Dates To Remember
Monday, 10/18
Internet Safety Presentation for parents
7:00 p.m. in gym
Thursday, 10/21
ND Walk-a-thon
(1/2 day schedule)
Friday, 10/22
Homecoming Dance
7:00 p.m.
Saturday, 10/23
7:00 p.m.
Saturday, 10/23
SHU Pitt Center Skybox 6-9 p.m.
Sunday, 10/24
Sister Marion Rielly Communion Breakfast
10:00 a.m. in gym |
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Care Club Drive Continues
The Care Club continues to collect donations for their "Project From the Heart". They are seeking donations of non-perisable items for our armed forces in Iraq and Afghanistan. All donations can be brought to the library. |
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Congratulations to...
 Congratulations to ND's Athletic Director/Guidance Counselor Rob Bleggi '93 and his wife Samantha on the birth of their son Jason Robbie who was born on September 30th.
Congratulations to the Notre Dame High School Class of 1960 who celebrated their 50th Reunion on Saturday, October 9 at Mill River Country Club in Stratford. The Class of 1960's 50th reunion is a milestone for the Notre Dame community as well as the Diocese of Bridgeport--this is the first class in the history of Notre Dame and the Diocese to celebrate their 50th reunion.
The event began at Our Lady of the Assumption in Fairfield with Mass celebrated by Monsignor Blasé Gintoli, a member of the Class of 1960. A reunion dinner followed at Mill River Country Club in Stratford. The event was attended by 85 members of the Class of 1960 and their guests.
Congratulations also go out to Jessica Cannon '14 who will be making her confirmation at St. Lawrence Church later this month. |
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News from the Chaplain
On October 7th, about 25 students attended a mass and a breakfast for a Celebration of the Feast of the Holy Rosary.
Special word of thanks to Kaitlyn Nolan '11 for her exceptional artistic job in putting together the Sympathy Card for the Purcell Family.
Another word of thanks to Brianna Karnedy '11 for her superb artistic job in putting together the Get Well/Praying for You prayer card for the Waldyers. |
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An Open House Thank You
A big thank you to everyone who helped to make Notre Dame's annual Open House a tremendous success on October 7. From faculty to students to parents, everyone's assistance was invaluable in helping to make the evening successful. Nearly 1,000 people attended the Open House and several hundred students took our entrance exam on Saturday. Please continue to spread the good news about Notre Dame and encourage any families who have yet to apply for admission to do so. Our next entrance exam is scheduled for Saturday, November 13 at 8:30 a.m. Contact the Admissions Office for details. |
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Internet Awareness Assembly
This Monday, October 18, Notre Dame Fairfield will be hosting Tom Grimes, a 20 year veteran of the New York City Police Department, who will be speaking to the student body on internet awareness and safety. Mr. Grimes will also present to parents on Monday evening at 7:00 p.m. in Room 201A. Parents and guardians are invited and encouraged to attend this presentation.
The presentation is geared toward the parents and guardians of young people who utilize social networking sites such as MySpace, Twitter and Facebook. Mr. Grimes provides the audience with an explicit understanding of what children and teens are commonly doing daily on the internet, which many parents may not be fully aware of. Innocent behaviors such as "status updates" and photo posting are discussed. |
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Faculty/Staff Retreat
The Notre Dame faculty enjoyed a retreat day on Friday, October 8 at Our Lady of Peace Church in Stratford. The day, organized by Notre Dame Campus Minister Jessica Medoff, gave the staff an opportunity to reflect on our mission, both as a school and personally. The guest speaker was Father Peter Lynch from St. Catherine's Church in Trumbull. |
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Notre Dame Spirit Week
ND's annual spirit week will begin on Thursday, October 21 with the Walk-a-thon (dismissal at 11:30 a.m.). The semi-formal Homecoming dance will be held on Friday, October 22. There will also be a daily activities/events for students the week of October 25. |
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Notre Dame Spirit T-Shirts
Show your Lancer Spirit and purchase this year's Notre Dame Spirit T-shirt. Spirit Week T-shirts will be available beginning Monday, October 18th. The cost is $10.00 each. T-shirts can be worn at this year's walk-a-thon and during spirit week activities.
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Walk-a-thon and Field Day
Notre Dame's annual Walk-a-thon and Field Day will take place on October 21st. This is a half day for our students. The day will begin with a 4 mile walk around the ND campus followed by field day activities in which classes will compete against one another for class bragging rights. Refreshments will be available for purchase throughout the event. Parents and students are reminded that each family is encouraged to raise $75 in walk-a-thon donations (information packets were mailed home last week). Donations should be sent in before October 21st and can be dropped off in the main office. We are hoping for 100% participation! Parent volunteers are also needed to help with the day's activities. Please contact Theresa Marzik if you can help or if you have any questions.
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Welcome Mass and Breakfast for New Families
While all ND community members are invited, a special invitation to new ND families ... please join us for a Welcome Mass and Breakfast on Sunday, October 24 at 10:00 am in the ND Gym. Please contact Theresa Marzik if you and your family plan to attend this special event. |
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Homecoming Weekend
Homecoming Weekend will take place Friday, October 22nd through Sunday, October 24th. Activities planned are:
Student Homecoming Dance - Friday, October 22nd. This is a semiformal dance for all students.
Homecoming Adult Social - Saturday, October 23rd - 6:00 - 9:00 p.m. - Sacred Heart University Pitt Center Skybox - $20.00 per person includes beer, wine, soda, and hors d'oeuvres. Reservations are required -- please contact Theresa Marzik by October 20th.
Homecoming Football Game - Saturday, October 23rd - 7:00 pm. Cheer on our Notre Dame Lancers as they play Oxford under the lights at Sacred Heart University. Let's go Lancers!!!
Sister Marion Rielly Mass and Breakfast - Sunday, October 24th -10:00 a.m. Celebrate this annual tradition at ND. Join us for Mass and Breakfast. |
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Student Ambassadors Wanted
We are looking for students who exemplify what Notre Dame is all about. Are you willing to get the word out to the community about all the great things we have going on? Do you fit this mold? Do you think you can help us in recruiting and sharing the news of Notre Dame to the public? If so, you should consider becoming a Student Ambassador! Click here for information on how to become an ambassador. |
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Ed-Line Update
Parent activation codes have been mailed home for all families to access weekly Ed-Line academic updates. Teachers have already posted their first progress reports. The next update will be by October 17. |
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Notre Dame's SupportMall
Don't forget to participate in Notre Dame's new online fundraiser -- Notre Dame's SupportMall. This is an easy way to earn money for Notre Dame with every online purchase you make. The ND Shopping Mall offers the widest variety of products and special bargains from the best online stores available. Click on the SupportMall link on ND Website or on the ND Update. You can also log on to the SupportMall website by going to http://NotreDame.SupportMall.com. |
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Notre Dame Lancer Literary Circle
The Notre Dame Lancer Literary Circle, ND's parent book club, will meet again on Wednesday, October 28th at 7:00 pm in the library. Currently the group is reading Three Weeks with My Brother by Nicholas and Micah Sparks. Join us on the 28th ... new members are always welcome. |
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Help Us Share Your Child's Good News ...
If you have information to share about any out-of-school achievements of your son or daughter, please e-mail that information to cipriano@notredame.org. We look forward to the opportunity to share your good news with the entire Notre Dame community. |
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