Weekly Letter from Mr. Joe Hansen
This 2017-2018 school year is flying by. Semester II has started, graduation is fast approaching, and plans are being put in place for the 2018-2019 school year. I wanted to make you aware of some calendar dates that have been decided upon for next year. I think you will find the 2018-2019 calendar nicely aligned with our North Deanery counterparts, and similar to calendars in past years.
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The following is the message I shared with our students on Monday morning:
Today begins pro-life week, which includes the March for Life in Washington, D.C., on Friday and ends with pro-life activities in downtown Indianapolis next Monday, on the anniversary of the
Roe v. Wade
decision which legalized abortion in the United States.
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Friday, January 19
Monday, January 22
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Snow Make-Up Day
February 19
President's Day -- Monday, Feb. 19 -- will be used as a snow make-up day at BCHS. Classes will be in session using the regular Monday schedule.
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From the Guidance Office
Social Worker at Bishop Chatard
Bishop Chatard's Social Worker, Becky Wilde, is in the building on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Fridays during the school year. Her office is located on the 2nd floor of the St. Benedict Center. Throughout the 2017-2018 school year, a 2nd-year MSW student from IUPUI completing her practicum placement is joining Mrs. Wilde at Bishop Chatard.
Parents, guardians, school staff, and students may refer someone to Mrs. Wilde. Please be aware that students may refer themselves to the social worker without prior consent of a parent or guardian. Parents or guardians will be notified if a referral is made by the school staff or if a referral relates to a serious nature. Parents or guardians may also contact the social worker directly if the parent/guardian does not want his/her child to receive services of the social worker and/or the MSW student.
For more information on services provided or referral information, please visit the social services page http://www.bishopchatard.org/guidance/socialservices
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Report Cards
Semester 1 Report Cards were sent via email to parents this week. General information about grades can be
found here
. Questions about specific grades should be directed to the teacher.
View the faculty/staff directory
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PSAT Scores
You can now view your 2017 PSAT scores by
logging into your account
. For help understanding your scores, view the step-by-step guide
here
. If you still need assistance, stop by the School Counseling Office for more information.
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SAT Prep Class
The teacher-led Bishop Chatard SAT prep class will begin January 22. This group will meet Monday evenings from 6 - 8 p.m. for 6 weeks (January 22, 29, February 5, 12, 19, and 26; class will meet on President's Day). Payment is required for registration. The class is limited to 40 registrants and spaces fill quickly.
Click here to register!
There are several local opportunities you can utilize as you to prepare for future SAT and ACT tests.
Click here
to see all the
opportunities!
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Diaper Drive
January 22
In recognition of the anniversary of
Roe v. Wade
, we'll be having a One-Day Diaper Drive on Monday, Jan. 22. Please bring in diapers of any size or brand, and drop them off in the main office. All diapers will be donated to Birthline which provides material assistance to over 1,000 pregnant and parenting mothers annually.
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Important Music Booster Meeting
January 23 ~ 6:30 p.m.
BCHS Music Room
Attention parents of choir and band students! There will be a Music Booster Meeting on Tuesday, Jan. 23, in the music room at 6:30 p.m. to discuss the CYO Music Contest, Nashville Trip, Kings Island Trip, and Celebration of the Arts Concert.
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Rugby Registration
February 1 ~ 6:30 p.m.
Unselfishness, teamwork and self-control largely define rugby. Rugby athletes are known for their versatility, sportsmanship and athleticism, no matter their size. Royal Irish is one most recognized and winning programs in the country. Come and join the 2017 Rugby National, State and Midwest champions on registration night, Thursday, Feb. 1 at 6:30 p.m. at the 71st Street Knights of Columbus. Questions can be directed to
RoyalirishrugbySociety@gmail.com
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Winter Softball Camp
Saturday, Jan. 20
Bishop Chatard Softball will host a winter softball camp on Saturday, Jan. 20. Campers will receive instruction from the Bishop Chatard players and coaches, and have fun while honing their softball skills!
