Principal’s Page

APRIL 1, 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. Please note that we begin Easter break with an 11:30 AM dismissal on Thursday, April 2. After care is not provided.

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

Screenagers Viewing

Please note the flyer sent home for the Screenagers viewing on Friday, April 17 at 7:30 PM. Parents who attend will get credited for 3 service hours. The movie is about 90 minutes long, and there will be a question-and-answer session right afterwards. Please CLICK HERE to register to attend.

5Essentials Survey Incentive

Thank you for completing the 5Essentials Survey. Since we reached a 30% parent participation rate, the entire school will enjoy an Out of Uniform Day on Monday, April 20!

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 25, 2026

Dear St. Celestine School Parents and Guardians,

I want to begin by offering a heartfelt thank you to our incredible Parents Club for coordinating such a successful fundraising event this past weekend. The spirit of joy and cooperation was truly inspiring, and I am deeply grateful for the time, creativity, and generosity that made it possible. Events like Dancing through the Decades Fundraiser remind us how blessed we are to have such a dedicated and creative parent community supporting our mission.

On Thursday, April 2, students will have an 11:30 am dismissal to allow for optional parent-teacher conferences in the afternoon. If you’d like to schedule a conference, please reach out to your child’s teacher directly. These meetings are a valuable opportunity to discuss your child’s growth and goals as we enter the final stretch of the school year. Should the teacher wish to coordinate a meeting with you, they will be contacting you directly to schedule a time.

Please note that Easter Break is from April 3 through April 12, with a return to school on Monday, April 13.

We are also excited to begin Instructional Soccer, a fun program designed for Grades K- 3 to introduce students to the fundamentals of teamwork, sportsmanship, and physical activity in a faith-filled setting. Many thanks to the Athletics Board, volunteers, and coaches helping us make this happen!

Enrollment for the 2026-2027 school year is ongoing. If you have not yet registered, please do so as soon as you are able. Tuition collection for the 2026-2027 school year begins in May. Please contact me if you have questions regarding the upcoming school year. I am committed to helping every family prepare for the year ahead.

Looking ahead, our annual Boosterthon Fun Run is just around the corner. This year, all proceeds will support the enhancement of our literacy resources, helping ensure that every student continues to grow in reading and comprehension. We look forward to seeing our students running with enthusiasm and purpose.

Finally, I want to share that Mrs. Silber, our special education teacher, has left due to family needs. We are so grateful for her dedication and the care she has shown to our students. Please join me in keeping her and her family in your prayers during this time of transition. At present, I am working with teachers to find a path forward to continue support for our students.

Thank you, as always, for your continued partnership in our mission of forming faith-filled learners.

With Gratitude,

Sheila M. Klich - Principal

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