By Emma Oros, 2013

Every year, the last week of January is a very special week for Catholic Schools. Catholic School’s Week is a time to celebrate our faith through both academics and service. This week has brought us many special schedules and activities. Monday was Student Appreciation Day and all of the students dressed down and received Smiley cookies in homeroom. The Character Committee passed out smiley pins in the hallways to brighten everyone’s day as well. Tuesday was Faculty/Staff Appreciation Day and the adults dressed down and received a free lunch in the teacher’s room during periods 4-7. A “Thank You” video was shown in homeroom to thank the staff for all of their hard work. Wednesday was OLSH Appreciation Day and it was mass schedule for Academic Challenge. The Teachers beat the seniors in a tight final round. Thursday was Faith Appreciation Day and it was mass schedule again. Tomorrow is Community Appreciation Day and there will be a 40-Minute-End-of-Day schedule. There will be icebreaker activities in the gym and a treat to celebrate our Middle States Accreditation. Junior Laura Christoff said, “I always look forward to Catholic School’s Week!” We all love Catholic Schools Week!