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Key Dates

TODAY

Ash Wednesday

February 28

Pre-ACT for freshmen, ACT for juniors; 11:40 a.m. dismissal.

(No school for sophomores and seniors.)



March 11-19

Spring Break

Watterson 101

In alignment with the gospel value of love for others lived out through service, more than 70 percent of our students do community service work. The last 10 graduating classes have averaged 20,500 hours in service to the community outside of the Sophomore Service Training Program.

Bishop Watterson Wear FRIDAY

We have a "Watterson Wear" dress down day Friday, along with a pep rally. Students who decide to dress down must be dressed in alignment with the theme -- Bishop Watterson spirit wear -- and in accordance with the student handbook rules.

Counselor Corner

Grades 9-11

All students have had their individual scheduling appointment with their counselor and should have brought home forms for parent signatures. Signed scheduling forms are due back this week.

Juniors

Counselors are visiting junior government classes this week to help students set up their myACT account before the in-school ACT taking place February 28. With the shortened schedule today, students may still have some information to complete in their accounts at home. This needs to be completed by February 28.

Tuition Assistance, 

Scholarship Deadline is March 15

The deadline to apply for tuition assistance and/or scholarships for the 2023-24 school year is March 15.

Tuition Assistance: Please click on the FACTS link below to apply.

Scholarships: Please complete both the FACTS application and the scholarship application at the links below.

Fill Up the Truck

Our Lenten tradition involving service to the community continues this spring with Fill Up the Truck! On two Friday mornings during Lent, teams of students challenge each other to collect the most items for an organization that serves those in need.



Our first Fill Up the Truck will be next Friday, March 4, for St. Stephen’s Community Center. Teams will collect donated items before school that morning. St. Stephen’s is currently most in need of protein soups, pasta, mac & cheese, cereal, canned fruits and vegetables, and boxed meals (like Hamburger Helper).

Another collection will be held on Friday, March 24 to benefit the Run the Race Club. Watch for requested items as we get closer to this collection.

Campus Ministry Cues



Spring Kairos: March 28-31

Now that seniors have celebrated the milestone of turning in their English papers, encourage them to sign up for an experience that seniors routinely say is one of the best experiences they have during their time at BWHS. Kairos is a powerful opportunity to take some time away from the busyness of life and reflect, time to have fun with peers, have meaningful conversations and time to experience God's love. No matter where your senior is on the faith journey, Kairos has something to offer. Scholarships are available. 

Click here for the registration form, due by March 10. Registration form and a $100 deposit will guarantee a spot. 

Email Mrs. Simmonds at mrs.simmonds@bwhs.org for more information or to request a scholarship.

Kairos Gear

Orders for Kairos t-shirts and sweatshirts will be taken through March 8. Click here to order.

FearLess <

Fear has no power when we are rooted firmly in the love of God. Real Life Catholic is offering a free seven-part video series called Fear<ess.

To learn more or sign up click here.

Telos Junior Retreat

Telos Junior Retreat is coming this Sunday and Monday and we invite you to keep our students and the retreat leaders in your prayers. Students who are signed up for the retreat as well as their parents should have both received an email this past Monday with retreat details as well as a permission form.

If you have any questions or did not receive the email, please reach out to Campus Minister Beth Simmonds at mrs.simmonds@bwhs.org.

Athletics

Scholarship Opportunities

Any senior athlete who is interested in applying for a college scholarship should pick up an application in the Athletic Office as soon as possible. Minimum requirements to qualify for a scholarship are a 3.0 GPA and have been awarded at least three varsity letters. Applications must be returned to Mrs. Axene in the Athletic Office no later than Friday, March 3.

Cheerleading Tryout Dates

June 5: clinic at Americheer in Westerville, 8:00-10:00 a.m.

June 6: tryout  at BWHS, 10:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m.

Watch for more information this spring.

Swim Team District Results

Boys

200 Medley Relay (Jacob Rider, Julian Cherok, Danny Muldoon, Mason Ratliff): 3rd

200 Free Relay (Mason Ratliff, Danny Muldoon, Julian Cherok, Jacob Rider): 8th

Julian Cherok: 200 Free 11th, 100 Free 14th

Danny Muldoon: 200 IM 15th, 100 Fly 13th

Mason Ratliff: 50 free 22nd, 100 Free 20th

Jacob Rider: 200 Free 2nd, 100 Back 4th

Girls

200 Medley Relay (Cami Price, Grace Rider, Nichole Bhowmick, Teagan Price): 11th

400 Free Relay (Teagan Price, Julia Ybarra, Nichole Bhowmick, Grace Rider): 10th

Nichole Bhowmick: 200 Free 25th, 100 Fly 31st

Olive O’Dorisio: Diving 5th

Cami Price: 100 Back 24th

Teagan Price: 50 Free 26th, 500 Free 22nd

Maren Reville: 100 Breast 26th

Grace Rider: 100 Free 9th, 100 Breast 7th

Julia Ybarra: 200 IM 22nd, 100 Fly 28th

State Qualifiers: Jacob Rider (200 free, 100 back), Olive O’Dorisio (Diving), Grace Rider (100 Breast)

Good luck at states to Olive today, Jacob on Thursday and Grace on Friday!

