Dates to Remember
Monday, March 4Blood Drive
Friday, March 8 Sophomore Retreat
Thursday, March 14
Service Hours Due /
Lancer Legacy Gala
Friday, March 15
No School - Faculty/Staff Retreat
Monday, March 18
Easter Basket Donations Due /
Spring Sports Begins
Friday, March 22
Third Marking Period Ends
Tuesday, March 26
Fall/Winter Athletic Awards Banquet
Thursday, March 28
Holy Thursday
Half Day Schedule
Friday, March 29
Good Friday
No School
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 ... Steve Cavallo '13, who has been honored for his exemplary volunteer service with a President's Volunteer Service Award. The award, which recognizes Americans of all ages who have volunteered significant amounts of their time to serve their communities and their country, was presented by the Prudential Spirit of Community Awards program on behalf of President Barack Obama. Steve participated in the Spirit of Community program this year as a representative of Notre Dame. Steve earned his award by volunteering for numerous ND service programs, as well as serving as a summer math tutor at St. Andrew School, volunteering at the Jewish Home for the Elderly and as a junior counselor at the St. Patrick's Church Bible Camp. ... to the February students of the Month: Marleena Reed '15, Mikael Tessema '16, Jake Hawthorne '14 and Kayleigh Spataj '13. Students are nominated by faculty based upon achievement, attitude, community service and academic achievement.
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Diocesan Education Leadership Changes
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Today, Sister Mary Grace Walsh, ASCJ, Ph.D., officially assumed the leadership of the Diocesan Schools Office. Sister replaces Dr. Margaret Dames, Superintendent for the past nine years, who was recently named as Superintendent of Schools in the Archdiocese of Newark. The entire Notre Dame community wishes both Dr. Dames and Sister Mary Grace the best as they begin these new ventures, and we know they will be tremendously successfully in all of their endeavors.
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ND Senior to be on National Television this Weekend
 The Real Winning Edge is a 26-week half-hour broadcast television program that introduces viewers to some of the most incredibly talented young people in America. But it's more than a showcase for kids with exceptional talent and athleticism. It's about teenagers who've built character through their daily struggles without losing their focus on their goal. This weekend, Taylor Chavez '13 will be featured. Taylor's segment will be introduced by the captain of the Calgary Flames, Jarome Iginla.Through interviews and profiles, these remarkable young people provide honest answers about how they dealt with adversity in their lives. Each half-hour program includes three segments, each segment featuring the personal story of an outstanding young person. The stories are introduced by an all-star team of 78 high profile, professional celebrities. The Real Winning Edge can be viewed on FOX 5 (NY) on Saturday at 9:00 am and on MY TV 9 on Sunday at 11:30 am.
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Two Weeks Until ND's Lancer Legacy Gala
 Notre Dame's Lancer Legacy Gala will take place on Thursday, March 14. Reservations for this event must be made by early next week. We hope that everyone in the Notre Dame community will attend this event, which is our school's biggest fundraiser of the year. The committee is still looking for donations for the silent auction. Suggestions for donations include: store gift cards, timeshare rentals, movie tickets, gas cards, train tickets, Amazon cards, jewelry, electronics, or any cash donation would be greatly appreciated. Please contact Theresa Marzik in our Advancement Office at 203-372-6521/ marzik@notredame.org if you have any question, would like to purchase a ticket or donate a silent auction gift.
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Mass in Celebration of the Feast Day for Our Lady of Lourdes
On Monday, February 25, Mass in celebration of the Feast Day for Our Lady of Lourdes took place in the Chapel. The following teachers and their classes were in attendance for the spiritual festivities: Madame Zac, Dr. Callaghan, and Mr. St. Onge. A special thanks to Madame Zac for helping to coordinate the Liturgy, celebrated by Fr. Cipriani, with students who participated in the Mass which was partly done in French. It was a great opportunity to rediscover the beauty of the Blessed Virgin Mary's love for her children, especially through her amazing appearances to Saint Bernadette in Lourdes, France in 1856. One of the major themes of the Mass was the power of God's healing not only at miraculous Shrines like Lourdes famous for its healing waters, but anywhere we happen to pay a visit to Jesus. This happens when we walk through the door of prayer, or more specifically. our own blessed Chapel at Notre Dame. There was a;sp a small reception following the Mass. |
The latest edition of the student created Lancer Times is out. Click here to see read the latest school paper.
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The latest art principle that students in Mr. Testani's art class are studying is Unity and Harmony. Harmony/Unity is the principle of art that creates unity by stressing the similarities of separate but related parts. Students are taking mechanical parts and bringing them together to create robots.
You can find the robots in the cafeteria hall or online by clicking here.
