Weekly Parent Update
August 23, 2018
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Friday, August 24
Friday Schedule (2:10 p.m. dismissal)
7 p.m. - Home Varsity Football Game vs. Lawrence Central - North Deanery Night!
North Deanery students will be our special guests on Friday, Aug. 24, as BC battles Lawrence Central. Games and activities for students of all ages will be provided, and Future Trojans will receive fun prizes!
Monday, August 27
Monday Schedule
Thursday, August 30
Freshman Day of Reflection and Class of 2022 Grandparents Mass
Looking ahead...
Monday, September 3
Labor Day - No School
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Weekly Letter from Deacon Rick
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At Bishop Chatard we focus on "the growth of the whole person, modeled on the teachings of Jesus Christ and the Catholic Church." Our goal is not only to teach young people to be good students, but also to be good Christians.
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"Opt-out" of Student Directory
If you do not want your student's information in the student directory for the 2018-2019 school year,
please fill out this form
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School Messenger "Opt-in" to receive text messages
Parents of freshman and other students new to Bishop Chatard must "opt-in" to our School Messenger system in order to receive urgent notifications
via text message
from BCHS. This would include notification of weather-related delays or cancellations, or any other time-sensitive situation that the school needed to communicate to you. Parents are automatically registered to receive emails and phone calls -- this additional step is required only to receive text messages.
To register your number, text "Y" (for "yes") to 67587. You should receive a response that says you are registered.
Parents who have changed their mobile phone number in the last year must also go through the opt-in process to receive mobile calls and texts.
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Friday after-school pick-up guidelines
Crittenden Avenue will be closed from 4 p.m. until after the home football games are over at 10 p.m. on the following dates: August 24, September 21 and October 5.
Pick up and drop off will be allowed in the back parking lots, but we will ask that cars not park in the back parking lot from 4 - 5:30 p.m., simply drop off and/or pick up and pull through, then exit onto Kessler. Thank you for your assistance in making our school's first season of home football a successful one for all!
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Senior Parents - Senior Photo Information
This year, senior photos for the yearbook are being done a little differently than in years past. The official senior portrait photographer will be at BCHS November 3 -10 and you will sign up for your senior portrait to be taken at some point during that week.
Sign up for a photo session here.
There are slots available after school, in the evening, and on Saturday, so everyone should be able to find a time that works. This session is for your yearbook photo only.
Every senior must use this time and photographer to have your photo in your senior yearbook.
You may use Sarah Shields Photography for an entire senior session (you can sign up on your yearbook pic day) or any other senior photo photographer for other senior photos.
PLEASE NOTE: Once you sign up for a slot, you are expected to arrive on time in the library and bring $30 (checks made payable to Sarah Shields Photography).
Please check the
Senior Page
on the school website for details regarding dress and any other information. You also are welcome to email Tracy Luke at
tluke@BishopChatard.org
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News for Freshman Parents
Gathering for parents of the BCHS Class of 2022
Parents of the Class of 2022 are invited to meet fellow freshman parents at Bier Brewery on August 28 at 5:30 p.m. BCHS Parent Volunteer Organization, Trinity Club, chairs J'netta Crawford and Therese Hartley are sponsoring this event and treating you to your first beverage! Join us!
Freshman Day of Reflection and Grandparent Mass ~ August 30
The Freshman Day of Reflection begins with the Freshman Grandparent Mass and Reception. This special opportunity offers grandparents a glimpse of their grandchildren in their new school, celebrating Mass and enjoying time together. Mass begins at 9 a.m. After a reception shared with grandparents and grandchildren, the Freshman Day of Reflection begins. Please RSVP on behalf of your student's grandparents by
clicking here
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Student-Athlete Yard Signs
To order a yard sign for your Fall sport athlete,
view the form here
. All orders need to be turned in to the Athletic Office by Monday, Aug. 27
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with payment (check, made to BCHS Athletic Office or cash). If you have any questions, please contact Karen Rulong at
krulong@BishopChatard.org
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Help promote BCHS
Thank you to those who attended Back-to-School night! Hopefully, you were able to stop by the Enrollment table to pick up a "how you can help" card and BC car sticker. We rely on our families to help promote Bishop Chatard, so get some ideas from the card and display your decal! If you know of any prospective families who would like to know more about BCHS, direct them to Marilynn Fagan, Director of Enrollment,
mfagan@bishopchatard.org
, 317-251-1451 ext. 2234.
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BCHS Decal given to parents at Back-to-School Night
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2019 European Spring Break Call-Out Meeting
September 4 at 6 p.m. in the BCHS Art Room (217)
Do you want your child to spend Spring Break learning about four European capital cities? Students will step outside the classroom and engage with the world first-hand, going beyond their comfort zone and experiencing new foods, cultures and people. The 2019 Bishop Chatard Spring Break Trip will be heading to the European Quartet of Amsterdam, Brussels, Paris and London.
