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| News from Notre Dame High School | Notre Dame High School
November 11, 2011
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It's Not What, It's How and Who
By Julie Clemens, Director of Institutional Advancement
 I have often heard our Principal, Ms. Gleason, say: "Ladies, we're practicing for life here. Is that how you should sit at the table?" And I have heard her reassure a few parents that they need not worry about their daughters: "She's not finished yet; she'll be a fine young woman." Perhaps Ms. Gleason has a crystal ball in which she can predict the future! More likely she has a deep faith supported by many years of experience which help to isolate situations from the long-term perspective.
At NDB we endeavor daily to live out the ideals and values that we share as a Catholic college preparatory school. It's not just about what we do, but more about how we educate your daughter. Sometimes living out these ideals means gently pushing your daughter to a new height of achievement; at other times we must allow your daughter to make her own mistakes. Occasionally a young woman will be held accountable for her actions; and always she will be compassionately supported to be the best she can be. Whether your daughter has met her "favorite" teacher who has now become a role model or she has become fully empowered to take control of her learning, we are on a continuous journey to transform the girls who enter our school into young women who will impact their communities. NDB girls leave an impression - it's as much about who they are, as what they do.
We hope that your experience concurs with our endeavors. If not, we trust that you will share with us the ways in which we can improve your daughter's experience at NDB. As the weeks pass and we move into the season of giving thanks and sharing, we hope that you will remember that NDB needs both your spiritual and financial support. Your gifts of time, talent, and treasure are all integral to providing your daughter with the extraordinary experience that is NDB.
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Please come to the next
Parent Association Meeting
Wednesday, November 16
at 7:00 p.m.
Following the brief Parent Association meeting, prepare yourself for BUNCO! Come roll the dice and have some fun! If you are planning to attend BUNCO, please RSVP to Brenda Walsh at bawalsh5@gmail.com.
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Freshman Field Trip Needs Chaperones
The entire freshman class will be attending a field trip on Wednesday, November 16 to the Tech Museum in San Jose. They will experience the Islamic Science exhibit and other areas of the museum as part of their social science and science classes. We need parent chaperones to supervise groups of 8. We will take CalTrain and walk to the museum. Please contact Rosemary Boardman if you are interested in joining us at rboardman@ndhsb.org.
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Empowered for Success Program
Assistive Technology Workshops
During Student-Teacher Collaboration
 Do you love technology? Do you need help with your assignments and homework? Learn how Inspiration, Kurzweil 3000, Live Scribe Pen, and other software programs can help!
Download the flyer.
For more information, contact Ms. Russell at
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 Notre Dame High School Financial Aid
TADS Financial Aid Application must be submitted on-line. The NDHS Supplemental Application must be uploaded to the online TADS application and a hard copy sent to Notre Dame High School. All families who apply for financial aid and reside within the Archdiocese of San Francisco (San Francisco, Marin, and San Mateo Counties) are strongly encouraged to apply for the Archdiocesan Catholic High School Scholarship Program by Notre Dame High School's deadline of January 8, 2012.
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Close Up - Washington D.C.
 If your daughter is interested in attending the Washington D.C. trip in March, deposits are due Saturday, November 13 via www.closeup.org. If you have any questions please contact Katie Mitchell at kmitchell@ndhsb.org.
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The Annual Notre Dame Crab Cioppino is now The 2011 Crab & Casino.
Click here to reserve your space for this celebration on Saturday, November 19, 2011.
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 The Annual Notre Dame Crab and Casino will soon be here, and we need your help to make it a successful event. Dads, please find the volunteer form and help us in any way that you can.
Please contact Tony Villanueva for more information.
 The NDB Dads Club will be organizing a Fall Community Service event at Second Harvest Food Bank in Redwood City on Saturday, December 10 or 17 from 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. There are a limited number of spots each day. Please email Eric Hartness at ehartness@pinger.com by Monday, November 14 if you would like to participate. |
Counseling Corner
 Financial Aid Information Night
Senior families who wish to apply for financial aid for college will want to attend this informative event on December 15 at 7:00 p.m. in the NDB dining room. FAFSA, Cal Grant, and Federal Government financial aid programs will be reviewed. Please review your daughter's college choices as a CSS Profile may be needed. 
