“This is the day the Lord has made; let us rejoice and be glad in it." ~Psalm 118:24

May 9, 2024

Dear School,

Thank you all for showering us with so many good things during Teacher and Staff Appreciation Week. We are each so blessed to be a part of this community and to partner with you in the More Than School education of your children. We hope to see many of you tomorrow as we gather for our May Crowning Mass.

Last week's Grandparents and Grandpals Day was a wonderful success. We are grateful for all of our special visitors and the many volunteers who ensured that the day ran smoothly.

Please make sure your students bring a refillable water bottle to school each day. As the temperatures begin to rise we notice that they become thirsty more often and need to hydrate throughout the school day.

Mark Your Calendar

Please save the date for these school events:

• Friday, May 10th - May Crowning Mass 8:30 am - formal uniform
• Friday, May 10th - Mother's Day Morning: Preschool, K4, and K5
• Sunday, May 12th - Happy Mother's Day!
• Monday, May 13th - Student Council candidate speeches 2:00 pm in the parish hall
• Tuesday, May 14th - 5th grade Walk Through the American Revolution 8:30 am
• Tuesday, May 14th - 6th grade Walk Through Ancient Times 12:00 pm
• Wednesday, May 15th - Preschool Playdate for incoming preschoolers 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
• Thursday, May 16th - Student Council voting
• Friday, May 17th - Mass 8:30 am - formal uniform
• Friday, May 17th - Park Day for 7th and 8th graders
• Saturday, May 18th - PAL Track Meet 1st - 4th grades at Aliso Niguel High School
• Sunday, May 19th - PAL Track Meet 5th - 8th grades at Aliso Niguel High School

Preschool Playdate

Calling all preschoolers! We are now accepting applications for the 2024-2025 school year. Join us for a Preschool Playdate on Wednesday, May 15th from 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm. Come see how awesome our preschool program is. RSVP to Diana Anoc at DAnoc@stceciliak8.org by Monday, May 13th. Please help us spread the word to your families and friends.

Tuition Assistance Applications

If you would like to apply for Tuition Assistance for the 2024-2025 school year, please visit http://www.online.factsmgt.com/aid to complete the application online. Tuition Assistance is available for Grades K5-8. Applications are due by May 19th.

If you have any questions or encounter problems accessing the application, please call the FACTS parent line at (866) 441-4637.

Referral Incentive

If you know a family who could benefit from a More Than School education, invite them to set up an admissions tour with Mrs. Diana Anoc by emailing DAnoc@stceciliak8.org. When you refer a new family to St. Cecilia School, your Family Fee will be waived once the new family enrolls and pays their Family Fee.

Volunteers Needed for PAL Track Meet Snack Bar

On Saturday, May 18th and Sunday, May 19th, our school will be hosting the Snack Bar for the PAL Track Meet at Aliso Niguel High School. All proceeds of the snack bar will benefit our athletic department. We are in need of volunteers to coordinate and work the event. You can sign up here. This is a great opportunity to earn service hours! 

We also need donations for the snack bar. You can sign up here to contribute.

If you have any questions please email Coach JR at JAlmazan@stceciliak8.org and Mrs. Deutschel at JDeutschel@stceciliak8.org. Thank you!

Spring Show is May 23rd

We're looking forward to a wonderful Spring Show on May 23rd. We will have an afternoon show at 1:00pm which will serve as a final rehearsal and an evening show at 7:00pm. Details regarding volunteer opportunities, seating, student attire, arrival, and pick-up time will be released in the coming weeks.

Thanks to the generosity of our parochial administrator, Fr. Khoi Phan, we will have No School on Friday, May 24th.

Jamba Juice Returns May 10th

Friday afternoon Jamba Juice sales will return tomorrow, May 10th. 

St. Cecilia Summer Camp: Registration Closes Tomorrow!

Camp begins on June 17th. Dates, details, and registration information can be found on these flyers: Tiny Tot Camp and Junior Camp. Limited space is available. The registration fee is $90 and last day to register is Friday May 10th. Don't delay!

St. Cecilia Moms Group

Our next and final gathering for the current school year is Thursday, May 16th at 9:00 am. We hope you are able to spend the morning with us as we celebrate this beautiful motherhood journey. It will be a fun-filled morning and we hope to see you there.  Please RSVP here.

Tustin Street Fair and Chili Cook-off

The 40th Annual Tustin Street Fair and Chili Cook-off will be held on Sunday, June 2nd from 11:00 am to 6:00 pm. This annual party takes place in the streets of Old Town Tustin and holds the distinct honor of being the largest one-day chili cook-off in the country, according to the International Chili Society. 

We need volunteers to help serve the chili at our booth. All supplies will be provided. Please sign up here. These hours can be counted toward next year's service hours. 

We look forward to continuing our winning streak of the Spirit Award and need students and their families to come show our St. Cecilia School spirit! More details on representing our school will be coming soon.

Please email Mrs. Diana Anoc at DAnoc@stceciliak8.org if you have any questions. 

2024 Diocesan Children's Choir Camp

The Roman Catholic Diocese of Orange is offering a Children's Choir Camp that is open to children entering Grades 1-12 at Christ Cathedral from July 29th - August 2nd, 9:00 am - 12:00 pm each day. Additional details on registration can be found here.

Servite Summer Camps

Spend your summer at Servite!  Registration is now open for Camp Credo at Servite High School. Servite's co-ed summer camps are designed for children who will be in 1st to 8th grade in Fall 2024!  Choose from a variety of different activities and enjoy a fun and active summer. Register today at campcredo.org.

Summer at SM Camps

Santa Margarita Catholic High School Upcoming Events

Santa Margarita Catholic High School welcomes our partner schools and parishes to exciting upcoming events on our campus. There’s something for everyone! 

Rosary Athletics Summer Camps

Rosary Academy is offering summer youth camps for boys and girls including Royal Basketball Camp. Learn more about all of their offerings and register here.

Prayer Requests

We pray for the repose of the soul of Mr. José Luis Chopin, grandfather of Jeshua Carmona (K5) and Rafaela Carmona (Class of 2023 alumni), who passed away on May 1st. We pray for rest and peace for Mr. Chopin, as well as comfort for the family during this time.

Would you like us to pray for a family member who is sick, deceased, or has welcomed a new baby? Please submit these and other prayer requests on this form.

Yours in Christ,

Mary Alvarado

Principal