Daily Announcements

Daily announcements will be listed here each morning that school is in session. Please check this page often for important information.

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October 30

  • Saints for Life would like to thank all those who participated in the Pro-Life pumpkin decorating contest.  Here are our top three winners!
    3rd place - Adelaide Bonar  2nd place - Benjamin Augustyniak  1st place - Celine Hilger These three students need to stop by room 218 after school today to see Ms. Wolf.  Congratulations!
  • Key Club’s November meeting will be Monday, November 2nd. The meeting will begin at 7:25 in the cafeteria. If you are unable to attend the meeting or have any questions you can see Mrs. Horne in Guidance.
  • Attention AP Students:
    If you are currently in an Advanced Placement (AP) course, the fees for your exam(s) are due on Monday, November 2.  If you need to know how much you owe, please stop by the guidance office to see Mrs. Stefanek. Fees should be paid to Mrs. Stefanek by Monday, November 2. 
  • Philomena's Friends will meet next Tuesday, November 3rd after school in the Library.

October 29

  • Friday will be a $1 Dress Down Day! Donations will go to A Mother's Hope. Bring your donations to 2nd period on Friday and wear your black and orange to celebrate. Students No Costumes!
  • Attention AP Students:
    If you are currently in an Advanced Placement (AP) course, the fees for your exam(s) are due on Monday, November 2.  If you need to know how much you owe, please stop by the guidance office to see Mrs. Stefanek. Fees should be paid to Mrs. Stefank by Monday, November 2. 
  • Book club will meet after school in the library.  Make sure you sign up on the Canvas announcement.
  • French Club will meet after school in Mrs. Foltz's room 219.  We will be cheese tasting.  Any student is welcome even if you are not taking French or have not attended in the past.  This is a great opportunity to taste the different types of cheese that are so important in France.  See you there!
  • Key Club’s November meeting will be Monday, November 2nd. The meeting will begin at 7:25 in the cafeteria. If you are unable to attend the meeting or have any questions you can see Mrs. Horne in Guidance.

October 28

  • The Saints for Life Best Pro-Life Pumpkin contest has been extended one more day.  
    Whether you’re a master pumpkin carver, a painting pro, or just have a really creative idea, this is your chance to turn a pumpkin into a pro-life masterpiece AND win!  Prizes will be awarded to 1st - $25 gift card, 2nd - $15 gift card, 3rd - $10 gift card. How to enter: 1. Carve, paint, or decorate your pumpkin with a pro-life theme.   2. Snap a clear picture of your finished product.  3. Submit your picture to Ms. Wolf in Pastoral Ministry by 9am Wednesday, October 28th.  Voting will take place from noon on Thursday the 29th through noon on Friday the 30th. The winners will be announced during the afternoon announcements on Friday, October 30th. Thank you for helping to promote a culture of LIFE, and good luck! 
  • Discipleship Club will meet tomorrow morning at 7:20 in the library!
  • Attention AP Students:
    If you are currently in an Advanced Placement (AP) course, the fees for your exam(s) are due on Monday, November 2.  If you need to know how much you owe, please stop by the guidance office to see Mrs. Stefanek. Fees should be paid to Mrs. Stefank by Monday, November 2. 
  • Book club will meet Thursday after school in the library.  Make sure you sign up on the Canvas announcement.
  • French Club will have the next meeting on Thursday after school in Mrs. Foltz's room 219.  We will be cheese tasting.  Any student is welcome even if you are not taking French or have not attended in the past.  This is a great opportunity to taste the different types of cheese that are so important in France.  See you there!
  • Key Club’s November meeting will be next Monday, November 2nd. The meeting will begin at 7:25 in the cafeteria. If you are unable to attend the meeting or have any questions you can see Mrs. Horne in Guidance.

October 27

  • Euell Wilson tutors... If you are planning on attending Euell Wilson tutoring today make sure you are signed up on the Mobile Serve app.... do it RIGHT NOW.  We have limited space for our trip today and need to make sure we have accurate counts.  Meet at the Mary grotto after school to sign in BEFORE you get on the bus.
  • Book club will meet Thursday after school in the library.  Make sure you sign up on the Canvas announcement.
  • Philomena's Friends will meet NEXT Tuesday, November 3rd after school.  There will NOT be a meeting this week.  But if you need help on your starter project - stop in and see Mrs. Pierson.
  • Seniors interested in work based learning for 2nd semester, applications are due by Dec 1st   
    Please see Mrs. Weadock  to pick up the application.
  • French Club will have the next meeting on Thursday after school in Mrs. Foltz's room 219.  We will be cheese tasting.  Any student is welcome even if you are not taking French or have not attended in the past.  This is a great opportunity to taste the different types of cheese that are so important in France.  See you there!
  • Key Club’s November meeting will be next Monday, November 2nd. The meeting will begin at 7:25 in the cafeteria. If you are unable to attend the meeting or have any questions you can see Mrs. Horne in Guidance.

