Bluejay Bulletin

APRIL 26, 2026

Tues, April 28

• 2:45 pm Youth Ministry
• 6:00 pm Athletic Banquet

Wed, April 29

• 1:00 pm Mother's Day Mass / May Crowning / May Pole
• 4-9 pm Spirit Night at Prejean's Broussard

Fri, May 1

• 8:30 am First Grade Book Signing
• 1:00 pm Groundbreaking Ceremony

Dear Bluejay Family, This week is filled with moments that bring us together in faith and in celebration—two of the greatest gifts of our St. Cecilia community. We begin on Tuesday as we celebrate our student athletes at their annual banquet. This is a special evening to recognize their hard work, commitment, and teamwork. On Wednesday at 1:00 PM, we warmly invite all of our mothers and mother figures to join us for our Mass for Moms. This is always a beautiful opportunity to pause, pray, and give thanks for the women who guide, nurture, and love so faithfully. Then Wednesday evening, we hope you’ll join us for our Prejean’s Spirit Night—a great way to support our school while enjoying time with fellow Bluejay families. Friday will be a day full of Bluejay pride. Our first grade authors will host their annual book signing Friday morning—a joy-filled tradition that celebrates creativity and the growth of our youngest writers. Then at 1:00 PM, we will gather for a truly historic moment as we break ground on our newest campus addition. This milestone represents not only growth, but a bold step forward in our mission—made possible by the faith, generosity, and shared vision of our community. All parents are invited and encouraged to attend as we mark the beginning of this exciting new chapter. Friday is also a Spirit Day, and students are encouraged to come dressed proudly in their SCS Bluejay gear. In today’s Gospel from John 10:1–10, Jesus tells us that He is the gate and the Good Shepherd—the one whose voice we know and the one who leads us to life in abundance. A shepherd leads his flock forward, guiding them to new ground where they can grow and flourish. This week at St. Cecilia, we are trusting in His will as we step forward in faith into the future God is preparing for us. May we continue to listen for His voice, trust where He leads, and walk together with confidence in the abundant life He promises. Thank you for being such an essential part of our Bluejay family. Grace & Peace, Erin B. Henry Principal

“I came so that they might have life and have it more abundantly.” – John 10:10

3rd grade service project- TIME TO TURN IN TABS!!!

Lagniappe Links

SCS MASS

Mass is at 1:00 pm on Wednesday and will be hosted by Mrs. Bellefleur's first grade. This is also our annual Mother's Day Mass. Only moms will be allowed to sit in the church. Other guests may join us in the PLC only 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: "Holy Spirit"
• Offertory: "Gratitude"
• Communion: "Oceans", "Amazing Grace (My Chains are Gone)"
• Recessional: "I Could Sing of Your Love Forever "

Hallow Highlight

To Jesus Through Mary- Join us in a powerful journey to grow closer to Jesus by praying every day alongside His Mother, Mary, led by Sister Miriam James Heidland, singer-songwriter Gwen Stefani, and Fr. Pierre Toussaint, CFR. Start on April 27 to pray every day leading up to the Feast of the Visitation on May 31! Over 33 days, Sister Miriam will guide us through powerful reflections on True Devotion to Mary by St. Louis de Montfort and Imitation of Christ by Thomas à Kempis. We’ll then pray alongside Gwen and Fr. PT to really see how each day is a step closer to Mary and, through her, a step closer to Jesus.

Join the waitlist by clicking the link above today!

Youth ministry

Tuesday- dismissal-4:00 Students attending can wear purple shirts to school with uniform bottoms. We will dismiss at One Heart Building.

