St. Cecilia Spotlight - Apr 24
APRIL 24, 2024
FIELD DAY TALENT SHOW
TALENT SHOW 2024!
We are happy to announce that we will have our Talent Show performances during our Field Day on May 17, 2024.
In preparation for this event we will hold the following schedule:
- April 24: Informational meeting today until 3 PM in the Media Center.
- May 1: Ideas must be submitted, soundtrack or music links and a copy of lyrics must be turned in to Ms. Kohl.
- May 2: Practice all presentations until 3 PM in the Media Center.
- May 9: "Dress rehearsal," go through the entire program until 3:30 PM.
- May 17: Talent Show!
LOST & FOUND
A wireless headphone/earbud was found in the school parking lot. If you can describe the brand and color, please contact the school office to claim it.
SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
ST. CECILIA PARISH SCHOLARSHIPS
Each year St. Cecilia School sends out a packet of scholarship opportunities for students who are currently enrolled in our school. These scholarships are offered through the generosity of parish organizations, businesses, or individuals. These donors recognize the importance of Catholic education and seek to reward students for their devotion to faith and hard work. This will benefit families as it is an opportunity to make Catholic education more affordable. Print the attached scholarship packet or you may have your student stop in the office to pick up a hard copy.
DEADLINE IS FRIDAY, MAY 3RD. NO LATE ENTRIES WILL BE ACCEPTED.
PTO SCHOLARSHIP
The last PTO Meeting of the school year is May 14th at 6:30 PM in the Undercroft. We will be drawing for the PTO scholarship winner and voting for the new Vice President and Treasurer. It's not too late to enter for your chance to win a $250 tuition scholarship. Everyone in attendance gets one chance to win!
SPORTS COMMITTEE SCHOLARSHIPS
The St. Cecilia Sports Committee is once again awarding a $500 scholarship to one 7th and one 8th grade student-athlete. Download the grade-level application letter for more information.
DEADLINE IS FRIDAY, APRIL 26TH. NO LATE ENTRIES WILL BE ACCEPTED.
PARENT PARTNERSHIP HOURS
DUE APRIL 30TH
Please remember to log your Parent Partnership Hours in Sycamore by April 30, 2024. If you have any questions, please see the Parent/Student Handbook or email the school.
2ND GRADE SERVICE PROJECT
COLLECTING UNTIL MAY 3RD
2nd Grade will be collecting the aluminum tabs from your soda and other cans during the month of April. We will be turning them into the Ronald McDonald House. By turning in these tabs we can help care for families while their children receive much-needed medical treatment. Students may send in donations starting now and ending Friday, May 3.
FUNDRAISERS
PIONEER CAR WASH - MONTH OF APRIL
APRIL 1ST - 30TH - We are partnering with Pioneer Car Wash for a fundraiser to support the 2024-2025 St. Cecilia 8th grade class. For every platinum car wash that is purchased with the barcode, St. Cecilia receives $5. For every platinum package that is purchased, St. Cecilia receives half of the first month's fee ($22.50). This offer only applies for the month of April. Please help us distribute these barcodes and encourage your family and friends to use them.
VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL
JUNE 3RD - 6TH
Time: 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
Place: St. Cecilia Gym and Cafeteria
Cost: $10 per child (checks made payable St. Cecilia School)
*PAYMENT MUST BE RECEIVED BEFORE MAY 3RD TO RECEIVE A SHIRT.*
Mail or drop off registration fees (check or cash) to the school or church office.
Children must be St. Cecilia parishioners or students in grades K - 5. Complete a new form for each child being registered. Registrations received before May 3rd are guaranteed a VBS T-shirt.
Contact:
Mary Wooding - mjwoodingcherry@gmail.com
Celia Deters - cdeters@stcindependence.org
PTO UPDATES
TEACHER APPRECIATION WEEK
Teacher Appreciation week is May 6-10. The link for the Signup Genius is here. Please turn in your items by Friday, May 3rd. Thank you!
FUNDRAISERS
Larosa's Buddy Cards sale is still going on! They are $10. Sale will run through April 25. No late forms will be accepted.
STAGETTE
Mark your calendars for the 2025 St. Cecilia PTO Ladies' Stagette which is set for March 15, 2025, at Receptions.
IMPORTANT DATES
- April 25 - Larosa's Buddy Card Order Forms and money are due
May 3 - Teacher Appreciation Items Due - Please drop off at the front desk labeled PTO.
