the Catholic community in Owensboro and Daviess County. His legacy and impact will absolutely stand the test of time. He touched many lives these past 38 years. May God provide many blessings to him and his family as he transitions to the next phase of his life!

I appreciate all you do to help us fulfill our mission of excellence in Catholic faith formation and academics. As always, your comments and insights are important to me. I can be reached via phone at 852-8028 and email at ken.rasp@owensborocatholic.org.


God’s Peace!


Ken R. Rasp

Director, Owensboro Catholic Schools

OCHS Softball and Baseball District Tournaments

Both of the District tournaments begin on Monday, May 24. Be sure to cheer on the Lady Aces and Aces teams.

Softtball District Tournament – Hosted by Apollo High School


Baseball District Tournament – Hosted by OCHS at Chautauqua Park

OCHS Foreign Language Club Fundraiser at Bob Evans Restaurant

OCHS Foreign Language Club will have a fundraiser at Bob Evans Restaurant (Hwy 54) on Tuesday, May 25, from 11 am - 9 pm.




15% of all orders will be donated to the OCHS Foreign Language Club.



Make sure you bring in the flyer for the group to get the credit.

Doodle 4 Google – State Finalist

Once again, OCS has a state finalist for Doodle 4 Google this year. Sydney Tabor’s drawing is in the voting this week.

OCS Band Awards

Several awards were presented to OCS band members at its Spring Band Concert held on Thursday, May 13.


All-District Band: Rex Berry, Kelsey Conkright, Emily Wills, Andrew Riccio, Meredith Bickett, Jacob Payne, Cory Burdette, Samuel Johnson, Reid Wassmer, Logan Buckman, Eric McBride, Megan Alvey, Nathan Lasley, Kevin Thompson, Emily Rose, Erin Ballard, Michael Crowe, Melinda Thompson, Michael Decker, Alex Coomes, Kent McCarthy

WKU Honors Band: Nathan Lasley, Erin Ballard, JT Well, Alex Coomes, Kent McCarthy
Band Letter: Allison Schepers, Kevin Thompson, Marissa Wilson, Emily Rose, Shelby Bennett, Zach Hendrix, Michael Decker, Hunter Jones, Juliana Aud, Sarah Murphy

Most Improved 7th Grade Band Member: Gabrielle Hoffman

Outstanding 7th Grade Band Member: Logan Buckman

Most Improved 8th Grade Band Member: Reid Wassmer

Outstanding 8th Grade Band Member: Eric McBride

Outstanding Freshman: Kevin Thompson

Outstanding Sophomore: Megan Alvey

Outstanding Junior: Erin Ballard

Outstanding Senior: Melinda Thompson
Honorary Band Member: Mike and Cloa Thompson
Drum Major Award: Melinda Thompson

Drum Major Award: Megan Alvey
Woodwind Musicianship Award: Erin Ballard

Brass Musicianship Award: JT Wells

Percussion Musicianship Award: Kent McCarthy

All-State Band Member: Kent McCarthy
110% Award: Melinda Thompson

Service Award: JT Wells
John Philip Sousa Award: Kent McCarthy
Senior Awards: Alex Coomes, Kent McCarthy, Melinda Thompson, JT Wells
The OCS Bands are directed by Ed and Katie Hauser

AR Picnic - Elementary K-3 Campus - Change of Venue

After much deliberation and discussion, we have decided to cancel the trip to Legion Park tomorrow. The forecast is calling for a big rain though Friday afternoon with scattered strong thunderstorms. Although there may be a break in the rain tomorrow, it is still going to be cool and the ground will be very wet.
We will still have AR DAY- it just won't be at the park. Teachers are planning games and activities throughout the day, along with a special movie and treat. Students may still bring a drink from home to drink with their treat in the classroom.

