Our Lady of Grace Catholic School
eLion's Tales - March 28, 2018
A Message from Mrs. Anderson
Dear Families, 

“Join us on Holy Thursday, Good Friday, and the Easter Vigil as we enter into the days of our Salvation with Jesus.” These words opened the Sunday bulletin last week. Fr. Tom said further, if you cannot attend, then make time for prayer. At this holiest season of the church year, prepare to join in the “Feast of Feasts - Easter.” May you feel the peace and joy of the season in each of your families.

WCEA/WASC - Our three day visit from the WCEA team ended last Wednesday. We can all celebrate their findings.
The Visiting Committee finds Our Lady of Grace Catholic School to be exemplary. The faculty, students, School Board, PTG, Principal, and Pastor are to be commended. We received more than we gave. Thank you for sharing your wonderful school with us and allowing us to verify your Self-Study for accreditation. We will keep you in our prayers as you move forward with your Action Plan and continue the mission of Catholic education.
Click below to view the presentation from the WCEA team.

Core Value of the Week: Love - We share our time and talent with others.

SCRIP Reminder: Families have until April 30th to meet this year's scrip requirement.
You may purchase gift cards in the school office 8:00 a.m.-3:45 p.m. The school office will be closed for Easter Break. You may purchase gift cards at the parish office 9:00a.m.-4:30 p.m. Please note scrip in the parish office will not be available for sale between the hours of 1:00 p.m. and 2:00 p.m. Monday-Friday. The parish office will be closed at noon on Good Friday and on Monday April 2nd.  

Every Wednesday is Waste Free!   Please pack a lunch with containers you can take back home to eliminate as much waste as possible at OLG.

2018-2019 School Calendar
Please click   HERE to view.  
Registration for the 2018-2019 School Year!

Please look for an email to register your child for the 2018-2019 school year after Easter Break. Each email has a specific link for a specific student. If you are planning NOT to return for the 2018-2019 school year please let us know as soon as possible . Registration is done online and will have your information from last year. Please update any new information. The three forms below are to be printed and turned into the office with any fees due to complete registration for the 2018-2019 school year once you have submitted the online registration portion.
Blue Cards!

Blue Card Winners:  Congratulations to Kingsley H. in 1st grade and Ethan T. in 8th grade for being the blue card winners this week! Thank you for showing Unity, Truth, and Love!
Looking Ahead

March:

  • 29th, Thursday - Minimum Day - Noon Dismissal - Holy Thursday
  • 30th, Friday - No School - Good Friday

April:

  • 2nd - 6th - Easter Break!
  • 8th, Sunday - 1st Grade Donut Duty
  • 9th, Monday - School Resumes
  • 12th, Thursday - Fun Run Kick Off Assembly
  • 15th, Sunday - 2nd Grade 1st Communion
  • 26th, Thursday - Fun Run Event!
  • 27th, Friday - Free Dress for April Birthdays
  • 28th, Saturday - OLG Earth Day

Thank you to our FUN RUN T-Shirt Sponsors!
We are still accepting sponsorship forms! Last day is Thursday March 29th!
Proceeds will be going to the purchase of CHROMEBOOKS for our students! So far we have $4,250!

  • Cavallo Highlands
  • Italian Catholic Federation
  • Growing Years Day Camp
  • Kurt Burton Photography
  • The Baker Family
  • The So Family
  • OLG CYO Sports
  • La Pinata #2
  • In Memory of Grandma Nguyen/Hairagami Salon
  • B.A. Morrison
  • Palace Garage, Inc.
  • The Quintero Family
  • C/S Erectors Inc.
  • The Olson Family
  • "Do your Homework" Mr. Stone

Sponsorship opportunities are outlined below for your consideration. Your donation is 100% tax deductible!
Click Here for the Family Name sponsorship letter. $250 sponsorship
Click Here for the Business/Organization sponsorship letter. $250 and $500 sponsorship
Please Click HERE for Auction Guest List and Childcare Form
You may also purchase tickets and reserve childcare online at
Silent and Live auction items will be available to view mid April!
New Toyology Session Begins April 10th!
Toyology: Science Through Toys  -- Sarah's Science is bringing Toyology back to Our Lady of Grace this spring with ALL NEW PROJECTS! New and returning students welcome! In these exciting hands-on science classes we will build a variety of toys and use them to demonstrate major scientific concepts such as energy, electricity, light, gravity, motion, friction, magnetism and simple machines. Each student will construct and take home a science toy in every class. Project highlights this spring include: Electro Static Snowstorm, Rubber Band Straw Rocket, Mini Monster Car, and lots more! Space is limited. 
Please click Here to print form and turn into Sarah's Science.
Please DO NOT turn forms into the school office
Diocese of Oakland FACE Auction April 21 st
 
