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In Phys Ed, seventh graders who placed in top spots in the Olympics games earned medals for their countries. Students designed the medals during technology and 3-D printed them at school. Students created and designed their own flags to represent their countries.
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Upcoming Events:
Thurs, Apr 19
Early Release (1:30 pm)
Fri, Apr 20
Grade 7 Scholarship Day
Apr 22-26
Book Fair
Wed, Apr 25
Crucial Conversations 3.0: Finding the Balance (7 pm)
Mon, May 7
SPiCE Board Meeting
Wed, May 9
Interims Published
Thurs, May 10
Kindergarten Bring a Disciple to Mass Day (9 am)
Fri, May 11
Scholarship Day - 7th Grade
Sat, May 12
First Communion (2 pm)
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The call to service is at the heart of our Catholic traditions. Through the studies of Catholic Social teachings this is one way our students learn to live a life based on service. This week several of our 6th grade students made an appointment with me to "pitch" a service project which was inspired by their study of the book
Because of Anya.
Our young students put together a very impressive Google slide presentation, designed flyers and presented their research. Most importantly they were able to talk about the importance of taking action and finding ways to help other people. This is just one example of how we are blessed to have so many fine young people in our school community willing to demonstrate kindness by serving others.
If your family is looking for a service project that you can do together please check out the story below about the Meals on Wheels program. Several of our families volunteer with the LifeCare Alliance program and have brought forth the need for more volunteers. This is a great family opportunity and if you would like more information there will be a meeting on April 30th at 10:00 am in Hendricks Hall.
Planning ahead for the 2018-19 school year, I have several staff announcements to make at this time. We have two staff members who will be retiring this year. We sincerely thank Mrs. Maureen DiDomenico, our Preschool Director, for her 25 years of service as an educator, 15 of them at St. Brigid. We are also grateful to Mrs. Cindy Sovik for her 20 years working in the office serving the children and families of St. Brigid. We wish Mrs. Michele Sapp, kindergarten, and Mrs. Holly Boroff, Director of Student Learning, joy and happiness as they depart from St. Brigid and enter the next phase of their life's journey. We welcome back Mrs. Jill Carfagna, who will be returning to her role as Director of Student Learning, and we also welcome back Mrs. Sara Hardin to the middle school team from her one-year family leave.
Easter Blessings,
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Crucial Conversations 3.0: Finding the Balance: Empowering the Whole Child
April 25, 7-8:30 PM
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Home & School Committee Chairs Needed
St. Brigid Home & School is gearing up for the 2018-19 school year, and there are a few committee chair positions that still need filled. These positions can be filled by one chair or two co-chairs. Home & School is a great way to get involved at St. Brigid -- no prior Home & School experience is needed (all positions will receive training and information from the current chairperson).
Vice Co-Chairs
The vice co-chairs assist the co-chairs in overseeing the committees and special school events. They are responsible for overseeing the Gifts of Gratitude program in December and May and recognizing birthdays of office staff. The position is a one-year term before filling a one-year term as co-chairs.
Time Commitment: moderate and consistent throughout the year. The co-chairs should attend the monthly home and school meetings.
School Supplies
This position coordinates the ordering of school supply kits and distribution of the kits to the children's classrooms.
Time Commitment: moderate in May and in August
Display Case
This position is responsible for maintaining and decorating the display case in the main hallway by the cafeteria.
Time Commitment: moderate throughout the school year (updates about once a month)
Barn Bash
This position coordinates the yearly Barn Bash event at Leeds Farm.
Time Commitment: moderate in September and October
Room Parent Coordinator
This position coordinates the selection of room parents and assists at all school parties.
Time Commitment: moderate throughout the school year
Interested?
If you're interested in signing up for one of these positions or would just like more information, contact Kate Giha at [email protected] |
Congrats Power of the Pen Team!
T
he St. Brigid Power of the Pen team competed against 18 central Ohio middle schools in their first tournament
on Saturday
. We are excited to share that Aidan Steinbauer won sixth place in the eighth grade division. We are now waiting to find out if any of our writers will qualify to compete at the state level in May.