High School Years offers useful tips and practical ideas to parents on issues from improving school success to facing tough teen challenges. Please click here to read the latest issue of High School Years. |
NDB Seniors Compete in Math and Science for Scholarships
Congratulations to seniors Nicole Dudaney and Kelsey Clausing for advancing NDB to the regional finals of the DemandTec Retail Challenge. They are now competing for scholarship prizes ranging from $1,000 - $5,000 and an opportunity to compete in the semi-finals.  The outcome of the regional finals (where they will be making a 20 minute presentation to a panel) will be announced on November 18! |
Faculty/Staff Wish List
For Math Department
For Visual & Performing Arts Department - 8 - 4'x6' Mylar Mirrors with low rollers for Dance Class @ $600.00 each
For Campus Ministry - Kairos Retreat Sponsorships, Full $250.00, Partial $150.00
For World Languages
For the Faculty Copy Room - Paper Shredder - Used and in good condition high capacity (25-50 sheet) OR $1,800.00 to purchase a new one.
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News from Notre Dame Athletics
Congratulations to seniors Danielle Mar and Nicole Murillo on being recognized by the West Coast Athletic Conference in the 2011 Tennis All League Teams.
 Winter Sports Parent Meeting The Winter Sports Parent Meeting for parents whose daughters make a Winter NDB Team is scheduled for Monday, November 14 at 6:30 p.m. in the NDB Dining Room. Jason Levine, NDB's Athletic Director, will discuss the upcoming winter season, and coaches will conduct team specific meetings beginning at 7:00 p.m.
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Letterman Jacket Ordering and Information Night is scheduled for Monday, November 14 from 6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
If your daughter has earned her varsity letter at NDB, this is for you. Our NEFF Representative John Gillette will have custom sample jackets on display and ordering information available. The jacket makes a great Holiday gift! If you have any questions, email Athletic Director, Jason Levine at jlevine@ndhsb.org.
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Alumnae Games
NDB Alumnae Basketball Game is scheduled for November 23 in the Moore Pavilion at 6:30 p.m.
NDB Alumnae Soccer Game is scheduled for December 22 on the NDNU Soccer Field at 3:30 p.m.
La Fonda's Mexican Food will cater dinner following each game. Please RSVP with Mrs. Iannone at piannone@ndhsb.org. Donations to NDB Athletics are welcome.
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Intersession 2012
The Intersession Catalog is here! There are also hard copies to peruse in the Counseling o
Office, the Library, and the Student Services Office. Check out some of the exciting ways you can spend March 13 - 16. You will be able to sign up online beginning Monday, November 14.
Community Mural Painting at NDB (Earn NDB Service Hours) In the tradition of the Precita Eyes mural painters in San Francisco's Mission District, NDB students will collaboratively design and paint a mural together on the walls of NDB. Our 2012 mural may include the fence outside the pool area and an interior wall still to be determined. Lunch will be provided.
 Law and Order
Students will experience the careers of FBI agents, SWAT, police officers, DEA, secret service, crime lab detectives, judges, and lawyers in this jam-packed 4 day course! We will tour various departments, courtrooms, jails, and labs in the bay area. You will learn how to cast fingerprints, search for and bag evidence, control a bomb detonating robot, see a trial in session, tour the SFPD Mission Station and see their gun vault, and much more! Cost covers public transportation on one day and lunches on all four days. Students MUST be able to drive themselves to and from 2 different locations on one day. This course filled up quickly 2 years ago, so be among the first to sign up!
Disneyland and California Adventure Do you like fun? Me too! Come spend two days at the Disneyland Resort. One day will be spent at Disneyland and the other will be at California Adventure. On our first night you will have a chance to experience a bonfire on Huntington Beach (weather and time permitting). So grab your Mickey Mouse hats and come with us to the Happiest Place on Earth! Please note the final cost may be lower depending on student enrollment. Students will be responsible for spending money and food purchase.
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 Mixed Bag Fundraisers
Your daughters should have brought home a Mixed Bag Designs catalog. When you place your order directly through the school, we receive 50% of the purchase price.
You can go to Mixed Bag Designs, enter your order, and it will be shipped directly to you. Upon checkout, type 47855 in the "School/ Fundraiser ID#" field. You can also enter the name of the participant that referred you to this fundraiser in the "Referred By" field for them to receive credit. Thank you for your support!
Download the flyer
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