Dear Parents,

The month of October has been filled with many fun activities.  Athletic events, the upcoming Barn Bash and Fall Festival parties, pumpkin patches, and field trips are just a few of the fun fall opportunities we are enjoying.  During the next several weeks we also have a few great service opportunities.  Please check out the article below for details regarding Basement Blessings and this organization’s need for cold weather clothing.  This is a great opportunity to clean out your closets and share your gently used coats, mittens, etc. with those in need.   Also, our 8th grade Service Team is planning a service opportunity to help support students at St. Andrew School in Cape Coral, Florida.  Our 8th grade students will be promoting opportunities for our students P - 8 to donate 25 cents on the 25th!  Students will be encouraged to earn quarters by participating in service work this weekend or perhaps sharing some of their own piggy bank quarters to help with the Florida Hurricane Recovery Efforts.   

Thank you for working Together as One: Serving God, Our School and Our Community,

Kathy O’Reilly 

Photo Newsletters: K, 1st & 2nd Grades

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

Announcing St. Brigid's 2023 Spring Musical!

Auditions will take place in December and are open to 6th, 7th, and 8th grade.More details to come!

Dress Rehearsal:  Sunday, March 26th - 3:00 pm to 8:00 pm

School Performance:  Wednesday, March 29th - 1:15 pm

Evening Performance:  Thursday, March 30th - 7:00 pm

Evening Performance:  Friday, March 31st- 7:00 pm

For more information on the show, please visit:

https://www.mtishows.com/disneys-frozen-jr

For questions contact:

Crystal Bensonhaver ms.bensonhaver@stbrigid-school.org

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.

Proud St. Brigid Family Metal Signs for Sale

We are excited to offer a brand new product to our St. Brigid School families! We will be taking orders for these 11" metal outdoor signs that look great in a front flower bed or landscaping. These signs are made of no-rust aluminum with a UV resistant paint designed for long lasting outdoor durability, and will hold up a minimum of 5-10 years. They are made of 3mm max metal and come with a 48" metal T-bar stake for stability into the ground.

You may have seen our sample in front of the school this week. The attached photo shows our final design that shows support and unity in our St. Brigid community. 

Total cost for the sign and stake is $32. To order, fill out the form below by Friday, October 28 and pay via credit card. Signs will be produced after the ordering period is over, and plan to be ready for pickup in November (details will be sent in November).

Winter Coats, Scarves & Hats Drive

Beginning today, we are collecting new or gently used coats, mittens, and scarves to help support Basement Blessings. Now that the weather has turned cold, 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 will go through Wednesday, November 2.

Fall Festival - Friday, October 28

Our Annual Fund supports the treats and games for this annual classroom party. Students are invited to wear costumes on this day if they wish. In place of a costume, students may choose a fall color dress down day, or they may wear sweatshirts or t-shirts recognizing their favorite athletic team’s colors or logos. 

Fall Festival Costume Guidelines

• Make them simple, easy to wear all day, and not too hot or cold.
• Face masks that cover the entire face and/or head (examples-Spiderman, clown, skeleton, etc.) are not allowed.
• Inflatable costumes will not be allowed. 
• Please limit accessories (like wings, crowns, wands) that will be difficult to handle at school, or could be lost or broken. Also, violent props such as pistols, knives, or swords are not permitted.
• Costumes may not have scary/bloody masks/clothes.
• Costumes may not obstruct the student’s view or ability to do work in the classroom.
• Costumes may not be inappropriately revealing, such as short skirts, bare midriffs, or low cut tops. 
• Costumes may not be offensive or make a political statement in any way.
• Please no make-up

Please check your child’s costume or dress down day outfit, and make sure they are following the guidelines. Thank you!  

Cheer On Alumni in the Watterson Band

The Bishop Watterson Marching Band will be performing this Saturday at 7:30 PM at Thomas Worthington HS. This is considered their “Home Show” and the band includes many St. Brigid of Kildare School alumni!

SBK Alumni in the BWHS MB

• Mia Aguilar, Reese Cole, Matthew Drab, Colin Hare, Claire Heise, Sophia Heise, Caleb Kenney, LJ Kramer, Noah Loudon, Nick Maliwesky, Mary McDavid, Marcos Miller-Carmona, Stephanie Regan, Analia Spagnuolo, Lily Strayer, Jack Sweeney, Colin Thomas, Jade Van Washenova

Earn Box Tops for Our School

For over 25 years, Box Tops for Education has given families an easy way to earn for schools with products they already buy. Today, you can find thousands of participating products throughout the store — and all you need is the Box Tops app.

ONLINE SHOPPERS CAN EARN WITH BOX TOPS, TOO! Whether you order groceries for delivery or pickup, shop through your store’s app, or request an email receipt at checkout, you can earn for your school no matter where you shop.

For more information and to download the Box Tops App visit: https://www.boxtops4education.com/

Adding School Calendars to Google Calendar

Did you know the school calendar and the lunch calendar can be added to your personal Google calendars? Instructions are on the website on both calendar pages, and also listed below:

• To add the school calendar to your Google calendar, click this link, then scroll down and hit the “+Google Calendar” button, then follow the prompts to add to your Google calendar account.
• To add the lunch calendar to your Google calendar, click this link, then scroll down and hit the “+Google Calendar” button, then follow the prompts to add to your Google calendar account.

Football Wolfhounds & Cheerleaders

This past weekend, our football Wolfhounds volunteered at Sandwich Saturday making sandwiches for The Holy Family Soup Kitchen during their bye week from a game. The children had fun helping out and giving back to the community. Our football teams are gearing up for tournaments next weekend.

