This past week we celebrated the feast day of St. John Paul II, likely the pope during the childhood of most people reading this. In 1987, Pope John Paul II came to Los Angeles and held an event for the youth. Each Catholic school was allowed to select 4 students to attend this event with the Pope. I was blessed to have been selected to attend as the sophomore representative for St. Anthony High School.

Pope John Paul II was the most traveled Pope in history. Certainly not without controversy during his papacy, John Paul did all he could to connect to the “regular” people. I think that is why he was so beloved by the youth. He brought enthusiasm and spirit to our faith. 

Much of that day in 1987 was a blur, but I do remember 2 very distinct moments. First, the Pope called us as young people to “Be not afraid” and to embrace Christ in our lives, and to bring Christ to others. He challenged us to find joy in relationships and not material possessions, to always keep Christ in the center of our lives, and to embrace our enthusiasm and energy to be witness to the love of Christ within ourselves and FOR others.

The second moment of the day that was transformational was when a young musician, born without arms, played guitar with his feet and sang to the Pope. Needless to say, the thousands of teenagers in attendance alongside me were inspired and overwhelmed with emotion, especially when the Pope jumped off the stage to embrace the singer. You can check out the video of that song played for the Pope HERE. I was sitting in that audience and I will never forget that moment.

At the morning’s assembly I reminded our students that they too are empowered to keep Christ in the center of their lives, and to be living witnesses to goodness through their actions. I told them to know that this world and our faith is not just for the “adults” but also for young people. And, like Pope John Paul told me many years ago “use your energy and enthusiasm to bring Christ’s love to the world.”

Spirit Day has been rescheduled to November 8th to accommodate All Saints' Day Mass on November 1st. Students are required to wear their Mass uniforms on Friday, November 1st.

November 5th, 2024

Please mark your calendars for make-up and team pictures on Tuesday, November 5th!

You may PRE-ORDER your photos at mylifetouch.com.

You have the option to pay online in advance or send your student with the order form and payment on picture day.

TEAM PICTURES PRICE: $17.99

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Parents, we kindly ask that you refrain from sending energy supplements, caffeine, or other powdered additives with your students to school for mixing in their water bottles. If they have any powder to add to their water, please ensure they mix it at home in the morning before coming to school.

Students should arrive in time to purchase their lunch ticket before the first bell at 7:50 a.m. If possible, please send children with $1 or $5 dollar bills to purchase their lunch ticket. 

Attention Celtics Grades 2-8

Read, Succeed and Achieve!

AR will have its first raffle on Wednesday October 30th at morning assembly. All students who have taken a quiz will be entered into the raffle for a chance to win a prize!

Quizzes can be taken during school hours so please have your students talk to their teachers about how to access them during class.

🎉 Congratulations to classes 2, 2A, 3, 4A, 5, and 5A for achieving 100% participation! Such a great accomplishment reflects their commitment! Keep up the great work!



Today a Reader, Tomorrow a Leader

Sunday 11/3: Celtic Family Mass sponsored by 8th grade

Monday 11/4:

Tuesday 11/5: Altar Server Interest Meeting @Lunch- Room 6A (grades 5-8)

Picture Day Retakes

Wednesday 11/6:

Thursday 11/7:

Friday 11/8:

Living in Southern California we are so lucky to be surrounded by some of the most

talented, decorated, inspiring athletes. On Friday, we had the honor of welcoming Ryan Bailey, 4-time Olympian for Team USA in Men’s Water Polo, to speak at morning assembly. He shared with our students and faculty what it takes to be an athlete at the most elite level and even brought his silver medal from the 2008 Beijing Olympic Games. Go back to the IG Live to see what he had to share with our school.

PLEDGESTAR IS LIVE!

Have you already earned your JAT socks? Your fundraising journey isn’t over. There

are plenty of prizes still to be won! Top fundraisers each week get to spin our prize

wheel on Friday mornings. The top fundraising class each week gets a donut party and

a Gift Card for the teacher. And we can’t forget about our VIP party! Students who

raise $750+ earn entry to this coveted event! More information on VIP Party will be shared in Celtic Central soon!

CLICK HERE: PLEDGESTAR

Easy, one click links below can be shared with family &

businesses. Once you submit your sponsorship order, email Heather Waider &

Natasha Gould what you would like on your sign. Don’t miss your chance to see your athletes name on the fence on Orangewood!

Sponsorship links are live! See you on the podium!

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**Sponsorship dollars DO NOT count towards student fundraising**

GO TEAM HEDWIG!!

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Note: When submitting photos for the yearbook, kindly make sure to tag each image using the dropdown options available for different grade levels and events. Thank you!

Click the link to view photos from our fun events and activities throughout the school year!

 Honor your child's special day by gifting a $25 donation to the library! Your child will get to pick out a shiny new book to cozy up on the shelves during their special month. How fun is that?

Click the image to learn more.

Mabel's Labels Holiday Products have arrived! From now until October 31st all holiday products are 10% off! 

CLICK THE BUTTON FOR INSTRUCTIONS ON HOW TO ACCESS YOUR CHILD'S A.R. REPORTS.

The St. Hedwig PTO is offering a selection of holiday wreaths for purchase this year! These are fresh cut wreaths that look and smell great. Choose from standard wreaths, cross wreaths, and swags for delivery to the school the first week of December. They make great gifts for family and friends, and the best part is that a portion of our sales will be donated to St. Hedwig!

Never make lunch again. Or at least take a break. Choice Lunch can be ordered Monday-Thursday but you do need to place your order in advance.

Take full control of ordering lunch and choose an entrée, snacks, drinks, and fruits/veggies to customize your child's order.  An individually packaged lunch, labeled for your child, will arrive at school with everything you ordered. 

Thank you for choosing to volunteer. 

As part of our ministry to ensure the safety of our students, all volunteers are required to be fingerprinted and to complete the Safe Environment training every three years. Volunteers are also required to read our Policy Against Sexual Misconduct Book. Please print, sign and return pages 1 and 11 to Diane Sabol. Once you have completed all requirements, you will be sent an email from Mrs. Sabol to let you know that you are clear to volunteer and may sign up for Track it Forward to begin logging your volunteer hours. 

Here are the links for more information and Track it Forward.

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