Next week we're kicking off a new tradition here at Notre Dame--our own homecoming! We're filling the week with fun activities for students, an All-School Mass, a day of home games (tennis and volleyball), a pep rally, and a dance. Let's face it, these activities are what students usually remember about high school. Our goal is to make the week special and fun. Homecoming Dance Family Service Hour Opportunities

At the same time, we're re-building the alumni database to keep our alumnae connected to Notre Dame. We've launched this simple Google Form to "crowdsource" this information. If you know of any alumnae, feel free to share the link.

While we're looking at the present (our students and their experience) and linking to the past (alumnae), we're also building for the future. In the pictures below, you'll see our Spirits visiting schools, parishes, and festivals to spread the good news that Notre Dame is thriving and has a bright future. Please help us spread the word by inviting people to the Open House on October 22nd.

Dr. Tim Uhl

• If you'd like to offer an intention for next week's Mass, here is the survey.
• The student announcements for the week can be found here. This week's announcements includes an overview of Homecoming activities next week. The homecoming dance is next Saturday, October 5 in the Notre Dame gym from 7 - 10:00 PM. Tickets must be purchased on the link here by Wednesday, October 2. Homecoming Dance Family Service Hour Opportunities Check out what's happening!
  
• We have (free) yard signs advertising the Open House. Please stop by to pick up one for your house and/or place of business. We can also send them home with your Spirit.
• Here is a Google Doc with student service opportunities

Here is the link to the Student Handbook. We're continuing to adjust as issues arise.

• Sep 25-27, Scholastic Book Fair in Room 17
  
• Sep 25th, home volleyball vs. North Salinas
• Sep 26th, tennis @ Carmel
• Sep 27th, volleyball @ Greenfield
• Sep 29th, ambassador visits to Masses at Cristo Rey
• Sep 30th, College Info Night, 6 pm in Theater
• Oct 3rd, Homecoming Mass/ home tennis matches / home volleyball game
• Oct 4th, Homecoming Pep Rally
• Oct 5th, Homecoming Dance
• Oct 18th, Mother-Daughter Paint Night, 6:30 pm
• Oct 22nd, Open House 6-8 pm

ACE High has created a web page where athletes and their parents can customize spirit wear to support their favorite ND sports. Here is the link.

Every prospective student-athlete needs a physical and needs to go to Home Campus to fill our the eligibility items. New students will be directed to NFHSlearn.com after completing Home Campus.

Volleyball schedule can be found here. Tennis schedule can be found here. As we continue to add games, here is the basketball schedule, the lacrosse schedule, the swimming schedule, and the softball schedule.

• NHS applications are due Friday, 9/27
• Seniors College Workshop Series continues next Tuesday at lunch with "Applying with Scoir & the Common App" flyer is found here
• Free online digital practice PSAT October 12th. View details and register here.

2024-25 Scholarship Opportunities

On September 19th, the California Rodeo Salinas proudly announced a significant contribution of nearly $800,000 to local non-profits, schools, groups, and community organizations. The donations were generated through the efforts of various groups including our families from Notre Dame. Dr. Uhl was invited and attended the dinner and graciously accepted the donation of nearly $4 thousand on the school’s behalf. Many thanks to the parents and students of Notre Dame who made this possible!

This week we had a planning meeting for our Bocce Night on November 2nd. We plan a fun filled night with family and friends! Here is the Sign Up Genius link so you can help…thank you!

Email: tuhl@notredamesalinas.org

Website: www.notredamesalinas.org
Location: Salinas, CA
Phone: 831-751-1850
Twitter: @drtimuhl