Bishop Denis J. O'Connell High School

“Mass is offered for the entire student body at least once per month in the auditorium. The students celebrate all Holy Days of Obligation during the academic year.”

“Oct 2 2026 All School Mass at Knight Time”

“Mass is offered every school day at 7 AM (except on days with all-school Mass).”

“On Anchor Days, Confession is available during the first half of Knight Time (9:36 - 9:55 AM). Mass is offered at 10 AM. Confession is also available by appointment with Fr. Daniel. The chapel is open all day for prayer opportunities.”

“On Anchor Days, Confession is available during the first half of Knight Time (9:36 - 9:55 AM). Mass is offered at 10 AM. Confession is also available by appointment with Fr. Daniel. The chapel is open all day for prayer opportunities.”

“Religion classes visit the IHM Chapel for a time of Adoration once a semester. Fr. Daniel and visiting priests of the Diocese are available to hear Confession at that time.”

“Most Mondays, Tuesdays and Fridays, students follow a standard schedule, known as the Anchor Schedule, where they attend all seven periods for 43 minutes each.”

“Religion classes visit the IHM Chapel for a time of Adoration once a semester. Fr. Daniel and visiting priests of the Diocese are available to hear Confession at that time.”

“Around the Feast of Our Lady of Guadalupe, the school participates in a Eucharistic Procession, ending in Adoration on the Stadium Field.”

“Rev. Daniel Reuwer Chaplain, Bishop O’Connell High School”

“Contact us at ministry@bishopoconnell.org or at 703-237-1440 (updated August 2025). Edward Fitzpatrick Theology Teacher, Director of Campus Ministry Contact Victoria Lewis Teacher, Retreat Leader Contact Ellie Motta Contact Lila Paig Campus Ministry Coordinator Contact Daniel Reuwer Chaplain”

“From the availability of the sacraments made possible by the presence of a full-time Chaplain, to the focus on their individual development offered by classroom teachers, counselors and coaches”

“SUBJECT REQUIRED CREDITS Theology 4 English 4 Social Studies 4”

“Students select seven (7) credits each year.”

“9105 THEOLOGY 1: JESUS IN SCRIPTURE 9 SEM .5 cr”

“9210 THEOLOGY 2: JESUS THE REDEEMER 10 SEM .5 cr”

“9315 THEOLOGY 3: MORALITY 11 SEM .5 cr This semester course will introduce and explain the moral teachings of the Church”

“The purpose of this semester course is to provide students with a strong foundation in the Church’s social teaching. Students learn how Christ’s concern for others, especially the poor and marginalized, is present today in the Church’s mission. Students learn how to apply the Church’s social teaching to current events and contemporary issues, focusing on the unique social and economic issues facing underserved communities. This course is required for all seniors.”

“The theology curriculum draws on the National Framework for High School Religion, published by the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops.”

“This study of apologetics provides students with skills of critical thinking and respectful communication needed to share the truths of the Catholic faith with others in the world today.”

“5770 INTRODUCTION TO PHILOSOPHY HONORS 11-12 SEM .5 cr The purpose of this semester course is to introduce students to a philosophical way of thinking.”

“9315 THEOLOGY 3: MORALITY 11 SEM .5 cr This semester course will introduce and explain the moral teachings of the Church”

“The centrality of our Catholic identity in what we do is reflected in the integration of Faith into all aspects of the curriculum and extra-curricular activities.”

“Our mission is to provide students an education rooted in the life of Christ and to foster the pursuit of excellence in the whole person.”

“The English department affirms the whole person through a comprehensive study of the classics of literature with added emphasis on contemporary relevance and Catholic teachings.”

“Each student participates in one retreat each year. Retreat experiences vary by grade level (see below) and offer different encounters with Christ: through the presence of Jesus in the Blessed Sacrament, through His healing power in the sacrament of Reconciliation”

“Each year, students are required to participate in at least one retreat and provide appropriate Christian service. These programs are coordinated by Campus Ministry.”

“Each year, O’Connell students are asked to attend at least one retreat.”

