new logo with tag
Facebook  Twitter  Instagram  
Website
Calendar
Wednesday News Archive
Due to 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.
Need to look back at a past Wednesday News? We archive the latest editions on our website. On the About menu click on Stay Informed.

Key Dates


September 7

Meet the Teacher, last names A-L


September 14

Meet the Teacher, last names M-Z


September 16

All-School Mass

(no birthday dress down)


September 19

Junior College Planning Night

Today is a 1:48 Early Release Day.

Meet the Teacher Night TONIGHT


Last Names A-L: September 7

Last Names M-Z: September 14

 

We hope you can join us for Meet the Teacher Night! We ask families with last names A-L to attend September 7 and those with last names M-Z to attend September 14. Attending according to alphabet will help with parking but if you cannot be here on the night assigned to you, feel free to attend on the opposite evening. Start in your child's homeroom at 7:00 p.m. You will walk through your child's schedule with an opportunity for the teachers to introduce themselves. The evening finishes around 8:30 p.m.

guidance-signpost.jpg

Counselor Corner

 

Counselor Classroom Visits

This week, the counselors are visiting sophomore classrooms on 9/06 and 9/08 with an introduction lesson focusing on goal setting and a self-assessment.

Last week, counselors were in senior classrooms assisting students with college applications and connecting students' common applications to their Naviance accounts and in freshman classrooms with an introduction lesson focusing on services, goal setting, and a learning and productivity assessment.


Wellness Wednesday

Today, weather permitting, is our first Wellness Wednesday of the year. On the first Wednesday of each month, students are welcome to participate in wellness activities such as journaling, coloring, meditation, relaxation, and more with the counselors during their study hall.


Scholarship and Financial Aid Meeting Date Change

The scholarship and financial aid meeting for senior families has been moved to Monday, September 26 at 7:00 p.m. Ms. Creighton will send out a zoom link as the date approaches.

 

College Rep Visits

More than 100 college representatives will be visiting Watterson this fall to meet with our juniors and seniors. This is a great opportunity for students to learn about various colleges and make a connection with our admissions representatives. Students can view the list of upcoming visits in their Naviance account by clicking on “colleges” - “college visits” and then click the “register now” button to sign up for any that they would like to attend. The deadline to sign up is 3:00 p.m. on Thursdays, the week before the visit.

Health Office Updates


What to do if your student tests positive for COVID 19?

The student will be asked to isolate for at least 5 days from onset of symptoms. Day of onset is Day 0, and you begin counting the following day. The student may return to in-person learning on Day 6 with a well-fitting mask, as long as the student has been fever free for 24 hours (without fever reducing medications) and symptoms are improving. The student is asked to remain masked through Day 10. 

Please call or email the school nurse at aspangler@columbus.k12.oh.us with questions or concerns. 


What to do if my student has been exposed to COVID 19?

If your student has been exposed to COVID 19 they should wear a well-fitting mask for 10 days from date of exposure. The student may test on Day 5 post exposure and if negative is no longer required to mask. If the student should develop symptoms, please stay home and obtain testing. 

LAST CALL! Spirit Tees on Sale Through Friday, September 9

Order Here

Students are invited to order a 2022-23 spirit shirt, now through September 9! It’s great for Bishop Watterson Wear Dress Down Days! Additionally, student athletes can wear the 2022-23 spirit shirt in school on days their sports team plays St. Francis DeSales! 

Social Media Tip

 

Teen Translation

It’s normal for teenagers to have their own slang trends.

Click here to learn about the latest.

For a list of teen text abbreviations, click click here

Athletics

 

Girls Lacrosse Meeting

DATE CHANGE: Save the date of October 11 for a girls lacrosse meeting at 7:00 p.m. in the cafeteria. 


Wrestling Meetings

The boys wrestling team will have a meeting on September 22 at 6:00 p.m. in the cafeteria followed by a girls wrestling team meeting at 6:45 p.m. 

