The O'Reilly Minute

Dear Parents,

Veterans Day in the United States honors military veterans who have served in the U.S. Armed Forces. It has its roots in Armistice Day, first celebrated on November 11, 1919, marking the first anniversary of the end of World War I. The date was chosen because the war formally ended at the eleventh hour of the eleventh day of the eleventh month in 1918.

In 1938, Armistice Day became a national holiday, originally intended to honor veterans of World War I. However, after World War II and the Korean War, there was a desire to honor veterans of all wars. In 1954, Congress amended the holiday, officially renaming it "Veterans Day."

Veterans Day differs from Memorial Day, which honors those who died in military service, by focusing on honoring all veterans, both living and deceased, who have served in the U.S. military.

We are honored to invite you to our upcoming St. Brigid’s Veteran’s Day Celebration, where we will gather to recognize and celebrate the service of all active and veteran military members within our community. It is a meaningful opportunity for us to express our gratitude and appreciation to those who have served.

Event Details:

• Date: Monday, November 11th
• Time: 1:45 PM
• Location: St. Brigid School Gymnasium

Please join us if your schedule allows, and feel free to invite your loved ones who are veterans to share in this special celebration with us.

Wishing you autumn blessings and looking forward to commemorating this day together,

Kathy O'Reilly

7th Grade Photo Newsletters

Click the photo album link below to see what the students have worked on in class over the past weeks!

Veteran's Days Assembly + Purple Star Application

Please help our school achieve the Purple Star School designation -- a recognition of schools that show their support and commitment to meeting the unique needs of military-connected students and their families.

As we work towards this designation, your participation is two-fold.  

First, we would love the opportunity to honor and celebrate all of the active and veteran military members of the St. Brigid family at our upcoming St. Brigid's Veteran's Day Celebration. Please join us for our assembly on Monday, November 11th at 1:45pm. Please invite your loved one who is a veteran to attend. 

Second, the data collected will be used to help St. Brigid School to receive an OHIO PURPLE STAR DESIGNATION, identifying St. Brigid as an exceptionally supportive school of military families.

Please click the link to the Sign Up Genius for more information and registration by Thursday, November 7.

We look forward to seeing you as we celebrate and honor our Veterans on Monday, November 11th.

November Counselor Newsleter

Click the link below to read the November newsletter from our Spirit of Peace Clinical Counselors, Maegan Flannery and Terri Johnston.

FACTS Grant & Aid Application Now Open - NEW Simplified Application Process

The application to receive tuition assistance for the 2025-26 school year is now open, with a deadline of March 15, 2025.

New this year, 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:

1. Emmaus Road Scholarship Fund
2. Diocesan Tuition Assistance
3. 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

Now Hiring: 4th Grade Teacher

Saint Brigid of Kildare School is looking for an energetic, faith-filled educator to join our 4th-grade teaching team! Whether you’re a new graduate or a seasoned teacher, we invite you to consider this exciting opportunity to co-teach 4th-grade Math and lead instruction in Religion, Social Studies, and English Language Arts.

This full-time position is available for the remainder of the 2024-25 school year, with the possibility of extending to a full-time role in the 2025-26 school year. Join a supportive, faith-driven community that is committed to excellence and growth for both students and educators.

Qualifications:

• Current teaching license (or ability to obtain one)
• Passion for education and faith-based instruction
• Dedication to fostering a collaborative and engaging classroom environment

Application: Interested applicants should send a resume and cover letter to Kathy O’Reilly, principal at  ms.oreilly@stbrigid-school.org.  Applications will be accepted until November 15th.

After School Study Tables - Going Strong!

Open Now to All 5th, 6th, 7th & 8th Graders

November and December Sign Up Available

Saint Brigid of Kildare School’s After School Study Table program has been running strong for the past couple months. It is now available on Mondays and Wednesdays from 3:00 to 4:00 PM for all 5th, 6th, 7th and 8th graders.

The purpose of the program is to provide students with an opportunity to work on their school assignments in a quiet and supportive study environment. This is not intended to be a tutoring program. However, students will receive help with homework, build study skills and learn to plan and manage their time.

Mr. O’Reilly, along with one or two other teachers, will be monitoring students during this time. You are asked to sign up to help coordinate staffing.

To sign up for November and December dates, click here:

• Study Table Sign Up - November & December

We are excited to continue this opportunity to help students at St. Brigid continue on the path to success!

If you have any further questions, please contact Mr. O’Reilly at mr.oreilly@stbrigid-school.org. You can also email Mr. O'Reilly anytime to sign up for a study table time.

Open House for Incoming Preschool & Kindergarten

Thursday, November 14 | 4:30 - 6:30 PM

Saint Brigid of Kildare School will be holding an open house for prospective preschool and kindergarten families for the 2025-26 school year on Thursday, November 14 from 4:30 - 6:30 p.m. Spread the word to any families who may be interested! Prospective 1st - 8th grade families may call the school at 614-718-5825 to schedule an individual tour.

Applications for new families for the next school year will open on November 15 for preschool through eighth grade with an on-time deadline of January 24.

Use the link below to RSVP.

Remember These Fundraisers?