We apologize to all of our parents who took the day off. The AR Picnic at Legion Park is always so much fun for students, faculty, and our families, however we can't control the weather and all have to be flexible. Teachers will not need volunteers for the alternative activities they have planned, and we ask that students NOT leave school early, but leave school at regular dismissal time.
Please Note:Due to the volume of pre-ordered lunches and limited space in our cafeteria, the cafeteria will not be serving pre-ordered lunches to parents.

Stephanie Wall to be on Channel One

Stephanie Wall, an OCHS Freshman, has won a trip to California to be on Channel One. She is involvled in the taping of the Channel One Pop Quiz at Hollywood High School. Owensboro Catholic High School will be mentioned. Congratulations Stephanie!

April is Poetry Month

Each classroom at the OCS Elementary K-3 Campus created a special type of poem to celebrate Poetry month.

Director's Corner - Reception to Honor Mr. Staples

On Thursday, May 20th from 5:00 to 7:00 PM the Owensboro Catholic Schools family will gather in the small gym at Owensboro Catholic High School to celebrate Mr. Staples and his lifelong commitment and dedication to the students, faculty, staff and friends of OCHS.
Please join us in celebrating Harold's 38 years of service, 19 as Principal, to the Catholic community in Owensboro and Daviess County. May God's blessings and graces be with Harold and his family as they make this important transition.

Director's Corner 'Drive One 4UR School' Event

As you read in recent issues of In The Loop, Ford Motor Company and Champion Ford Lincoln Mercury will be partnering with us to help raise money in support of Owensboro Catholic Schools as a part of Ford's Drive One 4UR School program. All friends of Owensboro Catholic Schools will have the opportunity to participate and help raise as much as $6,000 for OCS by test driving an eligible Ford vehicle from Champion Ford Lincoln Mercury on Saturday, May 22nd from 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM. Ford Motor Company will donate $20 to Owensboro Catholic Schools for every person from a unique household who test drives an eligible Ford vehicle.
I encourage you to find a way to visit us at Champion Ford Lincoln Mercury on Saturday morning. Look for the tent around back on Southtown Boulevard and stop by to test drive a brand new Ford Lincoln Mercury car or truck. There will be no pressure to purchase, just a chance to test drive a new vehicle and help OCS at the same time. All who test drive a vehicle will be registered to win a Gateway LT20 Netbook.
Again, stop by Champion Ford Lincoln Mercury on Saturday, May 22nd between 8:00 AM and 3:00 PM to participate in the Drive One 4UR School promotion. Help us to earn up to $6,000 to benefit Owensboro Catholic Schools from Ford Motor Company.
 
Ken R. Rasp
OCS Director

OCMS Weekly Reminder - May 17-21, 2010

Tuesday, 5/18/10:
NO SCHOOL - ELECTION DAY.

Thursday, 5/20/10:
9:00 a.m. Bishop Medley celebrates Mass. All are invited to attend.

Friday, 5/21/10:
Last day to take AR tests for 4th quarter

GENERAL INFORMATION:
Yearbooks are selling fast! There are approximately 20 more to sell. They will be sold on a first come basis. Cost is $25.00.

Yearbooks will be given to students in May.

Emma Lanham Double Medalist in Hershey's Track Meet

Owensboro Catholic 4-6 Campus student-athlete Emma Lanham was a double silver medalist in the Hershey's Track and Field Challenge held this past Saturday at Owensboro Middle School. Lanham, competing in the 9-10 year old division, was runner up in both the 400 Meter Dash and Softball Throw. Emma also placed fourth in the Standing Long Jump. Emma is in 4th grade.

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Elementary K-3 Campus Reminders - May 17-21, 2010

Tuesday, May 18- PLEASE NOTE THERE WILL BE NO SCHOOL on May 18 due to the Primary Election


Thursday, May 20- Mass

Friday, May 21- 8:30-1:00- AR Picnic at Legion Park
On Friday, May 21 we will be taking the entire K-3 Campus to Legion Park for a picnic to celebrate our Accelerated Reader Achievements for the year. Following is a checklist of things to remember when getting your student ready on Friday morning:
~Wear "Faith in Education" shirts (new dark green with gold Aces preferred, but if you can't find it, any of the older Faith in Ed. Shirts are fine) with uniform shorts, skirts, or pants. This will make it easier to keep up with K-3 children.

