National Merit and Commended Scholars
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Congratulations to our 2018 National Merit and Commended Scholars! Four Bishop Watterson seniors have been named National Merit or Commended Scholars based on their scores on the 2017 Preliminary SAT (PSAT). Gabe Vidal is our National Merit Scholar.
Left to right – Erin Dawson, Gabe Vidal, Lizzy Steffensmeier, Meggie Davis.
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Paying it Forward
Who hasn’t been to a Mass, meeting, or athletic event in the South gymnasium? How about Dominican Hall? Consider what Bishop Watterson’s facilities would be like without this area, or without the North addition art rooms, technology classroom and lab, chemistry and physics classrooms.
These capital projects, the North completed in 2006 and the South completed in 2009, and others like the massive classroom renovations completed from 2013-17, were made possible by the generous donations of alumni, parents and others who paid it forward. Their involvement has assisted Bishop Watterson in its evolution as a Catholic high school that is preparing its students for life in the 21
st
century.
We now move on to renovating our back field, but the clock is ticking on a generous matching offer.
We currently need $85,000 more to receive the $250,000 matching donation from our generous donor, and meet our $3,000,000 goal to finish the field. October 10th is the deadline. You can give by completing a pledge form and mailing or emailing it to Ryan Steinbauer at
rysteinb@cdeducation.org
or by clicking below.
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October 10 Testing Day
Next Wednesday, October 10, is our fall testing day. Students in grades 9-11 must arrive at the normal time and will be dismissed at approximately noon with the exception being those receiving extended time. Freshmen will take the Pre-ACT. Juniors and sophomores will take the PSAT/NMSQT. Seniors do not have school and can schedule the yearbook portrait with Mrs. Rush or plan a college visit for that day.
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Eucharistic Adoration TODAY
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Eucharistic Adoration will be held today beginning at 7:30 a.m. and ending with Benediction at 2:45 p.m. Parents can park in the visitor spots and then come in to spend a holy hour with Our Lord. Students and faculty are also invited to come to the chapel during lunchtime, study hall or Theology class.
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It's National Yearbook Week
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Let's Celebrate National Yearbook Week with our new publishing company, Walsworth!
The 2018-2019 yearbook is now on sale at
www.yearbookforever.com
. The price for a yearbook is $55.00. Name stamp is $8.50. There are packages and additions available. Buy now before December 31! Price will increase after the first of the year.
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Ceramics Empty Bowls Project
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A first-quarter project in Mr. Maurer's Ceramics I class combined learning with service. Students made bowls which were then donated to the Empty Bowls Project 2018, an international fight against hunger which has raised more than $236,000 over the past 19 years for the
Mid-Ohio Foodbank.
Alumna Tish Gauntner ’98, stopped by Bishop Watterson this week to visit with the students who made bowls to donate to the event. Ms. Gauntner, a Recreation Supervisor at the City of Columbus Tuttle Park Community Center, plans an Empty Bowls event at the center each year. For $10, attendees receive a handcrafted bowl and enjoy homemade soups, bread and drinks with all proceeds going to the Mid-Ohio Food Bank. The Empty Bowls project is a collaborative effort between the Columbus Recreation and Parks Department, churches, businesses and sponsors.
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March for Life Trip
Stand up for Life with Bishop Watterson in Washington, DC this Jan 17-18 at the National March for Life. We will leave Thursday morning and attend the Life is Very Good Rally at George Mason University on Thursday evening and Friday morning before we travel to the National Mall on Friday at noon. We will return late Friday evening after the March.
The cost of this pilgrimage is $180 and includes the bus, hotel, the evening and morning rally, dinner Thursday evening, breakfast at the hotel and Chick-fil-a for lunch on Friday. Spots are limited. To reserve your spot, send in a $100., non-refundable deposit. Final payment is due by Dec. 1st or your spot will be forfeited.
