Weekly Parent Newsletter
October 23, 2018
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Tuesday, October 23
Progress Report Night ~ 5:30 - 8 p.m.
Cardboard City ~ begins at 6:30 p.m.
Wednesday, October 24
Dismissal at 12:35 p.m.
Thursday, October 25 and Friday, October 26
Fall Break - No Classes
Monday, October 29
All teachers at INPEC Conference - No classes
Tuesday, October 30
Classes begin at 8:55 a.m.
Early dismissal at 1:15 p.m.
BCHS Open House - 5:30 - 8 p.m.
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Progress Report Night is tonight
Progress Report Night is
October 23 from 5:30 - 8 p.m.
This evening is designed for personal meetings for parents/guardians to have with teachers to discuss their child's academic performance. Meetings are on a "drop in" basis.
Also this evening, junior parents/guardians are invited to attend a college information meeting from 6 - 6:30 p.m. This meeting will discuss registering for the SAT/ACT, college planning, college visits, etc. From 6:30 - 7 p.m., senior parents are invited to a financial aid meeting. A financial aid representative from Marian University will be here to present information on filling out the FAFSA and answering questions on college financial aid. Both meetings will be held in the Kyle Guyton Theatre (Room 102).
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Please pray for all the participants in the BCHS Cardboard City experience
What is Cardboard City?
This is a bi-annual event held at Bishop Chatard. It is being held this evening, Tuesday, Oct. 23, starting at 6:30 p.m. and will end at the end of school on Wednesday, Oct. 24.
At Bishop Chatard, one of our pillars is serving. In the past years, we have increased our awareness of homelessness and people in need right here in Indianapolis. When students and staff participate in Cardboard City, our eyes and hearts are opened wide. This one-night homeless simulation makes all of us more aware that people live like this everyday. Our program is not only a simulation but also an act of charity.
If you would like to donate items to help the homeless, we are accepting new sock, underwear/men's and women's, hats and gloves. Donations accepted in the Campus Ministry Office.
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Best Buddies Donut Sale
Wednesday, October 24
The BCHS Best Buddies Club will hold its annual donut sale on Wednesday, Oct. 24, before school. There is an early dismissal and lunch will not be served on this day, so students are encouraged to buy a donut! Cost is $1 per donut or $10 per dozen. This the Best Buddies biggest fundraiser of the year so please bring a few dollars on October 24 to enjoy a donut, and maybe even treat a friend!
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BCHS competes in Football Sectional Game
Bishop Chatard will compete in the second round of Sectional play against Rushville H.S. at home on
Friday, Oct. 26, at 7 p.m.
Join us at BCHS to cheer on the Trojans! For your convenience, tickets may be purchased for $6 per person in the Athletic Office prior to the game, or at the gate. (Please note: BCHS is closed for Fall Break on Thursday and Friday. The Athletic Office will be staffed sporadically on those days.)
Student IDs and passes including Trojan Passes, Booster Passes and Future Trojan Passes are not accepted for admission to Sectional games per IHSSA regulations.
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Mock Trial callout meeting
October 31 during Homeroom in the CLC
Students who are interested in participating in the Mock Trial program are invited to attend the Mock Trial meeting on October 31. "The purpose of the Indiana Mock Trial program is to stimulate and encourage a deeper understanding and appreciation of the American legal system. The program provides the opportunity for students to learn the judicial system through a hands-on experience. Through mock trials, students gain an understanding of society's approach to dispute resolution and justice through an experiential learning opportunity." ~ Indiana Bar Foundation
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Canned Food Drive
November 9 - 15
Bishop Chatard is again helping several Indianapolis organizations feed the hungry this holiday season. Our annual canned food drive will take place from November 9 - 15. Any donations of canned or boxed food items as well as personal hygiene products can be dropped off before school in the main gym on those mornings. Please consider donating and helping BCHS make this holiday season a little easier for families all over our city. Items requested include canned fruits and vegetables, canned meats, canned tuna, canned soup, mac and cheese, spaghetti and sauce, peanut butter, and jelly. Thank you in advance for your generosity and concern for some of the most vulnerable members of our community.
