Simon Didat, BCHS Class of 2019, will graduate from law school at the University of Dayton School of Law on May 9, 2026. He will be the student speaker for his class at Commencement. In September, Simon will begin doing Patent Prosecution at Dinsmore & Shohl LLP.

Congratulations, Simon, on your achievements!

Christopher Board, BCHS Class of 2023, is making an impact at Wabash College as both a student-athlete and assistant volleyball coach. A team captain and campus leader, Board brings a “next-ball mentality,” focusing on growth, teamwork, and resilience — values shaped during his time at Chatard and now guiding his leadership on and off the court.

Congratulations to alumna Sia Nyorkor, BCHS Class of 1996, who is an anchor and reporter at WKYC Channel 3 in Cleveland. She recently was honored with a Gracie Award — a prestigious honor recognizing outstanding programming and individual achievements by, for, and about women in media.

Congratulations to Sydney (Sorensen) and Leo Dagon, both from the BCHS Class of 2020, who recently were married at St. Joan of Arc Church. Meeting each other at freshmen orientation, they will be residing in Houston, TX to start their married life!

Katrina (Ware) McGee, BCHS Class of 2000, and family welcomed their 7th child, Zachariah McGee, into the world in September 2025. Congratulations on the new member of your family, Katrina!

Chris Tarpey, BCHS Class of 2011, and Annie (Bates) Tarpey, BCHS Class of 2012, welcomed baby boy #4 into their family: Frederick “Eddie” Matthew Tarpey! Congratulations!

Congratulations to Kelsey (Shannon) Becker, BCHS Class of 2008, on the birth of a baby boy, Jack Stephen.

Natalie Priser, BCHS Class of 2022, was selected as one of just 33 outstanding Indiana women to serve as a 2026 500 Festival Princess. Representing 19 colleges and universities and 21 cities across the state, this year’s class boasts a cumulative 3.75 GPA.
Chosen from hundreds of applicants, the Princesses are recognized for their academic achievement, community involvement, exceptional leadership, and pride in their Hoosier heritage.

Congratulations Natalie!

Matthew Williford, BCHS Class of 2020, recently became the new owner of Illinois Street Food Emporium, a longtime Butler-Tarkington neighborhood favorite.

A native Hoosier who grew up in SoBro, Matthew attended Bishop Chatard before graduating from Purdue University and beginning his career with C-SPAN in West Lafayette. Drawn by a desire for connection and community, he ultimately chose entrepreneurship over office life and is now focused on building a welcoming neighborhood gathering place.

Stop by the Illinois Street Food Emporium at 5550 N Illinois Street