Partial scholarships are available. See Mrs. Simmonds for more information or email her at
mrs.simmonds@bwhs.com
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The latest Guidance News is dated October 3. An important senior to-do list and information about the upcoming Suburban College Fair are included.
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Bishop Watterson is again this year up for Best Private School in the Cbus Top Picks voting. You can vote daily through October 31 so bookmark this page and make the Eagles #1!
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Senior Activity
Time to Sign Up!
The senior class activity will be held at Magic Mountain at Polaris on Tuesday, October 9, 2018 from 7:00-10:00 p.m. Seniors do not have class on Wednesday, October 10 due to testing for underclassmen. The cost per student of $21.00 includes unlimited miniature golf, go carts, and laser tag, as well as a slice of pizza and a soft drink. In addition, they will receive complimentary tokens for video games.
Click here
for registration form, due by Friday, October 5 with payment to Mrs. Simmonds.
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ACT-SAT-PSAT Prep
Classes Oct. 9 & 10
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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.
Upcoming Classes:
PSAT Turbo
for sophomores and juniors, Tuesday, October 9
ACT Turbo
for seniors, Wednesday, October 10
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The Eagle Store is open on regular-schedule days during lunch, from 11:15 a.m. - 12:15 p.m.
To place an order or arrange for a time to stop by the Eagle Store, email Sheri Cook,
scook@cdeducation.org
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Athletics News
Swim Team Meeting
Both new and returning swimmers and parents should plan to attend an information meeting on Wednesday, October 10 from 6:00-7:30 p.m. in Dominican Hall. You will meet the coaches and get information about practices and meets. Our team suit and apparel provider, Mo's Swimville USA, will be there to help with suit fitting and orders.
Join the Bowling Team!
The bowling season is just around the corner. Come have fun on the bowling team. No experience necessary! Learn a lifetime sport while enjoying time with your friends and making new ones on the team. We have both boys and girls varsity and JV teams for a total of 16 boys and 16 girls. Come bowl with us in October and see if it's the right fit for you. We will get together informally
October 16, 18, 23, 25 & 30
at Sawmill Lanes from 4:00-5:30 p.m. Cost is $25. Official practice starts November 1. Matches are after school during the winter with NO weekend competitions. Contact Coach Jerry Wagner at jlwags98@gmail.com for more information or just show up.
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Scrip Orders Due October 7
Earn tuition credit when you purchase gift cards through the Scrip program!
To check out the current bonuses such as 17% (up from 12%) on Bath & Body Works or 6% (up from 4%) on Hallmark
click here
.
The next order deadline is Sunday, October 7.
NOTE: For those new to the program, you must register for PrestoPay at least two days before placing your order.
Participants are emailed when cards are available for pickup in the school's main office.
For instructions and a list of future order deadlines,
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Kairos Registration Open
The October Kairos Retreat for seniors is now full but we are accepting applications for the February 26-March 1 and April 9-12 retreats. The retreat begins after school on the first date listed and ends at approximately 5:00 p.m. on the last date listed.
Kairos is an optional 3 ½ day retreat designed to allow students to reflect on their lives and their relationships with others and with God. Over the past several years, our students have shared that Kairos is one of their most meaningful and memorable experiences from their time at Bishop Watterson. Some students have called the experience life changing.
The cost for the retreat is $275 but scholarships are available by contacting Mrs. Simmonds.
NOTE: for those considering the March exchange trip to Italy, no student may go on both the exchange AND the April Kairos retreat. Please plan accordingly.
CLICK HERE
for the information/registration sheet and permission form.
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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 in to your account and under Savings & Rewards click Kroger Community Rewards. Search for Bishop Watterson. Our number is VG154.
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Yard Signs
We still have Choose Community and Choose Excellence yard signs available. If you would like us to send one with your student,
click here.
We also have Open House signs, available at the link!
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Homecoming 2018
Corsage/Boutonniere Sale
Business Club will again be selling corsages and boutonnieres for the Homecoming dance. Watch for ordering information!