~ Wear tennis shoes- NO flip flops, sandals, or open back shoes.

~Apply Sunscreen BEFORE leaving home. Teachers cannot apply sunscreen at school. We will be outside ALL day!

~Students may bring a hat to wear.

~Students may bring play equipment-balls, mitts, etc. NO skates, skateboards, or electronic equipment. Any equipment brought is the responsibility of the student, so if you do not want to lose it - don't send it! Anything brought should have the child's name clearly written on the item.

~Students should order a sack lunch from school unless they can't due to health reasons. It is too much to keep up with a lunch box. Parents are asked NOT to bring Fast Food to the park for their child.

~Students should bring a drink- Sports drinks with screw caps are preferred. NO sodas or cans. Put your child's name on their drink.

~Teachers will have a cooler for drinks. Along with drinks the students bring from home, we will also have a free bottle of water for each student with lunch. Milk and/or juice will not be served.
We will be leaving the school at 8:30 and returning at 1:00. Thank you to all who have already volunteered. Parents, who could not volunteer for the full day, are welcome to stop by Legion Park anytime during the day and visit with us! Parents who plan on checking their child out at the park, MUST sign the child out at the First Aid Shelter. Please take care of this early in the day, so that we do not have a long line when it is time to start loading buses.

Elementary 4-6 Campus Weekly Reminders - May 17-21, 2010

Tuesday, May 18
No School due to elections.
Wednesday, May 19
4th Grade Prayer Day! 1:00 5th Grade DARE Graduation.
Band registration papers are due in to the homeroom teachers.
Thursday, May 20
9:00 am Mass planned by Mr. Thompson's class. Fr. Buckner will be celebrating with us.
Friday, May 21
Non Uniform day for those students who did not receive an infraction for the month of May.
Instrument Fitting in the Multi-Purpose Room from 2:20 to 5:30 for those students registered for Band next year.
The cut-off for AR test taking is May 24th. Students will need to have all their points by this date to attend the park on May 28th.

OCHS Art Show

OCHS Art Department hosted an Art Show to display various pieces created by the art students.

Drive One for OCS

'Drive One 4UR School' will be held at Champion Ford on Southtown Blvd on Saturday, May 22 from 8 am - 3 pm.


For each test drive that day, a donation of $20 will be made to OCS. No purchase necessary. You also have a chance to win a Gateway LT20 Netbook.
Be sure to take a test drive to benefit OCS on Saturday, May 22

Bright Futures Scholarship - Trenton Ackerman

Trenton Ackerman has earned a scholarship through the Kimberly-Clark Bright Futures Scholarship Program. Trenton is the son of Jim and Christa Ackerman.

OCHS Students Named Governor's Scholars

Congratulations to Chase Kauffeld and Lyndsey Whitehouse, who have been named KY Governor's Scholars.
Chase, of Owensboro, is the son of Kevin and Ann Kauffeld
Lyndsey, of Owensboro, is the daughter of Richard and Lori Whitehouse

OCHS Students Present Mr. Staples with Honor

After the last mass of the school year on Thursday, the OCHS student body presented Mr. Staples with a plaque to name the OCHS Media Center after him.
Mr. Staples was instrumental in foreseeing the need for a first class media center for the OCHS library, computer lab and instructional room with Smart Board.

Leadership in the Face of Fads!

In a world where society pushes our teens to follow the latest and greatest fad, or the “it” person, it refreshes the spirit to see one of our students doing everything she can to encourage those around her to do just the opposite!
Being a strong leader with a strong voice in not always the popular choice, but Jenna Ruth is that type of leader. If you have ever had any experience with the “middle school years” of a teen, you know the many changes they go through, both physically and emotionally. Jenna works hard at giving those around her a living example of how to navigate these many changes with the proper attitude.

