St. Cecilia Spotlight - Mar 19

We need cereal boxes and paper towel tubes all year long for STEAM, but we really need them NOW if anyone has any. Please send them in with your student. Thanks in advance!

We will be collecting items for 40 Days of Giving for Lent for St. Vincent de Paul. See flyer for items needed. Bins will be located in the school lobby.

Congratulations to Evelyn B. for not only winning the school wide KOC Keeping Christ in Christmas poster contest, but she also won REGIONAL and STATE! We are so proud of you, Evelyn!.

If you have not already done so, please log your Parent Partnership hours into MY SERVICE LOG in Sycamore no later than April 30, 2025. All families are required to perform 20 hours of service and failure to participate will result in a fee of $25.00 per service hour. Thank you!

Current Mobile App Discontinuation

Effective immediately, the current Sycamore mobile app will no longer be supported and will be removed from both the App Store and Google Play Store. While existing users can continue using the installed app, please note that if the app is deleted from your mobile device, it will not be available for reinstallation.

Recommended Solution

To ensure uninterrupted access to Sycamore's mobile features, we strongly encourage you to transition to our Sycamore Progressive Web App (PWA), which offers several advantages:

• Includes all features from the mobile app

• Provides additional functionality including

  • Access to PDF documents
  • Parent/Teacher Conference sign-ups
  • Cycle Ordering
  • Admissions Portal
  • And much more!
• Works on any device
• Requires no downloads

• Delivers an improved user experience

  
  

Getting Started with the PWA - Simply visit sycamore.school in your mobile browser to access all features immediately.

Coming Soon - Brand-New Mobile App - We're excited to announce that a completely redesigned Sycamore mobile app is currently in development and scheduled for release in early 2026! The new app will feature:

• A sleek, modern design
• Intuitive, user-friendly interface
• Enhanced performance with reliability
• Seamless integration with Sycamore modules
  

Order your yearbook for the 2024-25 school year now!

Order deadline: June 15, 2025

Yearbook ID: 6816625

*If your child will NOT be attending St. Cecilia for the 2025-26 school year, please let the OFFICE know for planning purposes.

Registration is on a first come first serve basis and several grade levels are now waitlisted.

1. Complete Sycamore Application (ID: 3298) (PK-8 Only)
2. Verify FACTS is set up correctly: https://online.factsmgt.com/signin/3WHNB
3. Submit Tuition Agreement Form (attached)
4. Submit Registration Fee - $100 per student
   

Saturday, April 19th at 9:30 AM.

*Donations are needed to fill Easter eggs. Please drop any donations off in the school lobby or church by April 4th.

We really need help in our cafeteria on a daily basis. Great way to earn Parent Partnership hours. Kitchen Help will assist the cafeteria with serving food. Cafe Monitor will assist students with opening items and cleaning tables.

You must be VIRTUS compliant. Parent hours need to be logged in to Sycamore for approval!

Rappin Fairy Tales will open our productions. Rappin will take about 30 minutes. Alice @ Wonderland will follow. We will have an intermission. At this time the 7th graders have a fundraiser bake/snack sale for their upcoming 8th grade class trip. This sale is for cash donations, so please remember to bring some cash to support our 7th graders.

May be purchased at the door! We can't wait to see you at the show!

Practice Dates:

• March 20

Dress Rehearsals/Showtimes:

• March 21 (7PM) Production at Simon Kenton
• March 22 (2PM) Production at Simon Kenton

Dress Rehearsals/Showtimes:

• March 21 (7PM) Production at Simon Kenton
• March 22 (2PM) Production at Simon Kenton

Our next PTO meeting will be Tuesday, March 25 at 6:30pm in the School Cafeteria. We will be discussing open PTO Board positions and will be taking names of those interested to attend a meeting to review board positions and duties for next year! Please email the PTO if you have any questions pto@stcindependence.org!

A BIG THANK YOU to everyone who helped to make the Stagette a success this past Saturday!

Our Mother/Son Bowling Event will be held on Sunday, April 13 from 1-3 at the Florence Bowling Center. This is a special event for all boys and their moms/mother figures in St. Cecilia School and Parish in grades pre-k through 8th grade. Please RSVP through the link below! All RSVP's and Money ($12/person, includes bowling and shoes) must be received by April 1.