Our Wolfhound cheerleaders cheered at several football and flag football games this season. The team appreciated their support and enthusiasm throughout the season!

Barn Bash is Friday!

Barn Bash is this Friday, October 21 from 6-8:15 PM at Leeds Farm in Ostrander, Ohio!

If you ordered tickets they will be available for pickup at the door. If you did not purchase tickets and still want to come, you can purchase tickets at the door for $15 cash only.

All are invited to attend this fun night for families, which includes games, snacks, a DJ and family fun on the farm all evening!

For questions related to Barn Bash, contact co-chairs Ashley Storey (ashleymueller.173@gmail.com) or Anne Knapke (bannie3@yahoo.com).

Typing Agent

Students in Grades 2 to 6 have access to a program called Typing Agent. This is a web-based typing curriculum that adapts to each student. Depending on grade level, it includes lessons on using a mouse or trackpad, keyboarding, Digital Citizenship, coding, and exciting games.

Students do have some dedicated time here at school to work on this, but they can also access it at home.

How to log in:

Students will need to visit this link: Typing Agent

They will choose “Sign in with Google”. They will type in (or select) their email address and password.

(*All students should have a label in their planner with this information.)

Students will then see their Dashboard where they can navigate to the lessons or other activities.

If you have further questions about this program, please contact Kerinan Jordan at mrs.jordan@stbrigid-school.org

2022-23 Winter Sports Now Open for Registration

Registration is now open for the upcoming season of Basketball and Cheer.   

Cheer is open for anyone 4th - 8th grade, and the team will cheer at a number of different basketball games throughout the winter.  If you have questions about the cheer program, please email lindsey.meadows25@gmail.com

Basketball has our diocese teams for 4th - 8th grade boys and girls, and we also have the Lil' Hounds program with instructional clinics for 2nd and 3rd grade boys and girls. If you have questions about basketball, please email basketball@gowolfhounds.com

As with all St. Brigid Athletics - all programs are opened to St. Brigid students, Religious Ed. students, and registered parishioners.

Registration Form can be found online at GoWolfhounds.com

Early Registration Coupon

Early Registration is key to make sure that we have enough coaches to support our teams at all grade levels.  Having a group of 9 players that changes in the last week of registration to 16 players means we would need to have 2 teams and in need of at least 2 more coaches last minute. Please help out by registering early so that we can be prepared for practices to start in early November.    

Registration deadlines for basketball in 4th - 8th grades will be October 21st.  

When you register, please use Coupon Code of "EARLYWINTER22" for your 10% discount. Coupon expires October 1.

October is Respect Life Month

October is Respect Life Month. When we talk about respecting life, we see the full picture of human life – from womb to natural death. This October, we are inviting two local organizations to speak on how their organizations serve to respect life in unique and invaluable ways and how you can become part of their missions. 

Join us at 7:15 PM in Hendricks Hall on Wednesday, October 19 to hear from Mommies Matter! 

Everyone is invited to hear from Mommies Matter about their mission and why it matters Mommies Matter provides an extension of pregnancy care services by journeying with single mothers through their pregnancies, the birth of their child, and beyond.  

Mommies Matter celebrates the courage of a single mom who chooses life for her unborn baby and realizes the many challenges of single motherhood. Mommies Matter believe firmly that life is better when we do it together, and they serve as a safe and nonjudgmental space to engage in authentic relationships with other single moms, supportive Allies, and others who are growing and learning right alongside one another. 

Join us at 7:15 PM in Hendricks Hall on Wednesday, October 26 to hear from Kindway! 

Everyone is invited to an evening of compelling testimonies full of inspiration and hope from those whose lives have been impacted by incarceration. Kindway exists to invest in the lives of those impacted by incarceration by empowering people, restoring hope, and honoring god​. 

This event will also offer a unique shopping experience by making Kindware available. Kindware is a variety of handcrafted gifts made by incarcerated women and men to support their incarcerated brothers and sisters as they transition to freedom. 

Save the Date: Advent by Candlelight

The eighth Advent by Candlelight will be held November 17^th, 2022, 6:30 pm in Hendricks Hall.

Walk with Family First as we seek to find the JOY in the Journey, find JOY in Him!

Advent by Candlelight is an evening for women to gather together and listen to an inspiring speaker and prepare our hearts and minds for the Advent and Christmas Season. Our theme this year is “JOY”.

Please consider inviting your friends to this special event and possibly hosting a table. Table hostess duties include: reserving a table for you and up to 6 guests, decorating your table and inviting your guests to bring wine, small appetizers and desserts to share at your table. If you are not able to host a table, no problem, invite a friend(s) and sit at one of our open tables!

Registration begins October 25^th, see the bulletin for more details.

Altar Server Training: Oct 23

All students in the 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 fifth the 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 October 23, 2022, Sunday afternoon in the Church from 2:00 pm until 3:00 pm.       Please register at the link below by October 14th, so we can be prepared to welcome you. For more information please contact Joe Feehan at stbrigidaltarservers@stbrigidofkildare.org.

Sunday, October 23, 2022 

St. Brigid of Kildare Church

St. Charles Open House

November 6th at 1:00 PM

Each fall, St. Charles hosts community-wide events for prospective families. Families can register to attend the Open House and hear directly from teachers, administrators, parents, and students about the St. Charles experience. 

Click here to RSVP.

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