Wolfhound Wednesday - February 11, 2026 | | Last week during Catholic Schools Week our students collected snacks and assembled over 2,600 snack bags for Feed the Kids Columbus! | |
The O'Reilly Minute
Dear Parents,
This Friday, February 13th we will be celebrating Valentine’s Day with parties funded by our Annual Fund. We will also be enjoying our annual 8th grade vs. faculty and staff basketball game. Students are invited to enjoy a red dress down day or they may choose to wear spiritwear or school colors.
Next week, we will attend Ash Wednesday Mass as a school community (no school Mass on Thursday) in order to prepare our hearts for the liturgical season of Lent. If you wish to attend with the school community, please register in your child’s Friday Folder.
Please remember to consider applying for tuition assistance for the 2026-2027 school year. (This assistance would be in addition to the funds you will receive from the EdChoice Scholarship program). We have additional funds available for distribution due to the generosity of our donors through the Emmaus Road Scholarship program. If you are in need of any tuition assistance beyond your EdChoice scholarship amount, please apply through FACTS for tuition assistance. We also encourage all families receiving Jon Peterson scholarships to apply for tuition assistance since they are not eligible to receive EdChoice Scholarships. The deadline for the tuition assistance application is March 15, 2026. More details are in the article below.
May the Blessings of St. Brigid be with you,
Kathy O’Reilly
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Principal Search - Needs Assessment Survey
The process to find the next outstanding leader of St. Brigid of Kildare Catholic School has recently begun. A search committee composed of members of the parish and school community has been formed. However, the process cannot begin until this committee hears the input of the members of our parish and school community. Beginning next Wednesday, February 18, please plan to take a few minutes to complete a short survey that will allow the committee to conduct a needs assessment to determine the most meaningful and productive principal candidate profile and interview questions that will shape this process.
This survey will be open from February 18 through February 25, 2026.
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St. Brigid of Kildare School Principal Job Posting
As we prepare to say farewell to Principal O'Reilly as she retires at the end of this school year, our school is seeking a dedicated, faith-filled leader for the position of Principal beginning in the summer of 2026.
Our school’s mission is to form students to know, love, and serve the Lord as missionary disciples of Christ. Our dedicated, professional teachers strongly support the philosophy of Catholic education and work with students and parents to ensure that students receive a quality religious and academic learning experience.
St. Brigid School provides a traditional, rigorous Catholic education for more than 600 students in preschool through eighth grade. As a co-educational, award-winning school in the Diocese of Columbus, we strive for an authentic integration of the Catholic faith and Catholic values within challenging academic experiences. St. Brigid is seeking a principal who is a proven leader, capable of helping us grow in our mission of evangelization and excellence in education. If you are interested in this challenging and rewarding opportunity, visit this link for more information and to apply. The application deadline is February 20, 2026.
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Now Hiring: Wolfhound Clubhouse (Latchkey) Assistants
Join Our Team at Wolfhound Clubhouse Saint Brigid of Kildare School!
Are you passionate about working with children? Wolfhound Clubhouse is seeking enthusiastic individuals to join our before and after school childcare team!
Position Details:
Hours:
- Morning: 6:45 AM to 8:00 AM (optional)
- Afternoon: 2:30 PM to 5:30 PM or 2:00 PM to 6:00 PM
We are looking for candidates who:
- Understand and meet the needs of children
- Demonstrate a caring and supportive attitude
- Are flexible with their schedules
Our Mission:
At Wolfhound Clubhouse, we are dedicated to creating a positive, success-oriented environment that encourages physical, social, and emotional growth through appropriate play.If you are a positive person who wants to make a difference in children's lives, we would love to hear from you! If interested in applying, email Natalia Banks at mrs.banks@stbrigid-school.org.
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Outdoor Recess Policy Reminder
This is a friendly reminder about our recess policy, as outlined in the school handbook. Students will have outdoor recess each day unless it is actively raining/snowing or the temperature or windchill is below 25°F. Please help us by ensuring your child(ren) comes to school dressed appropriately for the weather, including coats, hats, gloves, and other cold-weather gear as needed. Getting fresh air and movement is an important part of our day, and being dressed for the weather helps everyone enjoy recess safely and comfortably.
