Grandparents Day is a staple of OLL Catholic Schools Week Events. For years, grandparents have enjoyed spending the day with their loved ones at Our Lady of Lourdes, beginning with our School-led Mass, followed by breakfast, a reception in the Conmy Center, and finally a tour of the school and fun games in the classrooms. We are so thankful for all of the Grandparents who joined us for this special occasion! For those who would like to but have not yet had a chance to donate to our Annual Fund, you may do so right here on our website. This More...
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08
Feb
2013
Grandparents Day
11
Jan
2013
Growing Up at OLL
Yesterday, our pre-Kindergarten students joined the rest of the student body at our Thursday School Mass for the very first time. Clinging tight to the hands of their 7th Grade “Buddies,” our littlest students tiptoed into the church and took their places in the right hand pews. After many practices of walking to the church, sitting quietly, kneeling, and rehearsing Mass responses, our EC4 students were more than ready to make their school Mass debut. Father Gary commented on the wonderful blessing of having our whole school together for worship, also commending the excellent participation of our 31 EC4 students. More...
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07
Sep
2012
Back to School – Recap!
When the doors opened at 6:15, parents were already lined up outside the Conmy Center to sign in for this year’s Back to School Night. Teachers cheerfully served as registrars, distributing information and gifts to every school family. Representatives from Fall Festival and Saints & Sinners staffed information tables, assisting parents in becoming further involved with our major school fundraisers. Inside the gym, our extra curricular organizations displayed information about enrichment opportunities from our students, including technology, dance, musical theatre, and athletics, recruiting both participants and coaches for various programs. Father Gary began the presentation with a prayer and blessing. More...
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19
Apr
2012
Classroom Concert
It was the last day of school before Spring Break, and students around the school were celebrating in the Easter spirit. Seventh grade relays occupied the soccer field, while buddy time with arts and crafts entertained students in the intermediate grades. All of the students at Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic School were enjoying themselves, but two particular classes were in for an extra special treat: a classroom rock concert. Mr. Rabuck, the father of Jonah in EC-4, came to the school to perform a private concert for our EC-4 and Kindergarten classes. The students were giddy with excitement as More...
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11
Nov
2011
Honoring our Veterans
We are at a time in our Nation’s history where many have made a sustained effort to separate God and nationalism. We hear of schools where students no longer learn the Pledge of Allegiance, with leaders concerned that hearing we are “one nation under God” may offend some. People debate the appropriateness of the phrase, “In God We Trust” on our currency, and folks think twice before singing “God Bless America” before sporting events. During this tumultuous time, we as Catholics can grow even stronger in our love for God and for our country. How blessed are we to live More...
Read moreOur Lady of Lourdes Catholic School students in the foreground, from left, Michaela Leonard, 13, Marisa Thompson, 14, Cole Steele, 13, and Nick Brunger, 13, were among many students who prepared peanut butter and jelly sandwiches Tuesday in the school’s cafeteria for residents of the Pinellas Hope shelter. Link to full article
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