She serves as Treasurer of the OCMS Beta Club whose 4 pillars are academics, service, leadership and character. She is also Student Council Representative. She is an active member of Fellowship of Christian Athletes and earned enough service hours to travel to Washington, D.C. for the Right to Life march. She is a member of the Blessed Mother Youth Group and sings in the Worship choir at OCMS Masses. She also earns a place on our OCMS Honor Roll each quarter. And she plays softball for OCHS.
One of Jenna’s teachers, Julie Renshaw, commented recently that Jenna “excels in the classroom, always preparing for tests (and earning high marks) and always doing her homework. She takes part in every service project we do at OCMS, and she encourages others to do their best. She is truly an example of Christian service in word and deed.
Jenna is “an amazing leader in Beta Club” according to the club sponsor, Mary Cheshire. Mary also said “Jenna works hard with our service projects, and after we brought in 7th graders, she was great at encouraging them and helping them learn the ropes. She is a very polite young lady who is always willing to lend a helping hand.
Jenna is the daughter of John and Sheri Ruth.

Summer Camps at Gasper River Retreat Center

Once again this summer, summer camps will be offered at Gasper River Retreat Center for all age groups. Be sure to check out what is available.


Please go to our website http://www.gasperriverretreatcenter.org/  for more information on each camp and to find all the forms you’ll need to register for camp. Camp can be a life changing experience. Bring a friend with you if you’d like and be prepared for an adventure like none other. If you have any questions about camp or if you would like to schedule a visit to the camp to see ahead of time what we have to offer, please call 270-781-2466.

OCS Email Issues

We are currently experiencing issues with our e-mail, and are doing everything we can to fix the problem as quickly as possible. To contact someone within OCS, please call the specific school site until this issue can be fixed.  We appreciate your patience.

OCMS Assists with Mail Carrier Food Drive

Jackson Brett, an 8th grader at Owensboro Catholic Middle School, accepts a crate of food from Haley James at the annual Postman's Walk distribution at the Sportscenter. Mrs. Julie Renshaw’s 8th grade homeroom class helped distribute and load up trucks and vans for organizations needing food items from the Postman's Walk collection.

Theatre Workshop Auditions

AUDITIONS
“Lord of the Flies”
Directed by Kevin Clark & Pablo Gallastegui
Grades 6-10
May 15th & 16th 1:00-4:00
Opryhouse
Production Dates: July 16, 17, 18

AUDITIONS
“Comedy of Errors”
Directed by: Travis Black
Grades 9-12
June 5 & 6
1:00-3:00
Trinity Center
Production Dates: July 30, 31 , Aug 1

Bright Futures Scholarship – Trenton Ackerman

Trenton Ackerman has earned a scholarship through the Kimberly-Clark Bright Futures Scholarship Program. Trenton is the son of Jimmy and Christa Ackerman.

OCHS 2010 Graduation DVD Order Form

If you are interested in purchasing a DVD of the OCHS 2010 Graduation, please complete the form and return to Gideon Productions. DVDs are $25 and will be mailed to your home.

Girls Elementary Volleyball Tournaments

The end of the season tournaments are being played this weekend for the OCS Girls Elementary Volleyball League.

3rd/4th Grade League

5th/6th Grade League

Elementary K-3 Campus Newsletter Online - May 2010

The Elementary K-3 Campus newsletter is available online.

OCS Elementary Soccer for Fall of 2010

OCS is sponsoring an Elementary Soccer League open to all boys and girls entering 1st through 4th grade for the fall of 2010. This league will be open to all OCS students and students who attend a parish religious education program.


An informational meeting will be held on Thursday, May 20 at 6 pm at OCHS Soenneker Hall.

