Bluejay Bulletin

MArch 29, 2026

Wed, April 1

• School Mass - Missionary Disciple of the Month
• 2:45pm 8th grade Dress Rehearsal (mandatory)

Thurs, April 2

• Holy Thursday / Last Supper / Living Way of the Cross
• 11:30 am Early Dismissal

Fri, April 3

• Easter Break

Looking ahead

• April 6-10, Easter Break
• April 13-17, Book Fair Week

Dear Bluejay Family, As we stand on the threshold of Holy Week, the Church invites us into one of the most sacred rhythms of our year—a time of reflection, sacrifice, and deep trust in the Lord’s work in our lives. In this season, I am reminded of Jesus’ words in John 15: “He takes away every branch in me that does not bear fruit, and every one that does he prunes so that it bears more fruit.” Pruning is not always easy, but it is always purposeful. It is through this careful tending that growth is strengthened, roots go deeper, and new life begins to flourish. At St. Cecilia, we trust that God is continually at work in our community—shaping us, refining us, and preparing us for even greater things ahead. The fruits of this work are seen in the joy of our students, the strength of our faculty, and the enduring mission we share to form young disciples of Christ. As we enter into Holy Week, may we walk closely with Christ—through the solemnity of Good Friday and into the joy of Easter Sunday. Our faith reminds us that growth often comes through sacrifice, and that new life is always on the horizon.

Grace & Peace, Erin B. Henry Principal

“Remain in me, as I remain in you." – JOHN 15:4

Trusting in God’s Call: A Message from Mrs. Gilberti

Dear Parents and Students, I wanted to share that I will not be returning to Saint Cecilia next year. This was not an easy decision, because I have truly loved my time here. It has meant so much to be part of your children’s lives and to work with such a supportive and caring school community. The memories we’ve made together will always stay with me. After a lot of prayer and thought, I’ve decided to take a teaching position at a school where my niece, nephew, and several cousins attend. While I’m excited for this new chapter, it’s very hard to say goodbye to a place and people who have meant so much to me. Thank you for your support, kindness, and trust. It has been such a joy to teach your children and watch them grow. I’ll do everything I can to help make the transition smooth for next year. I will always look back on my time at Saint Cecilia with so much appreciation and wonderful memories. Sincerely, Brandy Gilberti

Order Class Photos

Use this link to view and order your child's class picture online. (Be sure to confirm the correct class picture is selected at checkout before submitting your order.) Access Code: SCSCLASS26

A La Carte Coming for Middle School

Food and Nutrition Services is pleased to announce NEW A La Carte items for sale in High Schools and Middle Schools. FNS participates in the USDA's National School Lunch Program and is committed to providing a cafeteria environment that promotes nutritious meals in a Christ-centered environment. Click the button below for details and pricing.

3rd grade service project

Lagniappe Links

SCS MASS

Mass is at 8:30 on Wednesday and will be hosted by Mrs. Gilberti's 3rd grade. This is our last Missionary Disciple of the Month Mass for this year. Guests may join us for limited seating in the church, loft, narthex, and PLC or online at shbroussard.org/live.

MASS MUSIC

Below are next week's SCS Mass songs. You can find these and more in our SCS Mass Music Youtube playlist.

• Processional: "40 Days"
• Offertory: "Reckless Love"
• Communion: "Lead Me to the Cross", "Were You There"
• Recessional: St. Michael the Archangel prayer (during Lent)

Hallow Highlight

Holy Week in the Holy Land-  Join Jeff Cavins and Jonathan Roumie for a prayer experience like no other. Holy Week in the Holy Land takes you on an immersive video pilgrimage through the sites of Christ’s Passion, Death, and Resurrection. Walk the Via Dolorosa, stand at Golgotha, and visit the empty tomb - praying with Scripture as you journey with Jesus to the cross and resurrection.

8th Grade Dress Rehearsal

April 1 3:00-4:30 in the gym This is mandatory for all 8th graders!

holy thursday at scs

Thursday is the start of the holiest days of the year. We invite all of our SCS family to join us in the beautiful and powerful Last Supper/Agony in the Garden/Way of the Cross re-enactment. Our 8th graders have worked hard to create a prayerful experience and it shows! The schedule is: 8:30-9:00 AM Last Supper/Washing of the Feet/Agony in the Garden 9:00-9:25 AM Break (PreK-7th report back to class) 9:30-10:15 AM Living Way of the Cross Both will be held in the gym.

