🌟 Someone You Should Know! 🌟 We couldn’t be more proud of our very own St. Mary Elementary School Counselor, Kelsi Buckmiller! 💙 Not only does she make a difference in the lives of our students every day, but she has also written a book to help families prepare their little ones for one of life’s biggest milestones: starting kindergarten! 📚✏️ Her book, Kindergarten Prep, was recently featured by Dakota News Now in their “Someone You Should Know” series! We are so grateful for the heart, wisdom, and care she brings to our school community—and now she’s sharing that same passion with families beyond St. Mary. ❤️ Congratulations, Kelsi, on this well-deserved recognition! We are so lucky to have you as part of our Knights family! 👏 👉 Check out her feature on Dakota News Now: https://www.dakotanewsnow.com/2026/08/26/someone-you-should-know-school-counselor-writes-kindergarten-prep/

🏈📣 Calling all K-6 Knights! TODAY IS THE LAST DAY to register for the Bob Burns Dakota Bowl XLVIII Football & Cheer Camps 💙⚔️

📅 Friday, September 11, 2026
🕕 6:00–7:30 PM (check-in starts at 5:30 PM)
📍 O'Gorman High School / McEneaney Field

🗓 Register by TODAY, August 26 to guarantee your shirt size! Walk-ups welcome!
🔗 https://gobound.com/sd/schools/ogorman/camps

💼 Make Your Labor Day Weekend Purchases Count! 💼

Whether you’re traveling, grilling, shopping sales, or preparing for fall, our gift cards help you earn while you shop! 🍂

🛍️ Perfect for:
🍔 Cookout essentials
⛽ Gas stations & travel
🏡 Home improvement projects
🛒 Back-to-school & fall shopping
🍽️ Restaurants & family outings

50% Back to the School: Half of your rebate goes directly to Bishop O'Gorman Catholic Schools to enhance educational programs, facilities, and resources.

50% Towards Tuition: The remaining 50% of the earned rebate can be applied to your students’ tuition for the current school year!

Find out more here: https://www.ogknights.org/page/gift-card-program

⏳ The clock is ticking and the clays aren't waiting.

Time is running out to register for the 2026 Sporting Clays Shoot! September 1, 2026. Round up your crew, grab your spot, and get ready to shoot for something that matters.

Last day to register is August 25th! This is your warning shot. 🎯

🔗 http://weblink.donorperfect.com/sporting-clays-shoot — register NOW before your spot gets smoked.

🏈📣 Calling all K-6 Knights! You have ONE WEEK LEFT to register!

Join us for the Bob Burns Dakota Bowl XLVIII Football & Cheer Camps — an unforgettable night of fun, learning, and Knight spirit! 💙⚔️

📅 Friday, September 11, 2026
🕕 6:00–7:30 PM (check-in starts at 5:30 PM)
📍 O'Gorman High School / McEneaney Field

🗓 Register by Wednesday, August 26 to guarantee your shirt size! Walk-ups welcome!
🔗 https://gobound.com/sd/schools/ogorman/camps

At our back to school system-wide in-service, we celebrated an incredible group within our Bishop O’Gorman Catholic Schools family—our staff members who are also proud alumni!

From once walking these halls as students to now serving, teaching, leading, and inspiring the next generation, these alumni are a beautiful example of what it means to live out our mission and give back to the community that helped shape them.

We are grateful they chose to come home and continue the legacy. Welcome back, Knights! ⚔️

🫖 Save the date for a beautiful afternoon supporting the PES Sisters! 💜

The Under Her Mantle Mother & Daughter Tea Party is coming up on Sunday, September 13 from 1:00–3:00 PM! This special fundraising event brings mothers and daughters together while supporting the mission of the Pro Ecclesia Sancta Sisters who help our students grow in their faith throughout the school year!

✨ Registration opens Wednesday, August 19 at 6:00 PM!

