Family Learning

Middle School Final Exams

Middle school final exams are right around the corner. Click here to find a schedule of the “Exam Prep Days” and the specific content area test(s) that your child will be taking each day. Students will be given 1 hour and 15 minutes for each midterm with a 30 minute break in between midterms.  

Smart Families - Family Code Event

Families, you are invited to attend the Family Code on Thursday, April 25th, at 6:00 PM in the Community Center! This interactive presentation will encourage families to consider what they value and what that means for their lives. All grade-level families are welcome! Dinner is free for all who attend. Please RSVP via this link by Monday, April 22nd, and contact our counselors if you have any questions!

Learning Commons Literacy Corner

Please click here for our weekly Learning Commons Literacy Corner updates including the quote of the week, vocabulary word of the week, and the high frequency words of the week.

Solar Eclipse – April 8th 

On April 8, 2024, a total solar eclipse will cross North America, passing over Mexico, the United States, and Canada. More information can be found here regarding what a solar eclipse is, the expected path, and the historical significance of this event. Science teachers will be planning different learning activities in preparation for the day, and the school is organizing a solar watching event for students. We have purchased eclipse glasses for students that have been independently tested as compliant with ISO 12312-2:2015. Great care will be taken in helping the students make the most of this event, but viewing a solar eclipse is not without risk. If you would like your child to participate, please fill out this permission waiver by Friday, April 5th.

3rd Quarter Honor Roll

At St. Cecilia Catholic School we recognize students who have demonstrated exemplary achievement by naming them to the Principal’s Honor Roll or the Teacher’s Honor Roll. To achieve this distinction, students must meet the following expectations:

• Principal’s Honor Roll: all A’s in academic subjects, no less than Meeting Expectations in all Conduct, maximum one Developing Expectations in Effort or Personal Habits. 
• Teacher’s Honor Roll: all A’s, with no more than 2 B’s, and no less than Meeting Expectations in all Conduct, maximum one Developing Expectations in Effort or Personal Habits.

Achieving the honor roll takes hard work and commitment over time. It is no small feat. We are very proud of all of the students on the Principal’s and Teacher’s Honor Roll. Please click here for the honor roll list by grade level.

Auction Updates

Sponsorships and Program Ads

Still interested in purchasing a full or ½ page auction program ad featuring your business, your child's class, grade level, or school sports team? It’s not too late! Program ad purchasing is available through Wednesday, April 10 at noon. To purchase your ad space, or to learn more about auction program ad pricing, please click here! If you have already purchased an auction ad, please send all ad wording, artwork, company logos, etc. to Karen Billnoske. 

Auction Pre-Event Setup and Post Event Clean Up Volunteer Help Needed

We will need volunteer assistance on Friday, April 19th to assist with general event setup help, setting up Silent Auction rooms, and decorations setup in the Community Center. We will also need volunteer assistance on Monday, April 22nd to help break down and clean up the Community Center after the event. Please click here for the specific time slots to sign up to help volunteer. 

Please note: The Auction start time has changed from 5:30 to 6:00 PM so that it does not interfere with 5:00 PM Mass. Thank you for understanding!

Auction Sign-Up Parties

“You Had Me at Aloha” Couples Luau Party

Saturday, April 6, 2024

The Gaige’s Home, 7:00-11:00 PM

20 Couple Spots

$150 Per Couple

1st Grade Sleeping Bags and Slippers

Wednesday, April 17, 2024

St. Cecilia Gym, 3:45-5:30 PM

$50 Per Student 

Burn and Turn

Friday, April 26, 2024

Tejas Office Products, 6:00-11:00 PM

40 Dad Spots

$150 Per Person

Click here to sign up for an Auction Party.

April HSA Meeting – Tuesday, April 9th - 8:15AM

The HSA April Meeting is on Tuesday, April 9th, at 8:15AM. The meeting will be in person at school in the Makerspace Lab. The meeting will be recorded, and a link to the recording will be in next Friday’s Insider. All are welcome to attend.

Cheer Parent Welcome Meeting and Tryout Dates

Are you interested in joining the SCCS Cheerleading Team?! We would love to have you!! We welcome incoming 5th-7th grade girls interested in this fantastic opportunity! 

Mandatory Clinicals:

• Monday, April 22nd
• Wednesday, April 24th

Tryouts:

• Friday, April 26th - 3:45 - 5:45PM

Click here for more information. 

We Are Hiring!

We currently have several open positions to fill for the 2024 - 2025 school year including:

• Elementary Science and Social Studies Teacher
• Part-Time Literacy Coach
• Pre K - Classroom Teacher
• Elementary Classroom Teacher
• Religion Teacher
• Middle School ELA Classroom Teacher
• STREAM Integration Teacher 

If you are interested in working alongside our amazing teachers and staff, check out the open positions currently available and apply today! Please contact Cindy Orlando if you have questions.

6th Annual Day of Service - Tuesday, April 9

Come volunteer at St. Cecilia’s Spring Day of Service with Bayou City Blessings in a Backpack on Tuesday, April 9th, from 5-6 PM at Holy Spirit Episcopal Church, 12535 Perthshire Rd, Houston, TX 77024 (7 mins from SCCS). 20 volunteers are needed. Any age can participate, and babies are welcome. Volunteers are encouraged to wear red St. Cecilia spirit shirts. We will organize food and assemble weekend food bags for children living in food insecurity. If possible, please consider bringing a food donation of individually packaged goldfish snack crackers (1 oz). Click here to register.

Staff Nursery Part-Time Substitute Openings

We are looking to hire a few part-time substitutes for our staff nursery. This opportunity is perfect for parents looking for a casual chance to work a few hours during a given week. Click here to apply. For more information, please contact Mary Yokubaitis. 

