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Dates To Remember
Monday, November 7
Halloween Dress Down/Dress up day
Tuesday, November 8
Election Day
Half day schedule
11:00 am dismissal
Wednesday, Nov. 9
Underclassmen Yearbook Pictures/
ND Gala @ Waterview
Thursday, Nov. 10
Pink Fundraiser for Breast Cancer Research
Friday, November 11
Veteran's Day
No School
Monday, November 14
College Planning Meeting for Junior Parents 7 p.m.
Tuesday, November 15
Academic Awards Banquet and Honor Society Inductions
6:30 p.m.
Thursday, Nov. 17
Report Cards - Parent/Teacher Conferences
1:00-4:00
6:00-8:00
1/2 Day Schedule
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 ... Webster Pierce '12, Amy Pagliaro '13, Sean Cronan '14, and Lesly Gee '15, who were named as October Students of the Month. These students were selected based upon faculty nominations and a committee selection and recognized for their good work in the community.
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On Saturday, October 29, members of Campus Ministry, their families and ND friends prepared and served breakfast for the veterans at the Homes for the Brave Shelter in Bridgeport. Over 30 men were served egg sandwiches, sausage, homemade muffins/pastries, hash browns, french toast and juice. The following students volunteered their time: Mark Komaromi '14, Tyler Owen '14, John Shrelki '15, Evan Yiannoulis '13, John Notarfrancesco '14, Emmett Whelan '14, Phil Di Noto '13 and Mark Salvioli '13. Family member volunteers included: John's sisters - Catherine and Claire Notarfrancesco and John's parents - Albert Notarfrancesco and Mary Ellen O'Connor, Marianne Cassidy, Kathy Stefanatos, Mark's dad - Mark Komaromi, Theresa Marzik and Joanne Salvioli. ND friends who volunteered were Clarissa Cincotta and Isabelle and Linda Boccuzzi.
On Friday, October 28, the following students played big brothers and big sisters to the first grade class of Saint Andrew School in Bridgeport. The day began with trick or treating at ND classrooms and offices, followed by an amazing and entertaining magic show from our own Dan Murphy '13. There were, of course, plenty of treats consumed in the cafeteria at the party. This was followed by a contest where the kids, armed with a roll of toilet paper, tried to "create" the best mummy.
Thanks to all the teachers who participated either by baking or handing out candy. ND hosts included: Alyssa Tynan '12, Amanda Supple '12, Jillian Gelmetti '14, David Bova '12, Brandon Patrick '12, Emmett Whelan '14, Tiana Bolton '13, Charlie Fallon '14, Jerlisa Thomas '13, Andrew Goldstein '14, Mary Boyle '12, Cameron Barquinero '13, Jasmine Barada '12, Rachel Hiatt '12, Jessica Fogassa '15, Sara Figueroa '13, Donte Peeler '15, Glody Tumba '15, Becky Stefanatos '15, Tori Samutulski '15, Abby Porzio '15, Steve Cavallo '13, Christina Rodriguez '12, Dan Murphy '13, Blake Torres '12, Keith Quinde '15, Tyanna Palmer '13, Jackie Rzasa '12 and Laura Pekar '13.
 On Sunday, October 30, students gathered in the ND Chapel for Mass, followed by a Boo at the Beardsley Zoo outing. This was a big brother/big sister event coordinated with the first grade class of Saint Raphael School in Bridgeport. Each little brother and sister was accompanied by a ND student for a festive and spooky stroll through the zoo. The following students participated: Maria Delgado '13, Medjine Jean Jacques '12, Cassie Picard '12, Danielle Bahr '12, Jerlisa Thomas '13, Kevin Bradley '14, Corinna Santos '12, Tori Kuhn '13, Jessica Kuhn '11, Jasmine Barada '12, Sofi Geismar '13 and Sara Figueroa '13.
