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Weekly Parent
Newsletter
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Oct. 7
Blue group in person/White virtual
Oct. 8
White group in person/Blue virtual
Oct. 9
Blue group in person/White virtual
Oct. 12
White group in person/Blue virtual
Oct. 13
Blue group in person/White virtual
Living Rosary at 9 a.m.
Oct. 14
PSAT Test - see announcement below for attendance requirements
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BCHS student schedule change for Wednesday, October 14 |
Wednesday, October 14, is an important day for all Bishop Chatard students. The PSAT and SAT will be administered to specific classes, and all students attending school that day will have an early dismissal. An email was sent out to all parents on Monday, Oct. 5, containing more information. Click here to read the email.
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Advertise your business in the Citadel yearbook |
In years past, our Yearbook staff was able to visit many businesses to sell ads for the yearbook. Due to COVID-19 restrictions, it has limited the staff's ability to visit many of the businesses we normally rely on for advertising. The revenue we generate from ad sales is reinvested in the yearbook through the purchase of more color pages, a more intricate yearbook cover, or new equipment.
If you or your business would be interested in purchasing an ad in the yearbook, please reach out to publication advisor Troy Cockrum at tcockrum@bishopchatard.org. Those purchasing by Oct. 15 receive a 10% discount on their ad. The students can design your ad or you can design your own ad. Click here for more information!
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The 56th Annual Living Rosary |
The Living Rosary is the longest-standing tradition at Bishop Chatard. The 56th annual Living Rosary will take place on Tuesday, October 13 at 9 a.m. All seniors will participate, regardless of blue and white days. Parents and guardians of the Class of 2021 seniors are invited to attend.
This is an in-person learning day for students in the blue group. Due to COVID-19, this year's Living Rosary will be held outdoors in the football stadium. Students should dress accordingly for that morning and are encouraged to wear long pants and bring a jacket, sweatshirt or coat. Social distancing and masks are required for all those attending. Contact Steven Patzke at spatzke@bishopchatard.org with any questions.
This years Living Rosary will be available on livestream. Use this link at 9:00 a.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 13, to view the ceremony.
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The 2020 Fall Concert, featuring all BCHS Music Ensembles, will be presented on Wednesday, Oct. 14, at 7 p.m. in the Varsity Gymnasium. To maintain the health and safety of our community, we ask that all audience members wear a mask and maintain social distancing once inside Bishop Chatard High School. Admission is free and all are invited!
Those with the last name beginning with A-K are asked to enter and exit through Door 1, off of Crittenden Ave., and sit in the north side bleachers (left side as you face the stage). Those with the last name beginning with L-Z are asked to enter and exit through Door 10, off of the back parking lot, and sit in the south side bleachers (right side as you face the stage). Contact Mark Duray at mduray@bishopchatard.org with any questions.
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Class of 2023: Last Call for ring orders |
The deadline for the Class of 2023 to order their BCHS class ring has been extended to Oct. 16. Orders will need to be submitted in order to receive a ring by Dec. 3 for the Sophomore ring ceremony. Use this link to order a Bishop Chatard class ring or click here to view the flyer and order information. |
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2020/2021 Student Directory |
We are excited to be using DirectorySpot for the 2020-2021 Student Directory. It is now ready for parents to sign in and use.
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BCHS Boys Volleyball Callout |
All boys who are interested in playing for the BCHS Boys Volleyball Team during the upcoming Spring 2021 season should send an email to Coach Jim Joven at jjoven@bishopchatard.org. If interested, please respond by Wed. Oct. 14. There will also be a virtual call-out meeting in about 2 weeks and weekly open gyms will begin soon.
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Last Sophomore Retreat for 2020 |
The LAST "Take Heart" sophomore retreat of the year will occur on Sunday, Oct. 11. Sophomores should arrive promptly at BCHS at 7:30 a.m. and will need to be picked up at 5 p.m. The entire day will run at BCHS, though CYO staff from Camp Rancho Framasa will come and lead a few of our activities. They did a fantastic job on our first retreat! This is the last sophomore retreat for the year. We strongly encourage students to attend. It will surely be a worthwhile day to spend time with other sophomores, deepen their relationships with God, and have fun!
- Mass will be outside, weather permitting.
- Please bring a blanket or towel to sit on and a personal water bottle for during the day.
- A light breakfast and a boxed lunch are included. Water is provided with the lunch.
- Please dress in BCHS spirit wear according to the weather, as we will be outside for most of the day. A light sweater or jacket is recommended, as it might be chilly in the morning and in the gyms. Close-toed shoes are required.
- Masks are required during the retreat. Social distancing and health guidelines will be followed, as well as frequent hand sanitizing/washing.
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BCHS Christian Service Program |
Bishop Chatard students complete over 20,000 service hours per year. This is made possible through a robust Christian Service Program that provides a list of service agencies and occasional service excursions that allow students to participate in service that fit their unique interests. Due to COVID-19 and current safety precautions, Christian Service commitments will look different for the 2020-2021 school year. Our hope is that the Christian Service Program can continue in its prior format for the 2021-2022 school year. Use the button below for more information or email service@bishopchatard.org with any questions.
