BC welcomed the Trojan grandparents of our Senior class of 2023 for our annual Senior Grandparent Mass and reception on Thursday, April 13. |
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Thursday, April 20
- Spring Musical begins: Fiddler on the Roof
Friday, April 21
Monday, April 24
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Walk-A-Thon and Talent Show: April 28 |
The BCHS Walk-A-Thon is on Friday, April 28. Check out the video above, created by Bishop Chatard Student Media. Click here to donate and learn more about the day's festivities.
Talent Show Auditions
It's Talent Show Time! Any student interested should send in a video of their talent as an audition for the show. Use this form to submit your video. Auditions are due TONIGHT (April 19) by midnight.
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Gary Pritts named Indiana’s Physics Teacher of the Year |
The Indiana Chapter of the American Association of Physics Teachers (INAAPT) has named Bishop Chatard teacher Gary Pritts its 2023 Physics Teacher of the Year. The award was presented to Mr. Pritts at the INAAPT’s 2023 spring meeting. Read the full story here.
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Josh Puno honored in 2023 Serra Club competition |
In Bishop Chatard's April 5 parent newsletter, senior Van Hibbeln was recognized as the 12th grade winner of the Serra Club of Indianapolis 2023 John D. Kelley Vocations Essay competition. Bishop Chatard has since learned that junior Josh Puno has also been selected as a winner in this annual essay competition. Josh is being honored as the 11th grade winner for his essay, "In the Life of Thomas Aquinas."
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Fiddler on the Roof: Tickets on sale now! |
Tickets are now on sale for this year's spring musical, Fiddler on the Roof, being staged on April 20, 21 and 22 (Thursday, Friday, Saturday). Click here to learn more and reserve your seats! Check out the BC Fiddler on the Roof website to see rehearsal photos and meet the cast!
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Join us for a Parent Volunteer Thank You Event April 30 |
Have you volunteered to help at a Bishop Chatard event this year? Have you made a donation of a meal, drinks, dessert or money toward staff appreciation lunches? Did you come to a rosary or pray for us?
Volunteers are cordially invited to the Blind Owl Brewery on Sunday, April 30, for light appetizers and beverages. We will meet on the back patio between 5 - 7 p.m. Please let us thank YOU for all of your help this year! Questions? Email bctrinityclub@bishopchatard.org.
Parent Volunteer Opportunities
The year is not over yet! The BCHS Trinity Club continues to offer a number of opportunities for BCHS parent volunteers to sign up for upcoming spring events. These events include the Walk-a-thon, Honors Night, Baccalaureate and Graduation. Click here to learn more and sign up.
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Tickets are now available to purchase for this year's Prom: "An Evening on the Red Carpet!"
Students are invited to the Fountain Square Theatre on Saturday, April 29, from 7:00-10:30 p.m. (Students must arrive no later than 7:30 and stay until 10:00). Each ticket is $50. Light snacks will be available at the event, but dinner will not be served. Only Juniors & Seniors can attend.
Click here to purchase tickets, to view the guest form and to learn more!
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From the Counseling Office |
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College Summer Programs
Explore a career - learn about a topic in depth - check out a college campus via a summer program. View info about some programs we have received.
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Deadline to submit college acceptances, scholarships & awards is April 21!
As graduation approaches, seniors need to be aware of a few things!
- Seniors were sent an "exit form" to complete no later than April 24
- If students haven't already, all college acceptances, senior awards and scholarships need to be sent to Mrs. Saurine. You can either print them out or take a screenshot. This needs to be done by April 21 at the latest!
- College Decision Day is May 1. Many institutions are going to require a decision and deposit by May 1, so be sure students are keeping track of those deadlines.
- If students are playing a college sport, they need to request their final amateurism certificate in their NCAA account.
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21st Century Scholars: June 30 deadline for 8th graders
If you have a current 8th grade student, June 30 is the deadline for income-eligible families to apply for the 21st Century Scholars Program. This program pays up to 100% of tuition at public colleges in Indiana and part of the tuition at private or independent colleges. Students in the program have to complete tasks each year of high school to remain eligible.
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If you have a request to use the BCHS Trojan Horse, please email and provide the date, time, and type of event that you are hosting to trojanhorse@bishopchatard.org Please also provide your contact information including your phone number.
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Boys Volleyball CYO Night |
It’s CYO Night at Boys Volleyball on Tuesday, April 25, as the Trojans meet Guerin Catholic! The JV game starts at 6 p.m., followed by the varsity game.
- Free admission for CYO students wearing their jersey
- Free admission with Future Trojan passes
- Free T-shirt to the first 50 kids that arrive.