“Come and See 9TH GRADE SEPT. 25-27, 2026”

“Junior Year: Junior Day Retreat”

“OR overnight option Senior Year: choose an overnight”

“Kairos, offered three times a year for Juniors and Seniors, is a four-day student-led retreat exploring”

“Contact us at ministry@bishopoconnell.org or at 703-237-1440 (updated August 2025). Edward Fitzpatrick Theology Teacher, Director of Campus Ministry Contact Victoria Lewis Teacher, Retreat Leader Contact Ellie Motta Contact Lila Paig Campus Ministry Coordinator Contact Daniel Reuwer Chaplain”

“Rev. Daniel Reuwer Chaplain frdreuwer@bishopoconnell.org Mr. Ed Fitzpatrick Director of Campus Ministry efitzpatrick@bishopoconnell.org Mrs. Lila Paig Campus Ministry Coordinator lpaig@bishopoconnell.org Miss Katie Hofer Christian Service Coordinator mhofer@bishopoconnell.org”

“Growing Your Faith ALTAR SERVER CLUB Moderator: Fr. Reuwer (frdreuwer@bishopoconnell.org) Interested students assist in setting up for school liturgies and serving Mass throughout the year as altar servers and ushers.”

“Students in B1 Bible Study meet during lunch on B1 Days to read and study Sacred Scripture, and apply it to their daily lives.”

“The purpose of Fiat is to accompany young women in their faith. We do this by gathering together as a community to grow in virtue through fellowship, conversation, prayer, scripture, and inspiration from the saints.”

“The purpose of this club is to assist the school Chaplain with the preparations and set up of all school Masses and other liturgical events.”

“Praise Band is an auditioned group of singers and musicians who use their talents to praise God during school Masses.”

“The purpose of Sons of Thunder is to help young men continue to grow in virtue and better understand what it truly means to be a man. To make this happen, we gather for prayer, bacon, and fraternity.”

“We seek to evangelize our DJO community (and culture) with the Gospel message to attract our peers to the Catholic faith.”

“The purpose of this club is to organize various pro-life activities--prayer, petition circulation, and writing letters to government officials.”

“Bishop O'Connell students are expected to perform a minimum of 10 hours of service like Christ each school year.”

“10 hours each year: All students are expected to perform 10 hours of Corporal Works of Mercy each school year.”

“Upperclassmen requirement: At least half of juniors' and seniors' 10 hours must be in direct service of someone in need.”

“Each year, students are required to participate in at least one retreat and provide appropriate Christian service. These programs are coordinated by Campus Ministry.”

“The purpose of this semester course is to provide students with a strong foundation in the Church’s social teaching. Students learn how Christ’s concern for others, especially the poor and marginalized, is present today in the Church’s mission. Students learn how to apply the Church’s social teaching to current events and contemporary issues, focusing on the unique social and economic issues facing underserved communities. This course is required for all seniors.”

“Knights for Life is Bishop O'Connell's student-facilitated pro-life club. The group meets every other Tuesday at "Knight Time" to discuss various pro-life topics”

“Knights for Life is also very active in the local pro-life community, participating in the National and State March for Life, praying outside of abortion clinics, and organizing the Respect Life Assembly every January.”

“Student participation in the annual March For Life is an O'Connell tradition dating back more than thirty years.”

“The purpose of this club is to organize various pro-life activities--prayer, petition circulation, and writing letters to government officials.”

“the DSW site in Camden, NJ over a 4 day, 3 night retreat. This retreat is designed for Juniors and Seniors and students have the option to use this”

“Hope Beyond Borders is a club focused on supporting refugee families by providing essential items such as school supplies, hygiene items, household goods and other necessities.”

“The Peace Club is the principal organizer (in collaboration with the Religion Department & Campus Ministry) of the Do-It-For-The-Sake-of-Peace school-wide event in the spring.”

“This club is to educate our community and serve those in need, primarily through student-run clothing drives.”

“Hand to Hunger aims to help end food insecurity by training and empowering students to lead and organize service projedcts to make sandwiches for those in need.”

“Nov 9 2026 - Nov 14 2026 Diocesan Week of Service”