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Save the Date for Father Daughter Dance
Saturday, April 11, 6:30-9:00pm
Registration will open February 16th
All golfers and caddies should wear course attire to this fun event on Masters weekend!
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Lost and Found Items Will Be Donated Feb 22
A reminder that the lost and found will be cleaned out on Feb 22 in conjunction with the uniform exchange, so please reclaim your item(s)! Because the lost and found is overflowing, if you are missing an unlabeled item, you have permission to guess and take one of the same size. Wash and label your items before wear!
Click to view a photo album of what is currently in the lost in found.
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Join Us for a Parent Evening with Dr. Benjamin Fields:
Building Effective Behavior Strategies at Home
Thursday, March 12 | 6 PM | School Gymnastium
St. Brigid of Kildare School is pleased to invite all parents and guardians to an engaging and practical presentation by Dr. Benjamin Fields, a respected expert in child behavior and family support. This special event is designed to empower parents with tools and insights that make everyday family life smoother, more positive, and more connected.
Supporting Parents, Strengthening Families
Parenting is both rewarding and challenging, and every family faces moments when behavior at home can feel overwhelming. Dr. Fields understands these struggles and brings years of experience helping families create calm, structured, and supportive home environments.
During this session, Dr. Fields will address:
Practical Behavior Management Strategies You Can Use at Home
He will share easy-to-implement approaches that promote cooperation, routine, and positive behavior—strategies proven to work in real family settings.
Common Barriers Parents Encounter
From inconsistent routines to emotional overwhelm, Dr. Fields will highlight the typical obstacles that make behavior management difficult—and offer clear steps to overcome them.
Building a Consistent and Effective Home Framework
Learn how to structure expectations, set boundaries with confidence, and create a home environment that supports your child’s social and emotional growth.
This event is more than a traditional talk. It’s an opportunity to gain practical skills, ask questions, and walk away with tools you can begin using immediately. Whether you are navigating morning routines, homework battles, sibling conflicts, or simply want to strengthen communication with your child, Dr. Fields’ insights will help your family thrive.
We Hope to See You There!
Please join us and RSVP for this thoughtful, supportive, and informative evening designed just for our parent community. Together, we can build habits, routines, and relationships that help every child flourish—at school and at home.
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Clinic Updates
Valentines Day Party Reminder - This Friday the 13th
If you have a child that is diagnosed with a new condition or allergy and will not be able to eat the Jacquemin farms cut out cookie please let us know and bring in a snack for your child to eat. We realize conditions and allergies can change and we want all to have a snack they are able to eat.
Health Check
Is your child not feeling well? In doubt on when they should stay home?
We are seeing an uptake in Influenza cases and strep over the past couple weeks. To help keep our students and staff healthy, please follow the recommendations on when to keep your child home.
When to stay home:
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Fever-Temperature 100.0 F or higher- A student needs to be fever free for a minimum of 24 hours without the help of fever reducing medication before returning to school.
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Diarrhea, Stomachache and/or Vomiting - Students must remain home for 24-48 hours after stomach ache, diarrhea, and/or vomiting has stopped. The student should be feeling better and food intake has returned to normal before returning to school.
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Difficulty Breathing/Wheezing - Students should stay home until he or she is feeling better and activity level has returned to normal.
- Sore Throat - Student should stay home if he or she has a red throat, swollen glands, or difficulty swallowing.
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Red Eyes and/or Eye Discharge - Student should stay home until recovered or seek evaluation by a healthcare provider
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Undiagnosed Rash - Students should seek evaluation by a healthcare provider.
- Uncontrolled cold symptoms that interfere with the student’s ability to learn (e.g. ie persistent coughing and/or persistent/active runny nose, body aches, headaches, fatigue) - Students should stay home until symptoms are improving and can participate in class.
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Please email the Health clinic a copy of any diagnosis or report any communicable disease to Mrs. Rodenberg at this form Communicable disease form
Questions? Please reach out to Monica Rodenberg at mrs.rodenberg@stbrigid-school.org.
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Tuition Assistance Application Deadline March 15
The application to receive tuition assistance for the 2026-27 school year is now open, with a deadline of March 15, 2026.
