Dear Parents,

Yesterday we celebrated the Feast of All Saints by attending 9:00 am Mass together as a school community. Mass began with a procession of our 1st and 2nd graders wearing stoles and medals with the names of the saint they are studying this month. Additionally our student cantors led us in a beautiful Litany of the Saints to help make our celebration extra special. It was great to have so many parents, grandparents, and community members join us on this special day.  

November is a time to reflect and give thanks for all of God’s blessings. One of our greatest blessings is our parent volunteers. Our volunteers have been active this year already in so many vital ways in working with our students and providing support for our teachers and staff. We have really appreciated and enjoyed having parent volunteers for outdoor recess. The Sign Up Genius for recess volunteers is always available in our Quick Links above. This issue of the Wolfhound Wednesday also has many additional opportunities for working together as ONE serving God, our school, and our community.  

Speaking of recess, we will be continuing to go outside for recess as much as possible even though the weather will soon be turning colder. Please make sure your child is dressed appropriately with hats, gloves and coats and that they are labeled with your child’s name. Encourage your child to check our Lost and Found bin. It is overflowing with many clothing items….especially PE jackets!   

Autumn blessings,

Kathy O'Reilly

Photo Newsletters: 5th & 6th Grades

Click the photo albums below to see what the classes have been up to.

Bark Web Filtering

St. Brigid of Kildare subscribes to a web filtering service called “Bark”. In grades K-8, Bark allows the school to monitor anything occurring on student’s school issued device and school email address.

Through Bark's Parent Portal, guardians can also monitor their own student’s devices when not at school. This is a complimentary service as it unites schools and families to pick up alerts after hours, on weekends, and over holidays.

Through the free Parent Portal account, you can: 

• monitor the alerts we receive here at school
• set up your own alerts to receive after school hours
• create your own block/allow list for after school hours
• set up screen time monitoring for any home devices (only works on phones and tablets)
• set up location monitoring to remind your child to “check in” when they arrive at a specific destination (only works on phones and tablets)

Soon, you will be receiving an email from Bark, wishing to confirm your contact information in order to receive alerts. If you do not wish to receive alerts, simply ignore the email sent from Bark.

If you have any further questions or concerns regarding Bark, please contact Kerinan Jordan at mrs.jordan@stbrigid-school.org.

More information on screen time monitoring

More information on check ins

World Kindness Day: Sign Up Nov 14, 16

Please join the Gifts of Gratitude Committee in showing our teachers and staff some extra kindness! On November 14th and November 16th parent volunteers will celebrate World Kindness Day by taking over drop off, lunch, and recess duties for our teachers and staff. We are also looking for volunteers to provide lunches to the staff members still required to be onsite during those times with our volunteers. There are lots of opportunities to help, so if you can spare some time, please join us. Volunteers must be PGC compliant.  

Musical Help Wanted!

Much of the success of the past Saint Brigid musicals is thanks to all of the behind-the-scenes work and leadership of many talented staff, parents, and adult volunteers. We are in need of volunteers interested in becoming involved in the school musical productions. Areas of skills and leadership needed include set design and building, costumes, props, production, and much more. All volunteers of different skills and backgrounds are welcome.

If you are interested in sharing your talents, please email Ms. Bensonhaver at ms.bensonhaver@stbrigid-school.org.

Thank You to Everyone Who Donated to the Annual Fund!

Last week students enjoyed a day of festivities celebrating the Fall Harvest. There were parades, trunk or treat, donuts, games and fun activities. Events like this are made possible by your support! The Annual Fund donations pay for the parties planned by the Home and School Association. Please consider a once-a-year contribution of $125 per student ($50 for preschool). 100% of every dollar raised goes directly to school projects and activities that enrich the learning experience for your children.

Please click the below button to give to the Annual Fund, and click here to view more photos from the parties.

SPiCE News & Notes: Talking to Kids About Politics

Talking about politics can be tricky and may lead to difficult social interactions and strong emotions. Yet no matter our personal political views, most of us want to raise the next generation to be responsible and engaged citizens.

To help children become good citizens, we have to start by engaging them in conversation about local and national policies and current events. These conversations can happen a lot earlier than many adults think.

Where do I start?

Developmental researchers have shown that children as young as 3-years-old have a basic understanding that there are important people who help make rules for the people around them. 

Spirit Wear - Just in Time for Holiday Gifting!

We are excited to announce that we have another Spirit Wear Sale with orders available in time for Christmas. New with this sale….St. Brigid Wolfhound drink ware items are available! These will make perfect gifts for all the Wolfhounds in your home. The sale is open now and will remain open until November 11^th. Orders will be filled and ready early December.

Morganheimer/Premier Spirit Wear store

Our long-time vendor for St. Brigid spirit wear options (non-vintage) is now open and available. Use the link below to shop their sale, which includes new drink ware options. The link will be available for shopping through Friday, November 11^th. *As a reminder, if you are looking for items in a certain color, click on the item to see all available color options.

Check out the link below to order:

https://saintbrigid.itemorder.com/ [saintbrigid.itemorder.com]

Rah Rah Spirit Wear Sale Open!

