Welcome to Our Lady of Fatima Catholic School. We are second oldest Catholic school in Galveston County. We want you to explore our new web site and help us to continue our vision and mission to educate Catholic and non-Catholic students in the heart of Texas City. Here are some ways to help us grow: volunteer, provide in-kind donations or donate to the Fatima Giving Fund.

We welcome and embrace learning about learning in a safe and nurturing environment embedded in Catholic identity and academic excellence in the heart of Texas City. 

Our Lady of Fatima Catholic School was founded in 1949 by the Sisters of Charity of the Incarnate Word.  Today, the Sisters of Charity of the Incarnate Word partner with St. Mary Miraculous Medal Catholic Church to continue the operation of Our Lady of Fatima School.  Our Lady of Fatima offers a comprehensive educational program for pre-school through 8th grade. The school operates under the Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston and is accredited by the Texas Catholic Conference Education Department.

Our Lady of Fatima remains committed to educating the students in spiritual values and honors the dignity and uniqueness of each student. We focus on providing a strong Catholic education in a warm and nurturing Christ-centered environment. Our Pre-K 3 through Kindergarten program offers an excellent Montessori-based curriculum while grades 1-8 provide accelerated and traditional instructional programs. All grades participate in Spanish, music, physical education, art, and technology courses. The students learn about the love and word of God and the necessity of sharing God’s love with all people through service to the community.
 

January 29, 2012 marks the beginning of Catholic Schools Week, the national celebration of what makes Catholic education exceptional and what we offer the families in our community. This year's theme is "Catholic Schools:  Faith.Academics.Service." The theme expresses our school's focus on learning about faith, striving for high academic standards, and serving our community. We have planned a variety of events for the entire school, community, parents, and parish to enjoy! Please join us!

Sunday, January 29, 2012
Faith.Academics.Service: In Our Parish
Family Mass Service @ 9:00 a.m.
Gratitude Project for Parish
This weekend, all Mass Services are led by the students.

Monday, January 30, 2012
Faith.Academics.Service:  In Our Community
Gratitude Project for Grandparents
"Goodies with Grandparents" 
7:15 a.m. - 7:45 a.m.
Scholastic Book Fair

Tuesday, January 31, 2012
Faith.Academics.Service:  In Our Students
"Principal for a Day" - Ryan
Gratitude Project for Moms
“Muffins with Moms"  
7:15 a.m. - 7:45 a.m.
Kukral Center
Scholastic Book Fair

Wednesday, February 1, 2012
Faith.Academics.Service:  In Our Nation
Gratitude Project for the Military
"Pastries with the Military" 
7:15 a.m. - 7:45 a.m.
Kukral Center
Mr. Hammonds, parishioner will serve as our guest speaker for sixth, seventh and eighth grade students at 8:00 a.m.
Scholastic Book Fair
The School Board members are sponsoring a breakfast for the teachers and staff.

Thursday, February 2, 2012
Faith.Academics.Service: In Our Vocations
Gratitude Project for Vocations and Dads
"Donuts with Dads"
7:15 - 7:45 a.m.
Kukral Center
International Night, 5:30 p.m.
Unveil the Scrips Program
Scholastic Book Fair

Friday, February 3, 2012
Faith.Academics.Service:  In Our Faculty, Staff and Volunteers
All-School Mass
“Pastries with Volunteers and Alumni”
7:15 a.m. - 7:45 a.m., Kukral Center
Scholastic Book Fair

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 18, 2012
8:30 a.m. - 5K
9:30 a.m. - 1K
University of Houston Robertson Stadium

Please  walk, run, donate, refer family and friends, or create a personal web site and link to the site below. 100% of the proceeds are returned to the school. 

Any pledges and registration fees collected by individual runners/walkers may be designated to benefit Our Lady of Fatima Catholic School.  All undesignated registration fees and pledge sponsorships will go to benefit the Archdiocesan Tuition Assistance Program.

Steps for Students is an opportunity for all members of the Faith community to work together to support education of mind, heart, and spirit in the many Catholic Schools of the Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston.

www.firstgiving.com/fundraiser/OurLadyofFatimaTexasCity/2012

PSAS (Private School Aid Service) provides a comprehensive service which handles all aspects of the financial aid application and verification process. The PSAS application is available at www.choosecatholicschools.org/tuition-assistance.html. This application should be downloaded and submitted with the required documents. Please mail the application and required documents to the specified address.  

March 30, 2012, First Deadline

June 15, 2012, Second Deadline

The Sheldon Simon scholarship application for K-8 is available online on February 2, 2012 and due by April 2, 2012. In addition, the PSAS application is required to evaluate the need for scholarship assistance. In mid-May, communication is sent to parents/guardians who submitted a Sheldon Simon application.   

We are having a Casino Night fundraiser on March 24, 2012 from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Pre-sale tickets are $20.00. The tickets at the door are $25.00.  Silent and Live Auctions!
 
Sponsorships are available for Casino Night:
Bronze, $125.00, 2 complimentary tickets provided
Silver, $250,00, 4 complimentary tickets provided
Gold, $500.00, 8 complimentary tickets provided
Platinum, $1,000.00, 16 complimentary tickets provided
 
The categories for table sponsorship are as follows:
 
Black Jack Table, $50.00
Roulette Table, $100.00
Dice Table, $100.00
 

First Prize, Apple IPAD 2
James Torres
Second Prize, $500 HEB Gift Card
Aimee Policano
Third Prize, $500 HEB Gift Card
Irma Cantu
Fourth Prize, $500 Southwest Airline Ticket Voucher
Mary Guillory
Fifth Prize, 26" Flat Screen TV
Eddie Barroso
Sixth Prize, HP Netbook
Edward Delao
Seventh Prize, $250 Visa Gift Card
Margorie Grady

On behalf of the teachers and staff, we thank you for the support of the Fall Festival. We are grateful to all who attended and participated in this wonderful event. Words cannot express our gratitude for your selfless acts of kindness.

	Morning Prayer Service Seventh Grade
	All-School Mass Friday, February 3, 2012 Seventh Grade
	Honor Roll Celebration During Morning Prayer Service January 30, 2012 Student of the Month Celebration During Morning Prayer Service January 31, 2012 Catholic Schools Week Begins Sunday, January 29, 2012 9:00 a.m. Family Mass Service First Reconcilation Meeting Saturday, February 4, 2012 10:30 a.m. St. Mary of the Miraculous Medal Catholic Church

Please view the Google calendar at the top of the web site. 

 This calendar has events from August, 2011 to May, 2012.
 

Student Council members are collecting used and new blankets for the St. Vincent DePaul Society. In addition, the organization is selling flowers for Valentine's Day. 

The Soccer team placed 4th in the league. We are proud of the students and look forward to next year. The Girl's Basketball team came in third place in a tournament at Holy Family.

Menu for Eighth Grade Fundraiser

Mass, 9:00 a.m. and 12:00 p.m.
Future Dates: February 5, March 4 and April 1, 2012

Thank you for helping to raise funds for the Washington D.C. trip.

Help raise money for our school and students by clipping Box Tops!

www.boxtops4education.com/