Dear St. Cyril Families,

Our annual Gala was a truly magical evening and a beautiful reflection of what makes our St. Cyril of Jerusalem community so special. 

This event simply would not have been possible without the incredible leadership of our Gala Chairs, Remy Smith and Kate Cafaro. In their second year at the helm, Remy and Kate went above and beyond, keeping every detail running seamlessly. Their vision, creativity, and calm leadership brought this evening to life, and we are so grateful they stepped forward (again!) to lead this charge.

A tremendous thank you to our exceptional auction team, led by Keisha Leon, along with Danae Tucker, Albert Biscarra, and Jacqueline Downey. This group did mighty things. A special shout-out to Danae, who spent hours partnering with our teachers to design the beloved student experiences—those one-of-a-kind opportunities our children treasure. We are also deeply grateful to Jen Leung, who worked closely with the auction team bringing the Auctria platform on-line, managed the budget, and facilitated payments with her usual thoughtfulness and precision.

Behind the scenes, so many helped bring this evening together. Thank you to Mrs. Austria for managing finances and tracking volunteer hours, and to Mrs. Blake for coordinating and safeguarding the many auction donations. A special thank you as well to Deborah Nicolaou for organizing our incredible volunteers—your work ensured everything ran smoothly from start to finish. And to Mrs. Pugliese, thank you for your continued support, leadership and guidance throughout.

We are incredibly grateful to our generous sponsors; Dr. Lakey and Beverly Hills Cosmeceuticals, the St. Cyril of Jerusalem Foundation, and to Notre Dame High School for their support of this year’s event. This amazing evening would not have been possible without your support. 

And what a night it was! Teachers out on the dance floor, parents reconnecting, and a crowd that kept the energy going strong until the very end. It was a true celebration of this community.

Thanks to your generosity, we have raised $41,586 so far—with our Second Chance Auction open through May 2nd. There is still time to bid, participate, and help us grow that total even further.

Our special security matching donation drive has brought in $1,550 so far which our generous St. Cyril Foundation has agreed to match. We will keep this donation portal open during our second chance auction to see if we build off this fantastic momentum. Remember you can donate Here. 

Behind events like this is a dedicated Parent Association Board, and as our current board prepares to step down, we are urgently seeking parents to step into these vital roles. We cannot continue to host events like this and provide these opportunities for our children without new volunteers stepping forward.

We know it can feel like a big commitment. But the truth is, this is not a solo role—it’s a team effort. As we watched the splashdown of the Artemis II lunar mission off our coast earlier this month, it was evident that no mission succeeds without a strong crew. The same is true here. You will be supported, you will share the load, and you will be part of something incredibly meaningful.

If you have ever considered getting involved, even for a moment – this is your moment. We need you. Our community needs you.

Finally, to all of our families; thank you. Thank you for showing up, for giving generously, and for making this night such a success. This is what community looks like.

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Parent Association 2025-2026 Weekly Update

April 20 – 24, 2026

2nd ROUND AUCTION
Closes Saturday, May 2nd @ 11:00PM

Round 2 is here — and the excitement isn’t over yet!

Auctria has officially reopened for bidding and buy-it-now purchases on all remaining unsold items. This second-round auction is your chance to snag something special before it’s gone for good. Bidding will remain open until May 2 at 11:00PM, so don’t miss out!

There are still plenty of incredible items up for grabs, including Super Bowl tickets, UCLA football game tickets, museum admissions, skincare vouchers, summer camps, gift certificates, jewelry and so much more. Plus, you’ll find a variety of exclusive SCJ favorites, like reserved seating at major school events and unforgettable teacher experiences.

Take another look — your must-have item might still be waiting! If you haven’t already, be sure to register to bid and download the auction app so you can bid anytime, anywhere.

Click THIS LINK to start BIDDING NOW!

Thank you for your continued generosity and support of St. Cyril of Jerusalem School. 

Happy bidding!

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.

GRANDPARENTS DAY
Friday, May 1st | 10:30AM – 12:00PM

We are happy to announce the return of Grandparents Day to SCJ! It has been way too long. This will be on May 1st as we know many grandparents will be in town for May Crowning and First Holy Communion. This event will be sponsored by the Foundation for St. Cyril. Attached below is a flyer. If you have any grandparents who live in town, please invite them to join us. Grandparents here or not, there will be a fun activity planned for all students prior to May Crowning at noon.

ENCINO SPRING CARNIVAL
May 22nd – May 24th

We are thrilled to announce the return of the Encino Spring Carnival this Memorial Day Weekend! Please join us from May 22nd – May 24th as we gather to celebrate the St. Cyril School community with a weekend of unforgettable memories. From thrilling attractions and live entertainment to local food trucks and special alumni gatherings, there is truly something for everyone.

Exclusive Offer: This year, we are offering a limited number of pre-sale 3-day unlimited ride wristbands. Keep an eye out for more details—you won’t want to miss this opportunity to secure your passes early! 

Stay Connected: Follow us @encinospringcarnival on Instagram and Facebook for the latest updates and behind-the-scenes previews.

Sponsorship Opportunities: We are currently seeking generous families and local businesses to help bring this event to life. If you or someone you know is interested in supporting our community, please contact our Sponsorship Chair, Mr. Chris Ferris, at cferris@stcyrilschool.org.

2026 SCJ TALENT SHOW
Friday, , May 22nd | 5:30 – 7:30PM

We are excited to announce … Friday, May 22nd is our annual Student Talent Show! Get ready to share your talent:

Singing, dancing, an instrument, magic, acting, gymnastics, stand-up comedy or any other talent you have. Individual and group acts are welcome. Video submissions of reviews are due to the email below no later than 5-1-26. Select in-person Reviews will be held at lunch & after school on Thursday, April 30th (Please email us if you prefer to come in person & indicate lunch or after school. We will reply with your review time.) Only the general concept & a short sample of your act is needed for reviews to give an idea of your skit. It does not have to be completed or polished. 

Guidelines:

You may email your edited music in .wav or mp3 format to SCJTalentShow@gmail.com if you do not want to send a phone to school to play on review day.Please reach out to Michaela or Johanna with any questions at SCJTalentShow@gmail.com.

SNACK SHACK

**Volunteers Needed!**  (All volunteers must be VIRTUS-trained and fingerprinted). 

Sign up here: Snack Shack Volunteers

Shifts are:  

Without enough volunteers, Snack Shack may close. 

Snacks and small trinkets are available for purchase, so please send your child with cash if they’d like to shop. Let’s keep the Snack Shack running for the kids!

REMINDER – REQUIRED VOLUNTEER HOURS

This is a gentle reminder to please review your volunteer hours in your Gradelink portal.

If you notice any missing hours or have questions, please contact Deborah Nicolaou at scjpavolunteercord@stcyrilschool.org.

Please note that the fulfillment deadline for 8th grade parents is April 30, 2026. Any unfulfilled volunteer hours after this date will be billed to your FACTS tuition account.

Thank you for your continued support and involvement in our school community.