If you have any questions please contact Coach Durand Engineer at Durand.engineer@owensborocatholic.org

Girls Soccer Team for Incoming 5th and 6th Graders

OCMS is sponsoring a middle school girls soccer team for the Fall of 2010. This team is open to all OCS girls entering 5th and 6th grade.


An informational meeting will be held on Thursday, May 20 at 6:45 pm at OCHS Soenneker Hall.

If you have any questions please contact Coach Durand Engineer at Durand.engineer@owensborocatholic.org

OCHS JV and Varsity Soccer Teams

OCHS will have a JV and Varsity girls soccer team. This team is open to all OCS girls entering 7th grade through 12th grade.


If you have any questions please contact Coach Durand Engineer at Durand.engineer@owensborocatholic.org

OCHS Chess Club

OCHS has begun a Chess Club. The faculty sponsor is Ms. Joan Perry. Currently, the members meet to play chess on Thursdays and Fridays before school. As the club develops they hope to compete in competitions. All levels of play are welcome or even to learn how to play.

OCHS Students of the Month – April 2010

Congratulations to the following students who were named Students of the Month for April 2010
Freshmen: Emily Whitehouse and Michael DeckerSophomore: Megan Tigue and Christopher Hayden
Junior: Emily Krampe, Michael Bowlds and Eric May
Senior: Emily Jolly and Bryson Gard

OCHS Mass in the Courtyard

OCHS Students celebrated mass in the Courtyard with Fr. Brad Whistle residing.


Watch a video montage of the mass.

National Day of Prayer Assembly

The BETA Club officers from OCMS attended the National Day of Prayer assembly. Several OCHS students joined Ms. Martha Luckett at the assembly.

Paper Mache Masks - Grade 6 Art Class

The 6th grade created paper mache masks for Art Class.  Great job students.

OC Volleyball Fundraiser at Texas Roadhouse

Lady Aces Volleyball will have a fundraiser at Texas Roadhouse on Tuesday, May 25, from 4-10 pm.

10% of all orders including carry-out will be donated to the Lady Aces Volleyball Team.

Make sure you bring in the flyer for the team to get the credit.

Elements of Art - Gr 7 Art

Students created a project based on their names. Each project contains the five types of line in art (vertical, horizontal, diagonal, curved and zig-zag) and the five basic shapes (square, rectangle, circle, oval and triangle).

Line Art - OCMS Gr 7 - March 2010

All the lines you see in these drawings are straight lines but drawn in such a way as to create the illusion of curvature.

Maria's Cruz Salon - Mother's Day Specials

Maria's Cruz Salon is running several Mother's Day specials.  Be sure to use your SCRIP and give your mom a wonderful gift to make her feel special.

Specials include packages for manicures, facials, massages and hair services.

Summer Tutoring

Need a summer tutor? Taylor Hamilton, a 2008 OCHS graduate and a 3rd year Education major at University of Evansville, is available for tutoring. She is available for any subject from 4th through 9th grade; Biology, English, Spanish for 10-12 grade and ACT prep.


You can email Taylor at s.taylorhamilton@gmail.com  for more information.

New SCRIP Merchants - Pizza by the Guy and DDI

Pizza by the Guy has joined SCRIP. They offer a $10 card that will help you earn 10% toward your tuition rebate. Cards can be used for carryout/delivery/ or dine-in


East - Hwy 54 - 686-8603 - Carryout/Delivery/Dine-in
Order Online!
http://www.pizzabytheguy.net/


West - W. Parrish - 685-4694 - Carryout/Delivery

DDI - A Great Place to Eat!

Hwy 54

Purchase and register card at SCRIP office

Initial Card Purchase $10 -- Earn 7%

RELOAD CARDS at DDI FOR 10% SCRIP CREDIT

OCMS PTO Officers for the 2010-2011

Congratulations to the following OCMS parents who will serve as PTO officers for the upcoming school year. We appreciate their time and effort.



