Dates to RememberSunday, Nov. 17
Sister Marion Rielly Mass and Breakfast
SHU Chapel
10:15 am
Thursday, Nov. 21
Key Club Turkey Drive
Collection
Tuesday, Nov. 26
ND Family Thanksgiving Mass
Gym - 6:30 pm
Wednesday, Nov. 27 - Friday, Nov. 29
No School
Thanksgiving Break
Wednesday, Dec. 4
Winter Arts Celebration
7:00 pm
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If you have a Target Red Card, you can designate Notre Dame to be the recipient of Target's donation of 1% of your annual purchases. All you need to do is link your card to Notre Dame, shop and use your Red Card at Target. It's that easy. In the summer, we received a check for $231.75 thanks to those who designated Notre Dame last school year. Click here to sign up for this program. |
Notre Dame earned over $450 in October thanks to the 153 people who registered their Stop and Shop cards as part of the A+ Rewards Program. It's not too late to still do so ... Help earn money for Notre Dame by registering your Stop and Shop card with the store's A+ School Rewards Program.
Click here to register your card today! You must re-register each year. Participation in this program does not affect gas points.
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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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ND Mugs For Sale
ND Mugs For Sale
The Home School Association is selling ND mugs for $10 each. Contact Theresa Marzik at marzik@notredame.org to get yours today.
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Commemorative Bricks
ND is selling commemorative bricks which pave the entrance way of our school.
Commemorative bricks are a way to honor ND families, graduates, parents, faculty members and friends. Each brick is $65, of which 100% of the proceeds are allocated to helping Notre Dame maintain its high level of academic excellence. Click here for an order form.
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Many thanks to all who supported last Saturday's Wine Tasting Event hosted by the Athletic Association. This year's event was our best attended yet! A special note of thanks to Carolyn and Sal Barresse, Kathy Stefanatos, Marianne Cassidy, Cheryl D'Aurio, Melissa Emanuel, Myriam Jean, Jen and Radley Manzo, Alina Merced, Becky O'Connell, Trish and Len Samatulski and Nancy Yellen. Many thanks to the Rodriguez Family for their generous donation. We hope all who attended enjoyed themselves and we look forward to hosting you next year.
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 ... Caitlin Wardlow '16 who was recently honored by the Stratford Library Association with their Presidential Gold Service Award for volunteering over 100 hours in the children's department over the summer. Pictured to the right is Caitlin and the Mayor of Stratford, John Harkins.
... Cheyenne Perez '16, Elyse Politica '16, Caitlin Wardlow '16, Michelle Onofrio '16 and Alana Merly '16 recently participated in Yale Splash held at Yale University in New Haven. Yale Splash is an educational program run and organized entirely by Yale student volunteers who teach one or two hour classes on whatever topic interests them. Middle and high school students then come to the Yale campus and take a variety of courses. The Splash program offers students the opportunity for self-motivated learning in a vast variety of subjects by friendly and knowledgeable teachers.
...the boys' lacrosse team who raised over $600 for the Sticks for Soldiers charity event. All money raised goes to wounded combat veterans linked with the charity. The team will be playing in a tournament on Saturday November 30 at Fairfield Ludlowe High School.
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2014 Alumni Hall of Fame
The selection committee is now accepting nominations and applications for Notre Dame's 2014 Alumni Hall of Fame. Nominations must be received by December 2, 2013. Awards will be presented at the annual Lancer Legacy Gala on March 1, 2014. Click here for more information and for the Hall of Fame nomination form. For questions, contact the Office of Alumni Relations at marzik@notredame.org or 203-372-6521.
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Veteran's Day Prayer Service
 On Monday, Notre Dame remembered the sacrifices members of the armed forces have made to protect our democracy during our annual Veterans' Day Prayer Service in the Chapel of the Holy Spirit on the campus of Sacred Heart University. After Fr. Cipriani's homily, twelve members of the Notre Dame student body read over 75 names of Notre Dame alumni who served or are serving in the military. Special recognition was given to the five graduates who gave the ultimate sacrifice - four in Vietnam and one in Iraq. The school community was also privileged to  welcome Steve Cavallo '65 and his wife Diane Parker Cavallo '65. Mr. Cavallo spoke about the value of his Notre Dame education and the experience he had as a nineteen year old teenager deployed to Vietnam in 1966. To read more about the prayer service and to see a list of all the graduates remembered on Monday, click here to view Mr. Cipriano's blog.
