40th Anniversary
Celebrating 40 Years of Catholic Education at St. Catherine of Siena School
On September 2, 1985, St. Catherine of Siena Catholic School opened its doors to the very first class of “Stars.” What began as a bold vision of our parish and Vallejo community has grown into four decades of faith-filled education, family traditions, and academic excellence.
This year, we celebrate 40 years of shining bright—not only as a school but as a community rooted in the mission of St. Catherine: to set the world ablaze with the love of Christ through learning, service, and leadership.
A Year of Celebration
Throughout the 2025–2026 school year, our Events Calendar will be filled with opportunities for alumni, families, parishioners, and friends to gather and honor this milestone. Planned highlights include:
- Kickoff Celebration & School Birthday – Marking our official anniversary in September.
- Alumni Spotlights & Assemblies – Featuring graduates from across the decades who continue to inspire. Stories from our Anniversary year made it into the January issue of the Catholic Herald. Click here to read the story online on page 28.
- Community Events & Fundraisers – Looking ahead to the next 40 years with a vision for our school's future. On February 13th, we are bringing back our community Crab Feed! It's bound to be a 40th Shell-A- Bration to remember!!
- Special Parish & School Masses – Giving thanks for the gift of Catholic education and our community. During Teacher Appreciation Week in May, we will welcome back teachers, former staff members, and former parent leaders to be recognized at our school mass and follow up with a reception in the PLC.
- Special Parish & School Masses – Giving thanks for the gift of Catholic education and our community. During Teacher Appreciation Week in May, we will welcome back teachers, former staff members, and former parent leaders to be recognized at our school mass and follow up with a reception in the PLC.
- Family-Friendly Events From Fall Fest & Breakfast with Santa, to Of
More ideas, details and dates will be shared here as our planning committee events are finalized—check back often!
A Legacy That Still Shines Bright
As we honor 40 years of Catholic education in Vallejo, we give thanks for the visionaries who built this school, the teachers and staff who continue to nurture young minds, and the families who make up our vibrant community. Together, we’ll keep shooting for the Stars—for another 40 years and beyond.