President - Karen Bickett

Vice-President - Valerie Thompson

Treasurer - Karen Danhauer

Secretary - Dolores Aull

OCHS National Honor Society Raises Funds for 'Uganda Project'

Fr. Titus and Sr. Suzanne Sims came to the NHS meeting on Tuesday, May 5, morning to accept a check for $1700 from the National Honor Society "Uganda Project."

Sierra White, NHS member, headed up the committee to raise these funds to rebuild a convent for elderly sisters in Fr. Titus' hometown in Uganda where Sr. Suzanne visited with Fr. Titus a year ago.

The NHS members selected the rebuilding of the convent from a variety of projects brought to them through the Religion Department.

Elementary 4-6 Campus Weekly Reminders - May 10-14, 2010

Tuesday, May 11
Rainbow Mass practice for choir members 5:45 at the SportCenter.
Wednesday, May 12
Rainbow Mass 10:30 at the SportCenter. Students need to be dressed in school uniform. We will be sitting in sections O & P. Parents are welcom to attend. We will be having Power Break before we go. Students will be eating lunch late due to the length of Mass.
Thursday, May 13
Grandparent's Day
9:00 am Mass planned by Mrs. Castlen's class. Fr. Vaughan will be celebrating with us. Grandparents will need to pick their grandchild up in the school office between 8:15-8:45. A short reception will follow for our grandparents in the parish hall immediately following the Mass.
Friday, May 14
Spirit Day!
Sixth Graders visit OCMS and the third graders visit the Elementary 4-6 Campus.


The cut-off for AR is May 24th. Students will need to have all their points by this date to attend the park on May 28th.

Elementary K-3 Campus Weekly Reminders - May 10-14, 2010

Wednesday, May 12- 10:30- Rainbow Mass at Sportscenter


Thursday, May 13-No Mass

Friday, May 14- 3rd Grade Visits 4/6 Campus

Tuesday, May 18- PLEASE NOTE THERE WILL BE NO SCHOOL on May 18 due to the Primary Election

Field Trips – Sunscreen and Insect Repellant

Due to KY state law, school personnel are not permitted to provide, supply, or apply any sunscreen or insect repellent to any student, due to the potential of allergic reaction to a product.
If you wish for your child to be protected from these elements, you are strongly encouraged to liberally apply sunscreen and insect repellent before your child goes to school that morning.

OCMS Cheerleading Information

Any current 5th, 6th, 7th grader interested in trying out for the middles school cheerleading squad will need to attend the pre tryout meeting on Monday evening May 10th at 6:30 in the middle school library. This meeting is mandatory and a parent must attend. If you are unable to attend, please contact Coach Lowe at 852-8032 or bethe.lowe@owensborocatholic.org to make arrangements.
Tryout clinic will be held May 12th and 13th at the OCMS gym from 3:00 until 5:00 and tryouts will be Friday May 14th starting at 3:00.

'Singing Aces' Choir Group

Throughout the school year, the 'Singing Aces' from the Elementary 4-6 Campus have performed at various events to entertain various members of our community.
Here the Singing Aces are performing for a group at the Carmel Home. Members include: Meredith Grant, Francesca Hoffman, Emma Lanham, Geneva Renshaw, Haley Faucheux, Tristan Snyder, Benjamin Conkright, Nick Howard, Daniel Caldwell, Koby Cox, Tyler Clark, Iona Palmer, Molly Payne, Tricia Thompson, Kelly Hayden, Olivia Miller, Emily Linn, Claire Lewis, Emily Oberst, Eva Cash, Micah Swift, Raychel Bahnick, Elizabeth Warren, Lily Harvey, Rebecca Libs, Kyla Nall, and Haley Davis.
The choir is directed by Mrs. Virginia Blandford.