Join us for an informational meeting on September 4 at 6 p.m. to learn more. To let us know you are interested,
please click here
. You can also
visit this site
to see the full itinerary and save your spot!
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Theatre Booster Leadership Meeting
Anyone interested in participating in the Theatre Booster Club, specifically those interested in having a more active role in Theatre Boosters, is invited to attend a meeting at Sheila Gramling's home on Thursday, Sept. 6, at 7 p.m. If you are interested, please contact Sheila at
sheilagramling@aol.com
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Annual Fund Dinner
Bishop Chatard friends and families are invited to celebrate and support BCHS at our Annual Fund Dinner. The 2018-2019 Annual Fund Dinner will be held on Wednesday, Sept. 19. Check-in and appetizers begin at 5:30 p.m. The program begins at 7 p.m.
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Keeping the Faith Alive at Home
Deacon Rick Wagner will present Keeping Faith Alive at Home on Wednesday, Sept. 12, from 7 - 8:30 p.m. in the Kyle Guyton Theatre at Bishop Chatard.
Parents are the primary educators of their children, particularly when it comes to faith. Our faith is not just something we "do" or "check off" on Sundays. This interactive parent session will focus on practical ways to bring faith into your home.
This presentation is open to all BCHS parents and North Deanery grade school parents. There is no cost to attend the event, but to help with planning we do ask that you
RSVP by noon on Sept. 7
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RSVP by clicking here
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Retreat Information
Freshman Day of Reflection
- August 30, 2019
Sophomore, Junior and Senior Retreats
Information about sophomore, junior and senior retreats can be found on the BCHS website
here
. Sophomore, Junior and Seniors have been assigned to retreat dates.
Please review your child's assigned retreat date. If changes need to be made, they must be sent to Carol Wagner at
cwagner@bishopchatard.org
no later than September 1. Two to three weeks prior to your child's retreat, detailed information will be sent to your home.
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Girls Basketball Preseason Workouts
The preseason workout schedule for girls basketball has been posted. Workouts begin on August 28. All girls who are not in a Fall sport are welcome to attend preseason workouts. These are optional. (Note: Official season will begin October 15.)
View the schedule here
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Softball Call-Out Meeting
Any girls interested in playing softball this coming season (even if currently participating in a Fall sport) are invited to attend a call-out meeting during homeroom on Tuesday, Aug. 28, in Mr. Bach's Room.
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Host Family needed for BCHS international student
Bishop Chatard is seeking one more host family for an international student who will be a BCHS junior this year. Families receive a substantial stipend for being a host. Anyone interested in learning more please contact Catherine Welch at
cwelch@bishopchatard.org
or 317-251-1451 ext 2257. Thank you for your support and spreading the word.
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Golf Outing
Golfers of all skill levels enjoy Bishop Chatard’s Annual Golf Outing. Participation and sponsorship proceeds from the event support tuition assistance through the Harv Sutton Fund.
Bishop Chatard’s 2018 Golf Outing will be held on Friday, Oct. 5, at Highland Country Club. Play a round of golf with friends and then join us for Homecoming 2018!
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Support MD families at "The Feud Before the Feud"
Bishop Chatard and Cathedral High Schools are coming together for a community cause in support of families dealing with Muscular Dystrophy. "The Feud Before the Feud" will take place on Thursday, Sept. 6, at 6 p.m.
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the night before the Trojans vs. Irish football game. It will be a nostalgic night of memories, football flashbacks and decades of coaches.
View the flyer here
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Register for tickets $25/person or host a table of friends and classmates for $250 at
MDFF.ORG
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SAT/ACT Practice Exams
Carmel and Nora libraries are co-hosting SAT/ACT Practice Exams with College Tutors on August 25
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Grading will be compiled by Summit Education Group, and will include detailed score analysis for all subjects. This is an exceptionally helpful tool as it enables students to pinpoint areas where additional focus is needed to accomplish test goals. Review of score analysis, along with any needed tutoring guidance and accompanying study plans, will be available 5-10 days following the practice test. A sample of results analysis can be
viewed here
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The Carmel Library session starts at 9:30 a.m., the Nora Library session starts at 10 a.m., and each session will last approximately 3 1/2 hours. This is a complimentary session provided by Nora Library, Carmel Library, and College Tutors, but seating is limited. Students must register and choose location and test option via
this registration link
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Job opportunity at St. Simon School
St. Simon (8155 Oakland Rd.) has an opportunity for a part-time position in the school's After-School Care program. The program runs from 3 to 6 p.m. Monday through Friday and serves children ages 4 to 12 years old. Salary is $10 per hour. If interested, please contact Mrs. Monica Voorhis at
mvoorhis@saintsimon.org
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