Bishop Watterson 
Wednesday News

Important Dates

November 4

Eucharistic Adoration (sign up below)

November 6

Mass, 7:15 a.m. (parents welcome)

November 9

Mass, 7:15 a.m. (parents welcome)

November 11

Eucharistic Adoration (sign up below)

November 22

Open House

November 25-29

Thanksgiving Break

October Volunteer of the Month

Congratulations to our October Volunteer of the Month, Adam Somos!

If you attended the annual Greek Festival over Labor Day weekend, you may have enjoyed a delicious treat from one of its most popular booths, the Baklava Sundae station! Adam played an instrumental role in its success this year, taking on the challenge of co-chairing the booth and helping lead it to a record-breaking weekend. He recruited fellow students to volunteer at the Baklava Sundae station, collaborated with his co-chair to develop a plan for managing the booth, and helped ensure everything ran smoothly. Thanks to their efforts, the booth sold out of its delicious treats by Sunday!

Adam has been actively involved in his parish, Annunciation Greek Orthodox Cathedral, his entire life. Since entering eighth grade, he has taken on an increasingly active role in serving his parish community. Throughout high school, Adam has generously given his time to the children’s ministry and helped lead Vacation Bible School.

Adam’s commitment to service is evident in the glowing praise he received from his supervisor, who shared that “Adam does not wait to be asked to help; he offers as soon as he sees someone who needs help.” In a parish community with many older members, this willingness to step up and lend a hand is especially valued.

During his time at Bishop Watterson, Adam has recorded more than 320 service hours. Beyond his work with Annunciation Greek Orthodox Cathedral, he has also participated in Gospel Road and the CCYHA Special Hockey program.

Adam’s initiative, dedication to his parish, and genuine attentiveness to the needs of others demonstrate how meaningful service often begins with simply being willing to step up. Adam, thank you for putting your faith into practice and making a lasting difference in the lives of those around you.

Report Cards Posted

First quarter report cards are 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 1 Honor Roll

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

Mothers' Club

Counselor Corner

Sophomore Families

The sophomore class will receive a presentation from the counseling department on substance abuse on Friday, November 6, and will not have cafeteria service on this day. They will have the option to pre-order pizza ($5 for two slices) or pack a lunch. Pizza orders will be taken, with payment, during lunch periods November 2, 3, and 4.

Diocesan Trades Night

Join the Diocesan High Schools at Bishop Hartley High School on Thursday, December 3, for an evening dedicated to learning about professional trades. The panel begins at 6:30 p.m. with one-on-one time to meet with specific groups after the panel.

Click here for the FLYER.

Click here to REGISTER.

Lunch and Learn

The next Lunch and Learn is scheduled for Wednesday, November 18. This Lunch and Learn will focus on careers in the medical field. Lunch and Learns are an opportunity for students to learn from and network with professionals in a given career field. They take place during lunch and 5th period and students are responsible for classwork missed. Sophomores through seniors may sign up via their Scoir accounts. Freshman will receive a google form via email to sign up. 

Spring College Credit Plus Students

Students who are signed up to take a College Credit Plus course in the spring should sign into their Columbus State Work Day account and complete the required tasks.

Band Earns Superior at State Contest

Congratulations to our Marching Eagles on earning a Superior rating at the Ohio Music Education Association (OMEA) state contest this past weekend!

Athletics



Tickets for the playoffs are through OHSAA. BWHS sports passes will not be accepted at home events.

Football Playoffs

The football team had a bye last week in the first round of the Division II playoffs and now take on Whitehall-Yearling on Friday at home at 7:00 p.m.

Cross Country Girls Regional Champs, Boys Regional Runners-Up

The girls cross country team took the Regional Championship and the boys finished Regional Runner-up. Junior Kaitlyn Van Zandt finished first with sophomore Karine Bhowmick (5^th) and juniors Campbell Retzke (6^th) and Berkley Lacount (8^th) finishing in the top 10 for the girls. In the boys race freshman Tommy King was the top Eagle, finishing 9^th.

Boys Soccer District Champs

The boys soccer team defeated Bishop Hartley 4-0 to win the District Championship, the program’s fourth in a row. They play Dover in the Regional Semifinals tonight at Heath at 7:00 p.m.

Girls Soccer District Champs

The girls soccer team shut out Logan 7-0 to win the District Championship. The Eagles won the Regional Semifinal last night, 5-1 over Big Walnut. They will face New Albany in the Regional Final on Saturday at 7:00 p.m. at Walter J. Hodges Stadium in Granville.

Girls Volleyball District Champs

The girls volleyball team won the District Championship in straight sets over Watkins Memorial. They face Big Walnut in the Regional Semifinal on Thursday at Hilliard Darby at 8:00 p.m.

Scholarships for Eagles, Ohio Tax Credit for You

2027 Service Trip to Belize

Eagle Store Hours

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Season of Giving

Holy Family Soup Kitchen

A minimum $5 donation, collected by Student Council in homerooms on Friday, November 6, will benefit Holy Family Soup Kitchen. 

Holy Family operates a soup kitchen for up to 200 people each day (Monday through Friday) in which they can obtain lunch bags and carry-out hot meals, in addition to personal hygiene, canned goods and box items, and new or gently used shoes and clothing for themselves and family members. Our donation will help further their mission and service! 

Students who participate by donating $5 will have permission to dress down per student handbook guidelines on Friday, November 6.

November 23: Food Drive for St. Francis Center in McArthur, Ohio

We are asking students to bring in non-perishable items (no money) for the St. Francis Center in McArthur, Ohio. Items will be collected in Dominican Hall the morning of November 23.

Students who participate by donating will have permission to dress down per student handbook guidelines on Monday, November 23.

We are asking each class to focus on a specific need:

Freshman: 2 Jars of Peanut Butter

Sophomores: 10 Cans of Fruit and/or Vegetables

Juniors: 5 Boxed Meals or Canned Meat

Seniors: 5 Cans Hearty Soups

AP Exam Payments Due November 6

For students who are currently enrolled in AP classes, the payment deadline is Friday, November 6. Students must be joined into their AP classroom and registered for the exam. There is a different payment deadline for students who are taking AP Macroeconomics, but families may pay now along with any other AP exams.  

Click here to go to our online payment page. 

Families can also pay with a check made out to Bishop Watterson High School, cash or money order, turned into Mrs. Forker in the tech lab by the due date.  

Exam cost:

$103 - if paid online (additional cost covers processing fees)

$99 - if paid with a check, cash, or money order

Fall Drama: Little Women

November 12, 13, 14 at 7:00 p.m.

November 15 at 2:00 p.m.

Eucharistic Adoration

Each Wednesday, adoration will be held from 7:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. If you have taken Protecting God's Children, please feel free to sign up for a time that works for your schedule.

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!