| September 15 - October 15 | Hispanic Heritage Month | | Thursday, Sept. 17 | Freshman Grandparent Mass | | Sept. 20-26 | Homecoming Week | | Sept. 29 | Dad's Day Breakfast | | Sept. 29 | Family Info Night - Summer Info Studies | | Oct. 2 | PSAT/SAT Day - 1/2 day | | | Girls' Soccer Senior Recognition Day | | | | |
Celebrate Our Seniors!
Avery, Garrett, Caroline, Allie, MacKenzie
September 19
Before the 11:30 AM game
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New this year, please register on SignUpGenius before your slot is confirmed. Please note that there is a $40 sitting fee.
October 7, 21, 23 & 24
Contact Maggie Kassenbrock with questions.
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Financial Aid Information Night with INvest Ed
Thursday, September 17, 6-7 PM
Room 100, Kyle Guyton Lecture Hall
INvest Ed, Indiana's non-profit organization to help families navigate financial aid, 529 questions, and loans, will be at Bishop Chatard to present on FAFSA, and how financial aid works for your student.
Any senior family that is applying for financial aid and has questions should come.
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We are excited to announce that we are using DirectorySpot again for this year’s Student Directory. You can access the directory on an iPhone, Android, iPad, or at directoryspot.net.
Download the document for directions and more information.
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*ATTENDANCE POLICY*
Midterms will report how many times a student has missed a specific class. As a reminder, per school policy, a student will forfeit credit should he or she be absent from a class 10 or more times in a semester.
Bishop Chatard will work with students when rare and special circumstances present unique challenges. Prompt and ongoing communication is essential. Thank you for your partnership in promoting consistent attendance, as being present is vital to the formation of the whole student.
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Military Academy Presentation
Thursday, September 24, 7:45am in Room 205
Heather Harvey, the representative from Andre Carson's office, will be at Bishop Chatard to present on the benefits and application process for all military academies.
Freshman through senior students interested in attending any of the military academies are encouraged to attend with their parents, if possible.
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BCHS is going to Italy and Greece!
Join us for an Info meeting:
September 29th
6:00 - 7:00 p.m.
Kyle Guyton Lecture Hall
Please contact Lisa Johnson with any questions.
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Family Information Night - Summer Field Studies
Durango, Colorado
June 13-26, 2027
Join us for an Info meeting covering:
- Trip Itinerary
- Highlights
- Gear Needed
- Trip Costs and Milestone Dates
Family Information Night: September 29, 2026
7:00 PM
Kyle Guyton Lecture Hall
Please get in touch with Ben Reilly if you have any questions.
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PSAT/SAT - Friday, October 2
All freshmen, sophomores, and juniors will take the PSAT on Friday, October 2. Students must report to their assigned testing location by 8:35 a.m. in full school uniform. Please plan to arrive early to allow ample time to reach the testing rooms.
Dismissal will be at approximately 11:15 AM once testing concludes.
Because these exams are administered digitally, students must bring a fully charged school-issued iPad.
Seniors who have signed up for the SAT School Day will also report to their assigned testing location by 8:35 a.m. in full school uniform. Dismissal will be at approximately 11:15 AM once testing concludes.
Room assignments and information about what to bring on test day will be posted on the School Counseling Canvas page. Students will receive an email when this information is available, along with reminders in the morning announcements.
Please contact Andy Cain with any questions.
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SAT BOOTCAMP
Our students have been invited to a discounted SAT Bootcamp at Butler University over the weekend of October 2 - 4, 2026. Students of all grade levels are welcome to attend.
On average, students improve their SAT scores by 100-200 points, which can make a significant difference in college admissions and scholarship opportunities.
Schedule for the 3-Day (20-hour) SAT Weekend Bootcamp
Friday, October 2, 4:00-8:30 PM
Saturday, October 3, 9:00-6:00 PM (lunch 1-2 PM)
Sunday, October 4, 9:00-6:00 PM (lunch 1-2 PM)
Location of Bootcamp:
Butler University, 4600 Sunset Avenue, Indianapolis, Indiana
Regular Cost of Camp: $499
Discounted Cost: $249
Use coupon code BULLDOGS at checkout.
How To Enroll in the SAT Camp:
1. Go to: https://tutorsacrossamerica.com/satcourse/
2. Scroll down to find the camp you want.
3. Enroll as directed.
4. Use coupon code BULLDOGS at checkout to get the 50% discount.
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Investment Club Callout
- September 17, 8:00 AM, in Room 310
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Dad's Day Breakfast
Join us on Tuesday, September 29, for our first Dad's Day Breakfast of the school year. Our first speaker will be Fr. Patrick Hyde, OP, pastor of St. Paul's Catholic Center at IU. Fr. Patrick and the Dominican community at St. Paul's serve as terrific models of faith for students on the IU Bloomington Campus, including Fernando Mendoza and the 2026 National Championship Football team!
Doors open at 6:30 AM, with the speaker starting at 7:00 AM. We will have a hard stop at 8:00 AM. Dads, we hope to see you there with your children at the BCHS Student Life Center!
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Beatification of Venerable Archbishop Fulton Sheen - Student Trip Opportunity
On Thursday, September 24, 2026, Venerable Archbishop Fulton Sheen, an American Bishop and media personality, will be Beatified in St. Louis, Missouri at The Dome at America’s Center. This event will mark an historic day for modern American Catholicism and provides an excellent opportunity for pilgrimage and invitation to a life of holiness, after the model of Venerable Fulton Sheen.
