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Weekly Parent
Newsletter
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Congratulations to the BCHS Football team as they became the 2020 3A State Football Champions, with a 42-14 victory over Danville. This is a record breaking 15th state championship title for BCHS! |
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Dec. 4
Christmas on Crittenden: 6 - 7:30 p.m.
Dec. 10
Christmas Concert: 7 p.m. (attendance limited to family members of participants)
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A message from the Principal |
Please read pPrincipal Joe Hansen's letter containing important information about the Bishop Chatard virtual daily schedule and other student requirements for the remaining days in the semester. |
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Important information on student email communication |
Due to some technical difficulties, some students may not be receiving important emails to their iPad. To make sure your student is receiving school emails on the iPad, please have them complete the steps laid out in this document. Please contact Ben Reilly at breilly@bishopchatard.org with any questions.
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Christmas Shopping at the BCHS Spirit Shoppe
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Shop from the comfort of your home for that one of a kind BCHS spiritwear gift this holiday season! Spirit Shoppe sales are currently online only, but there are many new items in our online store: BCHS water bottles, tumblers, beanies, socks, face masks, tie-dye shirts and more!
During virtual learning, online orders can be picked up at the school at the following times:
- Wednesdays Dec. 2, 9 and 16 in the SBC entry from Noon – 1:00 p.m.
- After these dates, pickup times will depend on orders coming in.
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Uncomfortable Conversations about Race |
Sponsored by the BCHS Black Student Union, all students are invited to participate in a panel discussion about issues surrounding race. The group's goal is to promote open conversation about difficult topics that will challenge our school community to grow and learn.
The discussion will be Thursday, Dec. 3, from 6 – 7 p.m. via Google Meet. Students should use their BCHS account and access the meeting using the Meeting Code, “BCHS BSU”. Click here to anonymously submit questions to the panel. Contact Amanda Horan at ahoran@bishopchatard.org with any questions.
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PSAT results: Available December 7 |
PSAT scores will be available the week of December 7. Students will be notified via the personal email address they used on test day, or they can log into their College Board accounts to view scores. Instructions for creating and logging into accounts are in the School Counseling Canvas course.
Please remind your student to use his/her full first name (not a shortened version) when creating the account and to remember which personal email address they are using. They will use this same account to register for AP exams and SATs in spring semester of Junior year. PSAT results are one of the best SAT prep tools! Click here to read more!
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Drive Through our Christmas Wonderland! |
Bishop Chatard alumni, friends, school families and North Deanery community members: bring your little ones to celebrate the joy of the holiday season at Christmas on Crittenden on Friday, Dec. 4, from 6 – 7:30 p.m. Hop in the car, crank up the holiday tunes and take a drive through our ‘Christmas Wonderland’.
A portion of our parking lot will be transformed into a wonderland of lights and Christmas inflatables. Santa & Mrs. Claus will be waving to you as you near the end and a few surprises will be passed out along the way. Print the Letter to Santa from our website and have your little ones complete it and hand it to Santa! To keep everyone properly distanced at the event, we ask that you and your family remain inside your vehicle at all times.
This is a free event, but donations to support Christmas on Crittenden are always appreciated. Questions? Contact Kelly Stuhldreher, Coordinator of Alumni Relations and Special Events, at kstuhldreher@bishopchatard.org.
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Trojan College Counseling Video Series |
BCHS College Counselor Pam Nixon has created a series of videos for seniors interested in learning more about applying to college. There was a new video added to the series this week! The topics include things that colleges look for, FAFSA FAQs, Utilizing Personality Assessments, college application tips and timing, choosing a major, financial aid information and more. Click the button below to view the video series!
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Football State Championship t-shirts on sale! |
Orders are now open for commemorative State Champion t-shirts! The royal blue shirts come in short sleeve ($15) or long sleeve ($20) styles. They are Gildan Ultra Cotton and come in sizes from small to 3XL. The order form will close on Friday, Dec. 4, at 5 p.m. All proceeds on these items will support the Football squad ring fund. Click here to order!
