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Weekly Parent
Newsletter
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Dec. 18
Last day of Final Exams
Dec. 21 - Jan. 7
Christmas Break
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The BCHS parent newsletter will be on hiatus during the Christmas Break. We wish you a happy, healthy and peaceful holiday!
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A message from Principal Joe Hansen for parents of student athletes |
Dear Parents,
I am writing to thank you for your support of our athletic programs as we face this pandemic. The IHSAA has continued to let our student-athletes compete and it will take a total team effort to ensure we have a full season. I wanted to share a few reminders as we head into Christmas break. Continue reading...
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Dear students and parents:
Last weekend Cathedral senior Jonathon Knoll passed away. We are saddened that Jonathon's life was tragically cut short. Our thoughts and prayers are with the Knoll family, St. Matthew Parish, and the Cathedral community.
Jonathon’s death has resonated with many of our students. Jonathon maintained strong friendships with some of our current Trojans, and even those who did not know him have been shaken that a peer at a neighboring high school is now gone.
Our teachers and counselors are aware of this, and they are available should a student have any needs. If your son/daughter desires help, please reach out to our guidance department or our school social worker. Help is always available and they can be reached at:
A visitation for Jonathon is being held on Thursday, Dec. 17, from 3 to 8 p.m. at Feeney Hornak Keystone Mortuary, 2126 E. 71st Street. Please be aware that all visitors must wear a mask, social distance and that no more than 25 people will be allowed in the building at one time.
Please pray for Jonathon Knoll and his family. Eternal rest grant unto him, O Lord, and let perpetual light shine upon him.
God bless,
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Joe Hansen, Principal
Bishop Chatard High School
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Check out Bishop Chatard's new virtual tour! |
Safety protocols prevent Bishop Chatard from inviting guests into our building at this time, so we have created a virtual stroll through our hallways, classrooms, gymnasiums and athletic fields that is being used to give prospective Trojan families a closer look at our campus. As a parent, you are undoubtedly familiar with the school, but we thought you might enjoy checking out our virtual tour.
While taking this Virtual Tour, you will notice videos that you can play, infographics and slideshows to view, and other icons alerting you to pop-up pieces that you can 'click' to glimpse BCHS in action. You can move manually through the tour or use the navigation options in the upper right corner to visit specific locations under Community Areas, Classrooms or Athletic Facilities.
Until we can gather again in person, enjoy our Virtual Tour!
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Important information from the Counseling Office |
A reminder from the Counseling Office that although students can view their 2nd semester classes in PowerSchool, schedules will not be finalized until the first day of classes as adjustments are made to accommodate distancing requirements, etc. Student schedules are in PowerSchool only -- paper copies are not distributed for 2nd semester. |
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Christmas Shopping at the BCHS Spirit Shoppe
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New pick up times!
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, new State Champion Merchandise and more!
During virtual learning, online orders can be picked up at the school at the following times. The Shoppe will be open on both of these dates during the time period stated for last-minute purchases!
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Friday, December 18, 12 - 2 p.m. in the Spirit Shoppe
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Tuesday, December 22, 5 - 8 p.m. in the Spirit Shoppe
After December 22, the online store will remain open as usual but all items must be shipped (no pick-up times available) through January 4
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BCHS Athletics during the pandemic |
Winter Athletic home events attendance guidelines/protocols have been dictated my the Marion County Health Department to only allow parents of those athletes participating to be in attendance at our competitions. Seating is extremely limited, so if participants' parents are not Athletic Booster Club members then they may buy their ticket(s) at the door.
Some 'away' events may have no spectators allowed, and if this is expected our parents will be notified. Masks and physical distancing are still expected while attending any athletic event/activity. Please contact Mike Ford at mford@bishopchatard.org with any questions.
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Save the Date: BCHS Athletic Booster Club Virtual Trivia Night
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Save the date for the Bishop Chatard Athletic Booster Club Virtual Trivia Night on Saturday, Jan. 16, at 7 p.m. This year's event will have a family focus! Junior High and/or High School students are needed on a team in order to compete.
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Join BCHS Campus Ministry as we "Journey to Bethlehem!" |
Each day throughout the season, Campus Ministry will share a reflection by Bishop Chatard students and staff based on the daily Scripture readings. As part of our ongoing commitment to our mission, we welcome you to share in the prayer of our school community as we joyfully await the birth of Christ. Please contact Steven Patzke at spatzke@bishopchatard.org with any questions.
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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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From the Counseling Office |
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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. New videos are being added to the series regularly! 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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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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Click the photo above to view this years Fall Sport's Magazine. |
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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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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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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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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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P: 317.251.1451 | F: 317.251.3648
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