Happy Feast of All Saints! May their examples of courage, faith, and love inspire us all on our own journeys towards holiness.

The Senior Class is hosting a fundraiser in partnership with Chick-fil-A on Charlotte Pike. On Friday, November 7, head to Chick-fil-A starting at 12:00 p.m. for lunch on the half day! Chick-fil-A will donate a portion of their proceeds to St. Cecilia Academy.

St. Cecilia Academy senior and Eagle Scout Izzie Playfair recently received two of Scouting America’s highest honors for a significant act of service to a stranger and saving the life of a neighbor. Learn more about Izzie's incredible story at stcecilia.edu/news.

After a rousing matinee performance today, you won't want to miss Hello Dolly! Select tickets are available for Friday at 7 p.m., Saturday at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m., and for Sunday at 3 p.m. Bravo! Visit stcecilia.edu/fine-arts/hell… to purchase tickets.

Happy Feast of All Dominican Saints! Today we remember the holy men and women of the Dominican tradition whose lives inspire us to seek truth. We also celebrate the Dominican Sisters of St. Cecilia, whose prayer and dedication guide our school.

Please join us on Nov. 19 at 6:00 p.m. for a screening of Triumph of the Heart – the moving true story of St. Maximilian Kolbe, the Franciscan priest who offered his life in exchange for another prisoner at Auschwitz during World War II. RSVP at stcecilia.edu/triumph-of-the….

Today we recognized and expressed our appreciation for veterans during a morning prayer assembly led by Mr. Horn. Thank you to the many Veterans on campus as well as our alumnae far and wide who have served or are serving our country. We are grateful for you.

Only one week until SCA Giving Day – Tuesday, November 18. If your class year ends in ’1 or ’6, it’s your milestone year – the perfect time to give back. Let’s make it our best Giving Day yet! Give on November 18 at stcecilia.edu/support/giving….

Thank you to Gabe and Cristin Barkley for hosting the SCA Junior Class parent social in their lovely home. It was a wonderful night of great conversation and friendship!

We are grateful to our wonderful Parent Association and the 10th grade class families who provided chilis, soups, salads, and more on this cool fall day. The meal was perfect and was topped off by special treats and cards from the SCA Student Council. Thank you all!

Congratulations to Maggie Crosslin '26 for being named Ponce Law Girls Athlete of the Week by the Tennessean. Thank you to all who voted for Maggie! Go Scarabs! 🐞 Photo Credit: Chris Day, The Commercial Appeal

Join us in celebrating the start of the Advent season with hot chocolate, carols, and the annual lighting and blessing of the campus Christmas tree on Friday, December 5 from 6:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. The Tree Lighting will begin promptly at 6:15 p.m. RSVP at bit.ly/48cZt7

Get your Christmas shopping done at the Scarab Shop, which will be open tomorrow at lunchtime for students and from 2:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. for parents. New merchandise is available!

The 7th and 8th graders engaged in prayer, reflection, and activities at their recent off campus retreat. The students had an opportunity to deepen their relationships with God and with each other.

Congratulations to current SCA Speech and Dramatics Teacher and Theater Director, Diane Meier '91, who was inducted into the Nashville Catholic Middle School Forensics League Hall of Fame as a coach. We are proud of you, Mrs. Meier!

Hannah Broderick '26 and Julia Betbeze '27 recently performed at the MTVA Midstate Honors Choir concert. Bravo!

Several St. Cecilia students participated in SEARCH recently at Camp Marymount. Congratulations to the SCA Searchers and Leaders for a great retreat.

Congratulations to our Bowling team, who sent 9 athletes to the TSSAA DII Middle Region Individual Bowling Tournament. 3 Scarabs placed in the top 20: Bersabell M. '27 (#1), Evyn D. '27 (#6), and Cimbri C. '27 (#16). Bersabell and Evyn are now headed to State! Way to go, Scarabs!

Today we celebrated the Feast of the Immaculate Conception with an all-school Mass. The Blessed Virgin Mary is a role model for us and may the Immaculate Conception inspire us to purity, obedience, and living out our vocations.

Join us on December 11 for the SCA Fireside Chat! This is an informal event for prospective parents to learn more about St. Cecilia Academy. The event begins at 12:00 p.m., and lunch is provided. Feel free to stay after for a school tour. Register at stcecilia.edu/admissions/fir….