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Coach William Hill Announced as New Athletic Director
- Dr. Michael Pennell, head of school, is honored to announce that Coach William Hill has accepted our invitation to serve as Bishop Louis Reicher Catholic School's new Athletic Director.
  
  Coach Hill joined the Bishop Reicher athletics staff in 2024 as a part-time coach and middle school P.E. teacher. He holds a Bachelor of Arts in Physical Education, with a minor in coaching, and brings more than 20 years of experience across youth, select, high school, and minor league athletics. A proud Waco native, Coach Hill has been serving faithfully as Interim AD since July ‘25 with a deep respect for the office of AD and for Mike Shields, whose brief tenure at BLR was so impactful to all of us.
  
  Over the last nine months as interim Athletic Director, Coach Hill has shown strong leadership and vision for our athletics program. He has already shaped our instructional program by onboarding Coach Andrea Gutierrez in elementary PE and several leadership roles together with Coach Jacob Meek as Assistant AD and middle school PE teacher, and coach. What a great team!
  
  Coach Hill is a tireless and dedicated leader with a heart for our athletes and their success. He and his team have been aligning student skill development strategies from PE and intramurals in early grades to competitive athletics in high school. This work will continue to be guided by the athletic program’s eight strategic goals, [click HERE to read] to ensure a cohesive and mission-centered approach to developing physical fitness in all students and competitive excellence in all athletes.
  
  Please join us in congratulating Coach Hill. We look forward to his leadership and to the fall 2026 season with great enthusiasm!
Announcements!
- Now Enrolling Students in PreK3-12th Grade
  
  Applications are now open at Bishop Louis Reicher Catholic School. Discover how we foster Saints, Scholars, and Leaders through faith-filled academics, a strong community, and Christ-centered values.
  
  Apply today and schedule your tour by clicking the link below to experience the Bishop Reicher difference.
  
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- Schedule Your MS or HS Student's Shadow Visit
  
  Have your MS or HS student be a Cougar for a Day. They will attend classes, meet new friends, and experience what it means to grow as a saint, scholar, and leader. Schedule your child’s shadow day today and see firsthand how they can thrive here.
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- Aladdin Jr - Come Watch the Magic
  
  Our talented students take the stage in Aladdin Jr., bringing energy, creativity, and heart to this beloved story. Join us as they shine in a magical performance you won’t want to miss!
  7:00 p.m. on April 23
  7:00 p.m. on April 24
  
  Admission is Free!
Discover Summer Camps Starting This June
- Register Now!
  
  Looking for an unforgettable summer experience for your child? Bishop Louis Reicher Catholic School's upcoming summer camps for the summer of 2026 offer the perfect blend of inspiration, engagement, and fun! With exciting activities, hands-on learning, and athletic skills training.Voll
  
  Catechetical Choir
  Cheerleading
  Volleyball
  Basketball
  Lego Robotics
  Martial Arts
  
  Register Here
- Fostering Saints
  
  At Bishop Louis Reicher Catholic School, we help children encounter Christ in their daily lives. Through prayer, weekly Mass, faith-filled instruction, and service, students grow in their knowledge and love of Jesus and learn how to live His teachings with joy and purpose. As they mature in faith, students are encouraged to share Christ with others through acts of kindness, service, and compassionate leadership, carrying their faith beyond the classroom and into the world.
- Fostering Scholars
  
  At Bishop Louis Reicher Catholic School, we help children reason with clarity, discovering in wonder the divine order and their place within it. Our teachers employ a classical approach to learning while thoughtfully retaining what is valuable in twenty-first-century curriculum and methods, all guided by faith and nourished by Christian culture. Through strong foundations in reading, writing, math, science, and the arts, students are challenged to think critically, communicate clearly, and develop a lifelong love of learning that prepares them for success in high school, college, and beyond.
- Fostering Leaders
  
  At Bishop Louis Reicher Catholic School, we help children cultivate purpose with an ethic of accomplishment and a spirit of excellence. Through leadership opportunities in the classroom, athletics, fine arts, service, and student life, students learn responsibility, perseverance, and teamwork. Formed to serve God and the world with generous hearts, our students are encouraged to lead with humility, confidence, and a commitment to using their gifts for the good of others.
Discover Bishop Reicher: Fostering Saints, Scholars and Leaders
- Blue-Grey All-American Bowl Bound
  
  Congratulations to juniors Houston Tucker and Pierce Ready for being selected to play in the Blue-Grey All-American Bowl, a national high school football all-star event that features standout players from across the country. We are proud of Houston and Pierce for this well-deserved honor and for representing our school on a national stage.
- German Team Heading to State
  
  Our German team competed at Winterfest 2026, and they’re headed to STATE!
  
  Huge congratulations to Stella, who placed 2nd in Vocal Solo; Scarlett, who earned 1st place in Site Reading and Prose Memory; and the team's short film took 2nd place!
  
  Shout-out to Moxie for placing 2nd in Black & White Art, and MJ for earning 5th place in Site Reading.
  A huge thank you to Frau Sellers for your guidance, dedication, and support.
- Matt Clafferty has a Piece in Art Exhibit
  
  Our amazing art teacher, Matt Clafferty, has a piece featured in the Amplified art show at the Art Center! Mr. Clafferty’s larger-than-life work fits perfectly with the theme and truly stands out. The exhibit opened on February 6, and you won’t want to miss it. We are so proud of Mr. Clafferty!
- Senior Anna Whitworth - Teen Leadership Waco Graduate
  
  We are proud to celebrate senior Anna Whitworth on her graduation from the Teen Leadership Waco Class of 2024–2025! Selected as one of 27 students from across McLennan County, Anna participated in this prestigious program through the Greater Waco Chamber.
  Throughout the year, she engaged in leadership sessions focused on civic engagement, community impact, and more—learning from leaders across Waco.
  Anna’s achievement reflects the mission of Bishop Reicher to foster Saints, Scholars, and Leaders. We are incredibly proud of how she represents our school in the wider community!
- MacKinnon Sammon Honored as Wacoan Star Student
  
  Senior MacKennan Sammon was recognized in the January’s issue of The WACOAN as one of the area’s 2026 Star Students. MacKennan transferred to Bishop Louis Reicher Catholic School starting his freshman year from St. Mary’s Catholic School in West. He will graduate this May and plans to pursue a degree in kinesiology at Texas A&M University.
  
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- Students Place in TAPPS Fall Photo Contest
  
  Congratulations to our talented students who earned awards at the TAPPS Fall Photo Contest!
  
  Scarlett Holey - 3rd Place - Cityscape
  Sarah Hugalde - 3rd Place - Nature
  Camryn Castillo - 1st Place - Formal Portrait
  
  View Winners Gallery
What Parents Are Saying
- Discover What Parents are Saying about Bishop Reicher
  
  Discover what makes Bishop Louis Reicher Catholic School a special place for families. We invite you to explore heartfelt testimonials from parents who have experienced firsthand the warmth, faith, and academic excellence that define our community. Their stories reflect the nurturing environment and strong values that we instill in our students. Take a moment to read their testimonies and see why Bishop Louis Reicher is more than just a school – it's a family.
  
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