St. Celestine Athletics
It is the mission of the St. Celestine Athletic Program to provide our students with instructional and competitive sports options as an extension of the St. Celestine Academic Program. Participants will learn the fundamentals of each sport and develop strong, healthy and disciplined minds and bodies. Participants also will develop a sense of good sportsmanship, fair play and team spirit.
Please see the Athletic Monthly Schedule, Information and Forms on the right sidebar of this page.
General Email – athleticdirector@stcelestineschool.org
Welcome Letter from the Committee
Dear Celtic Family,
On behalf of the members of the Athletic Committee, we would like to welcome everyone back to school and back for another exciting year filled with Celtic pride, good sportsmanship, athletic development and teamwork. We are excited to join the City Suburban Catholic Conference this year.
Please consider being a part of our exciting athletic program in some capacity – be it as a student athlete, a coach, a volunteer, or a fan. Whatever level of involvement you choose does not matter. Just plan to participate in our vibrant athletic program and show your CELTIC PRIDE!
Parent volunteers are an essential part of providing the student-athletes a positive athletic experience. If interested in volunteering or learning more about the variety of duties of the Athletic Committee, please contact us at athleticdirector@stcelestineschool.org.
- Registration – NOW through August 13, 2025
- Cost:
$60 – includes jersey - Payment:
Payments need to be made at the time of registration on TeamSnap with a credit / debit card. Cash and checks are no longer accepted. - CLICK HERE TO REGISTER
- Season:
August 18, 2025 – October 3, 2025
Bronze Meet – September 19, 2025
Silver Meet – September 26, 2025
Gold Meet – October 10, 2025
Rain Make-Up – October 17, 2025 - Grade Level:
4th-6th JV and 7th-8th Varsity - JV will run 1 mile and Varsity will run 1.5 miles – All student athletes are expected to follow all rules and guidelines given to them by their coaches, the athletic director and the school principal. Students should attend all practices / meets with an attitude to learn and improve. They should have a good attitude at all times and treat others with respect.
- Contact Information:
Please contact the Athletic Director with any questions at athleticdirector@stcelestineschool.org.
- Registration – NOW through August 5, 2025
- Cost:
$125 – includes uniform - Payment:
Payments need to be made at the time of registration on TeamSnap with a credit / debit card. Cash and checks are no longer accepted. - CLICK HERE TO REGISTER
- Season:
August 4, 2025 – October 13, 2025 - Grade Level:
4th-6th JV and 7th-8th Varsity - All students are expected to follow all rules and guidelines given to them by their coaches, the athletic director and the school principal. Students should attend all practices / games with an attitude to learn and improve. They should have a good attitude at all times and treat others with respect.
- Contact Information:
Please contact the Athletic Director with any questions at athleticdirector@stcelestineschool.org.
- Registration – Coming Soon!
- Cost:
$170 – includes uniform
- Payment:
Payments need to be made at the time of registration on TeamSnap with a credit / debit card. Cash and checks are no longer accepted. - Season:
September 22, 2025 – January 11, 2026
- Grade Level:
4th-8th Grades - All student athletes are expected to follow all rules and guidelines given to them by their coaches, the athletic director and the school principal. Students should attend all practices / games with an attitude to learn and improve. They should have a good attitude at all times and treat others with respect.
- Contact Information:
Please contact the Athletic Director with any questions at athleticdirector@stcelestineschool.org.
- Registration – Coming Soon!
- Cost:
$170 – includes uniform - Payment:
Payments need to be made at the time of registration on TeamSnap with a credit / debit card. Cash and checks are no longer accepted. - Season:
December 29, 2025 – April 20, 2026 - Grade Level:
4th-8th Grades - All student athletes are expected to follow all rules and guidelines given to them by their coaches, the athletic director and the school principal. Students should attend all practices / games with an attitude to learn and improve. They should have a good attitude at all times and treat others with respect.
- Contact Information:
Please contact the Athletic Director with any questions at athleticdirector@stcelestineschool.org.
- Registration – Coming Soon!
