Our MissIOn:
Centered in Christ and rooted in historical Catholic tradition, St. Cecilia strives to form missionary disciples and foster academic excellence in a culture of family.
April 21, 2024
THIS WEEK
- April 23rd - Safe Environment Initial Training
- April 24th - Alumni Mass (Class of 2020)
- April 25th - Body Talk presentation (5th grade)
- April 26th - 8th Grade Trip
LOOKING AHEAD
- April 29th-May 3rd - Teacher Appreciation Week
- May 4th - Rockin with the Bluejays at Rock’n’Bowl
FROM THE Principal’s Desk
Dear Bluejay Family,
I would like to take this opportunity to congratulate our Bluejays who received the sacrament of First Communion this weekend. This significant milestone marks a big step in their spiritual journey and underscores the importance of faith formation in their lives. Through the reception of the Eucharist, they have encountered the living presence of Christ. As they partake in this sacred sacrament for the first time, they strengthen their connection to Jesus as He lives in them. They also gain a deeper understanding of the significance of the Mass. Let us continue to lift them in prayer as they grow in their faith and discipleship.
Grace & Peace,
Erin B. Henry
Principal
“Jesus said to them, ‘I am the bread of life; whoever comes to me will never hunger, and whoever believes in me will never thirst.’”
- John 6:35
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Rockin' with the bluejays
Rockin’ with the Bluejays is approaching quickly. Get your tickets now for St. Cecilia’s premier adult night with food & fun. This event needs your help with our wine/whiskey pull. Donate a bottle of one of your favorite spirits in the front office. For more information, contact Sheree Prince at sprince@scsbluejays.org
Lost and Found
Our lost and found if full of outer wear, water bottles, lunch bags, etc. Please come by to check for items your child may be missing.
SCHOOL UNIFORMS
Please note the changes in our uniform policy!
Students wearing unapproved uniform items, including shoes and outerwear, will call home and be allowed to return to class only when in complete compliance with policy.
Beginning May 2024 uniform vendors will apply the new branded logos, crest, and patch to all uniforms purchased. We will have a 3 year "phase out" period.
During this time, the older patch/crest/logo may be worn. Effective August 2027 ALL uniforms MUST have the new branded approved crest/logos.
QUICK LINKS
SCS Mass
This week’s Mass is Wednesday at 8:30 and will be hosted by the SCS Class of 2020. We are excited to welcome back our Senior Bluejays! Join us in church or the PLC or online at shbroussard.org/live or the St. Cecilia Facebook page.
SCS Mass Music
- Processional: “Lord I Need You”
- Offertory: “Build My Life”
- Communion: “10,000 Reasons”, “Goodness of God”
- Recessional: “The Father’s House”
7th Grade Boys Small Group
Tuesday, April 23, at 7:00 a.m. in the Youth House
Adoration
Adoration will be on Tuesday, April 23 from 8:00-2:30 in the SCS Chapel. Guests are welcome to come pray with us. Please check in at the front office.
Early Bird VBS Registration
Early Registration opens April 26 @ 10AM and closes April 28 @ 11:59PM | Cost $55
General Registration opens May 6 @ 10AM and closes June 3 @ 11:59PM | Cost $65
Kindergarten- 5th grade students can participate and 6th- 12th grade students can volunteer
VBS Capacity is 250 students, and these spots will fill up fast. We do not offer late registration. For more information, visit shbroussard.org/vbs or email katie@shbroussard.org.
Looking Ahead
- April 30 Last Youth Ministry
- May 3 Mother’s Day Mass/May Crowning
- May 5 1st grade 11:00 Mass
- May 8 Missionary Disciple of the Year Mass
- May 10 Last Student Prayer Service and Adoration
- May 14 Service Hours Due
- May 15 Candle Mass (7th & 8th grade host)
- May 24 Last School Mass
Curriculum and Instruction
Standardized Testing
We are so proud of our students for giving their best efforts this week! Thank you, parents and guardians, for supporting them by making sure they were rested, present at school, and encouraged.
Progress Reports
Our 4th quarter progress reports were released to parents in grades 1-8 and students in grades 4-8 this past Friday. Please review them with your child and make a plan for continued efforts to finish the year strong!
Tagged on Tuesday
As we enter the 4th quarter, please remember that the Friday before a Tagged on Tuesday is the cutoff to earn points for that week's tag. The final day to earn points for the year will be Friday, May 10.
Finance Office
FACTS TUITION MANAGEMENT / INCIDENTAL BILLING:
Some of you have (hopefully) received notification from FACTS that your 24-25 tuition payment plans have been finalized. We are still in the process and hope to have it completed soon. If you do not receive an email from FACTS by the end of April, please contact Marsha Granger at mgranger@scsbluejays.org or call 337-837-1864, ext. 222.
Tuition Payment Plans consist of your child’s annual tuition and fees for a school year and include (1) tuition, (2) family fee, (3) technology fees, (4) room mom fees, and (4) class fees. FACTS automatically deducts these fees based on the plan selected during open enrollment. Please refer to the 24-25 tuition/fees information located on the SCS website for specific fee details. As a reminder, sibling discounts are not applied to PreK students.
