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Next 1:45 Early Release Day
Thursday, February 7
No School Feb. 15, 18
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Because of the length of our recent Wednesday News emails, some internet service providers have shortened the email in your inbox with the option to click to read more.
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Dear Parents,
We have shared a variety of items regarding the issue of vaping in our Watterson Wednesday News during this school year in an effort to bring awareness to parents. It continues to be a concern across the United States and on December 18 the U.S. Surgeon General declared youth vaping an epidemic. Following are more resources to assist you in knowing the facts about this unhealthy and addictive trend and, if needed, to get the support necessary to help your teen quit.
Deacon Chris Campbell
Principal
Want to show your teen what vaping will do to the teeth?
Click here
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Save the Date: Parent Meeting
Did you know that your teens are regularly making it incredibly easy for sexual predators and “cyberbullies” to stalk them?
Did you know that a significant percentage of college admissions counselors will try to review your child’s social media platforms? What will they find if they look?
If these questions surprise you, come and learn more at our
Internet Safety for Parents
presentation on Wednesday, February 13 at 7:00 p.m.
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Juniors Take ACT on February 20
On Wednesday, February 20 our juniors will take the ACT exam (no writing) while freshmen, sophomores and seniors will not have school
that day.
Juniors will arrive at the normal time and will be dismissed at approximately 12:30 p.m. Anyone arriving after the exam has begun will not be permitted to test that day, per ACT guidelines.
FAQs for Junior Parents
Does my student need to register for the Feb. 20 ACT exam?
No. Registration through the State of Ohio is underway by Bishop Watterson on behalf of the students.
On the day of testing, students will complete the pre-test survey and
state-mandated questions.
Is there a cost to take this ACT?
There is no cost or outside registration for this exam as it is state mandated.
Can results of the state-mandated ACT be sent directly to colleges?
Students will have the opportunity to select up to four colleges to receive the results. The pre-test booklet they receive that morning will list all colleges with their codes.
When will we receive the results?
Students will be notified via the email address provided in registration when their test results are available. Our observation has been that the state-mandated ACT test results take slightly longer to receive than a regular ACT test date.
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New Scholarship Funds Established
We are happy to announce two new scholarships that have been established at Bishop Watterson. The Donald Fracasso Scholarship fund and The Nina and Edward Porter (’98) Family Band Scholarship.
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The Donald Fracasso Scholarship Fund has been established to celebrate the memory of Don Fracasso, a beloved member of the Bishop Watterson family. The fund will directly benefit the BWHS annual Italian Exchange Program, by which students from Florence, Italy are hosted by the BWHS community in the fall, and BWHS students are hosted by Italian families in the spring. Although Mr. Fracasso was never able to visit his beloved Italy, future BWHS students will be blessed with that opportunity.
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The Nina and Edward Porter (’98) Family Band Scholarship has been established by alumnus Edward Porter ’98. The purpose of this scholarship is to encourage participation in the Bishop Watterson Marching Band and Concert Band Programs.
You can contribute to the Donald Fracasso Scholarship Fund or The Nina and Edward Porter Family Band Scholarship by mailing in a check or clicking the link below.
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Conferences are Feb. 7
Our next parent-teacher-student conference date is Thursday, February 7 from 3:00-8:00 p.m. Signups will go live at 8:00 this morning.
We often get questions about February conference sign ups and who should attend. Anyone is certainly welcome to sign up, although we would encourage families whose students are struggling, on the border of passing, etc. to take advantage. For all conferences, we encourage students to attend and be part of the conversation. If your child is doing well and you don't feel the need to meet in person that is perfectly okay. You are always welcome to email the teachers throughout the year with any questions or concerns.
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Time to Register for the Class of 2023!
It's time for the incoming freshman class to register! The deadline for the Class of 2023 to register is January 31, 2019. Contact Admissions Director
To register, sign up for the entrance exams, get information on tuition assistance and scholarships and more, click on the button below to go to the Admissions page of our website.
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Blood Drive This Friday
Bishop Watterson will be hosting a blood drive Friday, January 25. The drive is open to 17- and
18-year-old students with parental permission. Parents are also welcome! To schedule an appointment time or obtain paperwork please contact Karissa Bowman at
mrs.bowman@bwhs.org
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French Exchange Hosts Needed
Students interested in hosting a French exchange student Feb. 8-22 should see Mr. Dury or email him, mr.dury@bwhs.org. We especially need boys to host!
Hosting brings exceptional and long-lasting growth to your student and family. Don't let this opportunity slip by!
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Eucharistic Adoration Special Event
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Annual Eagle Fund
We are still collecting money for our Annual Eagle Fund. If you have already donated, thank you! If not, there is still time. Help us reach our goal of $275,000.
Tuition is still a big concern for many families. Help us make tuition assistance available to more in need by giving a gift to the Annual Eagle Fund.
You can give by mailing a check in the envelope provided in the mailing or by clicking the button below.
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Eagle Gala 2019
Save the date of Sunday, April 28 for our Eagle Gala! This year’s event will be held at The Exchange at Bridge Park. Plan to attend and enjoy dinner, live and silent auctions and a fun time with the BWHS community!
Again this year proceeds from the Eagle Gala will benefit tuition assistance and our Dominican Program.