We respectfully ask that you not treat this day as a "skip day". This is a tradition that has deep meaning and reflects the priority we place on teaching the faith. It is a true gift for our students to experience these moments.

holy week at sacred heart

Holy Week services are so beautiful and seeped in tradition. I encourage you to attend any and all that you can. It's such a powerful way to enter into Easter!

Holy Week is the heart of our Catholic faith! Here is a Holy Week Guide that invites you and your family to enter deeply into the Paschal Mystery, transforming your daily routines into a prayerful pilgrimage toward the Resurrection. As you look to the upcoming Holy Week, remember that the goal is not perfection, but accompaniment. Whether you try every recipe or simply sit with one reflection, you are opening the door to Christ.

looking aheaD

• April 16 Confessions (2nd & 3rd grade)
• April 17 illumin8 and Adoration
• April 18 First Communion (9:00 & 11:00)
• April 22 2nd grade wears First Communion attire to school Mass (more details to come)

Principal's List and honor roll

Thank you, families, for your patience as we finalized our Principal’s List and Honor Roll recipients. We are proud to recognize and celebrate these students for their hard work and achievements. The list of honorees is included below, and their accomplishments will also begin appearing on our school screens in the cafeteria and gym foyer. Congratulations to all!

UL Lafayette STEM Olympics Camp

Rube Goldberg Camp | UL Lafayette

A compliment to our campus: We have been contacted directly by the UL College of Education Science Department to help advertise these camps to our students after only two visits to our campus. We want to take a moment to appreciate and applaud our students, their hospitality, engagement, and behavior.

HIS HOUSE

Student Feather of the Week

EMBRACE YOUR ROLE- Work with a purpose. Use your time wisely. Look neat and professional.

Feather Challenge

Have your uniform shirt tucked and your shoes tied at all times.

Bluejay Bash Incentive Field Trips

Congrats to Mrs. Chelsey Dugas, winner of the $500 family incentive drawing. Please find the list of families who qualified for our May 7th field trips by clicking on the link below. Please email Sheree Prince, sprince@scsbluejays.org, with any questions. Permission slips will be emailed this upcoming week.

What a season for our Bluejay baseball and softball teams. It was such a joy to watch each of these teams grow in every aspect of the game throughout the season. They all showed true grit, determination, and teamwork throughout the season, helping each team finish with a winning record. A huge thank you to our coaches, families, and fans who supported these teams each week!

Our SCS swim team competed in their first meet of the season on Wednesday with a strong start, earning an overall 2nd place finish. We are excited to see this group continue to grow over the remainder of the season.  Congratulations to the below individual event winners 

• Addison Dugas
• Piper Scott
• Haiden Boudreaux

Individual Event Top 3 Finishers 

• Isabela Goncalves
• Addie Sellers
• Graham Babineaux
• Sam Bolfer
• Avery Comb 

Bluejay track had their second meet of the season this week at Catholic High New Iberia. This group is special, and some impressive times were posted as we continue to prepare for the district meet on 4/21.   Our Bluejay Golf and Tennis teams also kicked off their season this week, giving us 4 sports that are currently in play.  Please be on the lookout for our Athletic Banquet RSVP’s which will be sent out next week! We hope that all athletes can attend and look forward to a great night celebrating this season's accomplishments. 6th Grade Boys basketball team district championship apparel is now available to purchase on the school athletic store.  Look ahead to next week's events 

• Monday 3/30 - Track Meet @ STM 
• Tuesday 3/31 - Tennis Match Vs Fatima @ Beaver Park

Summer training

All of our athletes, (male and female entering 5th-8th grade) have the opportunity to participate in Coach David LeBlanc’s Speed, Power, and Agility camp at St. Thomas More High School.  Because the Bluejays are a major feeder to STM athletics, Coach LeBlanc has reserved a spot for all St. Cecilia athletes. For more information, please click here or visit https://athleticadvancements.com/.