The FACTS Grant & Aid application is an income-only application, meaning you only need to submit the following information to apply:
- Federal tax return for the most recent tax year
- Most recent W-2(s)
- Any other sources of income and amounts
This one application makes you eligible to receive tuition assistance dollars from one or more of the following pools of funding:
- Emmaus Road Scholarship Fund
- Diocesan Tuition Assistance
- TACT (Teacher) Tuition Assistance
(Please note St. Brigid Donor Scholarships and Oak Society Grants require a separate application in the spring).
Scholarship awards are determined in May. Please contact Jackie Mack (jmack@stbrigidofkildare.org or 614-761-3734) with questions regarding potential award status.
You can begin the application now at https://online.factsmgt.com/aid
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EdChoice Renewal and New Applicants Due March 31
Families seeking any tuition assistance for the 2026–27 school year are asked to apply for the EdChoice Expansion Scholarship. This helps St. Brigid of Kildare School maximize scholarship and aid support for our families.
Renewing families and new applicants (including incoming kindergarten students) must submit required materials by March 31 to be considered for additional tuition assistance. Families receiving the Jon Peterson Scholarship should continue applying through that program.
For full application and renewal instructions, visit our EdChoice webpage below. Questions may be directed to edchoice@stbrigid-school.org or (614) 718-5825.
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Corks for a Cause 2026 - Tickets on Sale
Tickets for Corks for a Cause 2026 are on sale now!
We are excited to hold our 19th annual Corks for a Cause Silent Auction and Wine Tasting for SPiCE on Saturday, March 7, 2025, with a theme of An Evening at the Masters.
If you'd like to learn more about the event, how you can help, or share your ideas, please reach out to Sarah Moore at smoore@stbrigidofkildare.org.
If you are interested in a sponsorship, learn more here. All sponsorship packages include tickets to the event and a wide range of advertising.
Wine & Silent Auction Item Donations Needed
We are again collecting donations of wine or champange bottles valued at $20 and up for our fun "putting for wine" activity at the event! If you can donate bottles or any items for the silent auction, please either bring them to the school or parish office, or contact Sarah Moore at smoore@stbrigidofkildare.org or 614-761-3734.
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Shop for a Cause
Thursday, Feb 19, 12-7 PM
ForeLOVE, 38 W. Olentangy Street, Powell
Shop for your perfect Masters-inspired look at ForeLOVE Golf and Tennis boutique on Thursday, Feb 19 when 10% of all sales that day will benefit SPICE, enriching education for students with special learning needs.
Shop anytime that day, or come later on and enjoy wine and light snacks from 5-7 PM.
Shop with purpose. Dress for the theme. Support a meaningful cause.
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Spring Sports Registration Deadline Feb 20
Families wanting to register their student-athlete for a spring sport at St. Brigid can use the attached link. As a reminder, the Catholic Youth Organization (CYO) is now administering the registration for all recognized sports.
Spring sports include:
- CYO Coach-Pitch (2nd-3rd grade)
- CYO Softball (4th-8th grade)
- CYO Baseball (4th-8th grade)
- CYO Track (4th-8th grade)
Anyone interested in coaching or volunteering for baseball and softball this spring should contact Chad Wright, Commissioner, at cdwright@visitingangels.com or 304.941.2169.
Please include your name and which sport/grade you are interested in helping with.
https://doodlio.com/#/reg/10209/1971
Registration for spring sports will remain open until February 20th.
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Kindergarten Parent Social
Attention Kindergarten parents! You're invited to a casual night out at Revelry Tavern on Tuesday, February 24 for a chance to get to know the parents behind our amazing St. Brigid kindergarteners. Food/Drink will be available to order. Hope to see you there!
*Text/Call Delainie Minnillo with any questions - 301-254-5265
Sponsored by St. Brigid Home & School
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7th Grade Parent Social
Class of 2027 parents, let's get to know each other better before these kiddos graduate! We will meet at Bridge's End Brewing at 6:45 PM on Thursday, February 26. Please let us know at the RSVP link if you can join us by February 19.
We will gather at Bridge's End Brewery, located in Shawnee Hills, on February 26 from 6:45-8:45 PM. You are welcome to order individually from the beverage and dinner menu, or just come and chat.