The eighth graders who attended were John Agan, Lucy Loudon, Evie Owens, Victoria Regan, Aidan Steinbauer, Nick Strayer, and Brian Zetzer.
The seventh graders were Mia Aguilar, Reese Borland, Tori Garascia, Yulia Karelina, Annie O'Connor, and Stephanie Regan.
Go Wolfhound Writers!
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Seventh Grade Scholarship Day is May 11
In an effort to celebrate the seventh grade students of Saint Brigid of Kildare as the next leaders of our school, the Home and School Association is pleased to announce this year's "Middle School Scholarship" open to all seventh grade students regardless of financial need or academic merit. Two (2) scholarships valued at $500 each will be awarded on June 1st at the 9:00 AM Leadership Mass. The scholarships will be applied to Saint Brigid tuition for the 2018-2019 school year. This year's scholarship competition will take place on Friday, May 11th.
Our Home and School Association is the parent run volunteer organization dedicated to supporting the mission statement of Saint Brigid of Kildare School thereby enriching the Catholic school experience for students and expressing appreciation to those committed to our school. In an effort to give back to the students, this scholarship will be awarded to two individuals who demonstrate that they embody the mission statement and represent all that Saint Brigid has given to them to become the Catholic individuals they are today as they are poised to take on the role as leaders of the school.
Students may compete either by writing an essay or by completing an interview with a panel of adults. Students will meet with Mrs. Lombardo on Friday April 20th to discuss the details of the competition and how they can prepare for "Scholarship Day." In their April 20th Friday Folders, they will receive materials about the scholarship competition to share with parents. The requirements of the program are as follows:
Requirements:
- Complete and submit "Application and Declaration Form" by May 1, 2018 to the school office, attention Mrs. Lombardo.
- Complete a written essay (1 ½ pages and up to 5 paragraphs within 90 minutes) or an oral interview (5 -10 minutes) on "Scholarship Day," Friday, May 11, 2018.
- Submit two reference forms on "Scholarship Day."
- Bring the assigned PIN number to "Scholarship Day" to include on the essay or to give to the interview panel.
It is the sincere desire of the Home and School Association that this is a rewarding experience for our seventh graders and that they learn how truly special we believe they are in the role of leaders of Saint Brigid of Kildare School.
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School Advisory Committee (
SAC
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Applications
Due May 2
Take an active part in making our already amazing school even better.
Apply for a position (3-year term) on St. Brigid's School Advisory Committee (
SAC). The purpose of the School Advisory Committee is to provide the pastor of Saint Brigid of Kildare Parish and the principal of Saint Brigid of Kildare School with advice and to make recommendations regarding issues affecting the school.
The mission of the School Advisory Committee is to promote and support a distinctive religious learning environment that provides for the propagation of the Catholic faith and values, fosters academic excellence, and develops fully the intellectual, social, physical, and emotional capabilities unique to each student.
SAC meets once a month during the school months on the third Monday of the month at 6:30 PM. Prior to applying, please consider if you can commit to this time commitment for a three-year period.
The deadline for
applications is
Wednesday, May 2, 2018 and they can be submitted via the link below. Please contact Erin Kagel ( [email protected]) with any questions.
Click here to complete the online SAC application.
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Get ready for
VBS 2018! This year Jesus' young disciples will be Putting on the Armor of God! Vacation Bible School is
June 18-22, 2018 from
9am - 12pm. The cost is $40 per child.
New this year...
VBS is open to our 3 year old friends! (space is limited)
Children ages 3 - grade four should register online now!
Volunteer Sign Up:
Remember,
VBS is powered by adult volunteers! The more volunteers we have, the more children we can enroll in
VBS! We MUST have one adult per 10 children! So volunteer today!
Questions about
VBS program or volunteering? Contact
VBS Coordinator, Jennifer Schiller at
[email protected]
Questions about VBS registration? Contact the Religious Education Office at (614)761-1176.
