Traditions

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  All School Retreat

  This retreat features a visiting priest and a keynote speaker. Vibrant worship music, witness talks, and discussions are all part of the day in addition to Mass, Confession and Eucharistic Adoration. Students come away encouraged and spiritually refreshed.
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  Baccalaureate Mass

  All students, faculty, and upperclassman families celebrate Mass with the Bishop at the Cathedral of the Incarnation, followed by a program where the seniors present the class gift to the school and red roses to their parents as a token of gratitude. Baccalaureate concludes with the Ceremony of the Passing of the Light, in which the graduating senior class passes the light of leadership to the rising senior class.
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  Father Daughter Social: "BBQ and Bluegrass"

  Students invite their fathers or father-figures onto campus for a night of live music, food and fellowship. Student Council members present  the seniors and their guests in honor of their last Father/Daughter event,. This event is typically held in the fall in St. Cecilia Academy's gym. 
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  Freshman Overnight

  Before school starts, the entire freshman class attends an overnight workshop at Camp Marymount, planned and hosted by members of the senior class. This workshop provides freshmen with a relaxed environment to get to know all the members of their class.
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  Freshman Senior Week

  In September, every senior "adopts" a freshman. Throughout the week, seniors do fun activities for their freshmen, such as decorating lockers and leaving small notes and surprises for them. At the end of the week, the seniors sponsor a picnic at which time they reveal to "their" freshmen who they are. This event fosters community and builds a sense of mentorship and support for the new high school students.
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  Graduation

  The graduating class wears the traditional white cap and gown for the ceremony as they receive their diplomas, presented by the Prioress General of the Saint Cecilia Congregation. The graduation is held on the White House lawn, and speeches are given by the Valedictorian, Salutatorian, and St. Cecilia Girl.
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  Junior Ring Mass

  The Junior Ring Mass is a long-standing tradition at St. Cecilia Academy. At the end of a special Mass in the Motherhouse chapel, the juniors receive their class rings from the principal in a formal ceremony. The senior class president presents each junior with a red rose to mark her first step toward becoming a leader of the school.
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  Leadership Workshop

  In August, all students who have been elected to school leadership positions meet for a workshop, where they learn about the responsibilities of their particular positions, meet with their faculty sponsors, and participate in team-building and leadership activities.
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  May Procession

  The seniors, wearing spring dresses, carry roses in a procession to a statue of the Blessed Virgin Mary. The Alumnae Association presents each senior with a rosary, then representatives of the senior class lead a school-wide rosary. At the end of the procession the President of Sodality, assisted by a Junior High representative, crowns the statue of the Blessed Virgin Mary. The ceremony is followed by a reception with the student's mothers. 
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  Saint Cecilia Day

  High school mothers are invited to campus to celebrate the the feast of St. Cecilia. The day begins with a Mass at which the Bishop of the Diocese presides. Red roses are used on the altar in honor of St. Cecilia. Following the Mass, there is a fine arts assembly showcasing students' acting, singing, and artistic abilities. The day concludes with a high school Mother/Daughter Tea.
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  Senior Traditions

  Seniors' traditions include gathering on the first day of school to watch the sunrise on campus, eating lunch outside on the senior patio, wearing Saddle-Oxfords with the uniform, and wearing the "senior sweater," a yellow sweater with the school logo on it.
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  Spirit Week

  Spirit Week is held in the fall and is highly anticipated by all the students. Each day during the week is designated as a particular theme. The students have numerous opportunities to show their SCArab spirit through planned activities and events. The week culminates in a day full of class competitions leading to the Spirit Award given to the class with the best participation and spirit.