OCTOBER 2023

The Athletics Department and Alumni Relations are teaming up to bring back the Alumni Soccer Game on Wednesday, November 22, at 4:00 p.m. at the College of Alameda. Please RSVP to play in the game by 11/17/23.

This year’s Alumni Basketball Games will be played on Friday, November 24, starting at 4:00 p.m. with alumni graduating in odd years playing alumni graduating in even years. At 5:00 p.m. our varsity team will take on our alumni from 2013 to 2023. You must RSVP to play in the games by 11/17/23.

If you are interested in donating food, drinks or help barbecue, please contact Athletic Director John Bertken at jbertken@sjnd.org or Alumni Director Vicki Bargagliotti at vbargagliotti@sjnd.org.

The Counseling Department and Alumni Office are working in partnership to bring internships and mentoring opportunities to current students. If your place of employment offers these programs or if you would be interested in serving as a mentor, please contact Alumni Director Vicki Bargagliotti at vbargagliotti@sjnd.org.

Do you know that you could be an SJND social media ambassador just by engaging with our posts on Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn? All you have to do is like, share, comment or repost SJND content. When you do, you help to amplify our messaging to your social networks. This brings the great things happening at SJND to a wider audience, helping to build our reputation and raise awareness of the many awesome experiences that our students live as part of their SJND education.

Don’t delay. It’s simple. Just like, share, comment, or repost today and often to spread the word and help us to let the world know what life at SJND is like. And, don’t forget, the best way to see all of our social media content is to follow us on Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn. Thank you, SJND social media ambassadors!

The Diocese of Oakland Kristina Taylor Science Fair presented by Saint Joseph Notre Dame High School will take place on Saturday, February 10, 2024 and we are in need of judges. 

As a judge, you will review science project displays using a developed rubric and then interview students using assigned questions as a guide. No previous science fair judging experience is needed. 

There will be an orientation for the judging processes via Zoom the week prior to the science fair. If interested, please complete the Registration for Science Fair Judges form by November 15.  More info will be sent via email after registering. If you have any questions, please contact Alumni Director Vicki Bargagliotti at vbargagliotti@sjnd.org. 

Beloved math teacher and department head

had a knack for inspiring his students and colleagues.

Read the story here.

Breadth and access to AP courses cited as

key to SJND student success.

Read the story here.

Yes, our 9th annual Dream Flight Gala was a huge success with a fantastic turnout and record-breaking generosity. The Claremont Country Club Ballroom in Oakland was filled with alumni, alumni parents, and friends of SJND. Thank you to the Kelly Family (classes of '51, '76, '79, and '80) for their generous sponsorship of the event.

Congratulations to our Christi Matri recipient Mark Zimmerman '68. And, a huge thank you also to all of our attendees, donors, sponsors, students, staff, and volunteers who made this a memorable night for tuition assistance for our hard-working, deserving students. From the student entertainment, the student keynote speaker, fantastic food and drink, live and silent auctions,

and nightcaps on the terrace, this was truly a night to remember. Pilots soaring!

View photos here.

Join attorneys Patricia A. Scott and SJND Trustee Christopher Aria '08 for an informational seminar on creating an estate plan as a way to care for yourself and your loved ones.

Topics discussed will include methods of planning for death and incapacity, the differences between a Living Trust and a Will, and the impact of creating a thoughtful estate plan after death, including how to avoid costly probate. Patricia and Chris will also provide information about how to give to family, loved ones, and organizations that are meaningful to you. The presentation will include a question-and-answer session.

Patricia A. Scott is the founder and principal attorney of Patricia Scott Law, APLC, a boutique law firm located in downtown Alameda, which has been serving the community for over 20 years. Patricia and her family are longtime St. Joseph parishioners. 

Chris Aria is an associate attorney at Patricia Scott Law. He was inducted into the SJND Athletic Hall of Fame in 2020.

Please RSVP by November 3, 2023.

For questions or additional information, contact Alumni Director

Vicki Bargagliotti at vbargagliotti@sjnd.org.

