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Alumni Mixer at Halftime Tavern - November 15 - 7:00 pm
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Calling all Bishop Watterson Alumni!
Please join us for an Alumni Mixer
Saturday, November 15, 2014 7:00 p.m.
Halftime Tavern
1532 Bethel Rd.
Columbus, OH 43235
Join us for free pizza and refreshments, and the opportunity
to socialize with alumni, friends, and parents from the
Bishop Watterson community.
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Fall Dinner Sponsored by Mothers' Club - November 12th
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Past, Present and Future Moms are invited to a Fall Dinner sponsored by the Mothers of Alums.
Wednesday, November 12, 2014
Brookside Country Club
2770 West Dublin Granville Road
Columbus, OH 43235
$35 per person
Social Hour: 6:00 p.m.
Dinner Hour: 7:00 p.m.
Click here for online registration form.http://www.bishopwatterson.com/community-and-involvement/mothers-club/fall-dinner
To print a pdf of the invitation, click here.
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1964 Football Team Reunion at
BWHS vs. DeSales Football Game
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This year we celebrated the 50th anniversary of the Bishop Watterson vs. St. Francis DeSales football game that resulted in an 8 - 8 tie. This is the only game in the history of this rivalry that resulted in a tie.
Football players from both teams were introduced prior to the BWHS vs. DeSales homecoming football game at Hagely Field on October 17th.
The BWHS football players in attendance from 1964 were:
Ray Bronning, Fritz Kaiser, Dave Monfort, Bob Curtin, Mike Boulware, John Snook, Dr. Jim Moses, Jim Shanahan, Dave Crites, Jerry Cox, Bill Scholl, Al Standish, and Kevin Ryan. Representing Jim Schultheis was Mary Margaret Schultheis and representing Jim O'Connor was Ruthie O'Connor. Father William DeVille was also on hand to celebrate.
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| Alumni Cheer on Their Alma Mater |
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Alumni Bobby Hogan, Brad Kernan, Brian DeLucia, Karen Partridge DeLucia, and Nicole Lorenz Kunk, all from the class of 2006 enjoy the BWHS vs. Cleveland Benedictine game.
John Bogue '14, Wesley Graham '14, and Brad McCurdy '11, return to their alma mater to watch the BWHS vs. DeSales football game.
Class of 1994 alums with Alumni Director Scott Manahan (center, back):
Denny Friermood, Spencer Bownas, Trevor Boyle, Brian Flanagan.
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Athletic Hall of Fame Nominations Due December 1st
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Do you know of someone who you would like to see in our Athletic Hall of Fame?
We are looking for candidates to consider for our upcoming classes. Please click here to learn more about criteria for nominating someone.
Questions? Contact Scott Manahan @ 268-8671 x239
Nominations must be submitted on the proper form and are due by December 1, 2014.
Click here for nomination form.
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| 2014 Athletic Hall of Fame Inductees Honored September 26-28 |
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Front Row: Principal Marian Hutson, Janet Baird, Paul Pardi, Meg Uritus Zimpfer, Mary Ellen Seidel O'Brien,
Second Row: Alumni Director Scott Manahan, Mike Hilliard, E. Michael Spiers, Sister Sally Duffy, and Daniel DeLucia.
 
  
Congratulations to the following eight individuals who distinguished themselves either on the field of play or through their dedication to the BWHS athletic program as a coach or administrator. The class of 2014 joined the 12 members of the inaugural class of 2013. They were honored at activities during the weekend of September 26 - 28.
Janet Baird '87
Field Hockey 1984-86
Field Hockey Coach 1997-present
Daniel DeLucia '03
Baseball 2000-03
Basketball 2000-03
Football 1999-02
Sister Sally Duffy
Girls' Basketball Coach 1968-75
Softball Coach 1968-75
Field Hockey Coach 1971-75
Track and Field Coach 1972-75
Mike Hilliard '67
Football 1963-66
Wrestling 1963-67
Paul Pardi
Announcer for BWHS Home Football Games
1958-present
Mary Ellen Seidel O'Brien '77
Basketball, Softball, Field Hockey,Track, and Tennis
1974-77
Msgr. Edward Spiers *post-humous
Built BWHS and three other Catholic High Schools in Columbus
First Principal of Bishop Watterson
Meg Uritus Zimpfer '94
Basketball 1990-94
Soccer 1990-93
The group was introduced at halftime of the BWHS vs. Cleveland Benedictine football game at Hagely Field on Friday, September 26.
A Mass was held at Immaculate Conception, followed by a Brunch and Induction Ceremony in Dominican Hall at Bishop Watterson. More than 170 guests were in attendance to honor our new Hall of Famers.
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Class of 1959: 50th Class Reunion
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The Class of 1959 met at Mozart's on Saturday, October 4th to celebrate their 55th class reunion. Approximately 50 guests were in attendance.
 
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We Need Your Help!