Go Eagles!!

Grandparents Day

Grandparents Day is back! Save the date for Friday, April 21 and watch Wednesday News for more details.

Job Fair for Students on March 29

Bishop Watterson will be hosting its 2nd annual Job Fair for students during lunch periods on Wednesday, March 29. Parents: if you know a company that would like to reserve a table, please contact Mr. Smith (dsmith@bwhs.org) or Mr. Johnston (tjohnston@bwhs.org). More information to follow.

Mothers' Club Corner

All BWHS Moms Are Welcome!

Who: any current, past or incoming mom of a BWHS student

What: join us for some socializing and volunteering

How: reach out to your parish rep or email mothersclub@bwhs.org

When: following is the list of the remaining events and dates for this year.

• Wednesday, March 1, 2023: Evening of Reflection, 7:00 p.m. in Dominican Hall
• Monday, March 20, 2023: Board Meeting, 7:00 p.m. in Dominican Hall
• Monday, April 10, 2023: Board Meeting, 7:00 p.m. in Dominican Hall
• Sunday, April 23 2022: Spring Luncheon & Style Show, time TBA at Villa Milano
• Friday, May 5, 2022: Teachers' Luncheon in Dominican Hall

NEW DATE for Evening of Reflection!

Evening of Reflection, has been rescheduled to Wednesday,

March 1 at 7:00 p.m.

Style Show Save the Date!

Eagle Store Open Thursday, Friday

The Eagle Store will be open Thursday and Friday this week from 2:30-3:30 p.m. or by appointment by contacting Heather Law, mrs.law@bwhs.org.

Spring Sub Sale

Who: BWHS Band Program

What: 9" sub sandwich filled with ham, salami, pepperoni & provolone cheese on a freshly baked Auddino's bun; dressing packet included

Cost: $6.50 each

Order Dates: Now through Thursday March 2

Delivery: Saturday March 25

How to Order: band students are taking orders, or you can order online here.

Donations accepted for Holy Family Soup Kitchen.

Questions? Contact Mary Anne Read, marmar@columbus.rr.com or (614) 353-5000

Or Natalie Adams, Natalie.adams01@gmail.com or (614) 477.8352

Diocese of Columbus Emmaus Road Scholarship Fund

When you give (up to $750 for an individual taxpayer or $1,500 for married couples filing jointly) your donation can be designated to Bishop Watterson to help families afford a Catholic education.

Click here for Frequently Asked Questions.

Click on the button below to give. You will have the option choose a

one-time or recurring donation.

• Note: In order to designate your funds to Bishop Watterson, you must list Bishop Watterson High School, Columbus, OH in the DETAILS section.

Worth Repeating

Pray With Us!

March 1

March 29

April 5

April 12

We often find an excuse not to pray. We would like to offer you an excuse to pray and a chance to come join us in prayer. Each Wednesday we have Exposition and Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament. We begin with Exposition at 7:30 a.m. and continue through the school day until 1:30 p.m. when we have Benediction. Throughout the day, Theology classes take turns spending some time in prayer before the Blessed Sacrament. You are invited to join us. If you are interested, please follow this link to sign-up. If there is any change to the schedule, we will be sure to keep you informed. Thank you for your willingness to pray with us and for your example of prayer for our students.

2023-24 Important Dates

July 1-9, 2023

Summer FREEZE -- No athletic or extracurricular events permitted

August 20, 2023

Freshman Parent Meeting

August 23, 2023

Freshmen only 1st day of school

August 24, 2023

All students 

September 29, 2023

No School

November 22-26, 2023

Thanksgiving Break 

December 14-15, 18-19, 2023

Semester Exams*

  *Students are required to take exams on these dates. Students who are sick on an exam day will be expected to make-up their missed exam on December 20 (Teacher PD day)

December 20, 2023-January 2, 2024

Christmas Break

February 16

No School

February 19

No School, Presidents' Day

March 11-15, 2024

Spring Break

March 28-April 1, 2024

Easter Break

May 23, 2024

Baccalaureate 

May 25, 2024

Graduation

May 24, 28-30, 2024

Semester Exams, grades 10-12*

 *Students are required to take exams on these dates. Students who are sick on an exam day will be expected to make-up their missed exam on May 31 (Teacher PD day)

ACT-SAT-PSAT Prep

Juniors or seniors who are testing on any of the ACT or SAT test dates, please contact Karen Gallo for any college entrance test prep needs. Individual Zoom tutoring with Mrs. Karen Gallo is offered at times that will accommodate your schedule.

All juniors will be taking the ACT on February 28 during the school day. There is no registration needed for this test .

Contact Mrs. Gallo with questions about tutoring at KarenSATtutor@columbus.rr.com.