May 14 - Last PTO Meeting of the school year at 6:30 pm in the Undercroft. We will be drawing for the PTO scholarship winner and voting for the new Vice President and Treasurer. It's not too late to enter for your chance to win a $250 tuition scholarship. Everyone in attendance gets one chance to win!
SPORTS UPDATES
7TH AND 8TH GRADE SPORTS BANQUET
The St. Cecilia Sports Committee will host the 2024 sports banquet this year on Thursday, May 9th at 6:00 PM in the church undercroft. This event honors our 7th and 8th grade athletes and their parents. There will be a dinner, an awards ceremony to recognize the athletes and their time in the St. Cecilia Sports Program, and a presentation of scholarships. All parents with student-athletes are asked to complete the form online whether they can attend.
DEADLINE TO RSVP IS FRIDAY, APRIL 26TH.
VOLLEYBALL SIGN UP
Fall Volleyball is upon us! Open registration for Girls Fall Volleyball will be from April 19th through July 1st. This is open to those girls who will be in grades 3rd-8th in Fall 2024.
The season will run from end of the July until mid-October. Any questions, please email Alicia Heller at volleyball@stcindependence.org.
4TH ANNUAL GOLF OUTING
Saturday June 1st, 2023 | Hickory Sticks Golf Club | Registration 7am | Shotgun Start 8am
To help memorialize the late pastor of St. Cecilia Parish, Fr. Mario J. Tizziani, the Sports Committee Golf Outing will continue the mission of Fr. Mario to provide a first-class sports facility for the members of the St. Cecilia Parish and School.
OPEN ENROLLMENT 2024-25
REGISTER NOW
MISSING ITEMS WILL BE CONSIDERED INCOMPLETE AND WILL NOT BE PROCESSED.
In order for an application to be accepted, all 3 steps must be completed below.
- Completed Sycamore Application (ID: 3298) (K-8 Only)
- Tuition Agreement & Payment Selection Form (Purple Hard Copy)
- Registration Fee - $100/student
Registrations are now accepted on a first come/first serve basis.
SCHOOL ATTENDANCE
ABSENT/TARDY REPORTING
To report a student absent or tardy, please send an email to school@stcindepdence.org.
UPCOMING EVENTS
All school events can be found below, on the Sycamore calendar, or the school website.
Thu 25 Clubs (End)
Fri 26 Jesus Day - 2nd Grade
Sun 28 First Communion Mass
Tue 30 Parent Partnership Hours Due
Fri 3 Scholarship Packets Due
Tue 7 Spiritwear Shirts
Thu 9 7th & 8th Sports Banquet
Sun 12 May Crowning
Tue 14 SCPTO Meeting
Fri 17 8th Grade Dance
Fri 17 Field Day
Tue 21 Private Transportation - NO BUS SERVICE
Wed 22 Kindergarten Recognition
Thu 23 8th Grade Promotion Mass
Thu 23 8th Grade Last Day
Fri 24 Last Day of School
Mon 27 Memorial Day - NO SCHOOL
Tue 28 PD6 - NO SCHOOL
*Calendar subject to change.
EXTERNAL EVENTS
SERVICE OPPORTUNITY
Independence Spring Clean Up - Are you looking for service hours? Independence is hosting their city-wide clean-up event on April 27th from 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM. Register by scanning the QR code.
FUTURE INDIAN NIGHT
Holy Cross now hosts a boys volleyball team - come out and show your support!
HCHS BOYS BASKETBALL YOUTH SUMMER CAMP
The Holy Cross High School Boys Basketball Team is hosting a youth summer camp June 10-13 from 9:00-11:30 AM for boys entering grades 6-9 and from 12:30-3:00 PM for boys entering grades 2-5 during the 2024-25 school year. It will be held in the Holy Cross Gym, 36th & Church Streets, Covington, KY and the cost is $75 each. Register online at hchscov.com.
HCHS GIRLS BASKETBALL YOUTH SUMMER CAMP
Holy Cross High School Girls Basketball Team is hosting a youth summer camp June 3-6 from 9:00-11:30 AM for girls entering grades 5-8 and from 1:00-3:30 PM for girls entering grades 1-4 during the 2024-25 school year. It will be held in the Holy Cross Gym, 36th & Church Streets, Covington, KY and the cost is $70 each. Register online at https://forms.gle/y7CQCHrM3xcpTnQR8 or at hchscov.com. Payment can be made with cash, Venmo @TedArlinghaus or pay online at HCGirlsBBcamp.GiveSmart.com. For more information or questions contact Coach Arlinghaus at tarlinghaus99@hotmail.com.