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Math Department Spotlight
In the High Honors and Honors Algebra I classes, students are completing a unit on polynomials including adding, subtracting and multiplying the polynomials. The remaining Algebra I students are finishing up their study of lines which includes graphing, slope and different forms of the line. Geometry students are finishing up their studies of various geometric figures like squares, rectangles and rhombuses. All figures were graphed and applications and definitions were related back to algebraic equations.
Algebra II/Trig students are studying radical function which includes graphing and solving equations that involve radical function. Algebra II students are learning about logarithmic functions as well as radical and rational functions. The Statistics classes are investing normal probability, distributions with an emphasis on the use of the TI-83 or TI-84 graphing calculators. Analysis students are finishing up their study of polynomial and rational functions and inequalities. We have reviewed topics that were first taught in Algebra II and have introduced the students to asymptotes and also how to graph these functions. The graphing calculator is the technology that is most important to these students.
Calculus students are exploring methods of integrations and applications of transcendental functions. Students in Trig/Analytical Geometry are also finishing a unit on factoring and solving polynomial functions.
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Service Hours Due March 14th
Students are reminded that their service hours are due to Mr. St.Onge by Thursday, March 14. Freshmen must complete 5 hours and sophomores, juniors, and seniors must complete 15 hours. If students do not turn in their service hours on time, they will receive a failing grade for community service on their third quarter report cards. Students who do not meet the deadline must turn in their hours before the end of the year. The form that must be filled out to verify community service hours can be found here. Please contact Mr. St.Onge at stonge@notredame.org. |
Counselors are currently meeting with Juniors and their parents regarding the college process. If you are interested in setting up a meeting, please contact the Guidance Office.
Mr. Marra is currently meeting with Freshmen and their parents to discuss their year so far at ND. If you are interested in sitting down with Mr. Marra, please contact him in the Guidance office.
Seniors should continue to check Naviance for updated scholarship information.
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Care Club Sponsors Diaper Drive
Jewish Home Day Care Center Visit
The Care Club's planned visit to the Jewish Home Day Care Center was postponed because of the blizzard. However, we were able to deliver on Valentine's Day, wonderful Valentines designed by Mr. Peter Philipp's students. We will make visits on March 11th and April 8th.
Diaper Drive for Caroline House
 We are now asking for your help in providing a very important necessity for Caroline House, an education center run by the School Sisters of Notre Dame. The center offers women, without regard to race, religion or ethnic background, tuition-free opportunities to learn English as a second language, basic computer and life skills. Their young children attend an on-site pre-school program while their mothers attend classes. This prepares the children for successful entry into English-only kindergartens. One of the greatest needs each day are--DIAPERS!!! We would appreciate donations of coupons, diapers or money. Checks can be made out to Caroline House and given to Mrs. Ezepchick in the office. Other offerings can be deposited in the library from March 11 to March 18. Thank you for caring.
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The Key Club is beginning the drive to make Easter baskets for Sr. Theresa's
children. We are aiming to make 150 baskets. If anyone is able to donate chocolate eggs, chocolate Easter bunnies, jelly beans or any other items that we can put in the baskets, we would greatly appreciate it. We are in need of baskets or containers that could serve as Easter baskets as well as cellophane. We do have enough Easter grass, but we would be grateful for any donations. If anyone would rather buy a pre-made basket, we would also accept those. Easter is early this year so we request donations by March 18th. All donated items can be brought to Miss Z's room (102). Thank you for your generosity and helping us to make Easter brighter for children who might not get an Easter basket.
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 On Monday, March 4, Notre Dame will be hosting our annual Blood Drive. This year our goal is 48 units of blood. Students of the National Honor Society are organizing this event. Faculty and students 17 years and older are encouraged to participate in this endeavor. Students will receive 1 hour of service credit for donating blood.
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Softball
There will be a meeting for all girls interested in playing softball this spring on Tuesday, March 5 at 2:00 pm in the cafe.
Baseball - Pitchers/Catchers
Pitcher/Catchers begin on Monday, March 11. The list of players participating will be posted outside of Mr. Bleggi's office next week. The start time on Monday is TBA. Girls' Basketball
The girls' basketball team won the first round of state tournament action on Tuesday defeating North Branford 40-28 and have advanced to the second round which will be played at ND on Friday night against Coginchaug HS. Go Lancers! Click here to view the updated tournament bracket link.
Boys' Basketball
Congratulations to the boys' basketball team on a great SWC season finishing third in the league and making it to the SWC tournament semi-finals. The boys have earned a #8 seed in the CIAC Class M State Tournament and will open state tournament action on Monday, March 3, at 7:00 pm at Notre Dame vs. Hyde Leadership School. Click here to view the entire class M bracket.
