Notre Dame presents Honor Awards to

Valedictorian - Hai Hoang

Salutatorian - Alexander Almeida

Notre Dame Medals are presented to the Top Twenty Students of the Graduating Class:

The National Merit Scholarship Program has named

Timothy Cassidy

A National Merit Commended Student for his outstanding performance on the Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test in 2008.

National Honor Society

The Board of Directors of the Connecticut Association of Secondary Schools takes pleasure in awarding certificates of recognition for demonstration of the qualities of scholarship, leadership, service and character, which earned election to the National Honor Society of Secondary Schools to the following students:

Notre Dame presents medals to members of the French and Spanish Honor Societies:

Student Council and Senior Class Officers are presented awards for their outstanding contributions to their class and school.

Notre Dame Subject Area Awards for Academic Excellence. The recipients are:

Presidential Awards

The President of the United States presents the following Education Awards
for Educational Excellence and Achievement

I am delighted to join your family, friends, and community in congratulating you on receiving the President's Education Award. By earning this honor, you have shown a deep personal commitment to educational excellence and I commend you for your hard work.

Nothing is more important to our Nation's long-term success than educating our future leaders. Your commitment to learning will help you meet the educational and professional demands in your future and will help lead America to a better day.

I am confident that you will build on this achievement as you strive for even higher goals in the future. I wish you all the best for continued success in the years ahead.

President Barack Obama

The President's Awards for Educational Excellence are presented to:

Vincent Procaccini, Notre Dame graduate and former language teacher at Notre Dame presents an scholarship award to a senior who has demonstrated The most improvement in Spanish. This award is presented to

Rasheina Avery

The Joseph Gabriel Don Quixote Award is presented to a graduating Senior who exemplifies the virtues of optimism, hard work and perseverance. The recipient is

Matthew Caulfield

Notre Dame Award for four years of perfect attendance is presented to

Hai Hoang

Notre Dame Awards for Drama are presented to

Irene Boyle and Emily Cryan

Notre Dame Award for Band is presented to

David Lynch

The Louis Armstrong Award is presented to a member of the Notre Dame Band

Adrianna Diaz

Notre Dame Award for Chorus is presented to

Rockshana Desances

The Connecticut Association of Secondary Schools takes pleasure in awarding Certificates for Student Leadership to

Andrew Miller and Laura Grenier

Notre Dame and Robert Taylor Photography present awards to the editors of the Notre Dame Yearbook-

Ashley Alves, Nakeeda Earle and George Liscinsky

Daughters of the American Revolution Good Citizen Certificate is presented to

Timothy Cassidy

The Catholic Daughters of the Americas present an award to

Megan Prater

The Notre Dame Chapter of the JSA Debate Club presents an award to

Andrew Shillinglaw

The Knights of Columbus present a First Place Essay award to

Jenna Peters

In recognition of academic excellence and active participation in civic and community activities The Honorable Susan Bysiewicz, Secretary of the State of Connecticut, presents the 12th grade excellence in Citizenship award to

Laura Grenier

The Connecticut Interscholastic Athletic Conference presents awards to a young man and woman from each high school in the State of Connecticut for academic achievement and outstanding athletic contributions. Notre Dame's recipients are

Gregory DeSantis and Vicky Yiannoulis

Southwest Conference Leadership Awards are presented to

The United States Merchant Marine Academy at Kings Point is pleased to present a Certificate of Appointment to the Academy to

Timothy McGehee

to the Class of 2013. The Appointment was made for Tim by Senator Joe Lieberman.

A UNICO Scholarship is presented to

The Rotary Club of Fairfield awards a scholarship to

Irene Boyle

Armand R. Fabbri Notre Dame Award

Armand Fabbri, former Superintendent of Schools for the Diocese of Bridgeport, devoted more than 30 years to Notre Dame as teacher, coach, department head, librarian, assistant principal and principal. Armand Fabbri, perhaps more than any other person exemplifies the spirit and tradition of Notre Dame. The recipients of this award are

Robert J. Christy, Sr. Memorial Baseball Scholarship

Robert Christy was a great supporter of Notre Dame Catholic High School and its athletic program. The father of English teacher, Mrs. Carole Surina and grandfather of Dean of Students, History teacher and baseball coach, Mr. Kevin Philipp, Mr. Christy passed away two years ago.

Mr. Christy loved sports, especially baseball. He believed in showing up every day to play and work hard, leading by example. Family, loyalty, respect and a sense of humor were important to him. When faced with adversity, he didn't give up; it made him stronger. He was a gentleman on and off the field. The scholarship is awarded to two senior members of the Varsity Baseball team who best exemplify those qualities.

This year's scholarship is presented to

The John A. and Mary Behuncik Heritage Scholarship for an outstanding student of Slovak background is awarded to

Rose Bajda

The James and Eva Fahey Scholarship for an outstanding student displaying strong academics, leadership and citizenship is presented to

Jenna Peters

The Appalachian Award, in memory of Thomas Carroll, is given to a graduate who has worked in the Appalachian project and who has shown genuine concern and compassion for those in need. The award is presented to

The Diocese of Bridgeport Educational Association awards The John Tyminski Scholarship to a student planning a career in education. The recipient is

The Val Rossetti Memorial Scholarship is presented to a Senior who plans a career in the field of Business. The recipients this year are

Meghan Carrion and Nakeeda Earle

Jessica Miner Scholarship

Jessica Miner, a member of the Class of 1998, died twelve years ago. In her memory, her parents, Nancy and James Miner, have established a scholarship to be awarded annually to a graduating senior who plans a career in the health field.

