Congratulations to Bishop Ward Senior Aliana Rodriguez, who was a featured speaker October 26 at #CEFKS Gaudeamus 2019, the major annual fundraiser for the Catholic Education Foundation. The event raised more than $1,979,000 for scholarships to Catholic schools, including Bishop Ward and our feeder grade schools. Way to go, Ali!
Open House
Sunday, October 27 11:00am-3:00pm
Mass will be held at 11:00 AM, followed by fun activities and snacks. Meet some of the Bishop Ward family including teachers, coaches, and current students!
Contact Mrs. Karina Martinez at 913.371.6814 or kmartinez@wardhigh.org.
National Principal's Month - This year NHS is celebrating Dr. Olson with a weekly gift to show our thanks and appreciation for her hard work and dedication to Bishop Ward students, families, and staff. The second week of October the 2019-2020 NHS Officers and members gave Dr. Olson a loaf of bread from Ibis bakery.
Mr. Heying and Dr. Saatcioglu took 13 students to the Biotech Lab at the KU Edwards Campus. Students worked with Dr. Treml and Dr. Logan using biological systems to solve a scientific challenge. Students learned about careers in Biotechnology and how work in laboratories can positively impact our society.
Congratulations to the Bishop Ward Cross Country Teams. The boys took 1st place and girls took 2nd place at the WYCO Invitational
Cyclones top runners:
4th Eddie Grayson
6th Juan Marron
7th Enrique De La Torre
2nd Vanesa Otero
5th Anna Jones
Varsity Volleyball Team won the WYCO Tournament today. Only lost one set the whole day, back to back WYCO CHAMPS!!defeated Turner, Sumner, Harmon, and Wyandotte. WAY TO GO CYCLONES!!!
BWHS Drama Club was invited to attend a special viewing of the Broadway musical “Into the Woods” at KCKCC! Bravo!!!
Bishop Ward senior Margarita Gonzalez received a National Catholic Education Association Seton Scholarship the evening of Monday, October 6, at the Gaylord National Resort in National Harbor, MD, just outside Washington, DC.
Bob and Amy Dunn of the Dunn Family Foundation and J E. Dunn Construction were there as well as the family and their Foundation were honored for their exemplary generosity and commitment to Catholic education.
National Principal's Month - This year NHS is celebrating Dr. Olson with a weekly gift to show our thanks and appreciation for her hard work and dedication to Bishop Ward students, families, and staff. The first week of October the 2019-2020 NHS Officers and members gave Dr. Olson a bouquet of flowers and handwritten notes of gratitude.
Our sincerest thanks to Lamar Hunt Jr. for speaking to our students yesterday as part of our Portfolio Speakers Series! He spoke on working hard with integrity and never giving up.
Students and families experienced the University of Kansas this weekend and learned about financial aid, the application process, and what it means to be a Jayhawk!
Contact Ms. Kelly (mkkelly@wardhigh.org) if your family wants to attend one of our college campus visits this fall.
Students and families experienced the University of Kansas this weekend and learned about financial aid, the application process, and what it means to be a Jayhawk!
Contact Ms. Kelly (mkkelly@wardhigh.org) if your family wants to attend one of our college campus visits this fall.
For Hispanic Heritage month, please join the Academy of Finance and Bishop Ward High School community in helping Hispanic students at Bishop Ward to accomplish their goals after graduating high school. Through the Hispanic Development Fund Scholarship's "Cambio Para Cambio" program, not only can Ward Hispanic graduates be able to attend and graduate from college, but they also will be on the path to help make lasting change for their families as well as the Wyandotte County community.
https://hdfkc.networkforgood.com/projects/80722-bishop-ward-s-fundraiser
So many great moments from HomeWARD Bound - Auction and Cyclone Night! Stay tuned for more pictures, and a full breakdown of the night and how much you raised for the Student Scholarship Fund and the FUND-A-NEED!
Today is the day! It's not too late to join us for HomeWARD Bound - Auction & Cyclone Night. Tickets are $40 at the door. Enjoy an all-you-can-eat Italian meal, open bar, a chance to bid on some great live and silent auction items!
Our first digital edition of the Parent Newsletter for October and November is available for download here:
https://5il.co/ah06
You can have student's pick up a hard-copy in the office if you'd prefer!
Due to the potential forecast of very severe weather tomorrow, Friday, September 27, the Varsity Football game time has been moved to 5:00p.m. (originally 7:00p.m.). The game will still be played at home, at Dorney Field, against Jefferson West High School. Gates open at 4:00pm.
Cyclone Youth Volleyball Night!
Monday, October 7, 2019
Join us for the Bishop Ward vs. Notre Dame de Sion game. We will recognize all of our Youth Volleyball guests at the end of the Senior Night ceremony!
More info: https://5il.co/afkv
Seniors and families, the Free Application for Federal Financial Aid (FAFSA) opens on October 1st! Come complete your application on October 8th at Ward. Contact Ms. Kelly, college and career adviser, with questions and for additional assistance.
HomeWARD Bound - Auction & Cyclone Night is this weekend! Tickets are available online until 3:00pm CST on Thursday, September 26, or you can purchase your ticket for $40 at the door.
http://wardhigh.org/homeWARDbound
