The Herald
A Weekly Newsletter to
Bishop Hartley Parents & Families
October 29th, 2021
Letter from Administration
Dear Bishop Hartley Families:

We are excited to unveil our new weekly correspondence. Each week you will receive a newsletter highlighting school events and happenings.

All urgent communications or reminders with come through School Messenger via email or a phone call. For example, School Messenger will be used for school closures during the winter months and important reminders about school events such as pictures or retreats.

Have a great weekend.

God Bless and Go Hawks!
Christopher Kowalski, Principal
Andrew Jahahn, Vice Principal of Operations
Dr. Patricia Hanna, Vice Principal of Academics and Student Services
In this Issue of the The Herald
Upcoming Events
Fall Drama
Fall Sports Playoffs and Championship Saturday
Day of Faith and Service
Open House
Parent-Teacher Conferences
Junior Parent Meeting
Faith Opportunities
Marian Dinner
Campus Ministry Updates
Cafeteria Volunteers
CYO Basketball Information
Hawks Highlights Student Production
COVID Dashboard
The Herald is a weekly publication for parents and families to stay informed of current events at Bishop Hartley.
Upcoming Events
Monday, November 1st | Day of Faith and Service - Schools starts at 9:30 am for all students

Thursday, November 4th | Open House 7-9 pm

Thursday, November 11th
  • Veterans Day Assembly during the school day
  • Junior Parent Meeting 6 pm in the TACC gym
  • Parent Teacher Conferences 3:15-8 pm

Thursday, November 18th | School starts at 9:30 am for all students

Friday, November 19th | Freshmen Retreat

Monday, November 22nd | Q2 Interims

Wednesday, November 24th-Friday, November 26th| NO SCHOOL - Thanksgiving Break
Fall Drama
Peter and the Starcatcher
Our fall drama runs through this Sunday at Ohio Dominican University. Review the images below for more information about tickets and other detials.
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Fall Sports Playoffs and Championship Saturday
Post Season Playoffs and Championship Saturday

This weekend the following fall sports teams will be competing in post season play;

Friday, October 29th
Football vs. Miami Trace
1st Round of Playoffs
7 pm at Jack Ryan Field

The football game will be broadcast on the Bishop Hartley YouTube channel. Use the link below to access


Saturday, October 30th
Girls Cross Country
Regional Championship
12 pm at Pickerington North High School

Volleyball vs. River Valley
District Championships
4 pm at Licking Heights High School

Girls Soccer vs. Worthington Christian
District Championship
4 pm at Olentangy Orange High School

Boys Soccer vs. St. Francis Desales
District Championship
7 pm at Worthington Christian
Day of Faith and Service Monday, November 1st
The Day of Faith and Service is this coming Monday, November 1st. The day will start at 9:30 am with all students reporting to mentor group. All students will earn 3 hours of service for participating in this day.

These hours will count toward the 10 service hours needed for our first service turn-in on Monday, November 8th. For more information please watch this brief interview with our House Director, Ms. Hartge.
Open House Thursday, November 4th
Please share the invitation to our Open House with any prospective families in your community.
Parent-Teacher Conferences Thursday, November 11th
Parent-Teacher Conferences
Please use the instructions in the file below to schedule a conference with your student's teacher(s).
Junior Parent Meeting Thursday, November 11th
Junior Parent Meeting will be held on Thursday, November 11th from 6-7 pm in the TACC.
Faith and Spiritual Life Participation Opportunities
To enrich our students with the fullness of this tradition there are certain activities that are considered integral to our religious atmosphere and religious curriculum. 

Among these are the celebration of the Eucharist, the celebration of the Sacrament of Reconciliation, retreat opportunities, and service to the community. 

ALL STUDENTS, regardless of their religious affiliation are required to be present for these opportunities and to respond in a manner that is befitting and respectful of any religious activity or service.
Marian Dinner
Campus Ministry
Upcoming Class Retreats

Freshmen Retreat is Friday, November 19th during the school day.

The first Senior KAIROS is Monday, November 29th through Thursday, December 2nd.

Our Campus Minister, Mrs. Tera Chun, will be sharing more information about each retreat in the next few weeks.
Cafeteria Volunteers
We hope you will consider signing up to volunteer in cafeteria for November and December. Please use the Sign Up Genius link below and thank you to all our volunteers!
CYO Basketball
CYO Basketball

To all High School boys and girls looking to play CYO  basketball the Diocesan Recreation Association wants you! It is time to begin forming your parish CYO basketball team. 

Girls and boys in grades 9-12 are eligible to play. Games will be played on weekends, beginning in December. All teams must be formed by Nov. 20 and the High School Sport Information Sheet must be turned in to hold your spot.

Coaches’ meeting will be held after forms are submitted.
Information on how to form your CYO team can be found at How to form your CYO team 2021.pdf and the coaches checklist at  CYO Checklist for Coaches 2021.pdf
 
Questions can be directed to Jon Phillips, Boys CYO commissioner at jdposu76@gmail.com or to Patty Shipe, Girls CYO Commissioner at pshipep@gmail.com
 
Hawks Highlights Student Production
Students from the video production class have created and produced a school show called Hawks Highlights. Episodes play every few weeks. Here is the most recent Halloween edition.
COVID Dashboard
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