Weekly Insider - February 5, 2021
Re-Enrollment for Returning Students
Thank you to the over 60% of the families who have either completed re-enrollment or are in the process of doing so. This is an important part of our planning for the next school year. As a reminder, the deadline to complete re-enrollment is Midnight, Monday, February 8, 2021. Please visit the Re-Enrollment Resources page on the school website for additional links and information.
Virtual Steps For Students
The Annual Steps For Students 5K Race supporting Catholic schools is going virtual this year! There are two different options to participate and support Catholic Education. A portion of the registration fees for either option below come back to St. Cecilia Catholic School to help support various campus programs.

Virtual 5K
You and your family members can run your own route anytime between February 20 and March 6!
$20.00 Race Fee, price increases to $30.00 after January 31st.

Hit the Snooze For Students
Support Catholic schools without running the race! Register to Hit the Snooze and you will still receive the official race t-shirt shirt but will not receive a bib or race medal.
$18.00 Registration Fee, price increases to $28.00 after January 31st.

Register to either participate in the virtual event or to hit the snooze button here!
 2021 Book Fair and Read-A-Thon: February 22nd – 26th
“Paws for Books: Come. Stay. Read a Great Tale”
Mark your calendars for our “Paws for Books” Book Fair, February 22-26. We are so excited about our book fair this year, which will be different from previous fairs. It will be a virtual fair, and shopping will be online. We have several fun activities planned for Book Fair week.

“Paws for Books" Photo Collage of St. Cecilia students reading to, or with, their pets. Take a picture of your child reading to, or with, your pet. Email the picture to efostey@saintcecilia.org. Please include your child’s name and pet’s name in your email. Deadline: Thursday, February 11th.

Read-A-Thon!
We are excited to announce our second annual Read-A-Thon being held in conjunction with the school’s Annual Book Fair from Monday, February 22nd - Friday, February 26th. The purpose of both the Book Fair and Read-A-Thon is to promote literacy and also to support the school and HSA. Proceeds go straight to support educational programs like STREAM and Student Enrichment days, such as Astronomy Night, Cultural day, and the recent visit of the Houston Grand Opera. Click here for more Read-A-Thon Information & Resources.

Book Fair & Read-A-Thon Events:
  • Monday, February 22nd: Kick off
  • Tuesday, February 23rd: Cozy up with a Book – wear pajamas
  • Wednesday, February 24th: Read to a “friend” – bring a stuffed animal to school
  • Thursday, February 25th: Dress up as your favorite book character
  • Friday, February 26th: Wrap up
St. Cecilia Spring Sports
Please see the presentation shared at this past Wednesday night's Parents and Coaches Zoom meeting. The presentation has details about each sport including coach information. For questions please contact Athletic Coordinator Sammy Chaffee.



February HSA Meeting
The monthly HSA meeting for February will be held Tuesday, February 9th at 8:30am. The Zoom link for the meeting will be sent out Tuesday morning. The meeting will be recorded and then shared in the February 12th Insider.
Upgrades to Campus Security Update
Over the next two weeks, St. Cecilia Catholic School will be completing additional campus security upgrades with the installation of new doors and security gates at various entry points throughout campus. Please pardon our dust as we make these important upgrades to our campus security. While doors are being replaced, uniformed police officers will be on campus to monitor entry points.
Parish Spring Sports
St. Cecilia Sports Association is offering T-Ball, Baseball, and Softball once again this Spring for students in PK- 5th grade. We compete in the WHCSA league against other area churches, parishes, and schools. Each team practices one day a week; however, school sports are going on at the same time, which could affect practices. Games are on Saturday's from March 27-May 15. Come join the fun and sign-up today!

*Please note that once you register, your child(ren) will automatically be put on a waitlist until there are enough players to form a team. Once a team is formed, you will receive an email to complete your registration.

Due to COVID-19, there will be different procedures in place for games and practices. Please be aware that the season could be subject to change due to the WHSCA League and the Archdiocese of Galveston Houston.
HSA Caring Committee
If you are experiencing a hardship of any kind please contact the HSA Caring Committee for support or prayer requests. They are here to help!

The HSA Caring Committee is a volunteer group that supports St. Cecilia Catholic School families who are dealing with illness, death, or crisis.
Prayers for Our St. Cecilia Catholic Community
Healing Prayers:

  • Denyse Di Miele, Mother of Emma and Valentina Vitale
Our mission at St Cecilia Catholic School is the ongoing Catholic formation and education of the whole child in mind, heart, and spirit, in preparation for an adult life of commitment and service.