Wednesday, Dec. 20
- Early Dismissal: 11:05 a.m.
- Pro-Life Club March for Life Meeting: 11:15 a.m.
Thursday, Dec. 21
- Communion Service: 8 a.m.
- Early Dismissal: 11:05 a.m.
Friday, Dec. 22
- Adoration: 8 a.m.
- Early Dismissal: 11:05 a.m.
- Christmas Break Begins
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Reminder: Students will be dismissed at 11:05 a.m. Wednesday, Dec. 20 through Friday, Dec. 22. School will resume on Monday, January 8. Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year to all!
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Quarter 2 Report Cards
Report cards will be sent to parents via email in early January. In the interim, you may continue to use your PowerSchool Parent Portal to check on Quarter 2, Final Exam, and Semester 1 progress.
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Important Cafeteria Reminder
There are currently a large number of students with negative cafeteria account balances. While the school will never deny any student a lunch, we cannot allow further debt to incur. If your student's account is overdrawn, please make arrangements to reconcile the account before the return from Christmas break.
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Recycle your Christmas Tree!
Wondering what to do with your live tree after Christmas? Let BSA Troop 171 haul it away for you! Troop 171 is an all-female troop of nearly 40 scouts between the ages of 11-18 from 20 different schools. This service-orientated fundraiser helps to fund service projects and monthly campouts all year long.
To have your tree hauled away, sign up at Indy Troop 171 by January 4. Donations to Troop 171 for this service are encouraged (suggested donation is $25). Help the scout organization to continue proudly developing female leaders, and preparing them to confidently face their futures!
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Service Academy Day: Thursday, Jan. 18
If your student is interested in any of the U.S. Military Academies (such as West Point, Naval Academy, or Air Force Academy), please consider joining our Virtual Service Academy Information Session hosted in conjunction with other high schools in the area. Click here or use the QR code to sign up to attend the info session on January 18 from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. The process opens for juniors in January!
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Spanish National Honor Society
Congratulations to the following Bishop Chatard students who were inducted this month into the Spanish National Honor Society: Elaine Anderson, Elisabeth Christenberry, Kaylee Durnil, Anne Felts, Gracen Gann, Rosa Grande-Tiro, Gavin Guffey, James Haines, Mariana Hankee, Karsyn Heim, Maeve Kalesperis, Andrew Kroner, Emma Kroner, Emily Meckauskas, Thomas O’Gara, Matthew Olivares, Alexander Paz, Alison Rodriguez-Diaz, Zachary Smith, Leonelle Stickel, Emma Townsend, Madison Turner and Mary Wirts.
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Spring Musical Auditions: January 10-11
Auditions for BCHS Theatre's Spring Musical, "The Addams Family," will be held on January 10 & 11 in the music room. All students are more than welcome to audition! Questions? Contact Tristan Zavaleta, tzavaleta@bishopchatard.org.
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Frostbite Dance: January 19
Announcing Bishop Chatard's newest winter dance event!
Frostbite is an elegant winter-themed semi-formal dance. All BCHS students are invited to attend, regardless of class year. This is a "Girls Ask the Guys" event.
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FAFSA Filing Event: January 24
Join INvestED at BCHS to complete the new FAFSA form! INvestED is a great resource to help answer any and all questions about paying for college. The Free Application for Federal Student Aid is an important form to receive both federal and institutional aid for college. The FAFSA is required for all Indiana seniors and must be completed by April 15 at the latest; however, some colleges have earlier deadlines so they can award their financial aid sooner.
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Schoolbelles Winter Sale!
Does your student need a new uniform? Schoolbelles will be having a sale on December 23 and 24, 2023. Free shipping and no minimum!
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Chatard-A-Bration 2024: 'Dancing Through the Decades' Needs Your Help!
Our amazing Bishop Chatard community always steps up when called, and this year's Chatard-A-Bration needs your help! If you can help out this year, there are many areas where you are needed. Click here to check out the volunteer opportunities, and let us know what works for you!
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SAVE THE DATE: BCHS Dance-A-Thon is
March 8, 2024
BCHS Dance-A-Thon is a long standing, student-run tradition dedicated to raising funds and awareness for Peyton Manning's Children Hospital. This event will take place on March 8, 2024, from 5 to 9 p.m. in the BCHS main gym. This year, BCHS is opening the event to North Deanery students in 5th through 8th grade. Participants will have the opportunity to learn a dance, mingle with high school students and engage in other fun activities! Registration will be available closer to the date.