This scholarship is in honor of both Jessica and Mrs. Patricia Land, Notre Dame's former school nurse, for her efforts on behalf of Jessica and the Miner family.

This year, the scholarship is presented to

Regine Charlot

Fred J. Moriarity Jr. of the Class of '81 passed away suddenly on November 25, 1991. Fred was a man of compassion, care, sensitivity and love. In his memory and honor, Notre Dame has endowed a memorial scholarship with financial assistance to be given to a member of the Notre Dame football team. The recipient is

Shawn Goncalves

The Earnest Errichetti Scholarship was created to recognize the devotion of alumni parents Maria and Daniel Errichetti, to the needs of special children. The family of Maria and Daniel Errichetti established this scholarship and dedicated it to their brother Ernest who taught his family about true caring, humility, patience, and about giving back to those less fortunate.

The Errichetti Family is pleased to present this scholarship to

Kayleigh Dodge

who embodies Maria and Daniel's ideals and values and who has shown through her many accomplishments that family, community, and personal excellence are values most import to her. The Errichetti family wishes Kayleigh the best of success as she starts off on her future path.

Charlotte Ebling Memorial Scholarship - Charlotte Ebling, a former teacher at Notre Dame, loved life and the things that really mattered: her family, her friends and her students. She tried to make the most of her God-given talents, and in doing so, left us with a lifetime of memories to cherish, share and reflect upon. In tribute to her beautiful life and to her outstanding service to Notre Dame, a scholarship in her memory is presented to

Vicky Yiannoulis

The Chester Lapinski Scholarship is presented to a senior who plans to attend a Catholic college or university. The recipient must be of Polish American extraction. This scholarship is presented to

Lauren Buczek

Anthony Magliocco Scholarship

On January 6, 1997, the Notre Dame family suffered a great loss. Anthony Magliocco, a 1994 graduate, passed away suddenly and unexpectedly. Those who knew Anthony are better people because of it. Anthony was a leader to those around him. He affected more lives in his 20 years than most people would in 100 years. He truly was an angel on earth.  If you didn’t know him, take a minute and talk to his friends and family, you'll see that a piece of Anthony lives in each of them.

A scholarship has been established in the name of Anthony Magliocco. Each year, a graduating Senior from Notre Dame will receive this award. The recipient of this award demonstrates strength in 3 areas:

Alyssa Magliocco

The Alice A. Zembrzuski Scholarship has been created to honor a graduating Notre Dame Senior. The student who is awarded this scholarship will excel not only in academics, but must display outstanding character and leadership abilities including community service during his or her Notre Dame years.

The scholarship is presented to

Frank Carrano Award

On July 25, 1999, the Notre Dame community suffered a sudden loss with the death of Frank Carrano IV, a member of the Class of 1999. Frank's mark will be forever with us - from the image of his smiling face, to his outgoing personality and his positive outlook, to his ability and desire to enjoy life to its fullest. Frank will further be remembered for his love for Hockey and Lacrosse and as tri-captain of the 1998-99 State Championship Ice Hockey Team. Frank impacted so many lives and the memory of #66 will always be with us.

A scholarship has been established in his name and each year a graduating senior hockey player or players will receive this award. Recipients must meet the following criteria:

Michaela Cooper Award

Michaela Cooper was a special friend and loyal supporter of Notre Dame during her life. She did much to encourage students to attend our school.  Her dedication and faithfulness will always be remembered. In her memory Notre Dame presents an award to

Christopher Schmarr

Kim Wickert Donnelly Scholarship

Kim graduated from Notre Dame in 1970.

In Kim’s memory, the Class of 1970 presents a scholarship award to a young woman who best exemplifies Kim Donnelly's quiet leadership, love of family and her creative, gentle spirit. Her optimistic attitude allowed her to enjoy life and the family and friends around her. The recipient is

Irene Boyle

Bob Shea Scholarship

Bob Shea arrived at Notre Dame more than 30 years ago. During these years, he dedicated himself to Notre Dame. There was no job too small or large for Bob. He gave endless hours to enhance the financial and educational status of our school. He loved Notre Dame! Bob died on February 18, 2000. The Notre Dame community owes Bob Shea so much.

In memory of this great man, Notre Dame presents an award to a student who exemplifies what Notre Dame is all about -

In Bob's memory, we present an award to

The Home-School Association Parent Award - Each year, it is our distinct pleasure to honor parents or guardians who through tireless efforts on behalf of Notre Dame has helped to keep our school alive and improve the quality of life. This award is presented to parents or guardians who have no other children at Notre Dame. We are proud to honor the recipients of this award.

Lancer Loyalty Award

The Lancer Loyalty Award was established in 2008. The Loyalty Award is presented to families who have had 4 or more graduates of Notre Dame.

Thus year, The Lancer Loyalty Award is presented to

Diane and Bob Sorrentino and Frank Magliocco

In recognition of thier sacrifices and support of Notre Dame Catholic High School as evidenced by the graduation of

Dinamarie '89, Robert '92, Stephanie '96,
Vincent '99 and Anthony '09

and

Frank '02, Michael '05, Alex '07,
Matthew '08 and Alyssa '09

 Truly, you exemplify what is meant by the term
"Notre Dame Family"