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1mC1bmkCE8TEHjQ4PI8cj8abHjhFu67oCXaaXMslC4B0/edit

On Tuesday, April 1, 2025 from 6am-11pm a portion of the DIGITAL SALES in the McDonalds App from the Independence McDonald's (2088 Declaration Drive) will go to the SCPTO. Please download the McDonald's App , order and pay in the app, and select the 2088 Declaration Dr as the pick up location. Thank you for all your support!

Congratulations to Bridget F. and Carter H. for competing in the state free throw contest. Bridget came out the winner in the 12 year old division making 22 out of 25. Carter became runner up in the 9 year old division making 15 out of 25. Great job Crusaders.

• The fourth grade boys team finished off their season with a tournament at Walton Verona Elementary. The championship game was St. Cecilia (Whisman/Stewart) vs St. Cecilia (Milleck). Milleck runners up (Whisman/Stewart) Champion great season to both teams.
• 2nd grade Girls coached by Miller were runners up in the Mary Queen of Heaven tournament.
• 2nd Grade Girls coached by Beiting won the MQH league tournament.
• 4th Grade girls coached by Schadler/Arlinghaus was runners up in the MQH league tournament.
• 4th Grade Girls coached by Schadler/Arlinghaus won the St. Pius David Moorehead Tournament.
• 4th Grade boys coached by Whisman/Stewart runners up in the St. Henry tournament.
• 4th Grade boys coached by Whisman/Stewart won the MQH league tournament.
• 5th Grade Boys coached by Bornhorn became runners up in the St. Cecilia league tournament.
• 6th grade boys basketball team coached by Hoffman became Holy Family Tournament Champs and league runners up. They finished the season 9-1.
• 6th Grade girls coached by Whisman became St. Joe's league champs finishing the season 9-1.
• 6th Grade girls coached by Whisman won the Mike Moffitt St Agnes Tournament and got a invite to play at IU in the Indiana State Tournament.
• Bridget Fitzgerald becoming the Mike Moffitt 6th grade girls Tournament MVP. Back to back years.
• 8th grade boys coached by Bornhorn won The Holy Cross tournament/league .

Great Job this season Crusaders in bringing home the hardware.

To all of the members of the 2024-2025 Sports Committee:

As we wrap up another incredible year, I want to take a moment to sincerely thank each and every one of you for your time, dedication, and passion for our sports program. This committee would not be what it is without the countless hours you have volunteered, the energy you have poured into making our programs better, and the heart you have shown for the kids and families of Saint Cecilia.

This past year, we faced challenges, celebrated successes, and worked together to create opportunities for our young athletes to grow—not just in their skills, but in their character and love for the game. Whether you were organizing schedules, coaching, fundraising, or handling behind-the-scenes details, your efforts have made a lasting impact.

As we move into another year, I am excited for what lies ahead. With this incredible team, I have no doubt we will continue to build something special. Thank you again for all that you do—your dedication does not go unnoticed, and I am truly grateful to serve alongside such an amazing group.

• Maribeth Niesen (Vice President, Gym Scheduler, Basketball League Director)
• Jeremy Miller (Treasurer)
• Josh Wishman (Basketball Coordinator, STAG Organizer)
• Alicia Heller (Volleyball Coordinator)
• Chris Niehaus (Soccer Coordinator)
• Sheila Luckhardt (Archery Coordinator/Director)
• Joe Heil (Cross Country Coordinator)
• JP Milleck (Golf Outing Coordinator)
• David Nguyen (Merchandise Coordinator)
• Char Daniels (Tournament Coordinator)

For anyone that would like to be a part of this amazing group of people, please join us tonight at 7PM in the school conference room. We are looking to expand our team and have an even larger impact with our athletes and all students at Saint Cecilia.

