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Dates To Remember
Tuesday, May 24
Last Day of Classes for Seniors / Half Day Schedule (all students)
Thursday, May 26
Senior Class Picnic
Athletic Banquet
Friday, May 27
Bishop's Holiday
No School
Thursday, June 2
Baccalaureate Mass
SHU Chapel
Saturday, June 4
Graduation
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 ... Mr. Marc Sulzycki, co-chair of the English Department, and his wife Holly on the birth of their son, Evan on Tuesday, May 17. Evan weighed ten pounds, eight ounces at birth and, he, mom, and dad are all doing well. ...Gina DeSimone '12 was awarded the Rosamund F. Lange Ballet Award which is presented to dancers for their dedication and the pursuit of excellence in technique and presentation in each dance discipline. Gina dances at the Middlesex Dance Center. She was also part of a group of girls (known as MDC Pink) who organized and walked in honor of her director/ instructor, Toni-Lynn Miles, at the CT Breast Health Initiative's walk against breast cancer on May 7. They raised over $200. ... Kayla Frosceno '11 who was named the Connecticut Post Athlete of the Week. Kayla, a member of the softball team (which qualified for the state tournament for the first time since 2003), pitched three excellent games last week (picking up three victories), earning her this honor.
 ... Shyam Desai '11 who received a $4,000 Kiwanis Club of Fairfield scholarship. Shyam and his family were honored at a luncheon this week where he was presented with the scholarship check. Shyam plans to attend Wesleyan University in the fall and study pre-med.
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One hundred and sixty seniors and guests celebrated their Senior Prom, "Light Up the Night" Thursday night at the Italian  Community Center in Stamford. The Senior Prom Court included: Duke and Duchess, Mike Saia and Lily Staudt, Lord and Lady, Jeovany Colon and Destiny George, Prince and Princess, Marcus Ortiz and Abby Baricko and King and Queen, Ben Viccari and Tracey Kamlani. Thank you to the teachers who attended as chaperones: Fr. Bill, Mrs. Marzik, Miss Medoff, Miss Alberti, Mr. Salce, Mr. and Mrs. Winkler, Fr. Cipriani, Mr. Carl Philipp and Miss Zembrzuski.
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CT Geographic Challenge
 Brittany Perez '11, Shyam Desai '11, Kaitlin Adams '13, and Michael Lenard '13 attended the CT Geographic Challenge at UConn on May 17. These dedicated students competed in problem solving, map reading, orienteering and a geography bowl. Congressman Joe Courtney took time to visit the competition that day. Our students had a great time and made the front page of the Hartford Courant, Connecticut section. Click here to view the article.
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Only One Week Left For Notre Dame's Annual Raffle
Please don't forget that Notre Dame's annual raffle drawing will take place next Thursday, May 26 at 3:00 pm in the school's main office. Two books of ten tickets were mailed home to every Notre Dame family in March. Prizes this year are: 1st prize - cash prize of $2,000, 2nd prize - cash prize of $1,000 and 3rd prize - cash prize of $500. Just think a $5 ticket could turn into $2,000! By taking a chance to win a cash prize, you are also helping to support Notre Dame. We hope you will make every attempt to sell your tickets. Please return ALL sold and unsold tickets to school prior to the 3:00 pm drawing on Thursday, May 2h and don't forget to stay by the phone on the 26th...you could be a winner!
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Notre Dame Golf Tournament - June 27, 2011
Notre Dame's Bob Shea Memorial Golf Tournament is only 6 weeks away. We are still accepting golfers to play in this year's tournament at the Redding Country Club. There are many ways in which you can help to make this year's event a success. Perhaps you would like to help by donating a service, item, or gift certificate to our raffle. Or maybe you or the company you work for would like to sponsor our event. All donations are tax deductible and your sponsorship or donation will be prominently featured in our event program. If you think you would like to sponsor our event, donate a raffle item, or if you are interested in playing in the tournament, please contact Theresa Marzik in the Advancement Office at marzik@notredame.org or (203) 372-6521 or click on the following links: Sponsorship form, Donation form, Brochure.
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Schedule Change
On Tuesday, May 24, all students will be dismissed at 11:30 a.m. to allow teachers from across the Diocese to conduct a joint meeting regarding contract ratification.
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Summer Reading
The Notre Dame summer reading selections have been made. All Juniors and Seniors will read The Color of Water by James McBride and the Sophomores and Freshmen will read The Boy in the Striped Pajamas by John Boyne. There will be tests on the novels when students return and there will also be discussion and writing assignments. These novels may also expand into other disciplines such as religion and history. We hope that students will enjoy these selections, and we encourage parents to participate in the reading. Both novels offer a wealth of discussion and promise. Please contact Ms. Miller with any questions.