OCS Elementary 4-6 Students Advance to State 4-H Speech Competition

The following students represented the OCES 4-6 Campus at the Regional 4-H Speech Contest: Daniel Caldwell, Claire Hagan, Benjamin Conkright, Mary Kate Fullenwider, Micah Swift, Nicholas Jackson, Emily Marshall and Eva Cash.

Congratulations to Benjamin Conkright and Emily Marshall for placing first and advancing to the state competition in July.

'Give Me Jesus' Meditation - Welcome Bishop Medley

After Communion, the Kindergarten Class (Mrs. Hayden) did liturgical signing to 'Give Me Jesus.'

Alleluia! Welcome Bishop Medley

The Kindergarten Class (Mrs. Hayden) welcomed Bishop Medley with various liturgical performances.

Boys Basketball Summer Camp

Boys entering 4th through 9th grade


June 7th -11th 8:30-12:00 Noon

Elementary K-3 Campus Gymnasium

Cost is $45 per camper

For more information contact Coach Ben Murphy at BMurphy@dcps.org

Mad Skillz 2010 Spring Soccer Camp

Spring Soccer Camp Registration

Boys and Girls 1-6 grades
June 7th – June 11th

8:00 am – 12:00 Noon

OCHS Soccer Fields - located at the rear of OCHS

$75/Camper + $60/Sibling before May 22nd, $85/Camper + $60/Sibling


Checks payable to OCHS
If you have any questions, please contact Coach Durand Engineer via email
Durand.engineer@owensborocatholic.org

OCMS Weekly Reminders - May 3-7, 2010

Monday, 5/3/10:

Music practice for singers for the May Crowning will be Monday, 3:00 to 3:30 in Mrs. Renshaw's room. Please make arrangements to be picked up by 3:30.

Auditions for the Owensboro Catholic Color Guard will be held on Monday, May 3 and Thursday, May 6 from 3:30-5:00 in the OCHS Small Gym. Color Guard is open to any Owensboro Catholic student currently in grades 6-11. You do not have to be a current member of the band to audition.  The Owensboro Catholic Color Guard, a fall activity that performs with the Marching Aces, has won several first place awards in recent years. Many of the color guard members also participate in the Owensboro Catholic Winterguard-which recently won the Gold Medal at the 2010 TriState Circuit Championships. For more information, contact the band office at 685- 0566 or email ed.hauser@owensborocatholic.org .


Tuesday, 5/4/10:
There will be a BETA Club officers' meeting at 7:45 a.m. in Ms. Cheshire's room.

The Student Council will conduct a rosary service in honor of the Blessed Mother on Tuesday, May 4, 2010, at 2:00 in Immaculate Church. We will crown Our Lady as our Queen and Mother and consecrate ourselves to the Immaculate Heart of Mary. Families are invited to join us and please remember to bring your rosary.

Wednesday, 5/5/10:
No scheduled events


Thursday, 5/6/10:
Volunteer Mass 9:00 a.m. with reception to follow in library
National Day of Prayer

Friday, 5/7/10
8th grade retreat at St. Anthonys.

GENERAL INFORMATION:
Last day to take AR tests for 4th quarter will be Friday, May 21.

Yearbooks are selling fast! There are approximately 35 more to sell. They will be sold on a first come basis. Cost is $25.00.  Yearbooks will be given to students in May.

OCHS Summer Football Camp

The Owensboro Catholic football camp will be held June 15-16 at Steele Stadium at Kentucky Wesleyan College.
The sessions run from 8 a.m. to noon each day. The cost is $25 per player.

For more information, contact Owensboro Catholic High School football coach John Edge at john.edge@owensborocatholic.org

Theatre Workshop Auditions

The Theatre Workshop is holding auditions for its summer productions.