Congratulations to the SJND varsity sailing team and its strong showing in its first regatta of the year in the NorCal Regatta at the Richmond Yacht Club. In the Silver Fleet competition, Luke Probst '26 and Ella Schwartz '27 sailed to a solid 16th place and Melina Ahrens '27

and Ella placed an impressive 6th in their first regatta. Amanda Wheeler '25 and Reuben Butt '27 were moved up to the Gold Fleet and placed 19th

in this highly talented fleet.

Seniors were part of a four-man team for US Rowing that represented the U.S. in Paris, France in August.

Read the story here.

Our Admissions team encourages you to refer 8th grade parent(s) or guardian(s) you know who may be interested in learning more about selecting SJND as their high school to join us for a morning of information and campus tour.

Our Mornings with Admission sessions begin in the SJND Miller Library at 9:00 a.m. We'll discuss the admission process and the characteristics that make SJND the special place that it is. We'll also have a student panel to talk about their experiences and answer questions. Then, we'll take visitors on a tour of our school.

Here is the link to forward to interested parties who may want to sign up.

Our next Mornings with Admission will take place on November 13.



The Office of Alumni Relations would love to work with Class Agents to help plan and promote your class reunion. 

The following classes

will be celebrating a milestone:

1949, 1954, 1959, 1964, 1969,

1979, 1984, 1989, 1994, 1999,

2004, 2009, 2014, and 2019. 

If you are interested in helping to plan your reunion, the Alumni Office

is here and can provide you with a Reunion Planning Kit.

To get your kit, please contact Director of Alumni Relations and

Annual Giving Vicki Bargagliotti, vbargagliotti@sjnd.org.

Hello Class of 1974! Your Golden Reunion will be happening in 2024. The Alumni Office is looking for members of the class to serve on the Reunion Committee.

As a member of the committee, you will work closely with the Alumni Office to plan a

special and memorable celebration!

If interested, please contact Alumni Director Vicki Bargagliotti at vbargagliotti@sjnd.org.

Class of 1983 members celebrated their 40th reunion at Golden Gate Fields.

Class of 1978 members gathered at the 1400 Club in Alameda for their 45th reunion.

Have a new job? Just married or engaged?

Welcomed a baby? Moving?

We are always looking for ways to keep in touch with our beloved alumni family. 

Please fill out our simple online form using the button below so we can share your news!

Mary Watty Stelzner '41, who is 99½ is looking youthful and spry as she visited with Director of Advancement Lucy Lopez and Director of Alumni

Vicki Bargagliotti.

Kathleen Smith Hoie, Pat Fennelly Cronin, Kathy Bush Kenslow, and Maria “Nattie” Pinedo Dempsey, from the Class of 1960, enjoyed an afternoon of lunch

and friendship in Yountville, CA. 

Congratulations to Walter Allen III '69 on

his Leadership Award for Anti-Hate Work.

Read more.

Arthur Walton '62, Mary Bush Leoni '62,

and Charlie Fasso '62 had a mini reunion this

year in Arizona.

Sisters Eileen Dunn '79 and Maureen Dunn '75 have been owners of Done to Your Taste Catering and Events in Park City, Utah for more than 30 years. In that time, they have had the opportunity to provide services for the Olympics, US Ski & Snowboard, Sundance Film Festival,

and more. This past summer, they had the great opportunity to provide their services to

President Joe Biden. According to Maureen, “It has been an exhilarating experience and we

are still at it. Anyone visiting Park City, look us up, we would love it!

Christopher Livingston '11 with his beautiful wife and son, Cyrus Alain.

Samantha Porter '12 with her husband, Nick DeFerrari.

November 22 - Alumni Soccer Game at 4:00 p.m., College of Alameda

November 24 - Alumni Basketball Games, starting at 4:00 p.m., Kelly Gymnasium

December 1 & 2 - Island Classic Basketball 

December 9 - Christmas Concert at 7:30 p.m. in Basilica 

February 3, 2024 - SJND Crab Feed

February 10, 2024 - Kristina Taylor Diocesan Science Fair