Homecoming Dance
Saturday, October 13 from 7:00-10:00 p.m. at BWHS
Students must arrive by 7:30 p.m.
No departure before 10:00 p.m.
Homecoming Court nomination forms can be found in Cafe B on the Student Activities Board and are due Monday, October 8 to Mrs. Matthews or Mrs. Rush.
Guest forms can be found on BWHS website (Student Life, Forms & Flyers) and are due Wednesday, Oct. 10 to Mrs. Matthews or Mrs. Rush.
Dance Attire
Note: shoes must be worn at all times for sanitary reasons; no stiletto-type heels; please choose your footwear accordingly.
A reminder to all students planning to attend the Homecoming Dance on October 13:
“As a Catholic school we believe that modesty and appropriateness in dress are important values. This is particularly true in today’s culture when popular celebrities do not always serve as good role models in helping adolescents form patterns of behavior and dress.”
(Bishop Watterson Student Handbook p. 42)
HOMECOMING and Prom Attire for Bishop Watterson Students and Guests
Ladies:
Dresses are to be modest and befitting a Catholic school.
Strapless gowns may be worn if modest.
Dresses not permitted to be worn are:
a. Tight-fitting, cut-outs in the front or side of the dress or backless,
show midriffs
b. Gowns that have see-through panels or unlined transparent fabric
c. Dresses SHORTER THAN 4 inches above the knee
No exposed tattoos
No costumes
Gentlemen:
Long dress pants and dress shirts required (Jackets for Prom)
No earrings and/or exposed tattoos permitted
No costumes
No tennis shoes
Students not adhering to these guidelines will not be admitted to the dance and no refunds will be given. Please be advised that the administration will be enforcing these rules. Students, as well as guests, who are inappropriately dressed will be sent home and parents will be notified.
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Fall Dinner
Save the date of November 14 for the Mothers' Club's fall dinner!
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TEEN Suicide Presentation
St. Peter Church, 6899 Smoky Row Road, Columbus, will hold a presentation on teen suicide by Paul F. Granello, Ph.D. on Sunday, October 7 from 2:00-3:00 p.m. Dr. Granello is a licensed Professional Clinical Counselor and Associate Professor of Counselor Education at Ohio State. He is also a founding partner, with the Department of Mental Health, in establishing the Ohio Suicide Prevention Foundation. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn more about this devastating problem in our society.
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Save the date for our annual Parents in Partnership meeting on Monday, October 29 from 7:00-9:00 p.m. Parents of students in all grades are invited to join us for this evening of sessions with guest speakers on topics of interest to parents of teens.
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Legends Golf Outing Rescheduled
October 7, 2018
Last Call!
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It’s not too late to sign up for our Legends Golf Outing! This annual event benefiting tuition assistance has been rescheduled, due to last weekend's weather, to Sunday, October 7 at the Golf Club of Dublin starting at 1:30 p.m.
Click here
to register as a player or sponsor.
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Bishop Watterson will again be participating in 40 Days for Life, which runs September 26 to November 4.
We will not be going to Founder’s this year because this abortion clinic, Ohio’s oldest, has closed its doors!
Instead, all are invited to gather at Planned Parenthood at 3255 E. Main Street, Columbus on Sunday, October 14 and Sunday, November 4 from 1:00-3:00 p.m. Please join Theology teacher and Human Rights Club moderator David Klemm and other members of the BWHS community for a peaceful and prayerful experience. Feel free to bring a friend and stay 15 minutes or stay for an hour. Contact Mr. Klemm with questions,
mr.klemm@bwhs.org
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School Calendar
Our website calendar was updated this summer with all 2018-19 dates. Please check this for upcoming meetings and other important dates.
How to access/full screen:
Go to
bishopwatterson.com
, click Calendar at the top. (see image below)
Or, click the Calendar button in this Wednesday News, above.
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How to access/mobile or reduced screen:
Click on the V at the top of the screen to get to the calendar option.
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