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College Application Deadlines
Many college application deadlines are coming up. Please support your student as they work to complete applications and remember important dates. Additional information is available
here.
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An invite from Deacon Rick
Young men of Bishop Chatard are invited to join BCHS Vice President of Mission and Ministry, Deacon Rick Wagner, in attending "Storm the Castle" Brute Night at Bishop Simon Brute College Seminary on the evening of November 28. Whether you are a young man discerning the priesthood, are open to the call, or simply want to see what life at a seminary is like, you are welcome to attend. Share a meal with the seminarians, hear a witness talk, go on a tour, and participate in evening prayer. Transportation will be provided from BCHS and back. Departure at 5 p.m. and return by 8 p.m. Contact Deacon Rick at
rwagner@bishopchatard.org
if interested.
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Summer Field Studies opportunity for juniors and seniors
Current Bishop Chatard juniors and seniors are invited to join students from Roncalli and Cardinal Ritter for Summer Field Studies 2019. Students hike, climb, camp, cook, swim, raft, backpack, play and pray in a uniquely challenging program that teaches students to respect themselves, to become leaders, and to work to achieve their dreams. Most importantly, students learn to read from the Book of Creation that God has given us to make known His grandeur, wisdom, and love for each of us. Read more by
clicking here
. Questions? Contact Mrs. Stephanie Tebbe at
stebbe@bishopchatard.org
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"Creating a Superhero" Character Workshop
November 12
The BCHS Theatre Department invites all students in grades 5th through 8th to ‘Creating a Superhero’ Character Workshop on Monday, Nov. 12, from 4:30 – 6:30 p.m.
The workshop will be held in Bishop Chatard’s Kyle Guyton Theatre (Room 102) and will conclude in the cafeteria with pizza, drinks and conversation with the BCHS Theatre Department’s students and staff. Bishop Chatard's music department will present its annual Veterans Day concert at 7 p.m., and all theatre workshop attendees are invited to stay and enjoy that as well.
The workshop is free but space is limited. Registration will close on November 8.
Click here
to read more or to register a student!
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Will your family join us in praying for religious vocations?
We have two "Vocations Boxes" at BCHS. One will stay at school and rotate between classrooms throughout the school year. The other Vocations Box (containing a cross and vocations prayers) we would like BCHS families to volunteer to keep for a week at a time. We will send the box home with your student on Monday afternoon, and it will need to be returned the following Monday morning. If your family would like to keep the box for a week and commit to praying for religious vocations,
click here
to choose a week that is convenient for you.
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You are invited to a Fall Festival
The Primrose Village - Northdale Neighborhood invites area residents to a Fall Festival
Saturday, Oct. 27, at 3 p.m.
Join neighbors for games, a hayride and more!
See this flyer
for details.
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St. Elizabeth Seton hosts Chris Stefanick
November 7 ~ 7 p.m.
Chris Stefanick is an internationally acclaimed author and speaker who has devoted his life to inspiring people to live a bold, contagious faith. He has spoken at several NCYC conferences and is the creator of the Confirmation program “Chosen.” For more information,
click here
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Christ the King Bingo
Christ the King will be hosting Bingo and Indy Tacos at Christ the King on Nov. 10th! This fundraiser benefits the school's 8th grade trip to Washington, D.C. Registration is available online
here
. Walk-Ins are welcome. Must be 21 to play.
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Stress and Anxiety: How Parents Can Support their Children
Thursday, November 8 ~ 7 - 8 p.m.
St. Pius X Catholic Church/School
Sponsored by SPX PTO in partnership with the Joseph Maley Foundation HOPE Foundation. View the flyer with details
here
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St. Augustine Christmas Bazaar
November 2 and 3
All proceeds from this event benefit St. Augustine Home residents, cared for by the Little Sisters of the Poor.
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