On Wednesday, November 2, the junior and senior members of the boys' and girls' hockey team were big brothers and big sisters to the sixth grade class of Saint Ann School in Bridgeport. Everyone enjoyed a Bridgeport Sound Tiger game that was part of a state wide school promotion day. The following students participated: Brendan Walsh '12, Austin Mancini '12, Brandon Pavlik '13, Cameron Barquinero '13, Colin Rush '13, Dom Casablanca '13, Frank Zumbo '13, Matt Heim '13, Matt Tolster '13, Peter Petrino '13, Sal Sereno '13, Erik Laaksonen '13, Taylor Chavez '13, Tom Bergamasco '13, Mike Samulenas '13, Scott Kline '13, Jake Novak '13, Dave Confarotta '13, Morgan Cianelli '12, Mary Kate Vincenzi '12, Molly Verderame '12, Jordan D'Aurio '12, Katie Yellen '13 and Frank Sullivan '14.
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 The art students latest projects are their halloween masks which have animal prints. A site has been set up for students to upload images of their recent art projects. Click here to view some of the work that is being done in Mr. Testani's art class.
 The Connecticut Post was covering the Art Gallery at Sacred Heart when our Art students were visiting the exhibit during their field trip last week. Click here to view the article.
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Underclassmen Yearbook Pictures
Freshmen, sophomores and juniors will have their yearbook pictures taken on Wednesday, November 9, during English classes. Students will receive picture package order forms next week. All students will be photographed for the yearbook, and any students ordering pictures must bring their order envelope and extra payment (cash or check) with them on Wednesday.
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Academic Banquet/Honor Society Inductions
On Tuesday, November 15, the second annual Academic Awards Banquet and Honor Society Inductions Ceremony will be held. Letters were mailed home to all students who will be honored at this ceremony. RSVPs for the dinner and ceremony should be sent to the main office by Thursday, November 10. |
First Marking Period Ending
The first marking period ends on Friday, November 4. Report cards will be available for pick-up and teachers will be available for conferences on Thursday, November 17 from 1:00 - 4:00 pm and 6:00 - 8:00 pm. The first Ed-line update of the second marking period will be posted by teachers by November 20.
With the start of the second marking period comes the winter dress code. Polo shirts can no longer be worn until the spring. Gentlemen are to wear shirt and tie and ladies are to wear blouses. |
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On November 13, Notre Dame students and parents will be traveling to Boston College to participate in the SPLASH program. Students have enrolled in a variety of interesting and unique courses such as Social Issues in Disney Movies, Explosive Chemistry, and Hip Hop/New Glory/Glitch Choreography. There is something to satisfy everyone's taste, but spaces are filling up quickly! Check out the Splash curriculum by clicking here. You may also find us on our Facebook event page Notre Dame of Fairfield SPLASHES into Boston College! Please contact Matt Tolster '13 in Room 317 or Roberta Tolster at rtolster@bridgeport.edu with any questions.
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The Guidance office is having a meeting for Junior parents on November 14 at 7:00 pm. The topic will be the college planning process. It is important for Junior parents to attend.
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Annual Trumbull Arts Festival Writing Competition
For details regarding this coming year's Annual Trumbull Arts Festival Writing Competion (fiction, non-fiction and poetry), please see Dr. Callaghan in Room 311. A student does NOT need to be a Trumbull resident to enter.
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The Champion Available in Softcover
 Mr. St.Onge is pleased to announce that his novel, The Champion, is now available in softcover! The price of the softcover version is $15, but Notre Dame students and members of the ND 'extended family' can purchase The Champion for $10. Mr. St.Onge will donate $3 to Notre Dame for every softcover copy bought from him during the 2011-2012 school year. Want to know more about The Champion? Visit Mr. St.Onge's website!
