Bishop Watterson 
Wednesday News

Important Dates

January 19

No School/Martin Luther King, Jr. Day

January 20

College Credit Plus Meeting , 6:00 p.m. in Dominican Hall

January 24 or 31

Class of 2030 Entrance Exam Dates (choose one)

Volunteer of the Month

Congratulations to Ilse Williams ’27, Bishop Watterson Volunteer of the Month for December! Ilse is a talented cellist who has been cultivating her art over the last eight years. As a member of the Our Lady of Peace Music Ministry, she plays the cello during Saturday evening masses. During the holiday season, Ilse found a way to combine her passion for music with service by performing concerts to bring holiday spirit and cheer to the residents at several retirement communities. Ilse said the residents’ smiles and engagement during her concerts confirmed her decision to provide this musical service.

This past year, Ilse joined a friend to volunteer during a service day at Level the Playing Field, an organization that gives kids in under-resourced communities the opportunity to enjoy the benefits of youth sports participation. Ilse has continued to volunteer there, sorting through donations of used and excess sporting equipment which are then donated to programs and schools serving low-income communities. 

Ilse - your service is a wonderful expression of Christ’s love—thank you!  

Report Cards Posted

Second quarter report cards are now available online through your PowerSchool parent account.

To access your student’s report card, click on Student Reports on the left side of the screen to view archived report cards.

Report cards should be considered a snapshot in time, taken after final grades are received each quarter. Any changes to those grades will not be reflected until the next quarter's report cards are available.

If you are having trouble accessing your student’s report card or have any additional questions, feel free to contact Jay Forker at mr.forker@bwhs.org.

Quarter 2 Honor Roll

Second quarter honor roll has been posted on our website under Latest News. Congratulations to our honor roll students!

Recognize Faculty/Staff!

Please help us recognize teachers and staff members who have gone above and beyond here at Bishop Watterson. Your help in "sharing the good news" will provide the administration an opportunity to recognize and thank these staff members.

You're Invited to Join Us at Night for the Eagles

Night for the Eagles is a fresh, modern take on Bishop Watterson's beloved Gala tradition. 


Revived for the first time since 2019, this reimagined "night out" celebration will bring our community together for an elegant, high-energy, cocktail-style gathering. This evening will be dedicated to uplifting and expanding opportunities for the Bishop Watterson student body and supporting tuition assistance.

Guests can look forward to a vibrant atmosphere, meaningful moments, and the chance to directly support the programs and experiences that help our students soar.



What to Expect:

• meet and socialize with the BWHS community
• heavy hors d'oeuvres
• full bar
• DJ
• silent auction

Counselor Corner

Upcoming Test Prep for Juniors  

In-Person Prep at Bishop Watterson High School

College Prep Professionals, LLC

Saturday, January 17, 8:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m.

Dominican Hall

Cost: $85

Click here to register.

Virtual Prep for Bishop Watterson High School

The College Review, LLC

Saturday, February 7, 9:00-11:00 a.m.

Click here to register.

NACAC National College Fair

Saturday, February 7, 
1:00 - 4:00 p.m.

Columbus Convention Center

Click here to register.

College Credit Plus Meeting 

The College Credit Plus informational meeting for the 2026-27 school year will be held on Tuesday, January 20, at 6:00 p.m. in Dominican Hall. Students in grades 9 through 11 who are interested in taking College Credit Plus courses this summer and/or next school year should plan to attend. Bishop Watterson will be offering four College Credit Plus courses through Columbus State Community College next school year:

FMGT 1101 - Personal Finance

BMGT 1101 - Principles of Business

HIST 1151 - European History to 1648

HIST 1152 - European History since 1648

Save the Date!

Worth Repeating

Yearbook News

2025-26 Yearbook Sales

Purchase a 2025-2026 yearbook at the link below before it is too late.

Senior Parents

Senior parents are asked to send in your son/daughter's baby and freestyle pictures for the senior section of the yearbook. The freestyle picture is simply one that shows your senior's own style. It doesn't have to be professional; it can be sports- or activity-related, or any other photo besides the official one from school. Please make sure it is a modest picture. 

Homerooms

200 (Lauer) 226malynnarrey@bwhs.org and 226elizabethbimler@bwhs.org

205 (Dz) 226katelynhite@bwhs.org

204 (Rush) 226miagalden@bwhs.org

315 (DiFeo) 226meghanjohnson@bwhs.org

317 (Musilli) 226kenziemckerns@bwhs.org

319 (Barrett) 226lucyogrady@bwhs.org and 226alainafisher@bwhs.org

321 (Brown) 226lilianboateng@bwhs.org and 226anissarhoades@bwhs.org

323 (Stanek) 226lotiswert@bwhs.org

Eucharistic Adoration

With the new year come new opportunities to grow in our faith lives. With that in mind, we invite parents to join us for Eucharistic Adoration, held on most Wednesdays.



The Blessed Sacrament is exposed in the chapel at 7:30 a.m. and remains until Benediction at 1:30 p.m. Each week, one grade level is assigned to spend some time in silent prayer before the Blessed Sacrament during Theology class.

If you have completed the “Protecting God’s Children” requirements of the Diocese, please click on the button below to sign up for a particular Holy Hour.

Important Dates for 2026-27 School Year

August 19: First day for FRESHMEN

August 20: ALL students begin school

September 7: No School-Labor Day

September 25: No School-Administrator Retreat

October 23: No School-Teacher PD

November 25-29: Thanksgiving Break

December 14-17: Core Semester Exams

December 18: No School-Teacher PD

December 19-January 3: Christmas Break

January 18: No School-Martin Luther King, Jr. Day

February 12: No School

February 15: No School-Presidents Day

March 8-12: Spring Break

March 25-29: Easter Break

April 23: No School

May 20: Baccalaureate

May 22: Graduation

May 24-27: Core Semester Exams

May 27: Last day of school

Eagle Store



Mondays: 2:30-3:30 p.m.

Or email Ryan Schwieterman, rschwiet@cdeducation.org, or Heather Law, mrs.law@bwhs.org, to make an appointment!

Health Office

When Your Child is Sick

Please do NOT send your children to school if they have been vomiting or have had a fever (unmedicated) over 100 degrees within the last 24 hours. They are still contagious within 24 hours of these symptoms and put others around them at risk of also becoming ill.

Support BWHS Through Kroger Purchases

Bishop Watterson participates in the Kroger Community Rewards program.

To sign up, go to kroger.com, log into your account and under your settings click Community Rewards. Search for Bishop Watterson. Our number is VG154. Thank you!