Welcome to eLearning at Bishop Chatard
Bishop Chatard prepares students for success in the 21st Century by introducing eLearning into all aspects of the high school experience. Applications that open avenues for learning are introduced in classes and offered to students for use.
View BCHS Technology Responsible Use Policy
Bishop Chatard uses Apple products in academics: students have iPads, and teachers have Apple devices. Apple iWorks (Pages, Numbers, and Keynote) is our primary productivity suite. We also use Google Suite and Microsoft Office 365. Students use their iPads as their main learning tool, both in classrooms and at home.
Coronavirus Updates
We use many online tools to support learning. Here are a few of our most important academic systems:
E-Learning At BCHS
Bishop Chatard High School could potentially utilize the option of eLearning for missed school days, such as snow days. In the event that this would occur, the school building will be closed.BCHS Continuous Learning Plan, a document for the IDOE
>>Long Term Closure: eLearning Student Q&A (pdf)
>>Long Term Closure: eLearning Parent Info (pdf)
General Expectations
- Students are required to utilize their iPad or other electronic device and complete course content in Canvas.
- Learning for the student will continue as close as possible as it would on a regular school day.
- Students should log in to Canvas early in the day to begin class work.
What should a student do?
- Utilize Canvas for class instructional material. Login early but after 9:00 a.m..
- The course schedule for the day will be followed. That schedule can be found on the front page of The-Blueprint.org
Go to The-Blueprint.org - Students are required to complete an attendance form for each class. Each teacher will post the attendance form on their Canvas page by 9 a.m. Attendance forms must be completed by 1:00 p.m. Failure to complete the attendance form will result in a student being marked unexcused for that particular class and work submitted will not receive credit.
- Students are required to complete and submit all coursework as defined by the teacher.
- Student work will be graded and recorded in Powerschool. Work is due at the date/time defined by the teacher.
- All teachers will be available for questions between 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. via email or Canvas discussion board. Teachers will respond to student questions within one hour.
What will a teacher do on an eLearning Day?
- Teachers will have learning objectives, course content and the attendance form posted by 9 a.m.
- Teachers will be available between the hours of 9 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. for student support. Teachers will make every effort to answer questions within one hour.
- Teachers will grade student work and enter in Powerschool in a timely fashion.
What if a student is ill on an eLearning Day?
Parents: If your child is ill, please follow normal attendance protocol. Information can be found on the Bishop Chatard website: View procedure
How can students prepare for an eLearning Day?
Be certain you know how to access Canvas from home.
Check your ipad. Can it be charged? Is it operating correctly?
If you need assistance with your iPad or home internet access, please see the tech counter.
Ask a teacher if you have any additional questions.
Tech Counter hours during e-learning : The BCHS Tech Counter will be available “in the cloud” from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. on school days. Email gethelp@bishopchatard.org with school technology questions. This is available for teachers, students and parents. A response will be provided as quickly as possible.
PowerSchool
PowerSchool stores all of our student information: family information, grades, and transcripts. Students and parents have access to PowerSchool as their source for up-to-date information on student performance.
Canvas
Canvas is our learning management system. Students manage their courses, assignments, and teacher interactions in Canvas. Canvas is the foundation of the learning environment for students at Bishop Chatard.
Collaborative Learning Center, Library Research Database
All students have access to an online library database through the Marion Count Internet Library as a great reference and research resource. BCHS students can also access an electronic card catalog and make hold requests of BCHS library books through the ‘DestinyQuest’ app on their iPads. e-Books can be read via their Follett’s Reader app.Visit the Online Library Database
Collaborative Learning Center FAQs
MobileServe Service Hour Reporting App
All service hours are reported online via our MobileServe app. Students can use the app via iPad or cell phone to record hours at the location of the service. Students can also access announcements of service opportunities and a calendar for upcoming events in MobileServe.
Scoir College & Careers Software
Scoir streamlines the process of requesting, processing, sending and tracking the electronic delivery of all college application-related documents. More importantly, it’s very helpful for students and parents during the college search and selection process.
Digital Learning Tools
Our teachers use a variety of online tools to support their instruction. These tools are Web-based, so that students can access them from anywhere. This helps students spend extra time on learning at home or on the road. Our toolkit includes ALEKS for math, Khan Academy, Duolingo, Kahoot!, CK12, IXL.com and Albert Academy. We select learning tools that are engaging, fun, and augment our students’ classroom experience effectively.
My Meal Time
BCHS uses MyMealTime.com for our families’ convenience in the payment of lunches. It is not required. BCHS sets up an account and personal PIN number for each student. Money can be added to a student’s account online, as well as viewing account history and balance remaining. Applications for Free-Reduced Lunch benefits can also be made through MyMealTime.com.
FACTS
Online Tuition/Payment Management, Financial Aid Application
All families are asked to create a FACTS account which can be used for tuition payment and for incidental expense payment throughout the year, if desired. FACTS is also used to apply for financial aid.
SchoolMessenger
School Messenger is the phone and text messaging system BCHS uses to contact parents for urgent announcements, such as school closings due to weather. Phone numbers in PowerSchool are used to send these messages.
SafeArrival Absence Reporting
SafeArrival, a part of School Messenger, is used to report student absences during the school year. Parents can report absences via a phone number, website or app.
Directory Spot
This app displays the current BCHS student directory. It includes names, phones and addresses of students and mother/father phones. Questions? Contact Allison Mayer, amayer@bishopchatard.org or 317-251-1451, Ext. 2248
Parchment - eTranscript Exchange
For current students and BCHS alumni graduating in 2007 or later: Electronic transcripts can be requested and sent via Parchment. Contact your guidance counselor for specific instructions. Alumni graduating in 2006 or earlier: use this form to request a transcript.
Trojan Tech Counter
Make the friendly BCHS Trojan Tech Counter in the school cafeteria your first stop! Tyler Moore, the school’s Tech Support Specialist, is at the counter during the hours listed below to provide assistance.Monday: 8:30-9; 11:05 until the end of lunch; 3:15-3:30.
Tues-Thurs: 7:30-8; 11:05 until the end of lunch; 3:15-3:30.
Friday: 7:30-8; 11:05 until the end of lunch; 2:15-2:30.
Or, call the counter at 317-251-1451, Ext. 1882
Email gethelp
Meet the Technology Staff
Other Technology Help Contacts
Canvas Questions
Tyler Moore, Trojan Tech Counter
gethelp@bishopchatard.org
317-251-1451, Ext. 1882
FAQs
Tyler Moore, Trojan Tech Counter
gethelp
317-251-1451, Ext. 1882
FAQs
FACTS Financial Aid Application/Tuition Payment
Karen Feeney
kfeeney@bishopchatard.org
317-251-1451, Ext. 2238
FAQs
Karen Feeney
kfeeney
317-251-1451, Ext. 2238
FAQs
DirectorySpot BCHS Family Directory
Allison Mayer
amayer@bishopchatard.org
317-251-1451, Ext. 2248
FAQs
Allison Mayer
amayer
317-251-1451, Ext. 2248
FAQs
- Using Sketchnotes
- How to format an essay in Google Docs
- How to cite sources in MLA
- How to submit Google Docs to Canvas
- How to submit PDFs to Canvas
- How to submit a discussion post to Canvas
- How to submit screenshots/pictures to Canvas
- How to submit a text box assignment to Canvas
- How to submit iMovies to Canvas