Academic Awards Banquet and Honor Society Inductions
On Thursday evening, Notre Dame honored its top students during the fourth annual Academic Awards Banquet and annual Honor Society Induction ceremonies. The following students were welcomed into the  French Honor Society, which is moderated by Mrs. Elizabeth Anderson-Zaczkowski: Nicholas Carloto, Winston Crumb, Danielle DaCosta, Kernah Fequiere, David Henry, Craig Hessenius, Andrew Mitchell, Seamus O'Rourke, Samantha Sainvil, Camisha Vilme. The following students were inducted into the Spanish Honor Society, moderated by Mrs. Mary Guarino: Adonnis Andrade, Lauren Berard,  Alyssa Bergamasco, Rose Brennan, Amy Castellanos, Raina Ceryak, Karissa Cook, Michelle DeLeon, Jeanna Emanuel, Kenny Fan, Jessica Fogassa, Rachel Jankovsky, Sara Keden, Patrice Lauture, Jessica LeMere, Hannah Londoner, Ashley Maitland, Nichole Miller, Trenton Moore, Nadia Orjiugo, Abigail Porzio, Roberto Rojas, Rebecca Stefanatos and Shannan Williams. The following students were inducted into the National Honor Society, moderated by Dr. Mary  Callaghan: Jae Min Ahn, Lauren Berard, Alyssa Bergamasco, Austin Camacho, Amy Castellanos, Tyler DaSilva, Michelle DeLeon, Joane Delia, Shadea' Foster, Mitchell Hall, Jake Heaton, Laura Johnson, Sara Keden, Patrice Lauture, Jessica LeMere, Peter LeMere, Yuqing Li, Ashley Maitland, Trenton Moore, Mario Nunes, Marleena Reed, Tori Samatulski, Rebecca Stefanatos, Jonathan Suporn, Morgan Sweeney, Christian Turner, Gwendolyn Vital, and Emily Wonsiewicz. To view a list of students who received an Academic Award for receiving an average of 90 or higher during the 2012-13 school year, click here. |
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Campus Ministry Update ...
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Christmas Giving Tree Coming Soon
A Christmas Giving Tree will soon be available at ND for students and families who want to donate Christmas gifts to those less fortunate. More details coming soon.
Students Tutor at After School Program
 Over the past two weeks, the following Juniors assisted the Missionaries of Charity with their after-school program, sitting with the kids and lending a helping hand, heart and mind with their school work: Sara Keden, Morgan Sweeney, Becky Stefanatos, Keith Quinde, Caitlin Lonergan, Kaitlyn Pires, Victoria Velazquez, Marquise Simpson, Dan McCarthy, Kenny Fann, Christian Turner. Students Volunteer at Soup Kitchen On Sunday, the following students traveled to New Haven and helped prepare dinner for the homeless of the area at one of the local soup kitchens: Pedrica Belizaire '14, Anthony DiNatale '15, Tyler DaSilva '15, Jessica Fogassa '15, Alana Merly '16 and Whitney Fulton '17.
 Thank You...
Thank you to those students who participated in the after school rosary which was prayed for the people affected by the devastation of Super Typhoon Hainan that struck the Philippines last week. Drama Club Visits the Jewish Home For the Elderly Thank you to the Drama Club students who walked across the street to the Jewish Home to meet with some of the residents there, especially those suffering from dementia. The time was spent speaking with the residents, drinking milk shakes and signing "Get Well" cards for patients that will be distributed at Saint Vincent's Hospital in Bridgeport, on behalf of the residents of the Jewish Home. The following students participated: Freshmen: Rebecca Rogalski, Sophia Rodriguez, Jordan Crawford, Guymara Manigot, Mashiy Harris-Tate; Sophomores: Rose Brennan, Maggie Halstead, Ally D'Aurio; Juniors: Alyssa Bergamasco, Amy Castellanos, Laura Johnson, Tatiana Tozzi, Sommer Miller; Seniors: Jess Haray and Kevin Bradley.  Mass Celebrated with Football Team On Saturday morning prior to the football game against Joel Barlow High School, Fr Cipriani celebrated Mass with the football players in the ND Chapel, with special prayers going out to those senior who played in their final home game at ND. Upcoming Service Events: - Saturday, November 16: Rake and Bake with the ND Football Team
- Tuesday, November 19: Saint Andrew's Dinner with the Bishop
- Tuesday, November 19: Missionaries of Charity After School Program
- Thursday, November 21: Documentary on Angels and Demons with Q and A afterward and Pizza
- Saturday, November 23: Saint Jude Walk at Beardsley Zoo to raise money and awareness for Children's Cancer
- Saturday and Sunday November 23/24: Winter Special Olympics
Contact Fr. Cipriani for further details or to sign up to volunteer. |
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Calling All Bakers and Lovers of Cookies!
 The Home School Association is calling all bakers and cookie lovers. The Second Annual Cookie Sale will take place on December 14, 2013 from 10 am-12 pm in the cafeteria at Notre Dame. We are looking for parents and students who are willing to bake their favorite cookies and deliver them to the school on Friday, December 13. If you don't bake, but like to enjoy homemade cookies, come to the Cookie Sale on December 14. A variety of mouth watering cookies, cakes, and loaf breads will be available for purchase. You can have homemade cookies for the holidays and avoid all of the fuss in the kitchen. Bring your family members and friends and support the Home School Association Annual Cookie Sale. For more information contact Nancy DeGennaro.