October 26

  • Philomena's Friends will meet NEXT Tuesday, November 3rd after school.  There will NOT be a meeting this week.  But if you need help on your starter project - stop in and see Mrs. Pierson.
  • Attention all Spell Bowl team members!  Mr. Spy needs all team members to attend tomorrow's practice at 730 in room 204.
  • The Baking Saints will have a Big Bake on today from 3:15-5:30 pm.  Please sign up in our Canvas page link to participate. The cookies from this bake will go to the Euell Wilson students that our BD tutors help. See you on after school!
  • Halloween is almost here, and Saints for Life wants to see our BD Saints’ BEST PRO-LIFE PUMPKIN!
    Whether you’re a master pumpkin carver, a painting pro, or just have a really creative idea, this is your chance to turn a pumpkin into a pro-life masterpiece AND win!  Prizes will be awarded to 1st, 2nd and 3rd place. How to enter: 1. Carve, paint, or decorate your pumpkin with a pro-life theme.   2. Snap a clear picture of your finished product.  3. Submit your picture to Ms. Wolf in Pastoral Ministry by 9am Wednesday, October 28th.  Voting will take place from noon on Wednesday the 28th through noon on Friday the 30th. The winners will be announced during the afternoon announcements on Friday, October 30th. Thank you for helping to promote a culture of LIFE, and good luck

October 23

  • Any student planning on attending the Sectional Football game at North Side Tonight must have their student id with them to enter the game.
  • There will be a Big Bake on Monday, October 26, 2026 from 3:15-5:30 pm.  Please sign up in our Canvas page link to participate. The cookies from this bake will go to the Euell Wilson students that our BD tutors help. See you on Monday!
  • Halloween is almost here, and Saints for Life wants to see our BD Saints’ BEST PRO-LIFE PUMPKIN!
    Whether you’re a master pumpkin carver, a painting pro, or just have a really creative idea, this is your chance to turn a pumpkin into a pro-life masterpiece AND win!  Prizes will be awarded to 1st, 2nd and 3rd place. How to enter: 1. Carve, paint, or decorate your pumpkin with a pro-life theme.   2. Snap a clear picture of your finished product.  3. Submit your picture to Ms. Wolf in Pastoral Ministry by 9am Wednesday, October 28th.  Voting will take place from noon on Wednesday the 28th through noon on Friday the 30th. The winners will be announced during the afternoon announcements on Friday, October 30th. Thank you for helping to promote a culture of LIFE, and good luck! 
  • You won't want to miss this! Saturday at 7PM, doors open at 6:30PM. Students are only $5! Check with your English teachers for extra credit! 
    Support this great group of 37 BD students as they present this year's fall play Shuddersome: Tales of Poe. A spine-chilling stage adaptation of Poe's dark, eerie, and macabre tales though rhythmic dialogue and vivid physical theater.

October 15

  • There will not be a Mass offered after school today.
  • Attention Seniors,

    The early action and priority college application deadline of November 1 is approaching quickly. Your school counselors are hosting two help sessions on Wednesday, October 21 at 8:15 and 3:10 to assist you with meeting this deadline. If you need help with direct to institution applications, the Common Application, and/or requesting your transcript through Naviance, please plan to stop by the guidance office during one of the help sessions. Please bring your charged laptop with you.
  • There will be a call out meeting on Wednesday, October 21st for the Winter Drum Line. Please attend the call out meeting 6:00pm – 7:00pm in the band.  We also need you to sign-up outside the band room at room # 160. Do not miss this opportunity of joining a group that has been a state finalist multiple times within the past 10 years. We would like to see you on Wednesday, October 21st!
  • There will also be a call out meeting for the BDHS Winter Guard on Tuesday, October 20th in the band room at 6pm. No experience is needed. We will teach you.  Don’t miss out on joining this state finalist group!  Please sign up outside the band room at room #160.

