Notre Dame Catholic High School
March Newsletter
Service Forms Due Soon
Service hours are due on March 29 for sophomores, juniors and seniors. Freshmen will complete a community service project as a class later in the school year. Students and parents are reminded that they will not receive report cards or diplomas without these hours being completed. Forms can be obtained from Miss Medoff or on the N.D. website. Completed forms should be returned to Miss Medoff's office.
From the Key Club.
We are looking for donations of medium-sized Easter baskets, Easter grass, cellophane basket bags, little fillers, along with chocolate bunnies, jelly beans, and plastic Easter eggs. Please send your donations in to school to Ms. Casceillo. We are hoping once again to make 200 Easter Baskets for needy children. Cash donations are also greatly appreciated. Any help, large or small, is greatly appreciated. Basket making will be in room 313 on March 23 after school. All are welcome!
The annual New England District Training Conference will be held April 9-11 in Springfield, MA. The cost is $150.00 if anyone would like to attend. Please email Ms. Casceillo at Casceillo@notredame.org if you can help or for more conference information.
Yearbooks on Sale
While yearbooks will be delivered in May, students should reserve their copy today. The cost of a 2010 yearbook is $68. Payment can be made by cash or check and should be brought to Mr. Cipriano.
N.D. Bus Payments
The full amount for 09-10 N.D. bussing of $800.00 is now overdue. All monies must be paid ASAP. We will not accept any personal checks after April 1, 2010. Students will not be able to take their final exams until this financial obligation has been paid.
Guidance Office News
Third marking period progress reports have been mailed home. Please contact your child's teachers with any specific questions. Possible failures for the year have also been sent to parents.
Seniors are reminded that scholarship information can be found on Naviance.
All juniors will be taking a "practice" ACT during school on Friday, March 26. Juniors will also be taking the ACT on April 28 during school and the results of the April 28 test can be used for college admission purposes. There is no need to register for either test.
Juniors and Seniors planning to take the May SAT are reminded that the deadline for registration is March 25. The deadline for June SAT registration is April 29.
Junior parents still interested in meeting with their child's guidance counselor to discuss college planning should call the Guidance Office to schedule an appointment.
A College Fair for juniors and parents will be held on Wednesday, March 24 at Trinity Catholic in Stamford from 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. There will also be an Online College Fair on March 24 and 25. Sign up for this event at CollegeWeekLive.com. During this fair, families can chat with admissions reps from hundreds of colleges nationwide.
Students in AP classes interested in taking an AP exam this spring, should see their teacher ASAP for information.
Junior Prom
The Junior Prom will be held on Friday, April 23, 2010. A letter will soon be sent to all junior parents explaining the event and the school's expectations of all students in attendance.
Lost and Found
Students are reminded that we have many items in our lost and found drawers in the main office, including textbooks, notebooks and clothing.
From the Athletic Director
A reminder to all parents that spring sports begin on Monday, March 22. In order to participate in tryouts, practices or games, a student must have an up-to-date physical on file with the nurse. Please see the nurse or Mr. Cipriano with any questions. Students with out-dated physicals have all be notified. Physical forms are available from the nurse, the athletic director, or on the N.D. web site.
The Fall/Winter Athletic Banquet will be held on Tuesday, March 23 at 6:30 p.m. in the N.D. gym. All fall and winter athletes and their families are invited. The cost of dinner is $12 for adults and $5 for students. Invitations were mailed to all athletes, and RSVPs with payment are due to Mr. Cipriano no later than Friday, March 19.
Congratulations to the following winter athletes who received recognition from the Southwest Conference: Boys' Basketball: Arkel Miles - All SWC, Marcus Ortiz - All Patriot Division, Nick Klarides - Honorable Mention; Girls' Basketball: Nicole Negron - All Patriot Division, Annie Sutila - Honorable Mention; Boys' Hockey: Tyler Schmarr, Peter Gintoli, Steve Hotchkiss, Steve Novak, and Eric Sugrue - Division One First Team, Kevin Bettini, David Canfarotta, and Charlie Zuccarini - Division One Second Team, Ben Viccari - Honorable Mention.
The boys' hockey team will be in action in the first round of the CIAC state tournament on Wednesday, March 10 at 7:30 p.m. at the Milford Ice Pavilion versus Fermi High School. Tickets are $8 for adults and $5 for students. Advanced ticket sales will be available at Notre Dame on Tuesday and Wednesday.
Auction/Cabaret Update
Attention! Attention! Attention! It's that time again. Notre Dame's 8th Annual Auction/Cabaret will take place on May 1 at 5:30 p.m. in our gymnasium. This is our school's biggest social event and fundraiser of the year. We need your help! The most important area we need your assistance with is collecting items that can be included in our silent and live auctions. We are looking for everything from gift certificates, to artwork, to theater & sports tickets, to the use of vacation homes, to landscaping and electrical services to anything you can think of. The options are limitless. New to this year's auction is our "Auction Angels" Program. Letters were sent home last week explaining the program. It's very easy..you send in a monetary donation and choose the gift card you want to donate and our volunteers will do the rest. Of course, all donors will be recognized in our Auction/Cabaret program and all donations are tax deductible. This is a great way for busy parents to contribute to our auction's success! Please contact the Advancement Office at 372-6521 or marzik@notredame.org if you have any questions or if you would like to make a donation. Also, don't forget to SAVE THE DATE (May 1st). Ticket information will be sent out in the coming weeks.
