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Open House - Sunday, October 25 - 2:30 pm
Please help spread the word ... Notre Dame's annual Open House for prospective families will be held this Sunday, October 25. Tours will be offered beginning at 1:30 pm and the program will begin at 2:30 pm. To pre-register for the Open House, click here. 

Notre Dame's entrance exam will be given on Saturday, October 31 at 8:00 am. To apply for admission, click here.
ND Spotlight
Congratulations to ...
Congratulations are in order for many of our athletic teams. The boys' soccer, girls' soccer and girls' volleyball teams all qualified for their respective state tournaments. The boys' soccer and volleyball teams have also qualified for the SWC tournament. The boys' and girls' cross country teams will be competing in the Class S championship meet next Saturday at Wickham Park in Manchester. Congrats to all our outstanding student-athletes.
October Students of the Month
Mr. Cipriano and Fr. Bill Sangiovanni are pleased to announce the October Students of the Month. Based upon faculty nominations (who consider community involvement, scholarship, personal character, etc.) and a committee selection, the October Students of the Month are:
Olivia Keden '17, Emma Sweeney '18, Cheyenne Perez '16, and Dylan Wade '19.
Help Us Share Your 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 Mr. Cipriano. We look forward to the opportunity to share your good news with the entire Notre Dame community.

ND Happenings
Walk-A-Thon Success
A huge thanks to our students for their outstanding contributions to the annual Walk-a-thon, held earlier today. While we are still counting some final contributions, our total is currently over $31,000 raised - making this our most successful Walk-a-thon to date! We will have more details include a thank you to all our parent volunteers in next week's ND Update.

Homecoming Dance
The Homecoming Dance was held on the night of Friday, October 16. Music was provided by Marcus Otero, the father of Eliana Otero '16. The Homecoming Court included Lord and Lady from the Class of 2019, Dylan Wade and Bianca Rodriguez, from the Class of 2018, Duke and Duchess, Damion Medwinter and Victoria Fagan, from the Class of 2017, Prince and Princess Joshua Jeudy and Nazae Craw and from the Class of 2016, the King and Queen Matt Vizi and Natalia Londono.  A big thank you to the faculty members who were able to chaperone the dance:  Mr. St. Onge, Mr. Sweeney, Mrs. Miller, Mrs Ayala, Dr. Callaghan, Mr. Mildrum, Fr. Luke, Mr. Vigliotta, Mr. Manzo, Mr. C. Philipp and Miss Zembrzuski.
Campus Ministry Sponsors Trunk or Treat at ND
On Tuesday, Campus Ministry sponsored the Second annual Trunk or Treat for children of alumni and area elementary schools. Kids were able to dress up and go trick or treating at decorated cars, get a snack and hot chocolate, get their face painted, and earn even more candy by playing games. A huge thank you to all the parents, staff, students, and alumni who donated, volunteered, or participated in making the afternoon a success.
Campus Ministry Sponsors Trip to Downtown Cabaret
On Thursday, Campus Ministry students played big brother or big sister to first graders from St. Andrew School as they enjoyed The Downtown Cabaret's Sleepy Hollow which featured alum Jessica Rahrig '07. Thanks to Christina Rodrigues '12 for helping Miss Medoff chaperone.

Food Drive Success
The food drive sponsored by the Religion Department was a huge success. Thank you for all of your donations. The items collected went to the Sisters of the Poor and will be put to good use helping those less fortunate during the upcoming holiday season.
Parent and Student Update
Senior Experience Program
Seniors are encouraged to participate in the Senior Experience Program, a four week capstone program held in May. During this 120-hour internship or community service program, students will have the ability to put the skills and talents they have developed during high school into practice in the "real world". Students design their program around an area of personal interest. To obtain further information and the necessary forms and permission slips, click here.
Athletic Association Update
Car Raffle
The Athletic Association is sponsoring a car raffle with only one prize awarded: a 1980 Vintage I82 Corvette T top convertible. Tickets are $100 and only 250 tickets will be sold. The drawing will be held at Sacred Heart University on March 12, the night of the Notre Dame Gala. Tickets can be obtained in Mr. Olayos' office or email him at jolayos@notredame.org to reserve your ticket.
Save the Date for a Wine Tasting Event!
Please join the ND Athletic Association for an evening of wine tasting on November 7 from 7-10pm. Tasting presented by Fairgrounds Wine & Spirits. The evening will feature select red and white wines, craft beers, hors d'oeuvres, desserts, LIVE music and good fun!

Please click here for a registration form.  If you would like to volunteer and help with this event, contact Dina Howe at dinahowe@me.com.
Alumni Association Update
2016 Alumni Hall of Fame 
The selection committee is now accepting nominations and applications for Notre Dame's 2016 Alumni Hall of Fame! Nominations must be received by October 30, 2015. Awards will be presented at the annual Lancer Legacy Gala on March 12, 2016. Click here for more information including a nomination form. Contact Theresa Marzik at tmarzik@notredame.org or 203-372-6521 with any questions.
Career Night at Notre Dame
The Notre Dame Alumni Association will host a Student Career Night on Wednesday, October 28 at 6:30 pm.  All students are encouraged to attend. Students will pick what professions they are interested in learning more about during their English classes on Monday. If you have any questions, please contact Theresa Marzik.
Be A Part of ND's 60th Anniversary 
Notre Dame High School was founded in 1955 by the Most Reverend Lawrence Sheehan, who declared that it was his belief "The future of our country depends on our youth.  To provide them with a sound religious and moral training is a major concern of all of us."  In 1955, construction of Notre Dame High School began on Park Avenue in Bridgeport.   