To RSVP and learn more details about the event, click here.
Sponsored by St. Brigid Home & School
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The Mantle Diaper Drive
Please join The Mantle in a Lenten diaper drive for Catholic Pro-Life Ministry in Columbus, Mommies Matter.
The Mantle is collecting physical diapers or monetary donations for Mommies Matter to help them support moms who are choosing life for their baby and need resources.
Donation items can be dropped off any time between Feb 18 - Mar 25 in the Massey Teen Room.
Questions? Reach out to Ellie (Youth Minister) at edills@stbrigidofkildare.org.
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Knights of Columbus Free Throw Contest Rescheduled for Feb 15
Do you have children aged 9 to 14 as of 1/1/2026?
Join us for the Free Throw Contest on Sunday, February 15th, in the St. Brigid school gymnasium from 4:00 to 5:30 pm. Check-in for registered girls and boys begins at 3:30 pm.
Register online at the link below.
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St. Brigid Women's Retreat
Registration is now open!
We are grateful for the opportunity to reconnect for the 2026 St. Brigid of Kildare Women’s Retreat at The Spiritual Center of Maria Stein!
For most of us, the pace of daily life is pretty hectic. Because we’re always on the go, there isn’t much time to think about the truly important things in life. At The Spiritual Center of Maria Stein, the peace and solitude provides a chance for you to get away – to take time to reflect, refresh, and renew.
WHERE:
Maria Stein Spiritual Center
2365 St Johns Rd.
Maria Stein, Ohio 45860
WHEN:
April 10, 2026 – April 12, 2026
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Mom to Mom Lent 2026
Join us this Lent as we study Real Moms of Real Saints by Colleen Pressprich. Draw close to the moms of the saints and learn from their virtues, struggles, failures, and joys in this deeply personal exploration of motherhood. Presssprich will bring you face -to-face and heart-to-heart with new friends and intercessors for your vocation motherhood adventure, don’t miss this real, raw and relatable adventure of Real Moms of Real Saints.
Meetings: Wednesday at 9:45 am in the Church Basement
2/25/2026 - Real Mom's of Real Saints; Foreword - Antonia Salzano Acutis, Introduction, and Maria Rosa - Mother of Venerable Lucia do Santos "Trusting in the Lord Through All Things"
3/4/2026 - Real Mom's of Real Saints; Margaret - Mother of St. John Bosco "Loving the Child God Gives Us"
3/11/2026 - Real Mom's of Real Saints; Giuseppa - Mother of St. Pio of Pietrelcina "It Takes a Village"
3/18/2026 - NO MEETING SBK SPRING BREAK
3/25/2026 - Real Mom's of Real Saints; Maria -Mother of St. Maximilian Kolbe "When We're Tempted to Act Out of Brokenness"
4/1/2026 - NO MEETING DUBLIN SPRING BREAK
All moms are welcome to join this beautiful sisterhood of motherhood. Come when you can, and bring a friend along!
We look forward to sharing, praying, and growing in friendship with you this year.
For more information or to get involved, please contact the Family First Co Directors, Kerri Wilke, kerriwilke@gmail.com or Beth Biller elizabeth.biller@gmail.com
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Screenagers - Presented by PERC Dublin
This award-winning documentary probes into the vulnerable corners of family life and depicts messy struggles over social media, video games, and academics. The film offers solutions on how we can help our kids navigate the digital world.
The film will be shown in the Lecture Hall on the second floor of Emerald Campus at 7:00. Doors open at 6:30pm each night.
February 19 - Screenagers: Elementary School Age Edition (intended for elementary families)
February 26 - Screenagers: Growing Up in the Digital Age (intended for middle and high school families)
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A Night for the Eagles
Saturday, February 22
6-11 PM
Ohio Brewing Company
A 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 evening dedicated to uplifting and expanding opportunities for the Bishop Watterson student body supporting tuition assistance
through the BWHS Family Scholarship Endowment & Facility/Building Upgrades. 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 & Socialize With The BWHS Community
Heavy Hors D'oeuvres
Full Bar
DJ
Silent Auction
Learn more and register at the flyer.
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