October 14

  • There will be a call out meeting on Wednesday, October 21st for the Winter Drum Line. Please attend the call out meeting 6:00pm – 7:00pm in the band.  We also need you to sign-up outside the band room at room # 160. Do not miss this opportunity of joining a group that has been a state finalist multiple times within the past 10 years. We would like to see you on Wednesday, October 21st!
  • There will also be a call out meeting for the BDHS Winter Guard on Tuesday, October 20th in the band room at 6pm. No experience is needed. We will teach you.  Don’t miss out on joining this state finalist group!  Please sign up outside the band room at room #160.

October 13

  • All those who have signed up to help at the Mass with Bishop Rhoades at the Coliseum - please turn in permission forms by Wednesday to Mr. Garrett in Pastoral Ministry.
  • Attention BDHS Students, you are welcome to attend the call out meeting for the BDHS Winter Guard on Tuesday, October 20th in the band room at 6pm. No experience is needed. We will teach you.
    Don’t miss out on joining this state finalist group! See you on Tuesday, October 20th. You can also sign up outside the band room at room #160.
  • We have a call out meeting for Monday, October 12th for the Winter Drum Line. Please attend the call out meeting 3:30pm-4:30pm in the band. We also need you to sign-up outside the band room at room # 160. Do not miss this opportunity of joining a group that has state finalist multiple times within the past 10 years. We would like to see you on Monday, October 12th!
  • Attention all Freshman, Sophomores and Juniors. This is extremely important information. Tomorrow is the PSAT, there will be NO delay. When you arrive at school you may go to your locker as usual to put all your belongings away then report to your assigned testing room. If you are unsure of your testing room please check the testing room assignments hanging up throughout the building or with your English Teacher. Remember Your laptop must be fully charged and updated. Don’t forget your laptop charger and clear disposable water bottle if you would like one. You may not have anything else with you when you report to your assigned classroom for testing. You should be in your assigned testing classroom no later than 7:55. If you have any questions, please ask the Guidance Office.

October 12

  • All those who have signed up to help at the Mass with Bishop Rhoades at the Coliseum - please turn in permission forms by Wednesday to Mr. Garrett in Pastoral Ministry.
  • Philomena's Friends will meet tomorrow in the Library after school.
  • The next Women's Empowerment Meeting will be tomorrow, October 13th at 7:25am in Mr. VanRyn's room.  Everyone bring a friend!  ALL are welcome!!
  • Attention BDHS Students, you are welcome to attend the call out meeting for the BDHS Winter Guard on Tuesday, October 20th in the band room at 6pm. No experience is needed. We will teach you.
    Don’t miss out on joining this state finalist group! See you on Tuesday, October 20th. You can also sign up outside the band room at room #160.
  • We have a call out meeting for Monday, October 12th for the Winter Drum Line. Please attend the call out meeting 3:30pm-4:30pm in the band. We also need you to sign-up outside the band room at room # 160. Do not miss this opportunity of joining a group that has state finalist multiple times within the past 10 years. We would like to see you on Monday, October 12th!

October 9

  • Philomena's Friends will meet next Tuesday, October 14 in the Library at 3:10pm.  Please bring your supplies if you have them.  If you missed the call out meeting, please feel free to come  and join us.  All are welcome - no experience needed - we will teach you how to knit or crochet!
  • Attention:  Juniors and Seniors:
    Only two weeks left of college visits here at Bishop Dwenger. The colleges visiting next week are:    ST. FRANCIS  Monday 10/12  3rd period,  PFW  Tuesday 10/13  2nd period and  HILLSDALE COLLEGE  Thursday 10/15 7th period.    Let Mrs. Stefanek in the Guidance office know if you have any questions. 
  • Attention BDHS Students, you are welcome to attend the call out meeting for the BDHS Winter Guard on Tuesday, October 20th in the band room at 6pm. No experience is needed. We will teach you.
    Don’t miss out on joining this state finalist group! See you on Tuesday, October 20th. You can also sign up outside the band room at room #160.
  • We have a call out meeting for Monday, October 12th for the Winter Drum Line. Please attend the call out meeting 3:30pm-4:30pm in the band.
    We also need you to sign-up outside the band room at room # 160. Do not miss this opportunity of joining a group that has state finalist multiple times within the past 10 years. We would like to see you on Monday, October 12th!