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From the Counseling Office |
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Center for Leadership Development 2020 |
An amazing community-based organization in Indianapolis, the Center for Leadership Development, has incredible opportunities set up to help students be successful and capitalize on networking opportunities. BCHS has had several students receive full-tuition scholarships to colleges and universities through their Emerging Scholars Program. Sophomores through Seniors are eligible to register now for Self-Discovery, which is required before participating in Emerging Scholars. Please consider taking part in this if you are able. There are also other programs available for younger students. Visit cldinc.org for information and Visit the Enrichment and Leadership Area on the BCHS counseling website for more opportunities, gathered by the BCHS Counseling Department.
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Peer tutoring is available from National Honor Society students. Students can sign up to meet with a tutor on a schedule and at a time that is convenient for them by completing this form.
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Important information for Seniors applying to college |
BCHS College Counselor Pam Nixon has created a series of videos for seniors interested in learning more about applying to college. The topics include 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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Support your Trojan athletes! |
BCHS Fall athletic events are underway! Visit our Athletics Home Page for all recent updates and schedules on BCHS athletic contests. |
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BCHS Girls Basketball Tryouts |
BCHS Girls Basketball season will start on Monday, Oct. 19, for grades 9-12. Starting on October 19 there will be 2 - 3 days of player evaluations/tryouts before teams are set. It is important to note that October 19 is the week of Fall Break. All players need to be at practice. If there is a conflict such as a family vacation, please let Coach Fisher know as soon as possible by emailing kfisher@bishopchatard.org. |
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BC Theatre stages 'Almost, Maine' as fall play |
BC Theatre will stage 'Almost, Maine' Nov. 19 to 21. Written by John Cariani, the play consists of nine short plays filled with vivid characters that are all a part of a mythical and mysterious town: Almost, Maine. Each character’s story depicts themes of love, loss, and friendship in their small town.
Auditions for “Almost, Maine” will occur through video submissions. Audition forms have been sent out to students via email. More information will be provided soon.
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BCHS Spirit Shoppe is now online! |
A fall clearance sale is underway with many items on sale, so now is the time to stock up on Trojan spirit wear. The Spirit Shoppe can be found on the BCHS home page, under the “Who We Are” tab, or click here to shop online! Delivery is free to students at school or can be shipped anywhere for a flat fee. New merchandise is being added every day.
The BCHS Spirit Shoppe is now open each Wednesday during all lunch periods. Due to COVID-19 restrictions, visitors are not permitted to visit the Shoppe at this time so access is limited to students and staff only. Contact Dawn Koers at Spiritshop@bishopchatard.org with any questions.
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The Bishop Chatard Music Dept. fall semester newsletter is now available. Learn more about upcoming concerts, piano and electronic keyboard class, and rehearsal times. Click here to read the fall newsletter.
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COVID-19 student reporting procedure |
If your child tests positive for COVID-19 or is quarantining due to COVID-19 exposure, please contact BCHS using the email address medical@bishopchatard.org. A list of information to be provided in that email is available on the BCHS Re-Entry webpage.
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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Free lunch and breakfast for all students |
The USDA recently issued a waiver to provide all students free breakfast and lunch! All Bishop Chatard students attending in-person class may now receive complimentary breakfast and lunch in the school cafeteria. Students must select a “Meal Deal” in order for their meal to credit as free. Included with a Meal Deal lunch is any entrée/sandwich, vegetable, fruit, whole grain and milk. Up to two components can be denied, but a fruit or vegetable must be selected. Seconds are not included. Breakfast includes a whole grain, meat/meat alternative, fruit and milk. One component may be denied, but a fruit must be selected. Breakfast is served in the cafeteria daily 30 minutes before the first bell.
Assorted a la carte items, snacks and beverages will still be available for purchase during the lunch period. Please note that students will be responsible for any charges incurred outside the “Meal Deal.” Signage clarifying what is provided in the Meal Deal is displayed in the cafeteria, and students are encouraged to ask any cafeteria staff member if they have questions. Please contact Cafeteria Manager Michael Dlugosz at (317) 251-1451, ext. 2240, or mdlugosz@bishopchatard.org for more information. For more information visit www.bishopchatard.org/menus.
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BCHS currently has job openings for a variety of positions including Head Wrestling Coach, Dishwasher/Prep Cook and Trojan Tots Preschool substitute teachers. Click here to learn more!
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Upload your 'school moment' for the 2020-2021 Yearbook |
The Citadel staff is looking for school moments happening at home with online learning. If you have any great photos, you can use our Yearbook Community Upload tool to send us those photos. Click the button below and type in the code BCHS. This will allow you to upload photos and the yearbook staff will be able to see and potentially use those photos. Thank you in advance! |
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St. Simon Royal Extravaganza: Nov. 7 |
Saint Simon invites all to The Saint Simon 2020 Royal Extravaganza on November 7 at 7:00 p.m., outdoors at St. Simon. We will have food trucks, fire pits, live/silent auctions and live music with “That’s What She Said.” It will be a night of fun and fellowship to support the St. Simon Community
*All CDC and local health department guidelines will be followed for this event. Information will be sent prior to the event as a “know before you go” to all registered attendees.*
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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.
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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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