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Key Dates
March 6-10
Quarter Finals
March 8
Class of 2027 Parent Meeting
6:00 or 7:00 p.m.
March 11-19
Spring Break
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Watterson 101
Did you know? We have a full-time math tutor available to assist any student who would like help during study halls! Students can simply ask Mrs. Wenger for help.
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Mothers' Club Evening of Reflection TONIGHT
All BWHS moms are welcome to join us tonight for reflections from Andrea Pore, former BWHS Vice Principal who is now Principal at St. Paul. She will speak on the theme of Lent from a mother's perspective in Dominican Hall at 7:00 p.m. Feel free to bring a friend. All are welcome!
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Fill Up the Truck THIS FRIDAY
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 Friday, March 3, 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.
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Sophomores to Take IOWA Assessment
Starting this year, we will be using the IOWA Assessment in place of the Ohio End-of-Course Exams to fulfill the state testing graduation requirement. The scope of the IOWA allows us to meet requirements by administering the assessment to a single grade level. We will be administering the IOWA Assessment to sophomores on March 27 and 28. There will be late starts for freshmen, juniors, and seniors on those days. Please see the schedule below.
Bus service: Buses will run as usual so any students arriving early and not testing will have a study hall in the cafeteria.
Monday, March 27
7:45-10:20 a.m.: sophomores IOWA--Math, Social Studies, Written Expression
Late start 10:20 a.m. for freshmen, juniors and seniors – report to homeroom
Tuesday, March 28
7:45-10:20 a.m.: sophomores IOWA--Reading, Vocab, Science, Computation
Late start 10:20 a.m. for freshmen, juniors, and seniors – report to homeroom
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Vaccination Requirements for Students Entering 12th Grade for 2023-24
The Ohio Department of Health (ODH) requires students who will be in 12th grade to receive ONE OR TWO doses of the meningococcal vaccine (MCV4) prior to the beginning of the 2023-24 school year.
The ODH is requiring a meningococcal vaccine to protect your child against meningococcal disease which is a serious, life-threatening, vaccine-preventable infection. This bacterial infection can cause an inflammation of the lining of the brain and spinal cord or sepsis (an infection of the bloodstream). Approximately 1,000 cases of meningococcal disease occur in the United States each year. The bacteria are spread by exchanging respiratory and throat secretions during close or lengthy contact.
Click here for information from ODH.
Vaccines can be administered by your pediatrician or your county health department.
A copy of your child's immunization record or a signed note from the physician will suffice for the documentation which must include the day, month and year of the vaccine(s).
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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.
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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.
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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.
- 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
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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
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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.
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Grandparents Day
Grandparents Day is back! Save the date for Friday, April 21 and watch Wednesday News for more details.
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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.
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Pray With Us!
TODAY
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.
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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)
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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.
Contact Mrs. Gallo with questions about tutoring at KarenSATtutor@columbus.rr.com.
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