Incidental Billing is the process by which SCS collects fees other than those included in tuition payment plans. These fees are billed to parents’ FACTS accounts throughout the year for after care, field trips, athletic fees, lost books, etc. This is also the process used by SCS to collect fees due during the registration process. Important to note is that if you are not enrolled in autopay for incidental billing then the FACTS Customer (parent) is responsible for logging in and initiating the payment for each incidental invoice. SCS recommends enrolling in autopay to avoid missed payments and late fees. If you need assistance enrolling in autopay, or would like more information, please contact Marsha Granger.
Invalid FACTS Account refers to a “hold” placed on a parent’s FACTS account due an issue with the financial account on file (expired credit card, NSF, closed account, etc.). When/if this occurs, FACTS can no longer attempt to withdraw funds until the financial account is corrected/updated and/or outstanding fees are paid. In addition, if you are enrolled in autopay for incidentals when an account becomes invalid then, you must “re-enroll” in autopay in order to allow FACTS to deduct fees automatically from the updated financial account.
Dear Bluejay Family,
We were all in action this week for the first time in a while! Swim, track, tennis, and golf all got their events in. SCS Golf was the busiest of all of them with two matches on Monday and Wednesday against St. Pius, St. Genevieve, Ascension, and ESA. Tennis took on St. Pius on Monday as well. Swim competed in their first meet of the season on Wednesday at the Earl Chris Pool. Wednesday both the 5/6th grade and 7/8th grade track were at Teurlings. There will be some exciting news regarding sign ups for volleyball, football, and cross country this week. We will also have news about the Athletic Banquet. Volleyball tryout information will also be going out this week for our 7th and 8th grade teams.
Our swim team jumped in the pool on Wednesday. When I asked the coach how they did, her response was, “They did GREAT!” Even though our swimmer numbers were down from last year, this did not dampen their spirits. Our Bluejays competed with the larger schools and showed them they will not be intimidated. We are so proud of them and look forward to hearing more exciting results!
The Bluejay track team was at Teurlings Catholic on Wednesday for their third meet of the season. With one more meet to go before the championship, the Bluejays are looking great! Some of our younger kids are excelling in their events. Our older Bluejays are looking to make a mark in the next few weeks with strong performances. As the coaches look at the data, it is easy to see the consistent improvement from the track team. We are so proud as we approach the last two weeks of the season. Please see below the attached spreadsheets for the results for the first meet.
The SCS tennis team is on a roll! They are led by 16 outstanding 8th graders. This past week they matched up against St. Pius. They played a total of 24 matches. The Bluejays did not disappoint. They finished 18-6 on the day. St. Pius brought a very quality tennis team to the match. A big shout out to our outstanding boys and girls teams leading the way. The Bluejays are led by six veteran 8th grade boys and four veteran 8th grade girls. Seth Gallagher, Nicholas Soprano, Henry Lorio, Walker Montz, Landon Bertrand, Ahna Dubroc, Heidi Derge, Anna Luneau, and Lilah Boudreaux have been outstanding leaders and proud examples of great competitors. We look forward to watching their season unfold as they have shown that they are not to be taken lightly.
Our busy golf team took to the course twice this week on Monday and Wednesday. On Monday, they took on St. Genevieve at Les Vieux Chenes. The Bluejays finished 2nd on the day with a score of 231. Wednesday saw them take on ESA and Ascension. This is the most consistent and evenly matched group of golfers that we have seen in quite some time. We are proud of all of them!
Monday, April 15th
- Heidi Derge- 63
- Lily Marceaux- 56
- Hunter Fontenot- 60
- Everett Plauche– 56
- Kolston Carter- 62
- Jack Bergeron- 59
Wednesday, April 17th
- Hunter Fontenot- 62
- Reed Wyatt– 62
- Kolston Carter- 57
- Jack Bergeron– 61
- Lily Marceaux- 59
In an effort to improve our athletic programs at St. Cecilia, it was felt that a comprehensive athletic handbook was needed. This handbook affects players, coaches, parents, and fans. Parent/guardian completion of this form and adherence to the rules and regulations outlined in the handbook are requirements for participation in athletic programs at St. Cecilia School. The link below will take you to the handbook. It is also on the school website for reference as well. Thank you all for your continued support of SCS Athletics.
For those that have already completed the acknowledgement form, and want to refresh themselves on the rules and regulations, please follow the link below.
****We are so proud of our SCS 7/8th Grade football, 5th Grade White and 7th Grade volleyball teams' fantastic accomplishments this fall. We can now officially celebrate our championships in volleyball and football by purchasing apparel from Action Specialties. These are school approved and can be worn as part of the school uniform. There is a tab on the top horizontal bar for championship apparel. Thanks again for your support of SCS Athletics!
***Thank you for your support of SCS Athletics! To keep up with the schedule for our Bluejays, please follow the link below. Admission into League games are $6 for adults and $1 for kids. SCS staff and students are admitted free.
Have a blessed day,
Scott Boudreaux
Athletic Director
St. Cecilia School does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, sex, or national or ethnic origin, in its admission policies or educational programs.