Boys' Hockey
The Boys' Hockey team completed the regular season with a 11-9 record and will most likely earn a #10 seed in the CIAC Divsion I state tournament. The state tournament bracket will be released on Saturday, March 2. Click here to view the bracket.
Please come out and support all three teams during the States! Girls' Soccer Players There will be a mandatory meeting on Monday, March 4 at 2:10 pm in the cafe for all girls interested in playing soccer next fall. Girls' Tennis Players There will be a mandatory meeting for all girls interested in playing tennis this spring on Tuesday, March 5, at 2:10 pm in the cafe. Girls' Lacrosse Players Pre-Season conditioning will take place on March 8, 11, 13 and 15 from 2:30-3:30pm. Players are asked to meet in the teachers' parking lot. Fall/Winter Athletic Banquet
Fall/Winter Athletic Banquet is scheduled for Tuesday, March 26 at 6:30 pm at Notre Dame. A mailing about the banquet will be sent home this weekend. The deadline to RSVP is Wednesday, March 20.
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 Notre Dame's annual Bob Shea Memorial Golf Tournament will take place on Monday, June 24 at the Redding Country Club. If you would like to be on the golf tournament committee or would like to be on our mailing list, please contact our Advancement Office at marzik@notredame.org.
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Calling all Notre Dame Thespians
Were you a part of Notre Dame's spring musicals -- The Kings and I, Sound of Music, My Fair Lady, Music Man, Oklahoma, Oliver, High Button Shoes, Fiddler on the Roof, Irene, Babes in Arms, Hello Dolly, Guys and Dolls, Mame, Bye Bye Birdie, Cinderella, Anything Goes, Grease, Meet Me in St. Louis, Godspell, Annie, Pajama Game, Footloose, The Wiz, Once Upon a Mattress, Throughly Modern Millie, Beauty and the Beast, etc.?
This year marks the 30th anniversary of Sister Marion Rielly's passing and in her memory Notre Dame is planning a cabaret-style event featuring past spring musical performers. This event will take place in the fall of 2013 with all proceeds supporting the Sister Marion Rielly Scholarship Fund/Notre Dame Drama Club.
If you would like more information, please contact the Notre Dame Alumni Office at marzik@notredame.org. Please forward this information your fellow ND classmates and spread the word!
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 The Home School Association is selling ND mugs for $10 each. Contact Mrs. Marzik to get yours today.
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Kohl's Cares Scholarship Program
 Nominate a young volunteer age 6 to 18, who has made a difference in the community. Top winners each receive $10,000 for higher education. Nominations are being accepted through March 15. You must be 21 or over to nominate. Click here for more information.
 Kiwanis Club Of Fairfield All seniors may apply for a scholarship offered by the Kiwanis Club Of Fairfield. Applications are available in the Guidance Office. The deadline for submitting the application is April 15, 2013.
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2013-14 Financial Aid Forms
Families who would like to apply for financial assistance for the 2013-14 school year, must submit a new aid application after your 2012 tax return is complete. The deadline to file this application is April 1, 2013. Applicants who file after this date may not receive assistance. Click here to download an application. Families MUST re-apply for financial assistance annually.
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Yearbooks Orders Now Being Taken
 Families can now place orders for 2013 Yearbooks by clicking here and enter Notre Dame's order number: 14196. The cost to reserve a yearbooks is $75. There are a limited number of Yearbooks remaining.
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The Fairfield County Catholic newspaper is looking for high school-aged Catholic teens to write an article to be published in the Fairfield County Catholic Newspaper and the Diocese Youth Webpage. A different article will be published every month and there will be a $25 gift card for each article published. Email articles with photo to jmonroe@diobpt.org. Call Jill Monroe with any questions at 203-416-1461 or email her.
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Register Your Cards Today!
 Register Your Big Y card and designate Notre Dame as your school! Every time you shop, just look for items marked with the Education Express school bus logo. You'll save money on those items while you earn points for ND. Click here to sign up.
 If you have a Target REDcard, please consider designating Notre Dame High School as the recipient of 1% of the charges you make using this credit card. To link Notre Dame to your Target credit card, please click here.
In June, Notre Dame received a check for over $1,500 thanks to all the families and friends who registered their Stop and Shop cards for the A+ Rewards program and designated Notre Dame as their school. We'd love it if you could help us again this year ... all you do is select Notre Dame, use your Stop and Shop card, and we get a percentage of all the purchases. Click here to register your card. Keep in mind you need to register your card every year.
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ND on Facebook and Twitter
  Have you "liked" ND on Facebook yet? To visit the ND page on Facebook and become a fan, click here. To visit our Twitter feed, click here. To follow Mr. Cipriano's Twitter account, click here.
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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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