Started in 1978, The FACE program helps put over 700 children into Diocese of Oakland schools with tuition assistance on an annual basis. This year marks the 40th year since the inception of FACE, which remains firm in its unwavering mission to break the cycle of poverty in the East Bay, one family at a time, by helping provide access to quality education. This year’s Gala will be in honor of The Most Reverend John S. Cummins, Bishop Emeritus of Oakland, for his 90th birthday and his instrumental role in the founding of FACE. Should members of the community be interested in joining the Diocesan community at large, the link for tickets is: https://faceofoakland.ejoinme.org/tickets-sponsorships
New Chess Session Begins April 12th!
Please click Here for more information. Registration for Chess is entirely online https://www.activityhero.com/widgets/1357
Please DO NOT turn payment into the school office
2018 FESCO SHUFFLE WALKATHON

Support FESCO (Family Emergency Shelter Coalition) in its efforts to end family homelessness in Alameda County by joining us at our 21st Annual FESCO Shuffle Walkathon on Saturday, April 28. You can walk as a team or as an individual in this family-friendly, dog-friendly event along the beautiful path at the San Leandro
Marina. Check-in starts at 8:30 am at the Seagull Picnic Site and the walk begins at 10:00. You can walk from one to three miles, or even be a benchwarmer! The event also offers morning refreshments, lunch, entertainment, and a drawing for door prizes!

If you are attending, you can sponsor yourself or get your friends and families to sponsor you. If you are unable to attend, please consider sponsoring a walker or making a direct financial contribution to FESCO. Your donations make it possible for FESCO to help homeless families gain stability and find permanent housing!

For more information or a pledge sheet, go to www.fescofamilyshelter.org or call Stephanie Miller at the FESCO office at 510-886- 5473, ext. 101.

Get your OLG Spirt Items!

Limited items for sale in the school office. Show your school spirit and promote our school. Makes great gifts!
Hat - $12
Tote Bag - $15
Coffee Cup - $10
Bumper Stickers - $3

Free Dress Pass Information
To honor our monthly birthday students, please use your Free Dress passes other than Wednesday Mass day but not on birthday Fridays, the last Fridays of the month.
Absences and Doctor's Appointments
When your child is absent or has a doctor's appointment and will be arriving late or leaving early, please email your child's teacher and the school secretary at  csanchez@csdo.org . Please turn in a doctor's excuse to the school office.
Please make sure your child has not vomited and is fever free for 24 hours before returning to school. 
Support OLG by shopping on Amazon Smile!
Click  here  and choose Our Lady of Grace Church & School.
Box Tops for Education Logo
1. Buy your favorite Box Tops products
2. Clip out the Box Top from each product. 
3. Send your Box Tops to the school office.

Ask your friends, neighbors, and family to save Box Tops. Each one is worth 10¢. Together we can raise $ for our school.
Important Notice from the Office
Please be sure to fill out the  Request for Medication to be Taken During School Hours  form for ANY medication including cough drops and lotion like cortisone cream. There are forms in the school office and   here .
Deadline for Lion's Tales
  Please note the deadline for submission to Lion's Tales is the Monday prior to publication. All flyers and articles must be submitted in PDF or JPG file format. 
Thank you! 
OLG Mission & Philosophy
Mission Statement 
Our Lady of Grace Catholic School serves a diverse community, models Christ through unity, truth, and love to create a balance of spiritual, academic, and social growth.
 
Philosophy
Dedicated to living Christ's message, Our Lady of Grace is a Catholic school made up of students, faculty, staff and families working together with love and respect. While recognizing parents as the primary educators of their children, our community works together to develop individuals who are prepared to think critically, imbued with a strong sense of self-worth, and filled with a Christ-like approach to others.
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