Looking for Volunteers to help on
November 5th at St. Lawrence Haven
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Joe Hill '63, Marri McGouldrick Petrucci '82, Mike Rea '62, Donna Paquette Swartz '77, and Theresa McEwan Robenalt '79, enjoy their time spent at St. Lawrence Haven. The Alumni Department is very thankful for their commitment to our service endeavor.
The Alumni Department continues to provide service at St. Lawrence Haven on the second Wednesday of every month. We volunteer from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. On October 8th, we prepared and packaged nearly 300 delicious meals.
St. Lawrence Haven is the St. Vincent de Paul-run sack lunch program. The Haven sits behind Holy Cross Church at the corner of Rich and Main streets downtown. Approximately 300 to 500 meals are served each day. St. Lawrence Haven really appreciates our monthly visits.
If you are interested in helping on November 5th, or at a future time, please email Terri Kernan at tkernan@cdeducation.org. We would love for you to join us!
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Field Hockey Celebration of Life Game
October 8, 2014
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A Celebration of Life Game honoring the legacies of Patti Passen '80 and Stephen Gussler (Thomas Worthington Baseball Coach) was held at the BWHS vs. Thomas Worthington field hockey game on October 8th.
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 More than 300 guests attended our annual Eagle Auction, which was held at Bishop Watterson on October 11th. "Field of Dreams" was the theme for this wonderful evening which featured a delicious dinner provided by Preston Catering,( Sue Preston '79), silent and live auctions, a raffle, and entertainment by The Navigators. Our guest of honor was Mr. John Mahaney. Proceeds from this event will support our locker room project. A very big thank you goes out to Mary Beth DeSantis and Jenny Woodford for co-chairing our Eagle Auction. They devoted many hours and a lot of energy into making this event a memorable one. Thank-you Mary Beth and Jenny! We also want to thank the chairpersons and volunteers of the various committees, and the many donors and attendees who supported the event. 
 
Top Photo: Marian Hutson honored John Mahaney for his many years of support to Bishop Watterson. Bottom left: Fr. Michael Watson '69, Lyssa Albarracin '89 Brown and David Brown '89. Bottom right: Lauren Fracasso '02 Steinbauer and Ryan Steinbauer '01. |
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 photo by Jackie Mikula '15
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National Merit Semifinalists
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Congratulations!
Five Bishop Watterson High School seniors have been named National Merit Semifinalists by the National Merit Scholarship Corporation for their exceptional academic ability and potential for success in rigorous college studies. The students are, left to right, seated: Olivia Britt (St. Brendan), Sophia Wible (St. Brigid); standing: Maria Jeric (St. Brigid), Bridget Geyer (St. Brendan), and Gino Dettorre (Our Lady of Peace).
Approximately 16,000 Semifinalists were announced, based upon their scores on the 2013 Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test (PSAT/NMSQT). These academically talented seniors have an opportunity to continue in the competition for some 7,500 National Merit Scholarships worth about $33 million that will be offered next spring
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 Two Bishop Watterson High School seniors have been named Commended Scholars by the National Merit Scholarship Corporation based on their scores on the 2013 Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test (PSAT/NMSQT).
Pictured left to right: Gabby Bouchard (St. Agatha) and Samantha Toscano (St. Michael School/St. Joan of Arc parish). Congratulations!
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| Msgr. Spiers Service Awards 2014
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 Four Bishop Watterson High School students have been honored with the 2014 Monsignor Spiers Service Awards. Left to right--Ashleigh Denny, Jenna Durham, Maggie Belcher, Jordyn Brobst.
For more information about their service to the community, click here.
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 Homecoming Court, front row: left to right--Lauren Marchese, Hunter Spencer, Marissa Wierzbicki, Danny Neutzling; back row: Mary Rose Finneran, Joey Myers, Ellie Wood, John Pirrmann, Taylor Woodford, Elliot Taylor. Mary Rose Finneran was named Homecoming Queen and Danny Neutzling was named Homecoming King at the Homecoming Dance.
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| Golf Team is State Runner-Up |
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The boys golf team was the Division II runner-up for the state of Ohio! Senior David Shepherd finished 9th individually. Congratulations to Coach Olin Melaragno and the team! Go Eagles!
Left to right: Peter Hackett, Nick DiCello, Nick Naderhoff, David Shepherd, Philip Campisi and Brian Sapp.
Columbus Dispatch coverage included a great photo of David Shepherd attaching the golf club to the trophy. Click here.
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| 2014 Homecoming Hall of Fame Honorees |
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Homecoming Hall of Fame Inductees for 2014 were Steve Dew, left, and Joe Emsweller. They were honored at a school assembly and at halftime of the homecoming football game vs. St. Francis DeSales.
We are grateful to Steve and Joe for their service to the Bishop Watterson community!
Click here for more information about our honorees.