Click here to shop:

https://rahrahgear.com/collections/st-brigid

Any questions? Please contact Lesley Beran 614.257.9791 or Shauna Durant 740.815.9053

Home & School Meeting Nov 3

All parents are invited to join the next Home & School meeting coming up on Thursday, November 3 at 10 AM in Hendricks Hall. 

If you can't make it in person you are also welcome to join via Zom:

Join Zoom Meeting

https://us06web.zoom.us/j/82943756170?pwd=Uy9hSFhhWmhHMkVOaFZWQldHMkdxZz09

Winter Coats, Scarves & Hats Drive - Last Day

We are collecting new or gently used coats, mittens, and scarves to help support Basement Blessings. The coat drive is being run out of the Help My Neighbor food pantry, which is a sister effort of Basement Blessings, both of which run out of Smoky Row Brethren Church. The coats we collect will be spread between the Smokey Row location, a Hispanic church, and a church in the hilltop.

With winter approaching, they are in desperate need of cold-weather gear in sizes baby - adult L. Coats, hats, gloves, scarves, hoodies are all needed —— gently used and washed, please.

The drive goes through Wednesday, November 2.

Wolfhound Volleyball News

Congratulations to the 5th Grade Volleyball Team!

The girls defeated OLP in the Championship game on 10/29 in two sets!

Congratulations on your hard work, great teamwork, and championship!

One of our 6th grade girls volleyball teams - The Gold Team – played in the final game of their tournament on Saturday against St. Paul and came in second place. It was an exciting three set game and the girls played great as a team, keeping each other positive and not giving up until the last point was played. Congratulations on an incredible season to our Gold team players who are students at St Brigid - Maeve Baumgartner, Amelia Hoffman, Regan Mitchell, Mel Prevedello, Anabelle Robinson, Collins Wagner, and Ellery Welker.

Wolfhound Football Championships

Your St. Brigid Wolfhound Sr. Reserve Football team finished their season Saturday in the Diocese Championship Game with heartbreaking 6-0 loss to the Northern Bishops.  The team battled all the way until the last play of the game but just came up short.  The coaching staff is extremely proud of all the work and growth the players have put into this season and can’t wait to have this same group back in two years.  Congratulations on a great season to Sam, Reid, Danny, Declan, Frankie, Evan, Ronan, Mitch, Jack, Luke, Cooper, Ben, Calvin, Andy, Ethan, Jacob, JT, Roshan, Stephen & Wyatt.  FAITH…FAMILY… FOOTBALL…GO HOUNDS! 

8th Grade & High School: Advent Half-Night Lock-In

8^th Grade + High School Youth Ministry - Save the date and register today!

Advent Half-Night Lock-In Saturday, December 10 from 5-10 PM

St. Brigid high school youth ministry is hosting this year's Advent Half-Night Lock-In on Saturday, December 10. This event is open to all current 8th-12th grade students!

Join us for:

• 5 PM Mass
• Dinner
• Games and Free Time
• Interactive Advent Reflection Experiences
• Tastes of Bethlehem
• Cards of encouragement for Mommies Matter
• Wrapping and labeling diapers & crib sheets for Mommies Matter
• Gifts and smells of Bethlehem
• Praise + Worship with Damascus Worship

Registration is $20/ person, and we are asking each student to bring a small package of newborn/ size 1 diapers OR fitted crib/ pack 'n play sheets to benefit Mommies Matter.

Click here or see the parish website's sign-up page to register by November 27. 

Requirements to Volunteer with Our Children

If you are 18 years or older and interested in volunteering with youth activities at SKB, attending PROTECTING GOD’S CHILDREN is required before you can volunteer. Register at www.virtus.org        

Limited space Nov 12, 9am @ St Patrick London OH

All volunteers with our children and youth must complete PGC, a St. Brigid volunteer application, submit the signed code of conduct, copy of photo ID, and complete a criminal background check prior to volunteering.

Full details and forms can be found at https://stbrigidofkildare.org/safe-environment/ or contact John Denzel, Safe Environment Manager at jdenzel@stbrigidofkildare.org

Congrats Alumni Eagles Field Hockey

The Watterson Eagles Field Hockey team upset number one seed Upper Arlington with a score of 2-1 to win the regional championship on Saturday October 29th. Goals were scored by St Brigid Alums Avery McClain (16) and Lily Goodfellow (1) with assists by Avelinn O'Reilly (10). Bringing the ball forward is midfielder Carly Henry (7) and playing behind them on defense Meg Newcomb (4) and Addison Ryno (11). They advance to the final four this week playing Mt Notre Dame on Thursday November 3 at 4:30 at Thomas Worthington High School. They're competing for their third consecutive state title. Go Field Hockey Wolfhound/Eagles!

St. Charles Open House

St. Charles Open House for Prospective Students on November 6

You are invited to see our campus and learn about the school during our Open House program taking place on Sunday, November 6^th at 1:00 p.m. Included is a presentation by Principal Jim Lower, a Q & A session with current parents and faculty members, tours of campus, and opportunities to learn about and speak to members of our many teams, clubs, and organizations. Register for open house today at https://www.stcharlesprep.org/open-house-2022/

Little Eagles Wrestling

K-8 children interested in wrestling can sign up to attend the Bishop Watterson High School Little Eagles Wrestling beginning in November.

To learn more, view this flyer. 

BWHS Open House Nov 20