OLS celebrates National Catholic Schools Week

Students at Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic School celebrated National Catholic Schools Week with several events and activities from Jan. 29-Feb. 5.

This year’s theme was “Communities of Faith, Knowledge and Service,” looking at Catholic education, communities within schools and faith-based institutions.

On Jan. 29, eighth-graders kicked off the week with a pep rally and sixth-graders traveled to The Cathedral of St. Paul in downtown Birmingham for Mass.

On Sunday, Jan. 31, students attended Mass at OLS and wrote letters of appreciation to their parishes.

During the week, students participated in activities that focused on education and honored anyone who contributes to the school’s success, including families, faculty and staff, volunteers, community supporters and local leaders. Each day, students had a prayer for the individuals they were celebrating.

Activities included a carnival, letter writing for community officials and parents, service projects, a talent show and other activities.

– Submitted by Mary Stephens Pugh.