Principal’s Page

MARCH 18, 2026

Dear St. Celestine School Families,

As we journey through this Lenten season toward the joy of Easter, we invite you and your families to take part in the special opportunities for prayer and celebration at our parish and school.

EASTER AND LABYRINTH SCHEDULE

HOLY WEEK – LABYRINTH – March 29 through April 3

  • In the Gym and Annex at St. Celestine from Palm Sunday to Good Friday.
  • Palm Sunday, March 29 from 12 Noon to 5 PM – March 30 through April 2 from 4 PM to 9 PM – Good Friday, April 3 from 9 AM to 9 PM
  • MORE INFORMATION

MONDAY OF HOLY WEEK – March 30

WEDNESDAY OF HOLY WEEK – April 1

HOLY THURSDAY – April 2

  • 8 AM – Morning Prayer at St. Cyprian
  • 7 PM – Mass of the Lord’s Supper at St. Celestine, followed by Church Visits

GOOD FRIDAY – April 3

  • 8 AM – Morning Prayer at St. Celestine
  • 3 PM – Good Friday Service at St. Cyprian
  • 7 PM – Shadow Stations at St. Celestine

HOLY SATURDAY – April 4

  • 8 AM – Morning Prayer at St. Cyprian
  • 11 AM – Easter Basket Blessing at St. Cyprian
  • 12 Noon – Easter Basket Blessing at St. Celestine
  • 7:30 PM – Easter Vigil at St. Celestine

EASTER SUNDAY – April 5

  • 7:30 AM – Mass at St. Celestine
  • 9 AM – Mass at St. Cyprian
  • 11 AM – Mass at St. Celestine
  • 11:30 AM – Mass at St. Cyprian

5Essentials Survey Incentive

The annual 5Essentials Parent Survey is an important way for you to share feedback that guides our ongoing improvement efforts. If we reach a 30% parent participation rate, the entire school will enjoy an Out of Uniform Day on Monday, April 20! Please take a few minutes to complete the survey today - your voice truly makes a difference. The deadline for completion is March 20. This survey informs the school as to what is working and should continue, and what may require additional attention. The survey link is: http://survey.5-essentials.org/archchicago/survey/parent/

“Dancing Through the Decades” Gala - March 21

Our biggest celebration of the year is just around the corner! Join us on Saturday, March 21, for our Dancing Through the Decades Gala - an evening of fun, fellowship, and fundraising in support of our students. Come dressed to represent your favorite decade and enjoy dinner, music, and great company. Tickets are on sale now - don’t miss this great night for a great cause!

Service Hours Reminder

Please remember that the mandatory 14 hours of service per family must be completed by the end of May. Letters with totals thus far will be shared with families upon the return from Easter break. Hours are valued at $25/ hour and charges will be added to FACTS accounts for any time not completed.

Thank you, as always, for your continued partnership and support of our school mission. Together, we make our community strong and vibrant.

With Gratitude,

Sheila M. Klich - Principal

MARCH 11, 2026

Dear St. Celestine School Families,

I hope your week is off to a wonderful start! As we move through March, there are a few exciting opportunities for our school community that I’d like to highlight.

Website Redesign Committee - We’re beginning the process of refreshing our school website so it continues to reflect the vibrant spirit, faith, and excellence of our community. If you have experience or interest in web design, communications, or marketing - or simply have great ideas to share - we’d love for you to join our Website Committee. Please email me by Wednesday, March 18, if you’d like to be involved. Our next meeting is Monday, March 23 at 9:30 am. Also, participating in this opportunity can be part of the Mandatory Service Hours for St. Celestine School.

5Essentials Survey Incentive - The annual 5Essentials Parent Survey is an important way for you to share feedback that guides our ongoing improvement efforts. If we reach a 30% parent participation rate, the entire school will enjoy an Out of Uniform Day on Monday, April 20! Please take a few minutes to complete the survey today - your voice truly makes a difference. This survey informs the school as to what is working and should continue, and what may require additional attention. The survey link is: http://survey.5-essentials.org/archchicago/survey/parent/

“Dancing Through the Decades” Gala - March 21 - Our biggest celebration of the year is just around the corner! Join us on Saturday, March 21, for our Dancing Through the Decades Gala - an evening of fun, fellowship, and fundraising in support of our students. Come dressed to represent your favorite decade and enjoy dinner, music, and great company. Tickets are on sale now - don’t miss this great night for a great cause!

Please also remember that Monday, March 16 is a Professional Development Day for staff and that there is no school that day.

Thank you, as always, for your continued partnership and support of our school mission. Together, we make our community strong and vibrant.

With Gratitude,

Sheila M. Klich - Principal

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