Summer Camps at St. Cecilia

Summer Basketball Camps & Game Time

Join Coach Kinnick in the “cool” Gym for great basketball fun. Open to currently enrolled boy and girl students from Kindergarten through 8th Grade.

Camp Details: The basketballers will work on ballhandling, shooting, passing, defense, and court awareness. There will be skills, drills, competitions, and lots of fun. The camps also include a daily devotion (a few minutes each day for reflective thoughts and a prayer)

Game Time Details: Game Time is for middle school players who just want to play basketball games - whoever is present we divide up and play games!

Dates:

June 3rd - 7th Camps & Game Time

June 17th - 21st Camps & Game Time

June 24th - 28th Camps

Please click here for more information and registration.

Summer Mini Cheer Camp

Ready to kick off summer with your friends? Join us in celebrating the beginning of summer by attending our St. Cecilia Mini Cheer Summer Camp! Your child will enjoy four half days of camp filled with fun games, crafts, and a focus on cheerleading skills with our very own 2024-2025 St. Cecilia Catholic School cheerleading team and coaches. 

Dates: Monday, June 10th - Thursday, June 13th

Time: 12:30-3:30pm

Ages: Incoming Kinder-3rd Grade St. Cecilia Students

Cost: $200

Need a full day? Pair our half-day camp with St. Cecilia Vacation Bible School. We will pick them up from VBS and get them to Mini Cheer!

Please click here for more information and registration.

Love God's Will: The True Story of Fr. Ryan Stawaisz  

On April 8th, 2024, all St. Cecilia school families, parishioners, and friends are invited to attend a private screening at Cinemark Memorial City of Palomita Films' new movie, Love God's Will: The True Story of Fr. Ryan Stawaisz.  

Love God’s Will is the true story of a young priest from Houston, Fr. Ryan Stawaisz. It tells the uplifting story of courage, hope, and the beauty of following one's faith-filled journey. Despite his battle with cancer, Fr. Ryan remained steadfast in his desire to serve others and to share the love of Christ with everyone who crossed his path. Through the trials and triumphs of its endearing character, the movie shines a light on the importance of trusting in God's divine plan and finding joy in His will.

link to the movie trailer

To purchase tickets to the screening, please use one of the provided links below: 

• 1st Showing: Love God's Will, April 8 at 6:00PM 
• 2nd Showing: Love God's Will, April 8 at 7:30PM *subtitulado en español

The movie is 1 hour long with Q&A afterward with the director and Fr. Ryan's family. We look forward to seeing many of you there!

St. Thomas Camps and Programs

STH Coding Camp

Calling all (!future) {coding superheroes}/>. The St. Thomas High School Computer Science Honor Society is hosting a coding camp on April 13th from 9:00am - 12:00pm. All current 2nd through 8th grade students interested in learning more about coding and STEM are welcome! 

Summer@STH Elementary and Middle School Programs

St.Thomas High School is excited to announce that registration for Summer@STH 2024 is now open! We have an exciting summer planned, with an assortment of half-day, full-day, and extended day options! Our Youth Athletic Camps offer opportunities for young athletes to improve their abilities in basketball, baseball, football, track & field as well as strength & conditioning. Aquinas Academy Co-ed Enrichment Camps deliver a wide variety of engaging activities for rising 3rd-8th grade boys and girls! The courses allow students to sharpen their skills in physical education, brain games, study skills, drama, fine arts, science, STEM, and much more! Click here for more detailed descriptions of our programs and to register today! Please feel free to contact Carol Mandola with any questions. We hope to see you this summer!

St. Agnes Academy Access: Middle School Summer Program

Looking for an unforgettable summer adventure? St. Agnes Academy is hosting a new Middle School Summer Enrichment Experience that is perfect for any middle school student looking for a variety of fun and stimulating classes! The St. Agnes Academy Middle School Enrichment Summer Experience offers a vibrant and dynamic environment where young minds can explore, create, and thrive. Designed to supplement traditional curriculum, these camps provide an array of enriching activities spanning various disciplines such as STEM, arts, humanities, and physical education. Students will be encouraged to think critically, collaborate with peers, and hone their problem-solving skills. Beyond academics, these courses foster personal growth and self-confidence. Whether delving into the mysteries of science, unleashing creativity through artistic expression, or discovering new passions, the St. Agnes Academy Middle School Enrichment Summer Experience ignite curiosity and inspire lifelong learning. Participants will leave with cherished memories, lasting friendships, and a newfound enthusiasm for exploring the world around them.

Click here to learn more about the St. Agnes Academy – Academy Access: Middle School Summer Program

Priests vs. Seminarians – April 19th 

The 7th Annual Priests vs Seminarians Basketball Game will take place on Friday, April 19th at 7:00PM at Rice University. Tickets can be purchased in advance here.

Dance Club

Parents of Current 6th Graders: 

6th graders are invited to register for Dance Club on Tuesday, May 7th at 9:00AM. Dance Club was founded to give boys and girls the opportunity to become better acquainted with one another while developing social skills and promoting personal growth, confidence and character. A limited number of spots are offered to currently enrolled 6th grade students from seven schools — Duchesne, Memorial Middle, Regis, Spring Branch Middle, St. Cecilia, St. Francis and St. Michael. 

Participants will receive four dance lessons, a dining etiquette lesson and a party during 7th grade.  All lessons will be held at Junior League of Houston, 1811 Briar Oaks Lane.

Spots will fill quickly. Creating an account now will save time during registration. Click here to view the flyer.

Click Here to Create a Dance Club Account & Register

JDW Cotillion → Register Now → Create Account 

Questions? Please email memorialdanceclub2030@gmail.com.