News for Bishop Chatard Alumni

From Your Alumni Director

August always sneaks up on me. One moment it’s long summer evenings and ballgames, then next it’s back-to-school signs and the sound of lockers opening.

Here at BCHS, the building feels alive again—students filling the halls, teachers back in their rhythm, and a new year of traditions waiting to unfold.

As I watch our students settle in, I can’t help but think of you and the many Augusts you spent here. Those first days of school hold a kind of magic—fresh starts, familiar faces, and a reminder that we’re all part of something bigger than ourselves.

Know that we are grateful for you, your prayers, and the way you continue to keep our Trojan family strong.

Many blessings,

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Harv Sutton Memorial Golf Outing - October 6, 2025

Registration is underway for the 2025 Harv Sutton Memorial Golf Outing. Visit here for all the details: register a team, purchase extras (mulligans, Trojan Tickets, etc.), or sponsor the event!

NEW THIS YEAR - FAMILY & YOUNG ALUMNI TEAMS!

Family Teams:

If your foursome is a “Family Foursome” (everyone in the foursome is related), you will receive a free mulligan for each team member. On the registration form, please include team member names and how you are related under “Your Foursome Details.”

Young Alumni:

If everyone on your foursome graduated from BCHS in 2010 through 2025, you will receive $100 off your registration fee. On the registration form, please include team member names and graduation years under “Your Foursome Details."

Interested in being a sponsor? If so, please reach out to Deanna Murphy at dmurphy@bishopchatard.org.

A Capital Campaign Update: Cafeteria Remodel & Student Life Center

The first phase of BCHS’ Rooted in Faith—Inspiring Futures capital campaign has become a reality! As the school year began, students were welcomed with a remodeled cafeteria, a new Student Life Center, and the new Silas West meeting space. The Student Life Center is already proving to be a vibrant hub—a comfortable, modern place for students to study, socialize, and connect. These updates are just a small part of our broader initiative to enhance our campus and address critical facility needs—including the 500-seat performing arts center and new chapel, both breaking ground this spring. Follow the progress at capitalcampaign.bishopchatard.org.

BCHS Yearbooks Are Online!

Want to take a trip down memory lane? BCHS yearbooks are now available online! Click here to explore The Citadel yearbook library and browse through the year of your choice. You can even search names directly within each book. We hope you enjoy the experience!

Registration is now open for several upcoming reunions. We are looking forward to welcoming our BCHS Alumni back to campus this fall! Please reach out to Deanna Murphy if you are interested in coordinating for your class reunion.

Class of 1965: 60th Reunion

Wednesday, 10/15/25 at BCHS

Registration link coming soon.

Class of 1970: 55th Reunion

9/19/25 and 9/20/25

Registration link coming soon.

Class of 1975: 50th Reunion

9/19/25 and 9/20/25

Click here to register.

Class of 1985: 40th Reunion

10/18/25

Click here to register.

Class of 1990: 35th Reunion

9/5/25

Click here to register.

Class of 1995: 30th Reunion

9/19/25 and 9/20/25

Click here to register.

Class of 2000: 25th Reunion

10/17/25 and 10/18/25

Click here to register.

Class of 2005: 20th Reunion

10/4/25

Click here to register.

Class of 2015: 10th Reunion

9/5/25

Click here to register.

Click here for the latest information on class reunions!

Alumni News

Luke Purichia '23

Luke Purichia, BCHS Class of 2023, is currently a sophomore at Wabash College. This summer, he interned with Neighbor Serve, an Indianapolis home concierge company, where he took the initiative to secure an interview on Fox 59 to promote the business! An Economics major, Luke is also leading a team in developing a nonprofit startup focused on fostering rural economic growth.