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| BWHS Alumni Association Board Members |
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Left to right -- Front row: Jonathan Fortkamp, Steve Devlin, David Stein, Mark Flanagan, Carolyn Ritchey Hayzlett;
Second row: Emily Manahan, Msgr. John Cody, Leo Grimes, Ann Campbell, Chris Weisner, Shawn O'Reilly
(not pictured): E. J. Davis, Phyllis Cautela-Dennis, Barb Good Fortkamp, and Carol Stewart
Officers
President - David Stein '92
Vice President - Leo Grimes '73
Secretary - Steve Devlin '96
Advisory Position - Shawn O'Reilly '88
Chaplain - Rev. Msgr. John Cody '64
Alumni Director - Scott Manahan
Alumni Assistant - Terri Kernan
Board Members
E. J. Davis '75
Phyllis Cautela-Dennis '63
Barb Good Fortkamp '89
Jonathan Fortkamp '88
Mark Flanagan '97
Chris Weisner '03
Anne Flood Campbell '80
Carolyn Ritchey Hayzlett '92
Emily Manahan '08
Carol Stewart '64
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November 12, 2014 6 p.m.
Fall Dinner
Brookside Country Club
November 15, 2014 7 p.m.
Alumni Mixer
Halftime Tavern
December 1, 2015
Athletic Hall of Fame
Nomination forms due
December 21, 2014 12 p.m.
Shay Alumni Basketball
Tournament
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Planning a Class Reunion in 2014 or 2015?
Let us know! We would be happy to assist you in any way that we can. Please email Terri Kernan at tkernan@cdeducation.org
or call (614) 268-8671 x326
If you have any photos from
your reunions, please send to
Terri so that we can share!
CLASS of 1999
15th Reunion
Friday, 11/28/14
7:00 pm
Halftime Tavern
Free admission.
Food and drinks available
for purchase.
Contact:
Cary DeLuca Gershutz
carygerschutz@gmail.com
CLASS OF 1965
50th Reunion
Friday, 8/21/15
3 - 6 p.m.
American Legion
700 Morning St.
Worthington, OH 43085
6-8 p.m.
BWHS Dominican Hall
9:00 p.m.-?
Spuds on Henderson
Saturday, 8/22/15
6:00 p.m. - ?
Worthington Hills
Country Club
Dinner and Dancing
Contact: Tom Eshelman at
(614) 262-1747 or
eshietwo@wowway.com
http://www.bishopwatterson
65.com/class_index.cfm
CLASS of 1970
45th Reunion
Contact:
Patrick "Cousy" Kane
(614) 332-3187 or facebook
or cousy7@hotmail.com
CLASS of 2005
10th Reunion
Contact:
Corey Shubitowski Barrett
at cshubitowski@gmail.com
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Alumni Association
Meeting
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November 19, 2014
7:00 p.m.
in Dominican Hall at BWHS
(entrance is on Foster Street)
Our BWHS Alumni Association Board meets once per month to discuss upcoming events and activities. All Alumni are invited to attend. Pizza and refreshments are served. If you would like to join us on November 19th or at a future date, please let us know. Email Terri Kernan at tkernan@cdeducation.org.
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Gather your team for our annual Shay Alumni Basketball Tournament on December 21, 2014. Details and registration coming soon.
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Have you updated your information with BWHS lately?
Click here to do that today!
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| Looking for Alumni Career Speakers |
We are compiling a list of Watterson Alumni who might be willing to speak to BWHS students regarding the career that they have chosen. If you are interested, please contact the Alumni Department at (614) 268-8671 x329 or tkernan@cdeducation.org.
In addition, Financial Literacy teacher John Roberts is looking for speakers in the following areas:
- real estate
- income tax
- stock investments
- insurance
- financial planning
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We encourage our community to know our Bishop Watterson 101 facts so that when an acquaintance,  friend or
co-worker is curious or has heard something about BWHS you can accurately represent the school!
This Week's 101
Bishop Watterson offers 161 courses, from the arts through world languages. We want our students to excel and one way to do that is to offer courses that meet their needs and abilities as well as their interests! Take a look at our curriculum guide by clicking here.
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Open House
November 23, 2014
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 You know the value of a Bishop Watterson education! We ask that you encourage friends who might be deciding on high school for their children to visit our Open House.
November 23, 2014
1:00-3:30 p.m.
For more information, click here.
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 Student Council sold shirts to honor teacher Mike Crisp who passed away this summer. Students wore the shirts to school on October 24 and made the student theme ORANGE for the varsity football game at St. Charles that night which the Eagles won 24-7. Orange is the color associated with kidney cancer, which Mike fought. |
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The Eagle Store, run by the BWHS Business Department, offers fun gear for all! Proceeds from our pink items will go to breast cancer research.
For our out-of-town alumni interested in placing an order, feel free to email Sheri Cook at scook@cdeducation.org.
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 The Spring 2014 Eagle Review is online. Click here to read the latest news!
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