This is how many schools raise money to fund all the programs, enhancements, celebrations, teacher support and appreciation that our Home and School plans throughout the year. The Annual Fund program started over 25 years ago to eliminate these labor intense fundraising events. These fundraisers only give back around 15%- 20% of the money they collect to the school. Family and friends felt pressured to buy items they did not need and there was a possibility of putting our children into unsafe situations while selling items door to door. 

These are just a few reasons why we have the Annual Fund. 100% of every dollar raised goes directly to school projects and activities that enrich the learning experience for your children.  If you would like to share this link with family and friends, they have the opportunity to support your children without having to buy anything and know that their donation is not only tax deductible but every dollar goes to St. Brigid of Kildare.

Please consider a once-a-year contribution of $125 per student ($50 for preschool).

Please click the below arrow to give to the Annual Fund, and/or forward this email to a family member or friend who may be interested in contributing.



Thank you to those families have already supported the Annual Fund.

St. Brigid Athletic Association News

Welcome Danielle Greaves

Please welcome Danielle Greaves to our basketball program - you will be hearing from her shortly on volunteer sign-ups. Danielle and her husband have two boys - Greyson in 4th grade and Frankie in 2nd grade. She grew up spending a ton of time in the gym, and is excited to jump into and contribute to the SBAA community.

Congrats BWHS Volleyball!

The Bishop Watterson High School volleyball team is regional champs and headed to the state semi-finals on Thursday night! If they win they play in the state final on Friday. Congrats to our many Wolfhound alumnae playing on this team!

BWHS Girls Soccer Advances to State Final this Saturday

The Bishop Watterson girls soccer team won the state semis against Avon High school last night 1-0!

The Bishop Watterson soccer program has 9 alumni that played this year: Annabelle Adtkins-Davidson, Ally Capozella, Grace Creekmur, Bailey Kerins, Stella Schiavone, Sophie Scott, Elle Smith, Sasha Smith, Lily Ulrich, and Kwynn Davis.

They will be competing for the State Championship on Saturday at the Old Historic Crew Stadium at 4pm. This is the first time the Lady Eagles have ever played in the state finals. Please come and cheer the girls on to a victory!

Ushers Needed - Training Opportunities Nov 12

Our parish is in need of additional ushers to serve during Mass. Ushers serve the community by recognizing, welcoming and caring for each member of the assembly. Ushers must be a member of St Brigid and in 6th grade or older.

New guidelines and refresher training for all existing and future ushers will be held in St. Brigid Church on November 5 and 12 at 7 p.m. The one-hour training also includes parents with children (6th grade or older) who will usher together during Mass.  

If interested, complete this form or contact George Gillespie at gillespie14@ameritech.net with questions.

Thank you for considering volunteering your time to serve our parish!

Altar Server Training - Nov 17

All students in fifth grade and older are invited to become Altar Servers for the Weekend and Holy Day Masses. 



Is the Lord calling upon your son or daughter to serve? Have them answer that call by becoming an Altar Server! St. Brigid of Kildare is encouraging all those in (incoming) fifth grade and above to consider becoming an Altar Server. Attend one short training session, study one short section from the Liturgical training manual and they will be ready to serve the Lord as an Altar Server. What a wonderful, rewarding service!

Our next training session for Altar Servers is Sunday, November 17, 2024 from 12:30 – 1:30 PM in the church. Please register by October 19th so we can be prepared to welcome you. 

To register online, please click here or the button below. For more information please contact Joe Feehan at stbrigidaltarservers@stbrigidofkildare.org. 

SPiCE Mass of Inclusion - Nov 17

Everyone is invited to the annual S.P.I.C.E. Mass of Inclusion at St. Catharine Church on November 17, 2024, at 11am. SPICE stands for Special People In Catholic Education. The Mass of Inclusion will be a celebration in honor of all people with special needs with Bishop Earl K. Fernandes. A light reception will immediately follow the Mass. 

Feed the Kids Halloween Candy Collection

Feed the Kids Columbus is collecting unwanted Halloween candy! This donated candy will be thoughtfully included in our holiday break food bags, bringing a little extra joy to the children we serve.

Please drop off all candy by November 7, 2024, so we have time to sort and pack it during our upcoming volunteer events. Click the buttons below to find our current drop-off locations.  Thank you for your support! 

“I tell you the truth, whatever you did for one of the least of these brothers of mine, you did for me.” (Matthew 25:40)

St. Charles to Present The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (abridged) November 14-16

The St. Charles Preparatory School Drama Department is proud to announce its fall production, The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (abridged)  by Adam Long, Daniel Singer, and Jess Winfield. Complete Works…will be presented November 14, 15, & 16 at 8:00 p.m., and Sunday, November 17 at 3:00 p.m. in the St. Charles Campus Theatre, 2010 E. Broad St. Adult tickets are $15 each, and student tickets are $10 each. Reservations may be placed by visiting the St. Charles website homepage at www.scprep.org – Buy Tickets button. (Tickets will not be sold at the door)

Bishop Watterson Presents Game of Tiaras

Bishop Watterson High School is presenting Game of Tiaras at The Little Theatre from November 14-17.

Come see many St. Brigid School alums in this musical, including Maisie Barr, Reese Cole, Sammi Curtin, Fiona Dorley, Jillian Dublikar, Madeline Dublikar, Gianna Dziewiatkowski, Emily Mifsud, Maddie Mifsud, and Tanishka Prabhu.  

Tickets are available at https://www.bishopwatterson.com/athletics-ticketing/.

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