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Yearbook Deadline Extended to May 11
St. Brigid of Kildare Yearbooks are on sale now for $18.00.
Don't let your chance to hold on to some of this year's finest moments pass you by... order your Yearbook TODAY!
ALL orders will be filled online at: https://shop.smart-pay.com/index.cfm?p=order-start&sid=24264&no=1%C2
Alternatively, you can place your order over the phone by calling 1-800-853-1337.
The deadline to order is May 11, 2018. |
Attention Bishop Watterson friends between the ages of 18-44: Want to help save a life?
A bone marrow donor drive is being held on Thursday, April 19 from 11:00 a.m.. to 6:00 p.m. for Be The Match, an organization that connects potential bone marrow donors to patients with life-threatening blood diseases.
A senior BWHS football player is helping to organize this campaign after learning about a teammate's inability to find a bone marrow donor match in his battle against leukemia. We can help others just like him.
If you are between the ages of 18-44, please consider becoming a bone marrow donor. It will take about 10 minutes of your time, and you could save a life!
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Meals on Wheels Volunteer Opportunity
There is a strong need to provide and deliver meals for the elderly in Columbus. You and your family have the chance to partner with LifeCare Alliance's Meals on Wheels program to help keep our aging neighbors in their homes, where they want to be. Our students will see the good they are doing in their community by handing over a hot meal to someone in need, while spending some quality time with their family.
We are looking for families to volunteer together on weekends during the school year, and during the week during the summer. Meals would be picked up at 10:30am at LifeCare Alliance, 670 Harmon Ave. and delivered in neighborhoods throughout the city. Each route takes between 1 - 2 hours to complete.
We will have an informational meeting and training session on
Monday, April 30 at 10:00 am in Hendricks Hall. In the meantime, if you have questions, please call Nancy Davis at 336-337-4421.
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First Communion Photo Sign Up
Please see below to sign up for individual portraits prior to your scheduled
First
Communion Mass on
May 12.
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F
ootball Friday Night Lights in May
The high schools in the Central Catholic League (
CCL) will be holding a football camp that consists of 3 Fridays in May. The Camp is open to current 1st - 7th Graders. Each session will have coaches and players from all
CCL high schools and will have a period of flag football competitions. The Camp will emphasize the virtues of faith based education within athletics with a focus on
FUNdamentals: Safety, Teamwork, and FUN! Your son(s) can attend one or all of the sessions.
Details:
May 4th, 7:00-8:30 pm - St. Charles
May 11th, 7:00-8:30 pm - St. Francis
DeSales
May 18th, 7:00-8:30 pm - Bishop Hartley
Benefits of the Camp:
- An introduction to football for future players that are unsure if they want to play.
- No commitment, just go out and have fun!!
- Boys get a chance to play with kids from other Catholic schools and meet potential future teammates.
- Boys get a chance to meet their potential high school coaches.
- Parents have the opportunity to talk to high school coaches and ask any questions they may have.
Contact Tim Long, Football Commissioner at
[email protected] if you have any questions.
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Dublin Family Night
Thursday, April 19
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These students spent many hours in Enke Hall, but had never met the pastor the building was named after!
Click below to view the post and follow our social media pages:
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Alumni Seniors' College Plans
Six Bishop Watterson seniors and Saint Brigid of Kildare School alumni have recently announced their intent to play college sports.
Top photo, left to right: Trevor Marcinick, hockey, Babson College; Julie St. John, swimming, Denison University; Kyle Bower, track & field, Kenyon College; Thomas Clark, swimming, University of Tampa
Bottom photo, left to right:
Gilberto Quintero, soccer, University of Findlay;
Lilly Binion-Ferrell, women's wrestling, Campbellsville University
Congrats to our Wolfhound alumni!
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Submit Materials for Wolfhound Wednesday
If you have information you'd like included in the next Wolfhound Wednesday, email it to Allie Wing at [email protected]
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