Student Trip to Quebec

Columbus Italian Festival

Worth Repeating

Campus Ministry

 

Worship Band

Students who are interested in participating in the BWHS Worship Band, which provides music for our all-school liturgies, should email Campus Minister Mrs. Simmonds, mrs.simmonds@bwhs.org or Mrs. Frommeyer, mariafrommeyer@yahoo.com.

Rehearsal dates for this semester are: 9/7, 10/12 and 11/9 at 2:15 p.m. in the chapel. 

Fall Kairos Deadline

The deadline for Fall Kairos is quickly approaching. Kairos is a 3 ½ day experience for seniors which invites them to encounter themselves, others and God in new, meaningful and unexpected ways. Registration forms and the $100 deposit are due by Wednesday, September 14. For more information or scholarship information, email Campus Minister Mrs. Beth Simmonds, mrs.simmonds@bwhs.org.

At this time, girls will be wait listed for the fall retreat and we have seven spots open for the boys on the fall retreat.

Click here for the registration form.

Registration is also being accepted for winter and spring dates.

Senior Yearbook Pics


SAVE THE DATE: Wednesday, October 12

Seniors will be photographed for their senior portrait at Bishop Watterson on Wednesday, October 12. They do not have school that day and will schedule a time to come to school to be photographed for the yearbook, wall composite and graduation slide show. Watch for a link to schedule a time in a future Wednesday News.


For planning purposes, here are the guidelines:

Boys: jacket, shirt and tie, clean shaven, hair must meet handbook guidelines

Girls: modest top that is above the collar bone and not sleeveless, hair must meet handbook guidelines

Eagle Store


Eagle Store Hours

Beginning this week, the Eagle Store will be open from 3:00-3:30 p.m. on Tuesdays and Fridays or by appointment (email mrs.geswein@bwhs.org). 

Mock Trial

 

Assistant Coach Needed

We are looking for a retired or practicing attorney to assist in coaching our Mock Trial Team. Contact Mimi Geswein for more details, mrs.geswein@bwhs.org.

Business Class Speakers

 

We are looking for volunteer guest speakers to visit our business classroom. Seeking members of the Bishop Watterson community who are entrepreneurs or financial professionals. Contact Mimi Geswein, mrs.geswein@bwhs.org.

NEW Attendance Email

 

If your child is sick please call us (614) 268-8671 or email attendance@bwhs.org between 7:30-8:30 a.m.


If your child needs to leave early, please email attendance@bwhs.org or send a note with the following information:

  • Student first & last name
  • Student ID #
  • Time for student to leave
  • Parent signature


If you send a note, your student turns the note in during homeroom or directly to the main office.


Students are responsible to know when to leave and go straight to the main office at the designated time and sign out.

Eucharistic Adoration

One of the efforts to nurture and encourage the spiritual life of our students here at Bishop Watterson is weekly exposition of the Blessed Sacrament. Each week, one of the different classes is assigned to spend some time in silent prayer before the Blessed Sacrament with their Theology class. On Wednesdays, we expose the Blessed Sacrament at 7:30 a.m. and remain in prayer until Benediction at 1:30 p.m. We would like to invite parents to join us.


If you have completed the “Protecting God’s Children” requirements of the Diocese and are interested in joining us for prayer, please click on the button below to sign-up for a particular Holy Hour.


We would like to thank you for your cooperation with this effort and we look forward to your joining us in prayer.

Sign Up Here

All Are Welcome


Spirit Signs

Spirit signs are now for sale! Click on the button below and scroll down for the order form and list of icon options.

Spirit Signs

ACT-SAT-PSAT Prep

 

Juniors or seniors who are testing on any of the ACT, PSAT 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. The PSAT will be given at school on October 12, 2022 to all Juniors (and Sophomores). No registration needed.


If you are taking a college entrance test in the next few months, registration is required. The upcoming ACT tests (September 10 and October 22) and SAT tests (August 27 and October 1) are the first tests available for the 2022-23 school year. 

KarenSATtutor@columbus.rr.com

Support BWHS Through Amazon, Kroger Purchases
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.
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.