- Cost:
$60 – includes jersey - Payment:
Payments need to be made at the time of registration on TeamSnap with a credit / debit card. Cash and checks are no longer accepted. - Season:
March 30, 2026 – May 17, 2026
1st Meet – April 19, 2026
2nd Meet – April 26, 2026
3rd Meet – May 3, 2026
Rain Make-Up – May 17, 2026 - Grade Level:
4th-6th Grades – JV and 7th-8th Grades – Varsity - All student athletes are expected to follow all rules and guidelines given to them by their coaches, the athletic director and the school principal. Students should attend all practices / meets with an attitude to learn and improve. They should have a good attitude at all times and treat others with respect.
- Contact Information:
Please contact the Athletic Director with any questions at athleticdirector@stcelestineschool.org.
Instructional Soccer 2025-2026
- Registration – Closing Soon!
- Cost:
$60 – includes t-shirt
- Payment:
Payments need to be made at the time of registration on TeamSnap with a credit / debit card. Cash and checks are no longer accepted. - Season:
To be decided! - Grade Level:
Kindergarten – 3rd Grade - Instruction and game time is about 1.25 hours. Followed by a pizza party the last night. Each student athlete will receive a t-shirt and all players are required to wear shin guards.
- All student athletes are expected to follow all rules and guidelines given to them by their coaches, the athletic director and the school principal. Students should attend all sessions with an attitude to learn and improve. They should have a good attitude at all times and treat others with respect.
- Contact Information:
Please contact the Athletic Director with any questions at athleticdirector@stcelestineschool.org.
Instructional Basketball 2025-2026
- Registration – Coming Soon!
- Cost:
$60 – includes t-shirt
- Payment:
Payments need to be made at the time of registration on TeamSnap with a credit / debit card. Cash and checks are no longer accepted.
- Season:
To be decided! - Grade Level:
Kindergarten – 3rd Grade - Instruction and game time is about 1.25 hours. Followed by a pizza party the last night. Each student athlete will receive a t-shirt.
- All student athletes are expected to follow all rules and guidelines given to them by their coaches, the athletic director and the school principal. Students should attend all sessions with an attitude to learn and improve. They should have a good attitude at all times and treat others with respect.
- Contact Information:
Please contact the Athletic Director with any questions at athleticdirector@stcelestineschool.org.
Instructional Volleyball 2025-2026
- Registration – Coming Soon!
- Cost:
$60 – includes t-shirt - Payment:
Payments need to be made at the time of registration on TeamSnap with a credit/debit card. Cash and checks are no longer accepted. - Season:
To be decided! - Grade Level:
Kindergarten – 3rd Grade - Instruction and game time is about 1.25 hours. Followed by a pizza party the last night. Each student athlete will receive a t-shirt. Knee pads are not required but strongly recommended.
- All student athletes are expected to follow all rules and guidelines given to them by their coaches, the athletic director and the school principal. Students should attend all sessions with an attitude to learn and improve. They should have a good attitude at all times and treat others with respect.
- Contact Information:
Please contact the Athletic Director with any questions at athleticdirector@stcelestineschool.org.
Academic Policy
The Principal supplies the Athletic Committee President and Athletic Director with the names of students who will not be allowed to participate in sport programs for each two-week period. The teachers have considerable input as to whether a child may participate in the sports programs depending on “missing assignments”, “late work” or other areas of academic achievement. A child will remain suspended until his / her grades improve adequately. Parents may remove their children from any Athletic Program, team or squad at any time. However, once the program has begun, there will be no refunds issued.
Athletic Board
Athletic General Email – athleticdirector@stcelestineschool.org
Nicole DiMaggio – Athletic Director
Mike Biegel – President
Dan Schacht – Vice-President
Jim Mazzeffi – Treasurer
Michelle Arroyo – Secretary
Sandra Mazzeffi and Theresa Biegel – Spirit Chair
St. Celestine Athletic Board Overview
The purpose of the St. Celestine Athletic Board is to oversee and coordinate all school-affiliated sports activities at St. Celestine School. As a subcommittee of the School Board, the Athletic Board is responsible for organizing and managing the school’s Athletic Program.
The board is composed of executive members and works in collaboration with the Athletic Director, a member of the school staff. Together, they ensure that the Athletic Program supports the school’s mission and provides positive, organized opportunities for student-athletes.