In 1956, the Sisters of Notre Dame de Namur began teaching Notre Dame's first class of girls at Our Lady of the Assumption School in Fairfield while the high school was being built. Finally, in September of 1957, 1,000 students (freshmen and sophomores, boys and girls) walked through the doors of Notre Dame High School on Park Avenue. 

To commemorate the 60th anniversary of Notre Dame (the oldest high school in the Diocese of Bridgeport) we are planning a year-long celebration of events which will begin in September, 2016 and run through September, 2017.  

We are looking for alumni, alumni parents, current parents, faculty (past and present), and friends of Notre Dame to help us plan this extraordinary event in our school's history.

If you would like to be a part of celebration, please contact Theresa Marzik at tmarzik@notredame.org.  The first meeting of the 60th Anniversary Committee will take place on Monday, November 2 at 7:00 pm in the ND library. 

Parent Association Update
Calling all Scrapbookers! 
Join us on  Saturday, November 21 for a day of scrapbooking fun! The  cost is $40 per space for a full day (10am - 8pm) or $25 for a half day (10am-3pm  or  3pm - 8pm).  All proceeds benefit Notre Dame.  There will be vendors, raffle prizes, goodie bags with a continental breakfast, lunch, dinner & dessert provided! We are also in need of volunteers to serve & prepare food, clean up and set up.  Please contact Denise Gagne at
dgagne@sbcglobal.net with any questions or to volunteer.  To register, please complete this form and return by November 15, 2015.
Join the ND Parent Association 
Join the ND Parent Association! Membership dues are $10 per family per year. Dues allow us to support the school with extra events, activities and purchases. Join online by clicking here.
Advancement Office Update
Database Project Underway 
We are looking to update contact information for all of our families - both current and alumni.  If you have a name, address, phone or email change, please let us know. You can either click here to complete the online form or email the information to Kim Wardlow in our Advancement Office at kwardlow@notredame.org.
Lancer Legacy Gala 
Notre Dame's annual Lancer Legacy Gala will take place on Saturday, March 12, 2016 at Sacred Heart University. The Gala is a great opportunity to come together as a Notre Dame community (parents, alumni, friends of Notre Dame) and celebrate Notre Dame's past, present and future.  We encourage everyone to get involved in helping us make this year's event a huge success! If you have any questions, please contact Theresa Marzik. 
Club Update
Campus Ministry Thank You
This week's mite box was for Yale New Haven Children's Hospital for their wish book and toy closet. We raised $167 and Ms. Alberti's homeroom won a dress down day for raising the most money.

Care Club
The drive for winter clothing has begun - new or good, used coats, hats, gloves, scarves, ear muffs, socks, pants, shoes, and boots for men, women and children. All donations can be brought to the library until November 12. Thank you for caring.

Guidance Department Update
College Rep Visits - Week of October 26
  • Monday, October 26 - College of the Holy Cross
  • Tuesday, October 27 - Emmanuel College
  • Wednesday, October 28 - Mount St. Vincent College
  • Thursday, October 29 - Wagner College
  • Friday, October 30 -  UMass - Amherst
Seniors must sign up on Naviance to visit with a college representative. Once signed up, please come at least 2 days prior to obtain a pass. No student will be allowed to leave homeroom without a pass. All visits will be at 8:00 am. Check Naviance to see the full schedule.
Seniors
Please be sure to check out the scholarships that have been listed on Naviance. When on Naviance, click onto Scholarships and see which scholarship you are eligible for. Please feel free to stop by the Guidance Office with any questions.  The list is updated as the scholarship information comes into the Guidance office. 
Juniors
The Guidance Office is sponsoring a program for parents to discuss S.A.T. and College Planning for junior students. The meeting will be held on November 9 at 7:00 p.m. in Curtis Hall (next to the Pitt Center) at Sacred Heart University. A mailing will be going out soon with information on how to log onto the Naviance program.  
Opportunities 
Students Needed to Work for News 12 on Election Night 
News 12 Connecticut would like to hire approximately 10 students to work at the polling locations on Election Night, November 3.  Their duties would require them to be at the polling location no later than 7:45 pm and call in the results to the station once the polling place is closed. They should be finished by 8:45 pm.

One student is needed at each polling place and they would need transportation to and from the polling place, as well as their own phone. News 12 will try and keep them in town, but students may need to travel to a neighboring location instead. Seniors or Juniors are preferred. The position pays $40.  

Anyone interested can contact lproberg@news12.com with "Election Night" in the subject line and include your full name, phone number and what town you live in. Or call before 1:30 pm at (203) 849-1321.
Second Diocesan Women's Conference
Register today for Faith, Love and Mercy, a day of prayer and reflection. On Saturday, November 7 from 8:30 am to 4:00 pm at the Hyatt Regency in Old Greenwich. Click here for more information. 
Lancer Athletics
Coaches v. Cancer Football Game
Notre Dame Football will be sponsoring a "Coaches vs. Cancer" Breast Cancer Awareness game during the Lancers next home game on Saturday, October 31 at 12:30 pm.  Please come out and support this event and get your "Pink On"!  If you are able to donate to the raffle or bake sale on this day, the football team and Coach Sadler would be grateful!  The team will also be selling "In Memory cards" for $1.00 for any cancer remembrance.  All proceeds will benefit the American Cancer Society.  For additional information, please contact Melissa Emanuel at 203-895-0101 or Alina Merced.
Boys' Basketball
There will be a meeting for boys who are interested in trying out for the freshmen, junior varsity, or varsity boys' basketball teams on Tuesday, November 3 at 5:30 pm in the cafe.
Girls' Basketball Bags
Any girl interested in ordering a bag for basketball with their last name embroidered in blue should place their order by Wednesday, October 28. Bags are $40. Please make checks payable to Coach DeMarco. Click here for an order form. 
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Order your ND apparel today! Click here to view the gallery and to place your order. 
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