The 5th Annual Golf Outing presented by the St. Cecilia Sports Committee is now open for registration! Held at Hickory Sticks Golf Club on Saturday June 7th. Player and sponsor registration, follow the link below or scan the QR Code in the flyer. Any questions, please contact J.P. Milleck at jpmilleck@gmail.com. All details about the golf outing are on the website. Thank you to last year's sponsors and participants, looking forward to seeing everyone for this year's event!

Want to come out and support your favorite Crusader? Click the link below to find out when they will be playing next...

April 6, 2025 from 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM

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All school events can be found below, on the Sycamore calendar, or the school website.

*Calendar subject to change

Holy Cross High School Weekly Lenten Fish Fry from 5pm to 8pm in the cafeteria, 3617 Church Street, Covington, KY, on all Fridays during Lent except Good Friday (3/7; 3/14; 3/21; 3/28; 4/4; and 4/11). Eat in or carry out dinners, sandwiches, soup of the week, desserts and a la carte items. Visit our website at hchscov.com for the full menu and more information. For questions or more information, call 859-431-1335 during school hours.

Holy Cross High School is having its 27th Annual Mulch Sale! We are selling 2 cubic foot bags of red, brown and black mulch for $4.95 each. Pine Straw is $9.75 per bale, which is approximately 12” x 12” x 23”. All prices include FREE DELIVERY and sales tax. HCHS students will deliver mulch and pine straw to your home, business or rental property anywhere in Kenton, Boone and Campbell Counties. They will put your mulch anywhere on your property if you add delivery instructions when you place an order. The delivery dates are 4/4-4/6, 4/11-4/13, 4/25-4/27 and 5/2-5/4. . All proceeds benefit Holy Cross High School. For additional information or to order go to www.hcmulch.com or call 859-392-8999.

To report a student absent/tardy or if you have a transportation change, please send an email to school@stcindependence.org.

*Submit all transportation changes by 1:30 PM.

St. Cecilia School NPO: 80154

The Kroger cards have been very profitable for the school and individuals. Register your Kroger Plus Card online and designate St. Cecilia School as your preferred rewards recipient. This is at NO COST TO YOU! You shop and St. Cecilia will receive a % toward community rewards.

Do you use your phone number at the register? Call 800-576-4377 and select Option 4.

Diocesan Curia, Bishop Howard Memorial Auditorium, 1125 Madison Avenue, Covington, Kentucky 41011. Wednesday, March 26th, 2025, 9:00 AM to 11:30 AM.

Diocesan Curia, Bishop Howard Memorial Auditorium, 1125 Madison Avenue, Covington, Kentucky 41011. Wednesday, March 26th, 2025, 6:00 PM to 8:30 PM.

Diocesan Curia, Bishop Howard Memorial Auditorium, 1125 Madison Avenue, Covington, Kentucky 41011. Thursday, April 10th, 2025, 9:00 AM to 11:30 AM New

Diocesan Curia, Bishop Howard Memorial Auditorium, 1125 Madison Avenue, Covington, Kentucky 41011. Thursday, April 10th, 2025, 6:00 PM to 8:30 PM NEW

Diocesan Curia, Bishop Howard Memorial Auditorium, 1125 Madison Avenue, Covington, Kentucky 41011. Tuesday, April 29th, 2025, 9:00 AM to 11:30 AM NEW

Diocesan Curia, Bishop Howard Memorial Auditorium, 1125 Madison Avenue, Covington, Kentucky 41011. Tuesday, April 29th, 2025, 6:00 PM to 8:30 PM NEW

Diocesan Curia, Bishop Howard Memorial Auditorium, 1125 Madison Avenue, Covington, Kentucky 41011. Wednesday, May 7th, 2025, 9:00 AM to 11:30 AM NEW

Diocesan Curia, Bishop Howard Memorial Auditorium, 1125 Madison Avenue, Covington, Kentucky 41011. Wednesday, May 7th, 2025, 6:00 PM to 8:30 PM NEW

The December bulletin posted on Sunday, December 8th and was due on Tuesday, January 7th, 2025.

The January bulletin posted on Sunday, January 5th and will be due on Tuesday, February 4th, 2025.

Email: school@stcindependence.org
Website: www.stceciliaky.org
Location: 5313 Madison Pike, Independence, KY, USA
Phone: (859) 363-4314

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