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Sophomore Class
Thank you so much to everyone who baked and made our bake sale a huge success! We wish our seniors all the best!
The Sophomore ring dance will be on June 10 at Vazzy's Four Season's in Stratford. Tickets will be $40 and will be on sale next week.
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Message to Seniors
Please complete the graduation survey on Naviance ASAP. If you have any questions about the survey, please stop by the Guidance Office.
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Thank You From the Key Club
Thank you to all those who participated in the recent dress down day! We were able to raise $750.00 for Big Brothers, Big Sisters! Our last meeting this year will be May 23 in room 212!
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News From the Athletic Department
Fall Sports Sign-Ups
Any student interested in playing a fall sport (Football, Boys' & Girls' Soccer, Boys' & Girls' Cross Country, Volleyball, & Cheerleading), please sign-up in the guidance office. Any questions, see Mr. Bleggi.
Girls' SoccerAny girl interested in playing soccer next fall should attend a meeting on Monday, May 23, at 2:00 pm in Room 212. If you cannot attend, please see Mr. Bleggi.
Car Wash
On Sunday, May 22 from 9:00 am - 3:00 pm, the baseball team will be holding a car wash and bake sale in the ND parking lot. The cost for cars and SUVs will be $5.00. Anyone interested in purchasing a ticket can see any baseball player or Mr. Bleggi. CheerleadingThere will be a mandatory meeting for students interested in cheerleading next year on Wednesday, May 25 at 6:00 pm in the gym. If you cannot attend the meeting, please see Mr. Bleggi. Spring Athletic Awards Banquet
The Spring Athletic Awards Banquet will be held on Thursday, May 26 at 6:30 pm in the Notre Dame gym. Please RSVP by Monday, May 23 to Mr. Bleggi.
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Home School Association Clothing Drive
The Home School Association will be sponsoring a clothing drive fundraiser on Saturday, June 11 from 10:00 am - 3:00 pm. Clean out those closets and bring in your used (and clean) clothing, shoes and accessories. All items should be put into tied plastic garbage bags. Notre Dame will receive thirteen cents for every pound collected. Tell your friends, family and neighbors. If you have any questions, please contact our Home School President, Jennifer Searles at poohmets@aol.com.
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Parents Needed
The Notre Dame Parent Association is already gearing up for 2011-2012 school year. The Parent Association is an active group of parent volunteers, who in conjunction with the faculty, staff, and administration, work together to benefit the entire Notre Dame community, especially our students. The Parent Association encourages all parents to get involved in making your child's experience at Notre Dame the best it can be. There are numerous ways to get involved and share your time and talents. The Parent Association is responsible for fundraising throughout the year and hosting many wonderful events. All fundraising proceeds go to enrich the school's academic programs, and purchase needed equipment with the ultimate goal of maximizing the quality of instruction to our children. We need a few parents to be a part of the Executive Board in various capacities-Vice President, Secretary, Hospitality Coordinator, and Class Representatives (2 each from the Sophomore, Junior and Senior Class). If you would like to be considered for a position on the Parent Association Board, please contact Jennifer Searles, Parent Association President at poohmets@aol.com. With your help we can make the 2011-12 school year a fun and exciting year for ALL!
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ND Arts, Crafts and Music Show
The ND Arts, Crafts and Music show will be held on Saturday, May 21 from 2 to 5 pm in the Notre Dame cafeteria. Pieces from various students such as Sarah McDonald '11, Brianna Karnedy '11, Kelisha Dort '13 and from faculty, Jim Lombardo and Radley Manzo, will be for sale. Half of the proceeds from the sale will go to Notre Dame. There will also be live music from Anne Barns and Mike Dotolo, an acoustic duo who will perform covers and original songs and by the Notre Dame Choir. For more information, contact art teacher Jim Lombardo at lombardo@notredame.org.
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Sister Marion Rielly Scholarships
Applications continue to be available for the Sister Marion Rielly Scholarship for current freshmen, sophomores and juniors. Qualifications for this $2,000 scholarship include: Christian dedication, Excellence in leadership, Academic endeavor, Service to school and community, Participation in the arts, Extra-curricular participation. Applications are available in the main office and are due by Wednesday, May 25, 2011. |
Father Bill's Barbecue Sauce
Father Bill's Best Barbecue Sauce which had its debut at the Garlicfest, is once again available. The unique combination of sweet maple syrup and tangy garlic in a specially blended barbecue sauce is the brain child of Father Bill and Judy Waldeyer and is specially prepared by her. Each 12 ounce bottle retails for $5.00. Contact the Advancement Office to make your purchase. |
Easy Ways To Earn Money For Notre Dame
Don't forget to participate in our 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 over 900 of the best online stores available. Click on the SupportMall link on the ND Website (www.notredame.org) or you can also log on to the support mall website - http://NotreDame.SupportMall.com.
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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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