Meeting Information
The Athletic Board meets on the second Monday of each month. Please refer to the official meeting schedule for specific dates and times.
Specific Duties of the Committee
- Determining the necessity of supervision, supplying all equipment, facilities and supervisory personnel.
- Recommending for approval the formation and entry of any athletic team or squad into any league or tournament and supplying entry fees. No group shall participate in any kind of competition without the approval of the principal.
- Determining the necessity and supplying of all letters and awards for these groups.
- To sponsor and supervise all athletic-related extracurricular activities for all teams.
- Arranging any tournaments or sporting activities.
- Investigating any discipline problem of an individual or group of individuals participating in athletic programs, with the option of recommending to the Principal the suspension from participation in athletic activities and/or using athletic facilities.
Role of the Athletic Director
The Athletic Director is responsible for organizing and overseeing all aspects of the Athletic Program at St. Celestine School. This includes coordinating with the Athletic Board and ensuring the smooth operation of all school-affiliated sports activities.
Key Responsibilities Include:
- Scheduling Gym Time – The Athletic Director schedules use of the gym based on the following priority guidelines established by the Athletic Committee:
- Competitive Sporting Events
- Instructional Sports
- Special Events
- Program Administration – The Athletic Director maintains all necessary paperwork related to the Athletic Program, ensuring compliance with school and league policies.
- Primary Point of Contact – The Athletic Director serves as the main point of contact for any concerns or issues related to the Athletic Program and works closely with the Athletic Committee to address them in a timely and effective manner.
Coaches
Coaches are volunteers selected and monitored by the Athletic Director. Coaches must complete a background check, attend a Virtus “Protecting God’s Children” Workshop, read and sign the Archdiocesan Code of Conduct, and fill out a form for a DCFS screening before being allowed to coach.
Complaint Procedure
Parents should first abide by the “24 hour cool off” period and then communicate directly to the appropriate coach if problems or concerns arise. If either party is unsatisfied with the outcome of the initial discussion, a formal letter or email should be sent to the chair of the Athletic Committee. The Principal will handle sensitive matters.
Fees
All fees must be paid at the time of registration or the student-athlete may not be able to participate in practices or games.
Improper Language
Improper language will not be tolerated at any level. The procedure for dealing with improper language is as follows:
- The first offense will result in a warning.
- The second offense during the same game / activity will result in sitting out of the rest of the game / activity.
- Any repeated usage of improper language may result in suspensions or removal from a team or activity.
This applies to student / athletes, parents, fans and coaches. It is the coaches’ responsibility to follow these guidelines.
Medical Information and Forms
All student-athletes in competitive programs need to submit a Medical Release form signed by their doctor in order to participate. In addition, it is the responsibility of the parent/guardian to notify coaches of any medical condition(s), or medication(s) required for their child, and must notify the coaches of any medication(s) in the player’s possession.
Philosophy
St. Celestine School is concerned with the development of the WHOLE person: The religious moral, social and academic dimensions, as well as the physical development. We believe that participation in athletics is an important part of student development. Through participation in the St. Celestine Athletic Programs, students may develop lifelong skills and positive values. These values include leadership, healthful living habits, self-discipline, integrity, teamwork, respect for rules and regulations and the ability to participate with dignity and grace.
Playing Time
Instructional programs are designed to develop the student athletes’ skills and abilities, as well as teaching the fundamentals of the game. Competitive teams typically begin in 4th grade.
The 4th and 5th grade teams are still instructional and skill-development in nature. Each student-athlete will be given equal playing time throughout the course of the season.
In 6th, 7th and 8th grade, playing time is based on skills, attendance at games and practices, attitude and willingness to work as a team player. This is competitive play and playing time is not guaranteed at this level.
Special Events
Fundraising and other Athletic-sponsored special events will take place throughout the school year.
Special Events:
- Athletic Mass
- Picture Days
- Bags Tournament
- Trivia Night
- Awards Night
More information will be posted closer to the event dates.
Uniforms
All student-athletes are to wear the set uniform. Each student-athlete must be fully dressed for each game. If the student athlete is not in uniform, he or she may not be able to participate in the game that day. All uniforms are yours to keep at the end of the season. They should not be returned to the school.