Bishop Watterson 
Wednesday News

Important Dates

January 31

Class of 2030 Entrance Exam Dates

February 4

Parent-Teacher-Student Conferences

February 13-16

No School: President's Day Weekend

A Message from Father Noble

To all at Bishop Watterson:

Before I move on to my next assignment, I would like to express my gratitude for the privilege of having been assigned to Bishop Watterson High School. Deacon Campbell calls Watterson a family and I can say that this family welcomed me warmly and filled me with wonderful memories for which I am forever grateful. 


As I move, I ask for your prayers supporting me in my new work, and I promise my prayers for all of you. I know the future holds ample opportunity for visits to reconnect and I look forward to such occasions. May the Lord continue to bless the Watterson family and all of your good works as you strive to restore all things in Christ.



Sincerely,

Father Paul Noble

Parent-Teacher-Student Conferences

Conferences will be held on Wednesday, February 4 from 3:00-7:00 p.m.

These conferences are intended for students who may be struggling in a class. If your child is doing well but you still wish to learn more, we encourage you to email the teacher or to set up a phone call. You can keep tabs on your child’s academic progress by logging into PowerSchool.



While conferences are in person, all sign-ups for conference night need to be scheduled online at the link which will be included in the January 28 Wednesday News. Teachers are listed under their departments. If a teacher's available slots are full, or if you have a conflict on conference night, please don't hesitate to email the teacher. 

No walk-in appointments will be available.

Students are expected to participate in conferences.

Online sign-ups begin this morning, Wednesday, January 28, at 8:00 a.m. and will close on Tuesday, February 3 at 3:00 p.m.

It's Catholic Schools Week

We're celebrating Catholic Schools Week and what a way to kick it off with two snow days!

On Thursday we celebrate our faculty and staff with a visit from a coffee truck to warm everyone up.

On Friday, students and staff celebrate with a dress down and Bishop Watterson Mothers' Club is planning to provide an ice cream treat at lunchtime.

Worth Repeating

College Credit Plus

Any parent of a student who plans to take a College Credit Plus course next year must get an OH ID number before applying for funding. Below is a link for instructions.

How to create a New OH|ID account and Department of Education Profile

Once parents have their OH ID account set up, parents can request funding for next school year. Bishop Watterson hosted a CCP meeting on January 20. On February 11, BWHS will host a "request CCP Funding Workshop" in Dominican Hall from 6:00-7:30 p.m. Parents will need to bring their OH ID number to complete a funding application. Mrs. Wendy Casterline from the Ohio Department of Education and Workforce will be here to assist parents requesting funding.

For parents of students who have taken a CCP class before, you will need to attend both meetings and request CCP funding with a letter of good standing from the university.

Click here for the slides from last night's CCP meeting at BWHS.

Camino de Santiago Trip

Bishop Watterson High School is planning its first student pilgrimage on the Camino de Santiago. This pilgrimage will be organized through Verso Ministries and is scheduled to take place during Spring Break 2027. An informational meeting for interested students and families will be held on Tuesday, February 10, at 7:00 p.m. at BWHS. For additional information prior to the meeting, please contact Mr. Eric Stanek, mr.stanek@bwhs.org, Mrs. Karissa Bowman, mrs.bowman@bwhs.org or Mr. Billy Olson, wolson@bwhs.org.

Save the Date for Jazz Night Out 2026

The Bishop Watterson Band Program is excited to announce its 16^thAnnual Jazz Night Out Fundraiser Gala will take place on Friday, April 24 at 7:00 p.m. at the Scioto Reserve Country Club. Tickets for the event will go on sale in March. We hope you can join us for a night of fun, food and live music!

 

Interested in helping? We are looking for businesses to partner with us for the event; we are currently accepting products and services for the silent auction. Donation items, or questions, may be directed to Band Director Mike Renzi, mr.renzi@bwhs.org. Thank you for your support!

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

Night for the Eagles is a fresh take on Bishop Watterson's beloved Gala tradition, set for Saturday, February 21 from 6:00-11:00 p.m. at Ohio Brewing Company.


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  

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.

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!

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!