October 7

  • SENIORS:  Jostens will be here Thursday, October 8 in the SAC Lobby for you to pick up your orders for caps, gowns, and any other items you may have purchased.  Stop by the lobby during your lunch to pick it all up.
  • Any student signed up to go on the FBLA Pacer's field trip - please see Mrs. Lewis to get your permission slip.  Please stop by room 113.
  • Attention BDHS Medical Club: Our next meeting will be tomorrow at 7AM before school in the library. We will be practicing visual screenings and eye exams in preparation for our community outreach at the Open House on Tuesday, October 20th.
  • Swim evaluations will begin today from 4-5 p.m. at HPB.  All swimmers that are new to the team need to attend at least 2 dates.   Please see Coach Weadock with any questions

October 6

  • Any student signed up to go on the FBLA Pacer's field trip - please see Mrs. Lewis to get your permission slip.  Please stop by room 113.
  • Attention BDHS Medical Club: Our next meeting will be on Thursday, October 8th, at 7AM before school in the library. We will be practicing visual screenings and eye exams in preparation for our community outreach at the Open House on Tuesday, October 20th.
  • Swim evaluations will be on Oct 7th, 14th, 19th and 21st from 4-5 p.m. at HPB.  All swimmers that are new to the team need to attend at least 2 dates.   Please see Coach Weadock with any questions

October 5

  • The library will be closed after school today and before school tomorrow. Please plan accordingly.
  • Attention Spell Bowl Team members!  There are no virtual competitions this week.  We are on a normal practice schedule this week;  Tuesday 730 in Mr. Spy's room and Thursday 730 in Mrs. Pflueger's room.  See you there!
  • Attention all juniors or seniors who were invited to apply for NHS:
    You MUST attend an informational meeting in the library either after school on Monday (today) or promptly starting at 7:15 on Tuesday morning.  Bring your computers.  Remember admittance to NHS is also based on being responsible and meeting the required deadlines.
  • Attention BDHS Medical Club: Our next meeting will be on Thursday, October 8th, at 7AM before school in the library. We will be practicing visual screenings and eye exams in preparation for our community outreach at the Open House on Tuesday, October 20th.
  • Swim evaluations will be on Oct 7th, 14th, 19th and 21st from 4-5 p.m. at HPB.  All swimmers that are new to the team need to attend at least 2 dates.   Please see Coach Weadock with any questions.
  • The Philosophy Club will meet on Tuesday, October 6 at 3:10 p.m. in Room 111.  Please bring an object of beauty, be it art, music, or poetry.

October 2nd

  • Key Club’s October meeting will be next Monday, October 5th. The meeting will begin at 7:25 in the cafeteria. All are still welcome to join and if you are unable to attend the meeting or have any questions you can see Mrs. Horne in Guidance.
  • Swim evaluations will be on Oct 7th, 14th, 19th and 21st from 4-5 p.m. at HPB.  All new to the team swimmers need to attend at least 2 dates.   Please see Coach Weadock with any questions.
  • The Philosophy Club will meet on Tuesday, October 6 at 3:10 p.m. in Room 111.  Please bring an object of beauty, be it art, music, or poetry.
    We will vote on the most beautiful object and the person with the highest number of votes will receive something beautiful in return.

October 1st

  • Student council will have their monthly meeting Friday at 7:20 AM in room 233. If you’re interested in joining student council, you are welcome to attend.
  • Attention:  Praise and Worship team members, we will be meeting tomorrow morning at 7:15 in the choir room to practice. Please message Elizabeth Moran if you have any questions. 
  • Just a reminder: NHS invitation letters were handed out Monday to all junior and senior students who have qualifying GPAs.
    The next step is to complete the Intention to Apply form by this Friday, October 2. This form must be completed by ALL students who intend to apply. Students who are applying must also attend one mandatory application meeting. The meeting options are:If you have any questions, please see Mrs. Potter or Mrs. McTague.
  • Monday, October 5, immediately after school in the library
  • Tuesday, October 6, at 7:15 a.m. sharp in the library
  • Key Club’s October meeting will be next Monday, October 5th. The meeting will begin at 7:25 in the cafeteria. All are still welcome to join and if you are unable to attend the meeting or have any questions you can see Mrs. Horne in Guidance.
  • Swim evaluations will be on Oct 7th, 14th, 19th and 21st from 4-5 p.m. at HPB.  All new to the team swimmers need to attend at least 2 dates.   Please see Coach Weadock with any questions.
  • The Philosophy Club will meet on Tuesday, October 6 at 3:10 p.m. in Room 111.  Please bring an object of beauty, be it art, music, or poetry.
    We will vote on the most beautiful object and the person with the highest number of votes will receive something beautiful in return.