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Tutors available!
If your student is having trouble in a class and looking for extra help, please scan the QR code or click here! Fill out the form to request a National Honor Society tutor and Mr. Horrigan or the school counselors will connect your student to a tutor!
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Class of 2028 Trojan Intent Form
Families who have received an acceptance letter for a student in the Class of 2028 are kindly requested to submit their Trojan Intent form as soon as possible, but no later than February 1, in order to secure a spot for your incoming freshman.
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Upcoming Student Service Opportunities |
The BCHS Christian Service Program provides organized opportunities for students to complete their school service requirement. Below are upcoming opportunities:
Area 1: Service to BCHS, Parish, or Faith Community:
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Trojan Tots Service - After school each day: see Ms. Katra in the Guidance Office for more information!
Area 2: Service rooted in Catholic Social Teaching: There are currently no upcoming Area 2 service opportunities.
Students interested in service opportunities are encouraged to see Mr. Milton for more information.
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Sneakers for Santa: Ends December 23!
Spread holiday cheer by donating gently used shoes in decent condition to families in need. Your donation will be sent to Changing Footprints, a non-profit organization that sorts and ships donations all over the world. Your kind gesture will make a difference in someone's life. Use this special time of the year to give back and show love to those who need it. Thank you for your generosity!
Drop off location: Black bin in cafeteria outside Campus Ministry Office.
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SAVE THE DATE: National Eucharistic Congress
We all know the power of prayer when two or more are gathered in the Lord's name, but what if it was 80,000 people? Next summer, join fellow students from BCHS and individuals from across the nation in reviving our love for the Eucharist at the National Eucharistic Congress from
July 17-21, 2024. Stay tuned for more details!
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Pack the Chapel Weekly Events
Everyone is always welcome to join in prayer during these times:
- Thursday, December 21: Communion Service at 8 a.m. in the SBC Chapel
- Friday, December 22: Adoration at 8 a.m. in the SBC Chapel
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Boys and Girls Swim Teams are City Champs!
BCHS boys and girls swim teams dominated the city tournament with record-breaking performances. Click here to read more!
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SAVE THE DATE: Boys Basketball North Deanery Night is February 1
All boys who play CYO Basketball in the North Deanery are invited to join the BCHS Boys Basketball Program for North Deanery Night. The boys will take on Roncalli Royals on Thursday, February 1. Stay tuned for more details coming soon via email and on the BCHS website!
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SAVE THE DATE: Wrestling North Deanery Night is January 10
All North Deanery boy wrestlers are invited to Wrestling North Deanery Night on Wednesday, Jan. 10, as the Trojans take on Hamilton Southeastern Royals. Free admission for North Deanery students!
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Pro-Life Club: Indiana March for Life is January 22!
Join the BCHS Pro-Life Club and other youth from across the state to celebrate the cause of life! On Monday, Jan. 22, there will be a packed schedule including a youth rally at the Indiana Convention Center, Mass, and the March for Life with a rally at the Indiana Statehouse. BCHS students will travel by bus to downtown Indianapolis to participate in the day's events. To get more information, students can plan on attending an information meeting in the cafeteria after school today (Dec. 20) during finals week. For any questions, feel free to contact Mr. Hilton, Ms. Bath, or Mrs. Oleson.
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Visit the BCHS Spirit Shop for Trojan gear
Prepare for upcoming sporting events with a visit to the Trojan Spirit Shop! Lots of new items to showcase your Trojan Pride are available.
The Spirit Shop is open:
- Tuesday - Friday on regular school days: Shop hours are 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
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The online store is open 24/7. Visit now!
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Holiday Hours at the BCHS Spirit Shop!
The Spirit Shop's doors will be open for a special holiday store hours on Friday, December 22 from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Don't miss your chance to stock up on all your spirit wear items and get your last-minute Christmas presents. This will be the final day of shopping before Christmas, so be sure to stop by!
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5885 Crittenden Avenue, Indianapolis, IN 46220
P: 317.251.1451 | F: 317.251.3648
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