| Thurs. 05/29
8th Grade Honor Roll & Graduation Rehearsal
Check Grades/Progress Reports
Chess
Amazing Athletes
Fri. 05/30
8:15 a.m. 8th Grade Graduation Mass in the Church
Mon. 06/02
Band
Choir
Coding
Soccer
Tues. 06/03
School Mass 8:15 a.m. hosted by 3rd Grade in the Church. All are welcome.
Karate
Wed. 06/04
Italian (Last class)
Thurs. 06/05
Amazing Athletes (last class)
Fri. 06/06
End of 4th Quarter
11:00 a.m. PK3 Graduation in Church / No Aftercare for PK3
EARLY DISMISSAL 12:15 P.M. FOR GRADES PRE-K4 - 7TH
AFTERCARE OPEN UNTIL 5:15 P.M.
Mon. 06/09
Pentecost Retreat
Choir
Coding (last class)
Soccer (last class)
Tues. 06/10
Field Trips: 3rd, 6th, and 7th Grades
Wed. 06/11
Report Cards Live under
eLocker in PlusPortals
Variety Show
Thurs. 06/12
8:15 a.m. 4th Quarter Honor Roll Assembly in the Church
11:00 a.m. Pre-K4 Graduation in Church / No Aftercare for Pre-K4
Spelling Bee & Dance Party
EARLY DISMISSAL 12:15 P.M. FOR GRADES K-7TH
AFTERCARE OPEN UNTIL 3:00 P.M.
Fri. 06/13
8:15 a.m. School Mass and Kindergarten Graduation
School is dismissed for
the summer directly from
the Church
LAST DAY OF SCHOOL!
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FIRST DAY OF 2025-26 SCHOOL YEAR
Tuesday, August 26th
DRAFT 2025-26 SCHOOL YEAR CALENDAR
The following 2025-26 school dates are pending approval from the Archdiocese of Washington:
Thanksgiving Break: classes end at 12:15 p.m. dismissal November 25th; classes resume December 2nd
Christmas Break: classes end at 12:15 p.m. on December 19th; classes resume January 5th
Easter Break: classes end 12:15 p.m. on April 1st; classes resume April 13th
Last Day of School: June 12, 2026
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| NEWS FROM THE SCHOOL
After Easter, 8th Graders explored kinetic and potential energy changes and how they can be converted.
In the spirit of Pope Francis' Laudato Si, OLV welcomed nine new trees to the MacArthur Blvd hillside planted by Casey Trees Urban Foresters. They are native species, including a willow oak dedicated to the 175th Anniversary of the founding of the school by the Sisters of Notre Dame. Sr. Mary Frances Tymans visited the OLV students and reflected on the tree-themed prayer service from Catholic Schools Week. Additionally, we concluded National Poetry Month with students sharing original poems, as well as new found favorites.
Mrs. Katie Sague, our vice-principal, received the Sisters of Notre Dame Gospel Witness Award. This national recognition is given in honor of witnessing Jesus' spirit of compassion, hope, and joy by nurturing the SND charism, spirit, and mission in the community. Katie is a truly deserving person, and OLV is very proud!
To practice writing directions in order, Kindergarten students made a classic fresh-squeezed citrus beverage, talked about the importance of sequencing, and wrote down the steps in order.
Our 2nd Graders recently received the Sacrament of First Communion. It was a beautiful day!
Our 3rd Graders had a mid-week minute to share some joy when students created parachutes. Our 5th Graders celebrated Cinco de Mayo and explored the phases of the moon.
We all wished Fr. Andy a Happy 60th Birthday!
We celebrated our three top finishers in the Catholic Math League. Every team did well in the Mid-Atlantic Division, and our 4th Grade team was kept from the top spot by a mere three points!
Early Childhood students enjoyed Splash Day, while 1st and 2nd Graders enjoyed a day at the Gulf Branch Nature Center where they learned about the local ecosystem.
Students were excited to learn all about the Conclave and celebrate the election of our new Pope! May God bless Pope Leo XIV, today and always.
Thank you to the Most Reverend Menjivar and Fr. Andy for a beautiful Confirmation Mass for our 7th and 8th Graders.
Arts Night celebrated the fine and performing arts!
All grades participated in a fabulous Field Day! Great teamwork and sportsmanship were displayed throughout the day.
We prayed the rosary daily, and Early Childhood hosted a May Crowning for their moms and special friends.
