We were blessed to honor and thank all veterans and active-duty military members for their

courage, sacrifice, and service, at Tuesday's Veterans Day Mass.

This parent newsletter is packed with important news, updates, and events. Be sure to click "View entire message" at the bottom of your email so you don't miss a thing!

Midterm of Q2

Midterm progress reports will be sent home Friday afternoon. The midterm provides an important opportunity to review academic progress in each course. Some students may receive a notice requiring their attendance at our SILAS period on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays from 7:45–8:30 am for the remainder of the second quarter.

The purpose of this support is to help students get back on track academically before the semester ends. During SILAS, students will have a structured environment to complete work and will be encouraged to seek additional academic support from their teachers.

Emergency Messenger System Test - Thursday at 3:30 PM

Bishop Chatard will conduct a test of our emergency notification system (SchoolMessenger) on Thursday, November 13 at 3:30 pm. BCHS uses this system for emergency alerting purposes, such as one-hour delays, school closures, and communicating other critical information. A message will be sent to parents/guardians via email, phone call, and/or text message at that time using the contact information provided in PowerSchool.

If you haven't already, new parents/guardians need to opt-in to receive text messaging from SchoolMessenger. Please text "Y" or "Yes" to 67587 if you want to receive text messages on your mobile phone. If you have a new mobile number, you will need to opt in using your new cell phone number. Click here for further instructions. Please contact Ben Reilly at breilly@bishopchatard.org with any questions about emergency testing.

Road Closures

Thank you to our BCHS community for your flexibility and cooperation as demolition begins on the houses along Evanston Avenue, across from the baseball field. We appreciate your patience as we navigate temporary traffic restrictions in this area.

A reminder that parking is no longer available along the third baseline, but students may park along the first baseline and use the walking path to access the building. Those traveling to school from the south should use 58th Street to Crittenden Avenue and then Northgate Street to reach the main parking lot. The third baseline parking area will remain closed until demolition is complete.

Communications Survey

We want to make sure we’re keeping our Trojan families in the loop! Your opinion is very important to us as we continue to improve how we share news, events, and updates from Bishop Chatard. Please take a few minutes to complete this short survey and let us know what’s working well and where we can do better. Your feedback helps us stay connected and informed as a community.

Thanksgiving Canned Food Drive - November 17-20

It’s time once again for our annual Thanksgiving Canned Food Drive! From November 17–20, Bishop Chatard students are encouraged to bring in canned goods to support local charitable organizations including St. Vincent de Paul, St. Augustine’s Home, International Gateway Pantry, and Catholic Charities Crisis Office. Requested items include green beans, peas, tomato soup, carrots, broth, canned tuna, canned beets, kidney beans, fruit cocktail, canned fruit, canned stew, and hearty soups.

As a fun incentive, students who bring in 30 or more cans will earn a Charity Spirit Week beginning the day they donate! Thank you for helping make a difference for those in need this holiday season. For questions, please contact Mr. Hilton.

Family Resources Available

We understand that some families may be experiencing financial hardship due to the government shutdown and its potential impact on SNAP benefits. If your family is in need of assistance, please reach out to BCHS Mental Health Counselor Laura Gorr for a list of community resources and benefits. We’re here to help support our school families during this time. Laura can also be reached at 317-251-1451 ext. 2273.

University of Notre Dame Leadership Seminars Program for Juniors

Leadership Seminars is a competitive, ten-day program held on the University of Notre Dame campus for academically talented students who demonstrate outstanding leadership in their communities. Participants may be eligible to earn one transferable college credit upon completion of the program. Tuition, housing, and meals are fully funded by the University of Notre Dame for students admitted to the program. Click here for the application and additional information. Please contact Kate Burkett with any questions.

Save the Date! Christmas on Crittenden - Friday, December 5

Join us on Friday, December 5 from 5:30-7:00 pm for our annual Christmas on Crittenden celebration! Stroll down Crittenden Avenue toward Door #10, where you’ll be greeted by a real North Pole reindeer! Then step inside our winter wonderland (the Auxiliary Gym) to enjoy crafts, snacks, and a visit with Santa and Mrs. Claus. Bring the whole family and celebrate the season with us at BCHS! Click here to register.

Donations Needed | Staff Appreciation Meal - Wednesday, November 19

Trinity Club is hosting their annual "Thanksgiving Feast" staff appreciation meal on November 19. We are asking for donations of side dishes, desserts, and drinks. Please click email bctrinityclub@bishopchatard.com for a link to the sign-up, or contact Joni Forestal at 317-418-2970 with any questions.

Royal Irish Rugby Meeting - Thursday, December 4

Thursday, December 4 | 6:00 pm | Northside Events

The Royal Irish rugby team for high school boys is meeting Thursday, December 4 at Northside Events (formerly the Knights of Columbus at 71st & Keystone). New and returning players and their parents are invited to come out and meet the coaches and hear about the upcoming season! Click here to learn more, and contact Jenny Sullivan at jennifer.sullivan@experis.com or 317-847-4701 with questions.

Service Hours Due - Saturday, December 6

A reminder that 10 hours of Christian Service need to be logged by Saturday, December 6. Hours should be logged in the Mobileserve app. Click here for more information. If you have any questions, please reach out to Mr. Hilton at mhilton@bishopchatard.org.

Jr. Trojan Girls Basketball

Jr. Trojans Girls Basketball is once again offering a developmental program for North Deanery girls in grades 3–8! Our 2025 Developmental Program is designed for players who want to build confidence, strengthen fundamentals, and grow their basketball skills. This year, we’re adjusting the timing of sessions to help girls prepare for their CYO season. Training sessions will take place on Sunday evenings from November through January, led by BCHS Varsity Head Coach Dan Wagner and former JV Head Coach Ana Adams. Cost is $50 per player. Click here for more information and to register. Please contact Coach Ana with any question.

Jr. Trojan Girls Volleyball

Registration is now open for Jr. Trojans Volleyball open gyms and tryouts! These sessions are open to current 6th–8th grade girls interested in developing their skills and competing with the Jr. Trojans program. Please click here for dates, times, registration links, and additional details. Questions? Contact Club Director Ellen Wind.

Help Wanted - Trojan Tots Preschool

Trojan Tots Preschool is hiring substitute teachers from August to May, working will all ages This substitute position has flexible hours from 7:00 am – 5:30 pm. Trojan Tots follows the same school calendar as Bishop Chatard High School. Our preschool serves children ages 6 weeks to 6 years old. Substitute teachers are used to cover classrooms when teachers are off as well as to cover lunch breaks and prep time. Interested individuals should email their resume to Kathryn Grose, Director of Early Childhood Education.

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