Learn more and register here:
https://sisters.pes-usa.org/mother-daughterteaparty

🎉 Celebrating Excellence in Education! 🎉

We are proud to honor our 2026 Teachers of Excellence recipients — dedicated educators who inspire hearts, ignite curiosity, and guide our students to reach their God-given potential each and every day. 🌟
Please join us in celebrating this year’s honorees:

🌟 Ali Ohayon — World Language/Business Teacher, O'Gorman Junior High
🌟 Charles Stai — 2nd Grade Teacher, St. Michael Elementary
🌟 Christen Riedel — 5th Grade Teacher, St. Katharine Drexel Elementary
🌟 Kelly Berg — 6th Grade Teacher, St. Mary Elementary
🌟 Stephanie Genschorck — Preschool Teacher, St. Michael Elementary
🌟 Jerri Birger — Academic Services Coordinator, St. Katharine Drexel Elementary
🌟 Miranda Theesen — Academic Services Coordinator, Holy Spirit Elementary
🌟 Derek Robey — Social Science Teacher, O'Gorman Junior High
🌟 Nicole Martin — 2nd Grade Teacher, St. Katharine Drexel Elementary
🌟 Rachael Edwards — 3rd Grade Teacher, St. Michael Elementary

📸 Swipe through to meet our 2026 Teacher of Excellence recipients and help us congratulate them on this well-deserved recognition! We are grateful for the passion, faith, and commitment they bring to our students, families, and school community. 💙📚

Congratulations! 🎉

🔥 PRE-SALE ENDS TOMORROW - AUGUST 13! 🏈

GET YOUR OFFICIAL BOB BURNS DAKOTA BOWL XLVIII SHIRT PRE-ORDERED TODAY!

🎟️ Limited quantities will be available on site!

Order yours today! americaninkllc.chipply.com/DakotaBowl

Congratulations Lexeigh! 🥳 And a big thank you to all the new families that sent us photos of your kiddos with their new pennants! We have truly enjoyed seeing everyone this week and can't wait to watch our students grow!

💙💛 If you know of anyone who would love to be a part of our Bishop O'Gorman Catholic School community, we would love to have them reach out to our admissions team! admissions@ogknights.org 💙💛

🏌️ Don't drop the ball on this one.

Your best drive of the day might just be the one that gets your team registered.

📅 Friday, August 28
📍 Spring Creek Golf Course

⏳ Foursomes are filling fast!

👇 Tag the golfer who's always the last one to commit and tell them it's time to lock in your team.

🔗 Register here: https://oggolfclassic2026.auctria.events/

🎉 Here's the second round of some of our new Knights showing off their school spirit! 💙 It is SO MUCH FUN seeing your smiling faces with your Knights pennants. Go Knights!!

Send this to your favorite Knight 💙⚔️🏈📣
See you at the Bob Burns Dakota Bowl XLVIII https://www.ogknights.org/dakota-bowl

The countdown is ON for the Bob Burns Dakota Bowl XLVIII — and we need YOU to help make it unforgettable! Join us September 11–12 at McEneaney Field as the Knights take on the Harrisburg Tigers under the Friday night lights. Whether your kids are attending the camps or you're just looking to be part of the action, there’s a spot for everyone. Volunteer during the camps, tailgate, or game day — and get early access to tailgate spots just for helping out! Bring a friend, grab a shift (or two!), and be part of the behind-the-scenes magic that makes Dakota Bowl legendary. All volunteers receive a FREE game ticket as a thank you!

👇 Click the button below to see all volunteer opportunities and sign up today! https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0C4BAEA729A1FBCE9-58790530-dakota

📖 August/September: Faith, Hope & Love

This year begins with the foundation of the theological virtues: faith, hope, and love.

Faith helps us trust in God’s plan. Hope gives us confidence in His promises. Love calls us to serve God and others with generous hearts.

As we start a new school year, may these virtues guide our words, actions, and relationships each day. ❤️

🎉 Bob Burns Dakota Bowl XLVIII TAILGATE TICKETS on sale NOW! https://www.gobound.com/sd/schools/ogorman/tickets

See you there!

🎉 Join Us for the Bob Burns Dakota Bowl XLVIII Tailgate! 🎉

Tailgate passes go on sale TOMORROW - Tuesday, August 4! Gather your friends, fire up the grills, and help us kick off this beloved OGHS tradition.

🗓 Tailgate Day: Saturday, September 12
🕐 Tailgate Lot Opens: 1:00 PM
📍 Location: North side of OGHS – Enter from 37th Street

Watch the website for the link to go live tomorrow! >> https://www.ogknights.org/dakota-bowl
Let’s make this year’s tailgate one to remember – full of fun, school spirit, and community pride! See you there!