See the photos on Instagram: olvschooldc
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| PARKING: FRIDAY, MAY 30TH
Friendly reminder: On Friday, May 30th we will celebrate the graduation of our 8th Graders. Please bear in mind that the families of our 8th Grade class and their guests will need to park in the lot for Mass and Commencement Exercises.
If you have an older student (3rd Grade and above), please consider dropping off your child in the lot rather than using a parking space. This will help to ensure that there are spaces for families with the youngest children and those arriving for Graduation.
Free morning Care opens at 7:30 a.m. if you would like to drop your child at school a few minutes early.
We appreciate your understanding and kindly ask you to plan accordingly, give yourself a few extra minutes for arrival, and be patient with yourself and others on Friday.
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| FIELD DAY THANK YOU!
Many thanks to Mr. Hogg for organizing last week's Field Day!
Thank you to the 3rd Grade parents for a lovely teacher breakfast and also to Shivani and Jerome Hanson plus the Pre-K4 families for the Field Day treats and refreshments.
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| This week's article talks about -
ALSO...
Below is a link from Early Stages that highlights the importance of reading at a young age.
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| 8TH GRADE SCHEDULE
Thursday, May 29th: 8th Grade Honor Roll and Graduation Rehearsal / 12:00 p.m. dismissal for 8th Grade only
Friday, May 30th: 8th Grade Graduation & Mass at 8:15 a.m.
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| END OF YEAR MAP RESULTS
Individual end of year MAP score reports will be sent home this week in an envelope for students in Grades K-8.
If you do not receive the test results, please notify your child's teacher.
You do NOT need to return the envelope.
The following are links to resources for families to interpret results:
NWEA MAP GROWTH RESOURCES
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| OLV VARIETY SHOW: JUNE 11TH
The Variety Show will take place during school hours on Wednesday, June 11th. There is a piano and microphone available, but students must supply any other desired equipment. This includes music, props, etc.
This is a very casual event, but please review content for appropriateness and safety with your child(ren) before they sign up.
Act submissions will be accepted through Wednesday, June 4th.
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| UPCOMING HALF-DAYS & AFTERCARE:
FRIDAY, JUNE 6TH AND THURSDAY, JUNE 12TH
Friday, June 6th is a 12:15 p.m. dismissal for students in Grades Pre-K4-7th. (NO AFTERCARE FOR PK3)
AND...
Thursday, June 13th is a 12:15 p.m. dismissal for students in Grades K-7th. (NO AFTERCARE FOR Pre-K4)
Aftercare will close at 5:15 p.m. on Friday, June 6th and at 3:00 p.m. on Thursday, June 12th.
Registered full-time and registered drop-in aftercare students ONLY, will be allowed to order from Papa John's and District Rico through our Lunch Link provider.
* PLEASE DO NOT ORDER PAPA JOHN'S OR DISTRICT RICO FOR YOUR CHILD FOR THE DATES ABOVE IF THEY DO NOT USUALLY ATTEND AFTERCARE. *
PLEASE SUBMIT YOUR ORDERS WITH LUNCH LINK BEFORE 1:00 P.M. ON THURSDAY, JUNE 5TH AND 1:00 P.M. ON WEDNESDAY, JUNE 11TH.
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Registration is free, and there is no obligation!
- Select Register to create an account.
- Select Your School by name.
- Set up a profile for each child by selecting Add Profile.
- Select Order Now to view menus and place orders.
- Enter your credit/debit card information to pay securely online.
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| INFORMATION ABOUT SUMMER WORK - RISING STUDENTS 1ST THROUGH 8TH
Students returning to OLV next year will receive their summer language arts and math assignments from their teachers. This information will also be posted on the OLV website for your convenience.
Completed summer work is to be returned on the first day of school and will be included as part of students' first
quarter math and reading grades.
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| OLV GALA: SAVE THE DATE: FRIDAY, DECEMBER 5TH
We are thrilled to announce that our 2025 Gala planning is underway. Please save the date for Friday, December 5, 2025.
More details will be shared in the coming months.
If your local business would be willing to serve as a sponsor to the Gala or if you have a vacation property that you would be willing to donate to our silent auction, please let us know!
All forms of assistance to the Gala efforts are welcome.
Thank you for your support of OLV!
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| OLV CYO END OF SEASON COACH’S DINNER
Our 2024/2025 CYO athletic program was a great success. We continue to have great participation among our athletes and coaches. This year we fielded teams in soccer, cross country, basketball, and track and field.
