Extracurricular Activities & Athletics

Co-Curricular Classes:

Library/Media Center

Exposing children to literature is an integral part of developing reading skills and a lifelong love for reading. Students are provided the opportunity to check out library books throughout the week and/or take Accelerated Reader Tests. Our media specialist focuses on computer-based skills such as typing and Internet safety.

Music

Students at the 4-6 Campus attend music class each week.  Classes are devoted to music terms, elements, singing, and keyboarding skills. Liturgical music is introduced and taught to encourage students to actively and consciously participate in liturgical worship as a means of praying and praising God. Through the “Bluegrass in the Schools” instrument program students are given lessons on the banjo, mandolin, guitar, and fiddle. 

Art

There is a long tradition within the Church that recognizes the longing to create beauty in collaboration with the Creator and to give expression by a means other than with words alone.  Young students love to express their individuality and creativity through art. Students at the 4-6 Campus go to Art Class for one hour each week. Students use many different mediums, techniques, and processes for creating art.

Extra-Curricular Activities:

  • Academic Team- Students in grades 4, 5, and 6 may participate in this program, which enhances their knowledge in all curriculum areas.  Academic team members compete in district and regional competitions.
  • Future Problem Solving- Students in grades 4, 5, and 6 are given the opportunity to participate in this program.  Team members work on developing problem-solving skills directed toward a specific prompt.  Future Problem Solving members participate in district, regional, and state competitions.
  • Choir
  • Aces Crusaders- this is a group for 6th-grade students where they learn to be role models for their peers and younger students while sharing Christ’s love with others through service projects

Elementary Athletic Programs:

The mission statement of the Owensboro Catholic Elementary Athletics program encourages a student to become an ideal youth, firmly loyal to God, Church, and the community.  The goal of the athletic program is to promote good sportsmanship, respect for rules, and self-discipline among its contestants.  Students have the opportunity to participate in the following athletic programs:

  • Girls Softball
  • Boys Basketball
  • Girls Basketball
  • Cheerleading
  • Girls Volleyball
  • Football
  • Cross Country
  • Tennis

After-School Program

After School Program is offered daily from 2:30 until 5:30. The 4-6 Campus has a fully qualified and trained staff. A discount is offered for multiple children in the same family. A snack is offered, homework assistance is available, and activities are planned to engage all students.

Communication

Parents are kept informed and updated on everything that is going on at school through:

  • OCS Website– The OCS website is updated  with a calendar of events, lunch menu, and highlights and pictures of activities that have taken place at school- owensborocatholic.org
  • Weekly e-mail announcements – Every Sunday, the principal sends out an email announcement to parents on upcoming events, activities, and reminders.  Anyone wishing to receive these can sign up by giving a current e-mail address.
  • Weekly Classroom Newsletter– Teachers of students in grades 4, 5, and 6th send home a weekly newsletter to parents, informing them of upcoming tests, weekly homework, and curriculum highlights
  • Parent–Teacher Conferences- Formal conferences are scheduled at the end of the first quarter; parents may request a conference with their child’s teacher at any time throughout the year
  • Progress Reports- Report cards go home every 9-weeks. Mid-term reports are sent home at the mid-point of each 9-weeks for students earning below a C average.  Parents are encouraged to be current with their child’s grades through FACTS.
  • FACTS – This program assists parents in observing their child’s grades and progress in each subject area. 
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