Parent Newsletter 
June 17, 2020
Important Video Announcement for BCHS Parents
Please view today's video announcement from President Bill Sahm and Principal Joe Hansen concerning a newly instituted tuition freeze and Bishop Chatard's plans to return to campus for the 2020-2021 school year on August 6. 
If you have tuition-related questions, please contact Director of Business Operations Dan Thompson at dthompson@bishopchatard.org . Questions about the 2020-2021 school calendar should be directed to Principal Joe Hansen at jhansen@bishopchatard.org .
News & Events
2020/2021 Immunization Information
Please check with your Health Provider to make sure that your son or daughter is up to date on immunizations for the 2020-2021 school year. Click the button below to view the State of Indiana School Requirements for 2020-2021. 

Class of 2020 Parents
Please follow up with your child's physician for any missing immunizations. These will be needed for college. Some students were missing documentation for various immunizations, specifically hepatitis A and meningococcal. Meningitis B is only recommended for grade 12, but may be required for college.
Financial Aid Appointments are now available
Every family who will be receiving ANY financial aid for the 2020-2021 school year MUST make a Financial Aid Appointment during the summer to complete the applications for ‘vouchers’ (Indiana Choice Scholarships) and SGOs (tax credit scholarships). Register for your appointment with the Business Office today. Appointments in June will be virtual. July/August appointments may have an option for in-person appointments, if COVID-19 restrictions allow. Appointments will last about 30 minutes.

For virtual appointments, please email your 2019 Federal and State Tax Returns to Nancy Meiner at  nmeiner@bishopchatard.org  as soon as possible. For in-person appointments, you should bring the returns with you. If returns are uploaded to FACTS, no need to send again to Nancy and bring in. Specific details about your appointment will be emailed to you the week before your scheduled appointment.  Click here for more information and to schedule your appointment.
Summer Music Newsletter & July Mini-Camp
Bishop Chatard's Music Dept. is making its summer plans. Please read the newsletter and 2020 Music Handbook linked below. Information includes details of the July 20-24 Mini-Camp for BCHS band and Vox Troiano members, an incoming Freshman Band to-do list and more.
News from the Tech Counter
Bishop Chatard did not collect student iPads this summer. All students are asked to read and follow the 2020 Summer iPad Care instructions which can be found here .
From the Counseling Office
Become a Host Family
Two of our international students, both seniors, are in need of host families for the 2020-2021 school year. Evan has been at BCHS since freshman year, and David has been with us since sophomore year. At this point, we are unsure whether they will be allowed to return in the Fall, but to keep in step with rapidly changing directives, it is important that they have a safe, loving home to come to when they return for their final months as Bishop Chatard family members, whether it is in August or January. 

Host families receive $700 monthly to support housing their student or twice that if you have room for both! Host families do not need to have students currently at BCHS. If you or someone you know is interested in learning more, Please contact BCHS counselor Catherine Welch at  cwelch@bishopchatard.org .
Athletic News & Events
Summer 2020 Athletic Moratoriums
Summer 2020 Athletic Moratoriums have been cancelled this year. When athletic workouts are okayed by the governor to continue -- we hope that will be in July -- our BCHS team workouts will be confirmed for those who desire to take part. All Summer workouts are voluntary and not required. The targeted first day of official ‘Fall Sports’ practices is July 31 for Girls Golf and August 3 for Cheerleading, Cross Country (Boys and Girls), Football, Soccer (Boys and Girls), Boys Tennis and Girls Volleyball.
Ticket to Play for the 2020/21 school year
Two required forms (IHSAA Physical and BCHS Eligibility) must be on file at BCHS to receive your ‘Ticket to Play.’ This is required before taking part in any summer conditioning, tryouts or sports. These submissions are good for all sports during the 2020-2021 school year. Click here for more information.
Community News
Trojans Helping Trojans 
Emergency Relief Fund
Bishop Chatard High School launched the Trojans Helping Trojans Emergency Relief Fund and our community response has been overwhelming.  Click here to learn more and make a donation!
Support our Community
Bishop Chatard is grateful for the support of so many! During this difficult time, let’s show our Trojan support for local businesses owned by BCHS alumni, school families and many of our BCHS sponsors and donors. Click  here  to view the list of restaurants and other local businesses.
Support BCHS on Amazon.com
Help Bishop Chatard generate extra resources by adding ‘Supporting Bishop Chatard’ to your Amazon purchases using the smile.amazon.com program. 0.5% of your eligible Amazon Smile purchases will be returned to Bishop Chatard High School. A great way to help Bishop Chatard fulfill our mission while you shop! Click here for more information.
Help to Advocate for Catholic schools! 
Support the Indiana Non-Public Education Association.  Visit the INPEA website  to read about the latest news concerning INPEA efforts.