Mother's day MasS

Mass will be on Wednesday, April 29 at 1:00. Only moms will be seated in church. Other guests may sit in the PLC or watch online. Thank you in advance for your cooperation and understanding! After Mass we will dismiss students first, then guests to the gym for May Crowning and 1st grade Maypole. From there we will dismiss for the day. Please note that there will not be any check-outs done between Mass and the May Crowning/Maypole.

may crowning

May Crowning will take place in the gym after Mass on Wednesday. Each student is asked to bring a single flower to school that day. These will be combined to make a class bouquet to place at Our Mother Mary's statue.

looking ahead

• May 6 Missionary Disciple of the Year Mass
• May 8 Student Prayer Service, Adoration
• May 12 Service Hours due
• May 13 Candle Mass

HIS HOUSE

Student Feather of the Week

USE YOUR MANNERS- Say please, thank you, no sir/ma’am, and yes sir/ma’am. Welcome others with a greeting, a firm handshake, and eye contact.

Feather Challenge

Greet at least one adult on campus this week with a firm handshake and eye contact and use your manners.

The St. Cecilia School 2024–25 Annual Report is now available! Take a look at how our Bluejay community continues to make a lasting impact.

Bluejay Athletic banquet is this week, 4/28, from 6-8pm in the St. Cecilia Gym. If anyone would like to attend who did not RSVP,  please reach out to the Athletic Director ASAP.  The Bluejay Track wrapped up an outstanding season at the district meet this week. Our student-athletes showed tremendous dedication and teamwork throughout the season, and it paid off in a big way.  We are proud to recognize our teams for their impressive finishes:

• 5th/6th Grade Girls - District Runner Up
• 5th/6th Grade Boys - District Runner Up
• 7th/8th Grade Girls - District Runner Up

Individual Event Winners 

• Holland Verett - 5th/6th Girls 1600 Meter Run 
• Holland Verett - 5th/6th Girls 3200 Meter Run 
• Holland Verett - 5th/6th Girls 800 Meter Run 
• Brooks Schoenfeld - 5th/6th Boys High Jump
• Hudson Segura / Reed Gruhlkey / Hayden Jacob / Tanner Breaux - 5th/6th Boys 4 x 200 Relay 
• Lauren Froehlich - 7th/8th Girls 3200 Meter Run 
• Lauren Froehlich - 7th/8th Girls 800 Meter Run 
• Ella Maynard - 7th/8th Grade Girls Javelin 

These accomplishments reflect the hard work of our athletes and coaches throughout the season. Congratulations to all of our track athletes on a fantastic season.

On Monday, our Bluejay Golf team earned a 2nd-place finish in their Match. Monday's Team consisted of the following players. 

• Charlie Savoy 
• Jack Parvino 
• Frances Smith 
• Graham Prejean 
• Gregory LeBlanc 
• John Benson Christ 
• Fisher Monte 

On Tuesday, our Bluejay golf team again earned a 2nd-place finish. Tuesday’s Team consisted of the following players

• Charlie Savoy 
• Jack Parvino 
• Frances Smith 
• Reed Gruhlkey 
• Gregory LeBlanc 
• Huson Segura

Next up for our Golf Team is the League Championship Tournament on 4/29 at Cane Row. The Bluejay Tennis team had a friendly match this week against St. Pius as we continue to prepare for the league tournament.  This week is the final week to register for Fall Sports (Football / Volleyball / Cross Country). Sign-ups will close on May 1. If you have not received the registration, please reach out to the Athletic Director at jgabriel@scsbluejays.org Look ahead to next week's events 

• 4/29 - Golf Championship @ Cane Row 
• 4/29 - Tennis Match Vs Cathedral 
• 4/29 - Swim Meet

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/.

PTC Spotlight

Almost everyone has met Hailey Fontenot or seen her around school or church. Hailey is a busy mother of five children, who are fourth-generation SCS students. She is also a Registered Nurse and holds several credentials in the healthcare field, but she still finds time to volunteer for just about everything. She serves as Chair of the Broussard Community Fair, has been an Advisory Council officer and member for the last few years, a Room Mom (often for more than one class), a 4-H Leader, substitute teacher, and Bereavement Committee member at SHJ.  She has also volunteered for the Bluejay Bash, Color Run, Spirit Shop, and VBS, as well as many other school and church events. Thank you, Hailey, for continuing to be an amazing PTC member and friend to many.