| Thurs. 03/13
Check Grade and Progress Reports
National Latin Exam
LEGOs
Fri. 03/14
8:00 a.m. Parent Rosary
8:15 a.m. Stations of the Cross in Church
Pi Day - Free Dress (Math Symbols)
Sat. 03/15
Catholic High School Fair
Mon. 03/17
St. Patrick's Day - Free Dress
Join us for Irish Dancing performance at 8:15 a.m. Assembly
Band
Choir
Coding
Soccer
Tues. 03/18
School Mass 8:15 a.m. hosted by 2nd Grade in the Church. All are welcome.
Karate
Wed. 03/19
7th Grade Field Trip
Hockey
Italian
Thurs. 03/20
Amazing Athletes
Fri. 03/21
8:00 a.m. Parent Rosary
8:15 a.m. Stations of the Cross in Church
End of 3rd Qtr
12:15 P.M. EARLY DISMISSAL
AFTERCARE OPEN UNTIL 5:15 P.M.
Family Service Project: Martha's Table from 2:00 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Mon. 03/24
2nd Grade Field Trip
Band
Choir
Coding
Soccer
Tues. 03/25
School Mass 8:15 a.m. hosted by 1st Grade in the Church. All are welcome.
Karate
Wed. 03/26
Open House at 9:00 a.m. for prospective families
Hockey
Italian
Thurs. 03/27
9:00 a.m. Adoration for the Jubilee Year. All are welcome.
Report Cards Issued
Amazing Athletes
Fri. 03/28
NO SCHOOL - PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT DAY
Mon. 03/31
Band
Choir
Coding
Soccer
Tues. 04/01
School Mass 8:15 a.m. hosted by 8th Grade in the Church. All are welcome.
National Spanish Exam
Sewing
Karate
Wed. 04/02
National Spanish Exam
9:30 a.m. Reconciliation
Tennis
Italian
Thurs. 04/03
National Spanish Exam
LEGOs
Amazing Athletes
Fri. 04/04
8:00 a.m. Parent Rosary
8:15 a.m. Stations of the Cross in Church
8:30 a.m. 6th & 7th Grade High School Admissions
Sun. 04/06
Lenten Food Drive
10:30 a.m. CYO Blessing Mass
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FIRST DAY OF 2025-26 SCHOOL YEAR
Tuesday, August 26th
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| 🎶 TAKE ME OUT TO THE BALL GAME! 🎶
ALL SCHOOL WASHINGTON NATIONALS GAME: SATURDAY, APRIL 5th AT 4:05 PM
The 3rd Grade class is pleased to host this year's family event at Nationals Park as the Nats take on the Arizona Diamondbacks.
We have 100 tickets available for families.
Please email Susan Landaluce (Jude.Landa@gmail.com) by Thursday, March 20th with the number of tickets you would like to reserve (one adult per student).
Tickets will be distributed via the MLB Ballpark app, so please ensure you have downloaded the app from the Apple App Store or Google Play Store.
Additional instructions will be provided once the tickets have been reserved.
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| END OF Q3 REPORT CARDS
Friday, March 21st is the end of the 3rd Quarter. Report cards will be issued the following week in PlusPortals in the eLocker to all families with current tuition accounts.
You may check your child's attendance in PlusPortals to ensure its accuracy. Please note that any needed changes to attendance can only be made prior to report cards being issued. Please contact the school front office with any issues by email (admin@olvschooldc.org).
Please note that PlusPortals will be inaccessible to parents and students from March 21st until March 27th for grade calculation and verification.
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Please do not hesitate to reach out with any questions or concerns.
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| LAST CALL OLV BOOK FAIR: CLOSES TOMORROW, MARCH 13TH
Our Scholastic Book Fair is open!
Hess auditorium has been transformed into a magical book store filled with reading and fun.
Date and Time:
Thursday, March 13th: 8:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
E-Wallets
Book Fair E-Wallets are a cash-free, digital payment account for purchases at the fair. Family and friends contribute funds then students can choose their own books. It’s convenient, simple, and secure.
Cash, checks and credit cards are also accepted.
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| LAST CALL: MAGNUS CHESS ACADEMY - GRADES K-5TH
Registration is now open for OLV's after school Chess Club.