“Lord of the Flies”
Directed by Kevin Clark & Pablo Gallastegui
Grades 6-10
May 15th & 16th 1:00-4:00
Opryhouse
Production Dates: July 16, 17, 18


“Comedy of Errors”
Directed by: Travis Black
Grades 9-12
June 5 & 6
1:00-3:00
Trinity Center
Production Dates: July 30, 31 , Aug 1

http://www.theatreworkshop.org/
270-683-5333 or 270-683-5003

twodrama@bellsouth.net

Theatre Workshop 2010 Drama Camps

June 7th- 11th
1st & 2nd grades
$30.00/week

• 10:00-11:00 am or
• 12:00-1:00 pm
   

June 21st- 25th
1st& 2nd grades
$30.00/week

• 10:00-11:00 am or
• 12:00-1:00 pm  

July 5th- 9th
6th-10th grades
$45.00/week
10:00-12:00 Noon


July 19th-23rd
3rd-5th grades
$45.00/week

• 10:00-12:00 Noon or
• 1:00-3:00 pm

July 26th-30th
3rd-5th grades
$45.00/week

• 10:00-12:00 Noon or
• 1:00-3:00 pm

Registration going on now
270-683-5333 or 270-683-5003
twodrama@bellsouth.net
http://www.theatreworkshop.org/

Artex Uniform Store Information

The Artex Uniform Store will be closed from Memorial Day through July 4. The store will re-open on Monday, July 5.
The back-to-school hours after July 5 will be:


• Monday - Friday 10 am – 6 pm
• Saturdays 10 am – 4 pm

Artex is located at:
1359 East 4th Street
Owensboro, KY 42303-0184
(270) 926-6335

OCES Uniform Information
OCMS Uniform Information
OCHS Uniform Information

OCHS Cheerleading Information

Anyone interested in trying out for OCHS Cheerleading needs to attend the pre-tryout meeting Monday, May 3 at 6:30 in the conference room at Central Office. A parent must attend this meeting. If you are unable to attend, see Coach Bethe Lowe at Central Office, or contact her at 852-8032 or bethe.lowe@owensborocatholic.org .
Clinic and tryouts will be held May 5 through May 7. Boys and girls are encouraged to try out.

Newly Elected Elementary PTO Officers

Congratulations to the following who have been elected as the Elementary PTO officers for the 2010 - 2011 school year.

President: Leslie Ebelhar
Vice President at Large: Carl P. Lewis
Vice President K-3 Campus: Vickie Cash
Vice President 4-6 Campus: Holly Johnson
Secretary: Kristy Fulkerson
Treasurer(s): Shelly & David Tipmore
Spiritual Director(s): Amy & Chip Pride
Volunteer Coordinator(s):
Molly Thompson (Elementary 4-6 Campus)
Kristi McCabe (Elementary K-3 Campus)

Did You Know? - Aces Crusaders

The “Aces Crusaders,” consisting of fifty sixth grade students, has been formed to assist with any bullying issues at the Elementary 4-6 Campus. The patron saint of this group is St. Michael.

These students assist other students with problems or concerns that arise during school with other students. These students will wear name badges so they will be easy to identify.
More about St. Michael the Archangel

Messenger-Inquirer Academic All-Stars

Congratulations to the following OCHS Seniors who were nominated as M-I Academic All Stars:
Social Studies – Abbie Riney
Journalism – Hannah Zingg
Science – Eric Goetz
Math – Eric Goetz
English – Melinda Thompson
Fine Arts – Ellen Wright

Congratulations to Melinda Thompson who was awarded the Academic All Star in English and Abbie Riney who was awarded Academic All Star in Social Studies.

Andrea Schepers Places 1st in Rotary Sectional Speech Contest

Andrea Schepers, and OCHS Senior, won first place in the Rotary Sectional Speech contest on April 27 in Cadiz. She will advance to the West Regional competition in Paducah on May 5.

Elementary 4-6 Campus Newsletter Online - May 2010

The May 2010 Newsletter for the Elementary 4-6 Campus has been posted online.

OCHS Parentlines Newsletter Posted

The most recent edition of the OCHS Parentlines has been posted.