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BCHS Music presents: A Christmas Concert
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BCHS Music will present A Christmas Concert on Thursday, Dec. 10, at 7:00 p.m. All members of the participating ensembles (Concert Band, Vox Troiano, Chorus and Sounds of Silas) will perform. The concert is only open to family members of performers as a result of the tighter guidelines regarding extra-curricular activities recently mandated by the Marion County Board of Health.
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Keep Your iPad Charged over Christmas break |
Students are asked to keep iPads charged over the Christmas vacation break. The Tech Counter will be pushing some updates to the iPads. iPad problems? Email GetHelp@bishopchatard.org as soon as possible. The Tech Counter hours are 8 a.m. - 4 p.m.
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Campus Ministry Goes Virtual! |
Each day during virtual learning from 12:45 - 1:15 p.m., all students are invited to join the Campus Ministry Power Hour. Campus Ministry will have fun games and faith-formation activities to keep students energized and connected to the BCHS community while at home. No one will want to miss games on Mondays, Liturgy of the Hours on Tuesdays, Cooking with Campus Ministry on Wednesdays, all-school Mass on Thursdays, or small faith groups on Fridays. More information will be sent to students from Campus Ministry via email!
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Christian Service from Home |
The Christian Service Program was adapted this year in the event that BCHS transitioned to virtual learning. The flexibility enables students to fulfill their Christian Service commitment from home. This means that each student can complete all of his/her hours over Thanksgiving and Christmas breaks! We strongly encourage students to make the most of their time at home! See the Christian Service webpage for more information or contact service@bishopchatard.org with any questions.
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Holiday Season Service Opportunity |
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The Salvation Army of Central Indiana is helping families during the holiday season. Sign up to help them make the holidays brighter by participating in one of the opportunities below.
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Item distribution and collection. Click here for more information.
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Adopt an angel. Eligible for one hour of service for students. Post a picture of you at the drop-off location on canvas. Click here for details.
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From the Counseling Office |
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Virtual Appointments for College Counseling |
Individual virtual appointments are available with Mrs. Nixon for your student's College Counseling needs.
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View links and upcoming informational sessions here.
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Schedule an individual appointment with Mrs. Nixon here.
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Join her office hours between 2:15 and 3:15 p.m. here.
These meetings can be scheduled for students and parents, students only, or parents only.
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Food Resources during Virtual Learning |
There are many food resources available for families during this time of virtual learning. Click here to view listings for food resources available to any family while learning is happening virtually. Utilize these resources for you or your children if you are facing food instability, or share with anyone who you know is facing food instability. Please contact Michael Dlugosz, BCHS Cafeteria Manager at mdlugosz@bishopchatard.org with any questions.
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The new Music Dept. Newsletter is now available |
Read the latest news in the 2nd issue of the Bishop Chatard Music Dept. fall semester newsletter. Learn more about rehearsals and concerts, classes and the new Jazz Band! Click here to read the music newsletter.
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Senior "Congratulations" Yearbook Ads |
Senior Yearbook "Baby" Ads are now available. Families interested in purchasing an ad in the yearbook for that special senior may view details here. Purchases and design must be submitted by February 5, 2021, to guarantee placement in the yearbook.
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COVID-19 student reporting procedure |
Please note that the medical@bishopchatard.org email address is to be used only to report COVID-19 positive test results or quarantining due to exposure, and report COVID-related absences. Standard school procedures should still be used to report a daily absence for COVID-19 or for other reasons, or to ask health-related questions. View Bishop Chatard's standard procedure for reporting absences here.
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Fundraiser for the Indianapolis CYO |
Like all not-for-profit organizations, the Indy CYO has been hit hard by the pandemic. Ambrosia Restaurant, located in south Broad Ripple, is planning a fundraiser to help with the CYO general fund. From November 30 - December 2, 10% of all proceeds from dine-in and carryout meals from Ambrosia will be donated to the CYO. Click here to view the flyer.
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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.
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5885 Crittenden Avenue, Indianapolis, IN 46220
P: 317.251.1451 | F: 317.251.3648
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