Start Date: March 13th (10 sessions)
Thursdays: 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
The new spring season dates are:
March 13th, 20th, and 27th
April 3rd and 10th
May 1st, 8th, 15th, 22nd, and 29th
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| 2025 CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL FAIR
The Catholic High School Fair will take place this Saturday, March 15th at Catholic University from 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
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| ACTIVE PLAY ENRICHMENT
Active Play is bringing back Sewing Club / Tennis Club / Lego Club to OLV this season for after-school enrichment - join us this spring! Programs are for grades K-5. If you are interested in signing-up, please complete this form. Class will take place at Our Lady of Victory and is sponsored by Active Play (details below). The first day of the programs start the week of March 31st and complete the week of May 26th.
Program: Sewing (Grades K-5)
Start Date: April 1st (7 Sessions)
Tuesdays: 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Dates: 04/01, 04/8, 04/15, 04/29, 05/06, 05/13, and 05/20
Cost: $240
Course Description: Sewing Club: Stitch, Create, and Learn!
Join us for an exciting 8-week Sewing Club, where students will learn the basics of hand-sewing while creating their very own sewing kit! Meeting once a week for one hour, this hands-on club will teach fundamental sewing skills, including threading a needle, basic stitches, and sewing simple projects.
Each week, students will build confidence and creativity as they complete fun and practical sewing projects, all leading up to a fully stocked sewing kit they can use for future creations. This club is perfect for beginners and young crafters who love to make things with their hands!
Come ready to stitch, create, and have fun!
Program: Tennis (Grades K-5)
Start Date: April 2nd (7 Sessions)
Wednesdays: 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Dates: 04/02, 04/9, 04/16, 04/30, 05/07, 05/14, and 05/21
Cost: $200
Course Description: Tennis Club: Learn, Play, and Have Fun!
Join us for an exciting 8-week Tennis Club, where students will learn the fundamentals of tennis in a fun and supportive environment! Meeting once a week for one hour, this club is perfect for beginners and young athletes looking to develop their skills.
Each session will focus on essential techniques such as proper grip, footwork, and basic strokes, while also incorporating fun games and drills to improve coordination and agility. Through engaging activities and friendly matches, students will build confidence, teamwork, and a love for the game.
No experience is necessary—just bring your energy and enthusiasm, and get ready to hit the court!
Program: LEGOs (Grades K-5)
Start Date: April 3rd (7 Sessions)
Thursdays: 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Dates: 04/03, 04/10, 04/17, 05/01, 05/08, 05/15, and 05/22
Cost: $245
Course Description: LEGO Club: Build, Create, and Explore!
Join us for an exciting 8-week LEGO Club, where creativity, problem-solving, and teamwork come to life! Meeting once a week for one hour, students will have the opportunity to build unique creations, tackle fun challenges, and explore engineering concepts—all while having a blast with friends.
Each session will feature a new theme or challenge, encouraging students to think outside the box and develop critical thinking skills in a fun, hands-on environment. Whether they’re designing towering skyscrapers, building speedy race cars, or crafting imaginative worlds, this club is perfect for young LEGO enthusiasts of all skill levels.
Come ready to build, create, and let your imagination soar!
Please submit one form per student by 5:00 p.m. on March 24th.
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| UPDATE: OLV TRACK AND FIELD TEAM
Track is back!
Register here for OLV's seven-time defending league-champion track and field team. All children in Kindergarten through 8th Grade may join.
Practices will be Thursdays from 4:30 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. starting March 20th and meets will be Sunday afternoons on March 30, April 6, April 13, April 27, May 4, May 11 and May 18.
The team is a fun way for the kids to spend time together after school and burn off some energy! There are plenty of running and field events to choose from (sprints, long distance, long jump, javelin, shot put and discus). You don't have to attend every practice and meet -- just whatever works with your schedule.
We would love to have more VIRTUS-certified assistant coaches join us as well. Track and field experience is not required, but experience in the shot put, discus or long jump, or a willingness to learn and teach these skills, would be a plus!
Go Victory!
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| VOLUNTEER SURVEY
Parents, please take a moment to complete our brief survey about volunteer opportunities at OLV for the 2025-26 school year.
Parental involvement and volunteerism are vital to our school's success, and our parents are one of our biggest assets.
We are in need of room parents, H.S.A. event coordinators, and parents willing to take the lead on the Gala.
We are very grateful for your help!
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| UNIFORM REMINDERS
We appreciate your support in helping our students follow our uniform dress code.
Some friendly reminders:
Shoes
All Students PK3-8th - Shoes with flashing lights or sound effects are not permitted. Please also avoid open toe, canvas or other casual shoes made from lightweight materials as they provide little protection on the playground.