All past and interested future coaches are invited to join in an end of season dinner on Monday, June 9th at Hess from 6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. We will review things that were successful this year and areas we can improve in preparation for the 2025 season. Pizza and beverages will be served.
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| 4TH QUARTER REPORT CARDS
PK3 through 7th Grade report cards will be issued Wednesday, June 11th, in PlusPortals in the E-locker to all families with current tuition accounts.
Please check PlusPortals now for the accuracy of your child's attendance as changes cannot be made after the quarter closes.
Please note that PlusPortals will be inaccessible to parents
and students from 12:00 p.m. on Friday, June 6th, until
Wednesday, June 11th for grade calculation and verification.
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| SUMMER BIRTHDAYS
Students whose date of birth occurs during the summer months may celebrate their birthdays at school any day between now and June 12th (if they haven't already done so).
Please arrange a date with your homeroom teacher.
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| PK3, Pre-K4 & KINDERGARTEN: END OF YEAR
SCHEDULE
PK3: Friday, June 6th: Graduation at 11:00 a.m. in Church. Last day of school for PK3. No Aftercare for PK3.
Pre-K4: Thursday, June 12th: Graduation at 11:00 a.m in Church. Last day of school for Pre-K4. No Aftercare for Pre-K4.
Kindergarten: Friday, June 13th: Graduation at 8:15 a.m.
school Mass. This is also the last day of school for the 2024-25 school year.
Families and students of PK3 and Pre-K4 are welcome to join Grades K through 7th on their final day of school Friday, June 13th for 8:15 a.m. school Mass and Kindergarten graduation.
School will be dismissed for the summer immediately following Mass directly from the church.
Graduation Dress Code: Sunday Best for Mass
All students MUST have adult supervision.
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| LAST WEEK OF SCHOOL SCHEDULE: 1ST THROUGH 7TH GRADES
Monday, June 9th-Wednesday, June 11th: regular school
days.
Thursday, June 12th: 4th Quarter Honor Roll Assembly &
12:15 p.m. dismissal. Last day of Aftercare: Closes at 3:00 p.m.
Friday, June 13th: 8:15 a.m. school Mass and Kindergarten
graduation, plus Awards Ceremony for Grades 1-7.
School will be dismissed for the summer immediately following Mass directly from the church.
All students MUST have adult supervision.
NO Aftercare will be available.
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| YEARBOOK: 2024-2025 SY
Each family will receive a complimentary copy of the 2024-25 yearbook.
Additional copies can be purchased at $20 each.
If you would like to order an additional copy, please email Mrs. Kat Marongiu Buonaiuti at art@olvschooldc.org.
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| FLYNNO'HARA MOVING LOCATIONS IN ROCKVILLE!
FlynnO'Hara has officially moved their Rockville, MD store to a bigger & better location! Store hours and location can be found on the store's new page CLICK HERE.
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| NEW SUMMER MASS SCHEDULE
Starting Memorial Day, the only daily Mass will be at 11:30 a.m. until Labor Day.
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| PENTECOST MASS
Pentecost is Sunday, June 8th. Pentecost is celebrated on the 50th day after Easter and commemorates when the Holy Spirit descended on the Apostles. It is considered the birthday of the Church because it marked the “commissioning” or sending-forth of the Apostles to preach to all nations.
In recognition of this extraordinary gift, the Prayer of the Faithful will be read in the diverse languages of the parish.
Come join us!
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| FATHER'S DAY MASS
Our Lady of Victory will celebrate Father’s Day on Sunday, June 15th. If you would like a father’s name to be included in our Mass enrollment and Sunday bulletin, please return the offering envelope now available at the church entrances or the Rectory office.
The envelope includes a special card to give that special father in your life.
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| PARISH PILGRIMAGE TO SETON SHRINE
As part of the Jubilee Year, Our Lady of Victory will journey together on pilgrimage to the National Shrine of St. Elizabeth Ann Seton in Emmitsburg, MD on Saturday, September 13th.
Please consult the parish website (www.olvparishdc.org) for updates on this wonderful experience of prayer, education, and fellowship we will share together as a parish.
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| JOIN THE OLV PARISH
If you are interested in joining our parish, please click here for complete details.
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| SUNDAY PARISH BULLETIN
If you would like to receive an electronic version of the weekly bulletin and email updates/blasts from the parish, please sign-up here online.
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