THOMAS MORE WOMEN'S BASKETBALL CAMP
Sesstion 1: June 17 - 20
Sesstion 2: July 29 - Aug 1
QUICK LINKS
SPIRITWEAR SHOPS
PLEASE NOTE: The current dress code does permit apparel from the sports committee spiritwear shop. The dress code was approved prior to the new line of apparel being offered. At this time, we will honor the current dress code for the 2023-2024 school year. We will move to wearing the official school crest only for the following year. Additional spirtwear days will be added to the calendar for students to showcase all things St. Cecilia.
(Items permitted: Crewneck Sweatshirts, 3/4 Zip, Fleece, and Sweaters - NO HOODIES!)
HOW TO ORDER:
- Visit the Saint Cecilia Spirit Wear Shop by clicking the links below or visiting our main website.
- Browse the amazing selection of spirit wear, from cozy hoodies to trendy tees.
- Select your preferred items and sizes, then proceed to checkout.
- Be sure to include your student's name, grade, and homeroom teacher's name in the order form to ensure it gets delivered with no issues. Failure to do so will result in delay in delivery.
- Complete your order and mark your calendar for the delivery date. Items will be delivered to the students' homeroom at the end of each month.
NOTE: The store will close each month on the 15th and everything ordered will be delivered by the 30th. If you order after the 15th it will be delivered the following month. Let's make this school year truly unforgettable by proudly representing our beloved Saint Cecilia Catholic School.
Thank you for your continued support and dedication to our school community.
2024-25 SCHOOL CALENDAR
VIRTUS
UPCOMING TRAININGS
Diocesan Curia, Bishop Howard Memorial Auditorium, 1125 Madison Avenue, Covington, Kentucky 41011. Tuesday, May 15th, 2024, 9:00 AM to 11:30 AM.
Diocesan Curia, Bishop Howard Memorial Auditorium, 1125 Madison Avenue, Covington, Kentucky 41011. Tuesday, May 15th, 2024, 6:00 PM to 8:30 PM.
Diocesan Curia, Bishop Howard Memorial Auditorium, 1125 Madison Avenue, Covington, Kentucky 41015. Tuesday, June 18th, 2024, 9:00 AM to 11:30 AM.
Diocesan Curia, Bishop Howard Memorial Auditorium, 1125 Madison Avenue, Covington, Kentucky 41011. Tuesday, June 18th, 2024, 6:00 PM to 8:30 PM.
Diocesan Curia, Bishop Howard Memorial Auditorium, 1125 Madison Avenue, Covington, Kentucky 41011. Thursday, July 18th, 2024, 9:00 AM to 11:30 AM.
Diocesan Curia, Bishop Howard Memorial Auditorium, 1125 Madison Avenue, Covington, Kentucky 41011. Thursday, July 18th, 2024, 6:00 PM to 8:30 PM.
Diocesan Curia, Bishop Howard Memorial Auditorium,1125 Madison Avenue, Covington, Kentucky 41011. Tuesday, July 30th, 2024, 9:00 AM to 11:30 AM.
Diocesan Curia, Bishop Howard Memorial Auditorium, 1125 Madison Avenue, Covington, Kentucky 41011. Tuesday, July 30th , 2024, 6:00 PM to 8::30 PM.
Diocesan Curia, Bishop Howard Memorial Auditorium, 1125 Madison Avenue, Covington, Kentucky 41011. Wednesday, August 7th, 2024, 9:00 AM to 11:30 AM.
Diocesan Curia, Bishop Howard Memorial Auditorium, 1125 Madison Avenue, Covington, Kentucky 41011. Wednesday, August 7th, 2024, 6:00 PM to 8 :30 PM.
CONTACT INFORMATION
Email: school@stcindependence.org
Website: www.stceciliaky.org
Location: 5313 Madison Pike, Independence, KY, USA
Phone: (859) 363-4314
Have any information that you want to include in the newsletter? Please email it to school@stcindependence.org by the end of business Tuesday of each week.