12 - 2 p.m. -
Grades 3 - 5
2:30 - 4:30 p.m. -
Grades 6 - 8
Cost
: $20 per student
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STEMfest hosted by the Indiana Pacers
February 11
The Indiana Pacers are hosting STEMfest February 11 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. to allow students to see how STEM is used in sports. $10 will get you admission to the event as well as to the Pacers game vs. the Knicks at 5 p.m. that evening.
Register here
by February 1!
Questions? Contact Steve Miknis at 317-917-3081.
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Chatard-A-B
ration
February 17, 2018 ~ 6-11 p.m.
Chatard-A-Bration 2018 "Oktoberfest" has it all! Great food, live & silent auctions featuring one-of-a-kind finds, and one of the most popular bands in Indy! Guests at Bishop Chatard will dance to the music of
POLKABOY
,
presented by Printing Partners
.
Tickets are available now. Don't delay, they are going fast!
Click here
to join us for a great celebration!
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How about an extra $500 to plan your night?
You could win $500 to spend as you choose! On January 31, Oktoberfest's second Early-Bird Raffle Winner will be drawn. The lucky winner will walk away with $500 and will be put back in the drawing for more cash prizes on February 17!
GRAND PRIZE: $10,000
RUNNER-UP PRIZE: $1,000
THIRD-PLACE PRIZE: $500
Congratulations to Sarah Dilts, winner of Oktoberfest's
$500 December Early-Bird drawing!
Tickets for the Chatard-A-Bration cash raffle are available for a limited time. Raffle tickets are $50 each or 3 for $125, and only 625 tickets will be sold.
License # 145906
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Would you like to host a table?
If you are interested in filling a table and serving as a table captain for Chatard-A-Bration, please contact Tyler Mayer at
tmayer@BishopChatard.org
. Table captains are not required to purchase tables, just bring together a fun group to register and attend!
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Trivia Night 2018 has been rescheduled!
presented by Hilliard Lyons - The Barrett Duncan & Duncan Wealth Advisory Group
Due to the inclement weather predicted for our original Jan. 12 date, the BCHS "Awards Show" Trivia Night has been rescheduled for
Friday, March 9.
If you are registered but unable to attend on our new date, please contact Tyler Mayer at
tmayer@BishopChatard.org
. Registration will remain open for those interested in attending on March 9.
Click here
to read more and to register!
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Dan McNally Hall of Fame Inductee
Congratulations to Bishop Chatard retired tennis coach Dan McNally, who will be inducted into the Indiana High School Tennis Hall of Fame on
February 2
. The 27th induction ceremony will take place at Woodland Country Club
(NEW LOCATION)
, with social hour beginning at 6:15 p.m., and dinner and ceremony beginning at 7 p.m.Cost is $30. For more information, contact Tim Cleland at
tcleland@delcomschools.org
or
765-730-3288
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Senior "Baby Ads"
Give the gift that truly will last: a senior ad for your soon-to-be graduate! Senior Congratulations ads are now on sale through
Feb. 23
. Cost ranges from $65 - $225. Please
read this letter
from the yearbook staff regarding senior ads (known at Bishop Chatard as "baby ads").
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Immaculate Heart of Mary Trivia Night
February 2 ~ 7 - 11 p.m.
IHM Trivia Night is Feb. 2 from 7 - 11 p.m. in the IHM Activity Center. The cost is $25 per player, $200 for a table of 8 if purchased by January 29. BCHS Vice President of Institutional Advancement Tyler Mayer and BCHS Director of Business Operations Dan Thompson will be hosting this event.
Register online here!
This event is a fundraiser for the 8th grade trip to Washington, D.C.
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St. Pius X Trivia Night
February 10 ~ 6 p.m.
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5885 Crittenden Avenue, Indianapolis, IN 46220
P: 317.251.1451 F: 317.251.3648
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