Weekly Insider – November 26, 2023 | |
Giving Tuesday – November 28th
Mark your calendars! We invite you to support St. Cecilia Catholic School as we participate in Giving Tuesday on November 28th. Giving Tuesday is a global day of giving that inspires people to give back to causes they support in impactful ways. This year, your generous gifts will support our school’s Annual Fund. The Annual Fund supports every St. Cecilia student, every day. We are grateful for each and every member of our community and we thank you in advance for your generous support of our school. Don't want to wait until Giving Tuesday? Support the St. Cecilia Catholic School Annual Fund now by clicking here.
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Family Learning
Middle School Midterms
Middle school midterms 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.
2nd Quarter Java With Jeff Recording
For those who missed Wednesday's Java with Jeff, click here to view the presentation and recording.
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.
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December 6th & 8th Mass Schedule
Since December 8th is the Feast of the Immaculate Conception (and a Holy Day of Obligation), for that week – we will not have our weekly school Mass on Wednesday, December 6th – instead, it will be on Friday, December 8th. Mass attire will be required on Friday, December 8th. Our Spirit Day that week will be on Wednesday, December 6th, and that is also when we will have our Weekly Assembly in the Gym.
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2023 Christmas Program Information
We are excited about our upcoming annual Christmas programs. The students have been working hard to learn their songs. We can’t wait to share them with you! The programs will all take place on Friday, December 15th in the Auditorium at the following times:
- 8:30AM - PK3, PK4, & Kindergarten
- 9:30AM - 1st and 2nd Grades
- 10:30AM - 3rd and 4th Grades
Ticket and Seating Information - an email will be sent out to all families the morning of Thursday, November 30th with the links to the Eventbrite ticketing for the three Christmas programs. The opening sales times for the seating for the three performances will be at different times that morning.
- On November 30th the email with the links to the Eventbrite tickets and seating for the three performances will be sent out at 8:30AM.
- Tickets will begin going on sale for the PK3, PK4, and Kindergarten performance at 9:00AM.
- Tickets for the 1st & 2nd Grade performance will begin going on sale at 10:00AM.
- Tickets for the 3rd & 4th Grade performance will begin going on sale at 11:00AM.
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HSA Events
Sweet Treats - Sign Up Genius – December 6th
Please join in our annual Sweet Treats tradition! HSA asks parents to bring sweet treats for faculty and staff to enjoy throughout the day. Please drop off treats at the front office. Please click here to review the available slots and click on the button to sign up. Thank you!
November Recording
On Tuesday, November 14th, HSA had their November monthly meeting. You can view a recording of that meeting here.
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Open House and Admissions Information for Younger Siblings
Our annual Open House for families interested in applying for the 2024 – 2025 school year is Tuesday, November 28th with both daytime and evening sessions. If you have family, friends, co-workers, or neighbors who are interested in applying for St. Cecilia Catholic School for next school year please share this page on our school website with the Open House information with them. Also if you would like – you can share the school’s Open House Facebook advertising post on your page to promote St. Cecilia Catholic School.
If you have younger children who are not currently enrolled as students in St. Cecilia Catholic School and would like to apply for them to begin next school year, the application for the 2024 - 2025 school year is available online. The deadline for submitting applications for the 2024 - 2025 school year is Tuesday, January 16, 2024. Here are some helpful links to complete the process:
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Upcoming Auction Sign Up Parties
We have three fun Christmas themed Sign Up Parties for December now available!
Spaces can be limited so act fast and don’t miss out!
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Available Sign-Up Parties:
Student Parties
- 7th & 8th Grade Holly Jolly Trolley – Wednesday, December 13th
Parent Party
- Ugly Christmas Sweater Party – Thursday, December 21st
Click here to sign up for the sign up parties listed above.
Sign Up Parties are parties planned/hosted and funded by parents. Spots are sold for parties to help support Auction. Parties may be for students of certain grades, all students, Moms, Dads, Couples, or Families. There are also some school sponsored parties available for students known as Fun with Faculty. Sign-Up Parties will be released throughout the year.
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Sing In The Children's Choir For Christmas!
The St. Cecilia Church and School Children/Youth choir is accepting new members for the 4:00PM Children’s Mass on Christmas Eve. Students in grades two through eight are welcome to participate. Younger students must be able to read. Rehearsals are on Wednesday afternoons from 3:45PM to 4:45PM in the Music Room. There is a limited amount of space available for students to participate, please register soon if you would like your child to take part. Click here to register. For more information, please contact Carol Crittenden or Andrew Meinen
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St. Cecilia Students in the Nutcracker Production in Galveston
Alliana Jacobs and Eleanor Stoebner will be appearing in the City Ballet of Houston's annual performance of The Nutcracker, performed at the historic Grand 1894 Opera House in Galveston. The production was choreographed by ballet legend, Frederic Franklin and will be performed on December 9 and 10. As part of the matinee performances, there will be a brief presentation and opportunity to meet the dancers and take photos.
City Ballet of Houston, under artistic direction of Mary Elizabeth Arrington and Luis Fuente, is a Charter Member and Honor Company with Regional Dance America and has been dedicated to supporting youth within the community since its inception in 1958. It is recognized as a company that brings quality performances to the community and prepares young dancers for professional careers.
The Nutcracker performances are Dec. 9 and 10 at The Grand 1894 Opera House and tickets can be purchased here.
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STH Coding Camp - December 2nd
Calling all 2nd to 8th grade students who want to learn more about coding and STEM! The St. Thomas High School Computer Science Honor Society is hosting a coding camp. Click here to learn more and register today!
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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.
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Prayer Requests for our St. Cecilia Catholic School Community
Healing Prayers
"LORD, be gracious to us; we long for you. Be our strength every morning, our salvation in time of distress." ~ Isaiah 33:2
- Phyllis Imogene Batra, Mother of Mukta Khurana
- Zach McMillian, St. Cecilia Football Coach
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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. | | | | |