Is Your Child Looking for Service Hours? Many of our students have not completed the service hour requirement of 10 hours for the school year. Service hours are mandatory at Notre Dame (please see the student handbook). If your son or daughter is still looking for service hours, the Auction Committee is looking for students to drop off solicitation letters and donation forms to area businesses. This is great way to get a few service hours done while helping the Auction Committee with their gift solicitation. Students and/or parents can contact Mrs. Marzik at marzik@notredame.org for more information.
N.D. Spring Musical
This year's spring musical, Annie, will take place on May 7 and 8 at Sacred Heart University. We are looking for volunteers to help out in various capacities, especially costumes, construction of sets and scenery. If you are interested in helping to make this year's musical a success, please call Theresa Marzik, Director of Advancement.
School Raffle Tickets
With the economic outlook continuing to be so dismal, who couldn't use a little cash? This year, the winners of the annual Notre Dame raffle will win just that: cold, hard cash! Our prizes this year are: 1st prize - cash prize of $2,000, 2nd prize - cash prize of $1,000 and 3rd prize - cash prize of $500. A $5 ticket could turn into $2,000! Tickets are $5 each and come in books of ten. All families should have already received two books of tickets. The drawing will be held at our Auction/Cabaret on Saturday, May 1, 2010. Anyone who needs extra tickets can pick them up in the Main Office. Please make all returns by the raffle date. Please support the annual Notre Dame raffle!
Father Bill's BBQ Sauce
The Father Bill's Best Barbecue Sauce, which had its debut at the Garlicfest, is once again available. The unique combination of sweet maple syrup and tangy garlic in a specially blended barbecue sauce is the brain child of Father Bill and Judy Waldeyer and is specially prepared by her. Each 12 ounce bottle retails for $5.00. Contact the Advancement Office (marzik@notredame.org) to make your purchase. Remember the grilling season is rapidly approaching! You'll love it!
Golf Tournament
Save the Date!!! Notre Dame's annual golf tournament will be held on June 14 at Oronoque Country Club. More information will be mailed out to school families within the next few weeks.
Congratulations to .
Senior Lindsey Russo, who was awarded a Good Citizenship Medal by the Daughters of the American Revolution.
February Students of the Month
Each month, four students are recognized for their contributions to the N.D. and local communities. These students are selected based upon faculty nominations and a committee selection. The February Students of the Month were: Senior Demi Figueroa, Junior Megan O'Reilly, Sophomore Megan Pace and Freshman Dan Murphy. Congratulations!
Sr. Marion Rielly Scholarship Applications
A reminder that Sr. Marion Rielly scholarship applications are now available and must be returned by May 5. A current freshman, sophomore and junior will reach receive a $2,000 scholarship. Qualifications for this scholarship include: Christian dedication, excellence in leadership, academic endeavor, service to school and community and participation in the arts and extra-curricular activities. Applications are available from English teachers or in the main office.
Financial Aid Applications
Financial Aid applications are available in the main office and on-line. Families who receive financial assistance must apply for aid annually. Applications can be submitted once your 2009 tax returns are completed.
Cafeteria Menu / Morning Announcements
Just a reminder that the monthly cafeteria menu from Lindley Catering and N.D. morning announcements can be found on the N.D. web site.
Care Club News
The N.D. Care Club will be collecting used prom dresses for needy area young women. Please donate up-to-date, clean, ready-to-wear gowns or dresses on hangers. Jewelry, purses and shoes in good condition are also needed. Bring donations to the library before school on March 25 or 26. Thank you in advance for your support.
Cheerleading News
Congratulations to senior Katie Terry and junior Kayla Frosceno for making the All State Class S Cheerleading team. This is Katie's third year making the All State team! In order to receive this honor, the girls had to submit a video with a cheer, jumps, stunts, tumbling and dance. The videos were judged by a group of cheerleading coaches and these two cheerleaders were in the top twenty for Class S.
The Notre Dame cheerleaders will participate in the Class S State Cheerleading Competition on Friday, March 12 at the New Haven Athletic Center. The competition begins at 6:30 p.m. The admission prices are $8.00 general admission, $5.00 for students and senior citizens (under 5 is free). The New Haven Field House is located at 480 Sherman Parkway in New Haven.
Almsgiving for Haiti
Thank you to everyone who donated money toward relief efforts in Haiti. Between the dress down day and penny wars (congratulations to the sophomore class for winning), Notre Dame collected $2,281.65. Your generosity is very much appreciated!
Easter Egg Hunt Donations
Campus Ministry is looking for donations for our annual Easter egg hunt and party on March 30 for St. Peter's second graders. Plastic eggs, little candy or treats, erasers, stickers, (anything that could fit in an egg), would be greatly appreciated. Please bring donations to the offices of either Miss Medoff or Father Cipriani.
Senior Retreat
The Senior Retreat that was postponed due to inclement weather has been rescheduled for Monday, March 22.
Youth Festival
Sacred Heart University is hosting an annual Christian youth festival called Convivio from March 12-14 for high school students. Anyone interested should see Father Cipriani immediately.
Lenten Events
Campus Ministry is sponsoring several upcoming Lenten events including a food drive throughout March, a Faculty Family Lenten Mass and Breakfast, the opportunity to go to Reconciliation, and a Holy Thursday Prayer Service. Please try to take advantage of some of these great ways to participate in your faith throughout this holy season.
French Honor Society
The French Honor Society will be holding its annual Easter Basket Sale and Bake Sale from March 29 to 31.