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College Representatives - Week of November 7
Representatives from the following colleges will be available to meet with Seniors the week of November 7:
- Monday, November 7 at 1 pm - St Joseph College in Maine
- Wednesday, November 9 at 1 pm - Southern Conn State University
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Johns Hopkins Center for Talented Youth
The Johns Hopkins Center for Talented Youth will be holding informational sessions on November 16 (7:00 pm) at the Courtyard New Haven in Orange. For more information, please contact Bridgette Yee McIntyre at (410) 735-7097. |
Key Club's Thanksgiving Turkey Drive
The Key Club's Thanksgiving Turkey Drive has begun! The Key Club is responsible for collecting 300 frozen turkeys for needy area families. If you see a great sale or get a free turkey from work, please keep us in mind. If you would like to donate a frozen turkey please email Mrs. Miller or Ms. Zembrzuski.
Please drop off turkeys to ND on November 18.
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Athletic Department Update
Football
ND Football is home this weekend versus Weston.
Winter Sports Try-Outs
Girls' Basketball try-outs begin on Monday, November 21 at 3:00 pm in the gym..remember in order to try-out, students need an up-to-date physical on file with the nurse as well as a parental consent form on file with Mr. Bleggi.
Boys' Basketball will begin on Monday, November 28.
Boys' Ice Hockey will begin on Monday, November 28 at 6:00 pm at the Milford Ice Pavilion. There will be a meeting for all players on Sunday, November 27 at 5:00 pm at the Milford Ice Pavilion. Players can bring their hockey bags to the meeting.
Indoor Track will begin on Monday, November 28 at 2:15 pm.
Girls' Ice Hockey starts on Monday, November 14 at 5:15 pm at the Milford Ice Pavilion.
The Fencing Team will begin practices at the end of November.
Basketball Conditioning
The girls' basketball staff is running a strength and conditioning program every Tuesday and Thursday at 6:30 pm through Thursday, November 20. All girls interested in basketball are welcome.
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Booster Club Wine Tasting Event
The ND All Sports Booster Club is sponsoring a wine tasting event with Townline Wine & Spirits, 475 Hawley Lane, Stratford on Saturday, December 3 from 7:00 pm-10:00 pm in the ND cafeteria. Join us for a fun night of wine & beer tasting and an opportunity to mix & mingle with other ND parents, faculty, alumni & friends! The night will include 10 wine tables, 2 beer tables & light appetizers. Everyone is welcome: invite your family, friends, co-workers. Tickets are $25 in advance ($35 @ the door). We look forward to seeing you there! The Booster Club Reservations are now being accepted. Click here to view the flyer. |
 The Care Club has two projects going until Thanksgiving. In conjunction with the Lions' Club we are collecting used eyeglasses, frames and cases. They will be given to people in need.
Both items can be left in boxes in the library.
 Once again, we are collecting cell phones. They will be reconstructed to 911 and given to women and men whose lives may be in danger. Our drive two years ago was highly successful and we hope to see a repeat.
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Are you a current Notre Dame parent and also an ND alum? Please contact our Alumni Office at marzik@notredame.org with your name (including maiden name), graduation year & student's name.
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Stop & Shop's A+ School Rewards Program
ND has the opportunity to earn cash through Stop & Shop's A+ School Rewards Program. All you have to do is click here or call (877) 275-2758 to register your card.
After you register your card, each shopping trip at Stop & Shop using your Stop & Shop Card earns cash for our school! Each month, the amount of cash awarded will be updated on the Stop & Shop website. You can track the amount of points you earn for our school by checking your grocery receipt and online when you create an account at www.stopandshop.com.
Remember, even if you registered your card last year, you must re-register this year for our school to receive credit. Attending to this simple process makes a huge difference to our school. We need your support. Please be sure to register your card to benefit Notre Dame (using ID #05808).
Also, don't forget to encourage your friends and relatives to do the same. Thanks for supporting Notre Dame! |
Do you have a Target credit card (REDcard)? If so, please designate Notre Dame as your school on your account. We will receive a check for 1% of your annual purchases. Every little bit certainly helps.
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Easy Way To Earn Money For Notre Dame
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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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