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Our Lady of Guadalupe School fosters Gospel values, inspires academic excellence, and develops service and leadership. We face this as a sacramental community united and
sponsored by the Holy Spirit.
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This 2nd week of Advent we pray for PEACE
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Our Lady of Guadlaupe, Pray for Us!
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Dear OLG Families,
Happy second week of Advent! This week our school focused on Peace and we hope you've felt that at home as well. Thanks to Ms. Sager and the entire crew for a return to the Light-up-the-Night festivities. See the WSBlog post here if you weren't able to attend. The tree is glowing every morning and brings great cheer to our dark winter days! This Advent season continues
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OLG Feast Day is celebrated tomorrow at an "All-School Mass" and again on the actual day, Dec 12th, Sunday 11am Mass. Our Student Council tells the story each year, this year with live retelling at each Mass. Can't make it live? Watch livestream or last year's Juan Diego & the Beautiful Lady video production by the Student Council and Mr. Casey.
- Our Student-Council-Led Saint Vincent de Paul Food Drive continues (over 750 items collected at this printing... goal of 3,000 by next Thursday).
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Parish Giving Tree: We still have 26 online tags for $25 gift cards to Target for the rest of the children at Santa Teresita. Sign up online and return the cards to Mass this weekend or to the school by Monday Dec 13.
- Vaccinations - As students receive their second shot, please verify vaccination status with the school office.
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If unvaccinated or in case of an extended absence, this resource page can be helpful in answering questions as well!
Next week is another full calendar of events as we wrap-up Week 3 of Advent, focused on Joy. The Peace and Joy of the Lord be with you!
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Yours in Christ,
Anton Kramer
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Dec 10 - All School Mass 9:00 am - Our Student Council performs a Juan Diego pageant for OLG Feast Day! K-8 in full uniform. Families, please join us Livestream
Dec 12 - Sunday Mass in person Parish OLG Feast Day + additional blessing of the Juan Diego Room (formerly known as Demazenod).
Dec 15 - Special "Green & Red / Festive Dress" day!
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Advent Prayers K-8 students 2:00-2:15 pm (Please no pickups between 2:00-2:15 pm)
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Wednesday 2:15 pm Early Dismissal
Dec 17 - NOON Dismissal
Dec 20 to Dec 31 - Christmas Break
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Annual St Vincent de Paul Food / Dollar Drive
The Student Council is collecting non-perishable food, hygiene and holiday items to benefit St. Vincent de Paul.
to the school office
School-Wide Goal:
3000 items/dollars
That's approximately
14 items/dollars per student.
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Wednesday Schedule During Advent
During the season of Advent, students gather for Advent prayers between 2:00-2:15 pm. If you have any Wednesday afternoon appointments, please make arrangements to pick up students before 2:00pm or at 2:15pm regular dismissal.
8th graders Nathan and Nico lead students in the Our Father prayer this past Wednesday with a message of PEACE.
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2022-2023 Tuition Assistance Application LAST Week to complete before the Christmas Break! We'd like to help you if any questions come up - make sure to catch the front office before Dec 17th.
K-8 families must apply each year through the FACTS Grant and Aid portal to qualify for a grant—all awards are made based on financial need.
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Lost and Found
Anything look familiar? Please pick up your lost items by the front desk. Any items not picked up will be donated to St. Vincent de Paul. Please PUT NAMES IN EVERYTHING! We are accumulating quite a pile of lost clothing and accessories! Thank you!
Just a reminder to families as we head into the cold and rainy season...Please send your kids out the door with raincoats, hats, gloves, and appropriate shoes. We will be outside for recess during moderate rain, and staying in-doors only on days that are a heavy rain.
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Parent Organization (PO) News |
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Groovy Glass Ornaments
Shop Local This Christmas
Support OLG and a local Georgetown artist!
Trim your tree with a beautiful hand-blown glass ornament. Produced in limited quantities by local Georgetown artist, Dehanna Jones. As with many local artists, Dehanna, has been hugely impacted by covid and the cancellation of art fairs, her principal revenue stream. She is extremely grateful for the support of the wonderful OLG community.
Purchase yours today for $50 from Shelley or Laura at the front desk. (Cash or check accepted). All profits benefit the Parent Organization.
Your Dollars and Donations can help us to make OLG spell GOLD!
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LAST CHANCE
Registration Closes Dec 10th
We are excited to announce that CYO basketball will begin in January for grades 6th-8th, but you must enroll now! Click here to sign up!
If you are interested in volunteering as a healthcare coordinator (required for each team), please contact Dan Campbell.
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Unique, quality gifts at the
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Volunteers Needed to Decorate the Church for Christmas after the 11:00 am Mass on Sunday, Dec 19. Many hands make light work and individually wrapped snacks will be provided. Qualifies for OLG School service hours.
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Adult Confirmation Preparation Program
Begins on Tuesday, Jan 4 from 6:30-7:45 pm by Zoom. The Confirmation celebration will take place on Sunday, Feb 27 11:00 am. The sacrament of Confirmation completes our Catholic initiation and makes it possible for us to participate as godparents, sponsors, and other liturgical roles in our Church. Contact Helen, 206-935-0358
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Great job, OLG! You’ve taken all our physical tags, meeting the needs of 8 children at Sanislo Elementary and 41 children at Catholic Housing Services’ Santa Teresita apartment. We’ve also received board games and SIM card donations for seafarers who come through our port. We still have 26 online tags for $25 gift cards to Target for the rest of the children at Santa Teresita. Sign up online and return the cards to Mass this weekend or to the school by Monday Dec 13. Thank you for your consistent generosity!
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Day of Service Planning
We meet monthly and our next meeting is on Wednesday, Dec 15 at 9am. Contact Karen for more information.
The 2022 Day of Service is Saturday, Apr 2. In its 9th year, the Day of Service provides an opportunity for parishioners and friends of all ages to serve at a variety of sites on the same day. Each year, a dedicated team works to set up the various placements, plan the gym projects, shop for needed supplies, promote the event, and register volunteers. Interested in helping to plan this year’s day? Learn more
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Our Lady of Guadalupe, Pray for Us!
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Our Lady Guadalupe Catholic School
3401 SW Myrtle St. Seattle, WA 98126
office 206-935-0651
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