Sponsorship opportunities will be available soon.
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Guidance News
The latest Guidance News includes materials from the Junior Parent meeting and is dated January 14.
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College Credit Plus Meeting Jan. 28
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Want to find out more information on how students can earn college credit while in high school? Please plan to attend the College Credit Plus Parent Information meeting on January 28, 2019, 7:00 pm in Dominican Hall. You will learn about the benefits and risks of participating in College Credit Plus, in addition to what courses Bishop Watterson will offer for the 2019-20 school year. Please also read over the information found under Academics, College Credit Plus on our website.
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Inaugural Performing & Visual Arts Hall of Fame
Bishop Watterson High School is proud to announce its new Performing and Visual Arts Hall of Fame. The program was created to celebrate and honor the accomplishments of outstanding alumni, staff and community members who have excelled in the arts. It was also established to inspire current students to make contributions to the arts by reconnecting those selected for the hall of fame with our students, staff and community.
Candidates for the Performing and Visual Arts Hall of Fame can be nominated in one of four categories: Creators, Performers, Practitioners, and Contributors.
Anyone wishing to nominate someone for consideration may click on the button below to complete the application which will be evaluated by a selection committee. Completed applications must be received by February 28, 2019. Selected candidates will be chosen by March 6, 2019. Honorees will be inducted into the Performing and Visual Arts Hall of Fame during the Spring musical's opening weekend. (April 6, 2019).
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Jostens Visit January 25
A Jostens representative will be available to take sophomore class ring orders and senior graduation announcement orders this Friday, January 25, during lunch periods in the main office lobby.
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Yearbook: Seniors Only
If your senior has not had a yearbook/senior composite photo taken by Prestige Photography, this is the LAST opportunity to do so. Prestige will have two sessions: Wednesday, January 30 from 3:00 -7:00 p.m. and Saturday, February 2 from 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. at their office in Gahanna. Please call (614) 626-8708 to schedule.
If you need to select your senior portrait from Prestige, please do so ASAP. You should have received instructions from Prestige when you were photographed. Please call Prestige if you have any questions.
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Check our website (Student Life-Forms & Flyers) for the registration form and the complete list of upcoming classes with Mrs. Gallo.
NEXT ACT Prep class starts Jan. 28
NEXT SAT Prep class starts Feb. 19
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National Honor Society
It’s time to start thinking about National Honor Society. The induction ceremony this year is on Sunday, March 3. NHS is open to juniors and seniors with a 3.75 GPA who have taken Algebra II/Trigonometry and Chemistry and who have turned in 25 service hours beyond the sophomore service requirement. The number of service hours was reduced this year due to the earlier date for induction.
Full details can be found on pages 25-26 in the Student Handbook.
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Driving/Picking Up Courtesy Requested
With the new year have come observations that cars around Bishop Watterson and on our property are driving too fast and with a lack of consideration of pedestrians. When you drop your child off in the morning please exit the turn-around onto Foster Street and do not drive through the parking lot where students and staff are getting out of cars and walking to the building. Students parking in the lots along Indian Springs should use the entries along Indian Springs.
Drivers:
Watch your speed. Please put your phone away or on airplane mode before getting behind the wheel. Your children watch what you do and learn from you.
Picking Up Students After School:
Due to bus congestion, we ask parents to arrive after 3:30 p.m. Do not park or stop on the east side of Foster, in front of the neighbors’ homes
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Cars who stop on this side, regardless of whether they are blocking a driveway or not, will most definitely be in the way for north-bound drivers on Foster. Parents, please share this information with others who may be picking up for you.
If you are picking your child up after an activity and are waiting in line at the south entrance, please pull forward against the curb or park in the lot.
In addition, the City of Columbus has made Cooke Road in front of the BWHS main entrance a no-stopping zone.
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Cheer Clinic
Save the date for our annual feeder school Winter Cheer Clinic for students in grades K-6! It will be held on February 10 from 2:00-4:00 p.m. with a performance at halftime of the varsity boys basketball game on February 15. The deadline to register is January 30.
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Feeder School Student Admission $3
Parent Admission $7
8th graders will receive tickets for free admission at their schools
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Mothers' Club Corner Upcoming Events
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Evening of Reflection
Save the date for our Evening of Reflection, February 20 at 7:00 p.m. in Dominican Hall. With a theme of
Sharing Faith with Our Children
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Fr. Tony Davis will discuss ways to incorporate helping our students build a faith community. Fr. Davis, who was ordained in 2015, is the pastor of St. Matthias Church.
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Support Bishop Watterson When You Shop
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Support Bishop Watterson when you order from Amazon! We are participating in the Amazon Smiles program and will receive a percentage back when you shop at the link below.
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Bishop Watterson participates in the Kroger Community Rewards program. To sign up, go to kroger.com, log into your account and under Savings & Rewards click Kroger Community Rewards. Search for Bishop Watterson. Our number is VG154.
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Catholic Women's Conference
Is growing in your Catholic faith a New Year’s resolution? Whether a resolution or not, consider attending the upcoming Columbus Catholic Women’s Conference. Tickets are $45 ($30 for students) and include lunch.
Register today! #beinspired
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