Dear St. Cyril Families,
As this school year comes to a close, so does our term as your Parent Association Board. It feels strange to write that sentence after two years filled with meetings, events, emails, group texts, spreadsheets, late-night problem solving, and so many moments of joy and connection with this community.
When we first stepped into these roles, we knew we were volunteering to help support the school. What we didn’t fully realize was how much this community would give back to us in return.
To my fellow board members Jennifer Leung, Sarah Mouawad, Connie and Andy Alverez and Deborah Nicoloau: thank you for your partnership, humor, patience, and willingness to jump in whenever and wherever needed. None of what we accomplished happened because of one person. It happened because of a group of parents who consistently showed up for each other and for this school.
To our administration and teachers: thank you for the trust you placed in us and for the work you do every single day, often behind the scenes and without recognition. Supporting this school has only deepened our appreciation for how much care, energy, and heart goes into creating this environment for our children.
And to the parents of SCJ: thank you for volunteering, donating, attending events, buying raffle tickets, serving pizza, folding shirts, decorating tables, coaching teams, answering texts, and stepping in when help was needed. Small schools only work when people participate, and this community truly does.
Over the last two years, we’ve watched students grow, families form friendships, traditions continue, and new memories take shape. We’ve also learned that what makes this school special isn’t any single event or fundraiser. It’s the feeling that people here genuinely care about one another and are willing to contribute to something larger than themselves.
Serving as PA President has been one of the most challenging, rewarding, exhausting, and meaningful experiences I’ve had. I’m deeply grateful for it.
While our board’s chapter is ending, the story of the SCJ community continues. It will continue because new parents will step forward with fresh ideas, energy, and love for this school.
Thank you for allowing us to serve this community. It has truly been an honor.
With gratitude,
Vicki Parks-Murphy
PA President
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Parent Association 2025-2026 Weekly Update
June 1-5, 2026
FINAL SCHOOL MASS
Friday, June 5th 11:00AM
Join us on Friday, June 5th at 11:00AM for our final school Mass of the year. This special celebration is an opportunity for our school community to come together in prayer, gratitude, and reflection as we celebrate a wonderful year of learning and growth.
All students should wear their formal uniforms—green polos with navy bottoms or plaid skirts/skorts.
Parents and families are warmly invited to attend and share in this meaningful occasion. We look forward to celebrating with you!
VOLUNTEER APPRECIATION RECEPTION
Sunday, June 7th 4 PM | SCJ OUTDOOR CLASSROOM
If you served as a Room Parent and/or Event Chair during the 2025–2026 school year, we would love to celebrate you!
An Evite has been sent to all eligible volunteers. Please take a moment to RSVP so we can plan accordingly. Please reach out to SCJ PA if you have not received an invitation and served as a Room Parent or Event Chair this year.
Join us for a Volunteer Appreciation Reception hosted by the PA Board in the SCJ Outdoor Classroom. Enjoy delicious tacos from one of our favorite food trucks, great company, and a well-deserved afternoon of appreciation as we wrap up another wonderful school year.
Thank you for your time, dedication, and countless contributions to our school community. We look forward to celebrating with you!
APPLICATIONS ARE OPEN FOR THE 2026-2028 PA BOARD
Ready to make your mark (and maybe a little school magic) at SCJ? We’re now accepting applications for our 2026–2028 Parent Association Board! Open roles include President, Vice President, Secretary, Treasurer, Volunteer Coordinator, and Communications Coordinator—aka the dream team behind the scenes making it all happen. If you’ve got ideas, energy, or just a love for this community, we want you!
Curious what a role entails? Reach out to us at scjpa@stcyrilschool.org — we’re always happy to chat or meet one-on-one (no pressure, just friendly intel). We can’t wait to welcome our next PA Board—go ahead, throw your hat in the ring! The application link is HERE. The application window will close on Wednesday, June 10th.
UNIFORM DONATIONS
As the school year comes to a close, we are beginning to prepare for next year’s Uniform Sale in August! We are currently accepting donations of gently used Dennis uniforms to help support our school community.
All Dennis uniforms will be accepted except grey polos, navy sweatpants, and navy sweatshirts. Families who donate uniforms will receive credit to use at the August sale.
Donations may be dropped off at the school office. Thank you for helping us keep our uniform exchange program going strong and supporting fellow SCJ families!
LOST & FOUND
Friday, June 5th | SCJ PAVILLION
Please take a moment to check the Lost & Found for any items that may belong to your child. As we wrap up the school year, all unclaimed items remaining after Friday, June 5th will be generously donated to our Uniform Exchange.
We encourage students and families to stop by and take a look before the end of the week – you may be surprised at what you find!
Thank you for helping us clear out the Lost & Found before summer break.
SECURITY MATCHING GRANT FUND *EXTENDED
Closes Friday, June 5
Auctria will remain open through June 5th and is still accepting donations for the St. Cyril School Foundation Security Matching Grant Fund.
The Foundation has generously committed to matching all donations dollar-for-dollar, up to $20,000, specifically for critical campus security improvements. As many of you may have already noticed, some of these enhancements are already underway — including increased security staffing — but there is still a larger fundraising goal of approximately $170,000 needed to fully complete these important upgrades.
We are incredibly grateful that many families have already contributed toward this important initiative, and we thank everyone who has helped support these efforts so far. We encourage those who are still able to give to consider making a donation during this matching opportunity, where every dollar goes twice as far toward helping strengthen the safety and security of our campus for all students, faculty, and families.
Click THIS LINK to donate.
Thank you for your continued generosity and support of St. Cyril of Jerusalem School.