Boys and Girls (Grades 1-8): Black, dark brown or navy, substantial shoes appropriate for uniform use (heels no higher than one inch).
Boots, sandals, shoes with stripes, markings or colored soles are not allowed.
Athletic shoes are to be worn only with the P.E. uniform.
Belts
Navy Flynn & O’Hara pants with black, dark brown or navy leather belt.
Earrings/Jewelry
A limit of one stud earring in the lobe of each ear is permitted.
Make-up/Nail Polish
· Make-up, including lip stick/gloss, is not permitted.
· Colored nail polish or French/American manicured nails are not permitted.
· Nail tips or artificial nails are not permitted.
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| CATHOLIC RELIEF SERVICES RICE BOWL
During Lent, OLV is participating in CRS Rice Bowl, a faith-in-action program that invites us to reflect on the challenges of global hunger - and our responsibility to respond to the needs of our global human family.
Please consider these suggestions in your family's Lenten plan:
- Use your CRS Rice Bowl and Lenten Calendar daily to guide your prayer, fasting and almsgiving.
- Rice Bowls are being sent home with students this week. If you do not have a Rice Bowl, print this DIY Rice Bowl Label and adhere it to a container.
- Use this Lenten Calendar each day to practice the Lenten pillars of prayer, fasting and almsgiving.
- Read the Stories of Hope and daily reflections to inspire your Lenten journey—and guide your Lenten almsgiving.
- Prepare simple, meatless meals on the Fridays of Lent to eat in solidarity with our brothers and sisters around the world.
- Visit crsricebowl.org to watch videos of the people and communities you support through your Lenten gifts to CRS Rice Bowl.
We will collect your CRS Rice Bowls at the end of Lent.
Thank you for participating in CRS Rice Bowl with your family!
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| AMAZING ATHLETES - SPRING SESSION
Super Soccer Stars will run two age groups: Pre-K3 through Pre-K4 & K through 2nd.
Start Date: March 27th
Thursdays: 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
The new spring season dates are:
March 27th
April 3rd and 10th
May 1st, 8th, 15th, 22nd, and 29th
COST: $176 (8 classes)
$35 registration fee includes a soccer jersey
Username: OLV
Password: sportsfun
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| SUPER SOCCER STARS - SPRING SESSION
Super Soccer Stars will run two age groups: Pre-K3 through Pre-K4 -and- K through 2nd.
Start Date: March 31st
Mondays: 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
The new spring season dates are:
March 31st
April 7th, 14th, and 28th
May 5th, 12th, and 19th
June 2nd
COST: $176 (8 classes)
$35 registration fee includes a soccer jersey
Username: OLV
Password: sportsfun
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| CODING CLASS
Minecraft Code: Superheroes (1st-5th)
Mondays: 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Start Date: Monday, March 31st (8 Sessions)
In this class, students will learn coding fundamentals and use them to create powerful superheroes with special abilities. Each class creates a new opportunity for our coders to save the Minecraft world against a new danger!
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| ACTIVE PLAY 2025 SUMMER CAMP @ OLV: REGISTRATION NOW OPEN
Summer camp at OLV by Active Play is for kids ages 3-12 and runs from June 9th - August 22nd
Kids will enjoy a variety of different activities: hockey, soccer, basketball, wiffle ball, Gaga ball, frisbee golf, capture the flag, fencing, kickball, archery, GO KARTS (!!!), a bounce house, water balloons, slip and slide, necklace making and arts and crafts. Both half day (9-12) and full day (9-3) and NEW: After Care 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. options available for campers!
OLV PROMO: All OLV Families will receive 10% off discount, please email to get information on the discount!
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| CYO SPORTS PHOTOS NEEDED
Do you have any photos from CYO soccer, cross country and/or basketball? Photos from all of these sports are needed for the yearbook. Please email any photos, especially team photos, to Mrs. Marongiu Buonaiuti at art@olvschooldc.org. Thank you!
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| CONFIRMATION FAMILIES - "CUP OF JOE" SERVICE PROJECT
This is a reminder that all Confirmandi and at least one parent are expected to participate in our Lenten service project this coming Sunday, March 16th, from 9:30 a.m. to 10:15 a.m. in Hess Auditorium. Please note the new shortened time.
"Cup of Joe" provides vital personal hygiene and food for the disadvantaged in our local community and is done in partnership with Catholic Charities.
The signup is now available for your family to choose what to bring for the care packages. You are free to sign up for more than one item and your generosity is greatly appreciated!
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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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