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Castle Nights is an evening for high school boys to get a glimpse into seminary life at Bishop Simon Brute Seminary, featuring vespers, dinner, discernment discussions, and games. We typically host 3-4 each semester. This semester, Castle Nights will be on the following dates: October 21, and November 18.
Please email Matt Hilton with questions or to sign up.
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HOMECOMING INFO
Homecoming Festival - September 20
Kicking off the week of Homecoming 2026, Bishop Chatard is hosting a Homecoming Festival on Sunday, September 20, 5:00-8:00 PM in the BCHS parking lot. Open to all current students and their families, this mini-festival is a great way to begin a week of celebrating BCHS.
Guests can expect catering from 317 BBQ, the Kona Ice truck, music, a dunk tank with some very lucky teachers, cornhole, KanJam, and a face-painting station hosted by the Art Club. Powderpuff Football Semifinals kick off at the stadium at 7:00 PM!
POWDERPUFF FOOTBALL - September 20
SEMIFINAL ROUND
- Game begins at 7:00 PM
- Game 1 – Sophomores vs. Juniors
- Game 2 – Seniors vs. Freshmen
- Admission: $2 Freewill Donation to benefit Women’s Care Center (students, faculty and parents are all invited to attend!)
CHAMPIONSHIP GAME
- Wednesday, September 23, 2026, at Alumni Field. Game begins at 8:00 PM
Court Ceremony - Friday, September 25
This year's Homecoming Court Ceremony will take place at 6:40 PM, 20 minutes before kickoff. Get to the game early to celebrate our Homecoming Court and see who is crowned Homecoming King and Queen!
Homecoming Football Game versus Guerin at 7:00 PM
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BOYS' SOCCER - North Deanery Night
JV Game 5:30 PM
Varsity Game 7:00 PM
September 17
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Congratulations to our boys' cross-country team on winning the Indiana
All-Catholic Meet! Damian Cain, Miles Miller, Quinn Hostettler, and Quinn
Anderson led the way with top-10 finishes.
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Girls Golf finishes 2nd at City!
Four of our ladies made All-City, with Lucy Heslin leading with an 84 and placing 3rd overall. Emma Clare Becker placed 6th with a score of 87. Right behind, placing 7th, was Audrey Alexander with an 88, and Caroline Boyd placed 9th with a 94.
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BCHS Trinity Club is looking for volunteers for both prep on September 24 in the SBC and for the event on September 28 at Highland Country Club.
Please follow this link for more details and to sign up to help!
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Join Us!
Another exciting year of Trojan athletics is just around the corner, and we can’t wait to cheer on our student-athletes together! The Bishop Chatard Athletic Booster Club plays a vital role in supporting our Athletic Department—providing funding, organizing parent social events, and enhancing the overall experience for our teams and fans throughout the year. Most Booster Club membership levels include season passes, allowing you to skip the ticket line and enjoy admission to all regular-season home games across all sports (excluding City, Conference, and IHSAA tournament events). We would love for you to join us! Select your preferred membership level by clicking here.
Trivia Night - Saturday, October 3
The Athletic Booster Club is once again excited to host our annual Trivia Night—a fun evening in support of Trojan athletics! Mark your calendars for Saturday, October 3 at 6:30 PM, proudly sponsored by Blingle Premier Lighting, Zink Distributing, and Printing Partners. All proceeds will benefit all BCHS athletic teams. We’d love to see our community come together for this exciting event! You can participate by entering a team, sponsoring a round (which includes team entry), or simply inviting family, friends, and fellow alumni to join the fun. Click here to register and learn more about Trivia Night!
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Free & Reduced Lunch Applications
Applications are open all school year, and households may apply or reapply at any time. Many students are operating on carryover benefits from the previous school year, set to expire TODAY. If you have not received formal notification of benefits for the 26/27 school year, you will need to reapply.
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Now Hiring
Bishop Chatard High School is accepting applications for our Head Coach, Varsity Baseball position. The head coach of the varsity baseball team is accountable to the Athletic Director and is charged with overseeing all aspects of the baseball program.
Interested candidates should submit a letter of interest, resume, and three (3) references to Kyle Reh, Director of Athletics, at kreh@bishopchatard.org. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
- Part-Time Cafeteria Assistant
BCHS is seeking a cafeteria assistant for an immediate opening. Flexible hours and a great work environment. This is a full-time position (5 days a week, 5+ hours a day).
If interested, contact Mr. Michael Dlugosz, BCHS Director of Foodservice, at mdlugosz@bishopchatard.org.
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Full-time Substitute Teachers - Trojan Tots Preschool
Trojan Tots Preschool is hiring substitute teachers from August to May, working with children of all ages. This substitute position offers flexible hours, from 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM, and follows the same school calendar as Bishop Chatard High School. Our preschool serves children from ages 6 weeks to 6 years old. Substitute teachers are needed to cover classrooms when teachers are absent, as well as to cover lunch breaks and prep time.
Interested candidates should email their resume to Kathryn Grose, Director of Early Childhood Education, at kgrose@bishopchatard.org.
Visit our Employment Opportunities website for more open positions.
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