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Appalachia 2014 - the 23rd Annual Mission Trip
 Notre Dame's 23rd annual mission trip will be held from June 21-29, 2014 and the group will return to Neon, Kentucky. Sophomores, juniors and seniors are invited to apply. Click here to view eligibility requirements and the application, which is due by December 6.
Key Club Turkey and Food Drive
 On Thursday, November 21, the Key Club, led by Miss Z and Mrs. Miller will be at the front entrance of Notre Dame collecting frozen turkeys for the poor. Once again we have partnered with Sister Theresa and the Daughters of Charity to help poor families in the greater Bridgeport area. This is an annual drive and we are very proud of our previous efforts. We are looking to collect at least 250 turkeys as well as other food items (click here to view the list of what is needed). It is a privilege to be able to help the poor and to help us live our motto: to be imitators of Christ. Please help us reach our goal and donate a frozen turkey - any size - on Thursday, November 21. If you have any questions please contact Miss Z or Mrs. Miller. Thank you in advance for your generosity.
Care Club Collections
The Care Club is collecting items for two different service projects. The first is a "Project From the Heart". We are asking each student to donate at least one item for our service people in Afghanistan from the lists posted in their homerooms. Boxes of supplies will be delivered in time for Christmas. Money donations for shipping costs are also gratefully accepted. If you would like a box sent to someone you know, please leave their address in the donation box located in the library. The second project is with Sister Eileen Boffa and the Bridgeport Homeless Project. Sister is asking for donations of new or used "hoodies" (parkas). They can be left in the library. Any questions? Please contact Janet Haffner at Notre Dame and thank you for caring.
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Second Marking Period Ed-Line Reports
Ed-line reports will be issued this marking period on November 24, December 15 and January 5.
 Yearbooks
Orders are now being taken for 2014 yearbooks which will arrive in May. Click here to order the yearbook online. Simply enter Notre Dame's order number 14196 to begin your order. The cost is $70.
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Representatives from the following colleges will be available to meet with seniors the week of November 18 in Room 206:
- Monday, November 18 at 8 am - Post University
- Wednesday, November 20 at 8 am - Mercy College
Seniors are reminded that they must sign up for these visits in Guidance at least two days prior to receive a pass. The full schedule of college visits is available on Naviance. |
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Parent Association Update...
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Parent Volunteers
The Notre Dame Parent Association appreciates the help and support of all our parent volunteers. Remember, before you can volunteer at an event with students, you need to complete Virtus training. To register for a training session, please click here. Once the session and a background check are completed, you will be able to volunteer for all ND events. Please contact Kevin Philipp at kevin@notredame.org for questions or information on completing a volunteer packet. |
Update Your Physicals  All students trying out for winter sports are reminded that physicals need to be updated and on file with the school nurse and a parental consent form needs to be on file with Mr. Bleggi in order to tryout and/or practice. Please see Mr. Bleggi with any questions.
Girls' Basketball
There will be a mandatory meeting for all girls planning to try out for the basketball team on Thursday, November 21 at 2:45 pm in the cafeteria. Practice scheduling, reversibles, team sneakers and other topics will be covered. Parents are welcome to attend and the meeting should finish about 3:30. Girls' basketball try-outs begin on Monday, November 25 at 3:30 pm.
Boys' Basketball
Boys' basketball try-outs begin at 2:10 pm in the gym on Monday, December 2.
Boys' Hockey
Boys hockey has a team meeting at the Milford Ice Pavilion on Sunday, December 1 at 5:00 pm. Try-outs begin on Monday, December 2 at 7:30 pm.
Indoor Track
Indoor Track will meet in the Chapel lobby at 2:30 pm on Monday, December 2.
Notre Dame Winter Season Athletic Passes
Adult and Family winter season athletic passes are now available for purchase in Mr. Bleggi's office. The athletic passes will allow for admission for an individual or family (immediate family members only) to all ND home athletic events at the Milford Ice Pavilion, Sacred Heart's University's Pitt Center, and events at ND. The cost of an individual pass is $40 and a family pass is $75. Checks can be made out to Notre Dame. This pass does not include admission for present Notre Dame students or games played at the Webster Bank Arena.
ITown Store
Notre Dame and ITown have partnered for an exciting online store where you can purchase official Notre Dame Fairfield clothing and apparel. The store will be continually updated throughout the year. ITown Store is a virtual store focused on sales of apparel and promotional products with logo customization options. Visit www.itownstore.com and click on "Find your store" to see ND's merchandise. 
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