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Freshman Girls Volleyball |
All parents of incoming freshman who are interested in trying out for girls volleyball this summer should plan to virtually attend the parent meeting on Thursday, May 4, at 7 p.m.
Information about the summer, the program, expectations and other items will be covered.
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On Monday, April 24, at 6:30 p.m. in the cafeteria, the BCHS boys soccer program will be holding a call-out meeting for anyone interested in joining the program. All incoming freshmen, incoming freshmen parents, current players and parents, and any current BCHS student are invited to attend.
Important information, expectations, summer schedule, and other topics related to the Boys Soccer program will be covered. Questions? Contact Coach Mike Carney at mcarney@bishopchatard.org.
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Freshman Football Parent Meeting |
There will be a parent meeting on Thursday, April 27, at 6 p.m. in the cafeteria for Trojans interested in playing freshman football. Questions? Contact Coach Tayt Odom at todom@bishopchatard.org. |
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Our 2024 spring break trip is heading to Ireland and England, and we are offering you the opportunity to find out more about this exciting 2024 adventure.
Parents and students are invited to hear about this educational and fun trip at an informational meeting on Thursday, April 27, from 6 – 7 p.m. in the BCHS Art Room A. The trip will visit these amazing cities: Shannon, Killarney, Dublin, Holyhead, Birmingham, Chester, Stratford-upon-Avon and London.
- RSVP to let us know you can attend the April 27 meeting.
- Can’t make the date? RSVP below but click ‘No’ so you don’t miss out!
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Bishop Chatard Summer Camps |
For three weeks in June, campers will have the opportunity to explore new interests, develop creative skills, and challenge themselves playing sports. Led by experienced teachers, coaches and creative directors, summer camps at Bishop Chatard provide a nurturing environment for children to learn, grow and make new friends.
Past favorites are returning, and we've added a few new camps for children to enjoy. Click here to secure your student's camps today! New users will be prompted to create an account when completing their first camp registration, while parents who have registered a camper in the past using the ACTIVE system may sign into their previous account.
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Cafeteria account information for seniors |
- Class of 2023: All negative accounts must be reconciled by graduation in order to receive your cap and gown.
- Seniors with a positive balance over $20 will be refunded before July 1 of the graduation year.
- Account balances may also be transferred to incoming family members by a formal parental request (via phone or email).
- Balances under $20 will be donated back to the school unless a formal request (via phone or email) is made by July 1 of the graduation year.
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BCHS Spirit Shop
Check out our new items for spring!
The BC Spirit Shop is open from 11:30 - 1:30 p.m. Tuesday - Friday on full school days.
Can’t make it in to the store? Shop online 24/7! Select the “Take Home” option during checkout and your order will be sent home with your BCHS student for free! Or select the “Shipping” option and items will be delivered to your door ($10 shipping fee applied). Click here to shop online!
Follow the BCHS Spirit Shop on Twitter @ChatardS for news, sales and special store hours.
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Donate your Used Uniforms & Spiritwear |
We need your used uniforms and spiritwear for the annual Used Uniform Sale. A box will be placed outside Door 10 for donations from mid-April through the sale. Until then, donations can be dropped off at the school office or at the home of Jennifer Zyromski at 5732 Broadway St., Indianapolis, 46220.
Mark Your Calendar: The Used Uniform sale will take place coinciding with the Freshman Parent Orientation, exact date usually in early to mid-June. More information to come!
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BCHS will offer Health Class during the summer 2023. One credit hour is earned for the course and cost is $200. Classes run Monday to Friday, from June 5 – 23, from 8 to 11:30 a.m.
This course will be conducted in-person at BCHS.
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Driver's Ed: Summer 2023
Bishop Chatard will be offering Driver Education this summer. The 2023 Summer Driver’s Education Course at Bishop Chatard is a state-certified course open to all BCHS students who are at least 15 years of age by May 27. The cost is $450, which includes both the classroom session and the in-car driving sessions. This course is open to only current or incoming BCHS students.
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Ways for Students to stay informed |
Is your student interested in getting involved, but not sure how? Contact Mr. Tim Boyle at tboyle@bishopchatard.org or stop by the Student Life office (in the Cafeteria). Other ways for students to stay informed include:
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Follow @BCHStudentLife on Twitter!
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Download and check out the BCHS Student News App! Students should have this on their school iPads, but can add it to their phone's home screen as well!
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Visit the Student Page on the school website.
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Click here to see Mr. Boyle's weekly Student Life email (sent weekly to students).
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5885 Crittenden Avenue, Indianapolis, IN 46220
P: 317.251.1451 | F: 317.251.3648
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