The last week has been filled with energy, enthusiasm, and optimism. It's been a great start of the year. We've all committed to building community which starts with learning everyone's name and helping everyone find a place here where they can be seen and heard.

Now that we've launched the school year, it's time to begin working on some of our long-term issues. Last spring, the Partners in Mission consulting group came in and made recommendations for our future. One of their primary recommendations was for Notre Dame to re-establish its School Board in order to get more people involved in shaping the future.

I've created this Google Form for nominations. If you know of someone who has the talent and time to help, please nominate! We're looking for a mix of current parents and alumnae/community leaders to assist in the areas of finance, marketing, fundraising, enrollment, and long-term planning. The first charge will be studying and enacting the Partners in Mission report. The Finance Committee will begin monitoring the budget and developing next year's budget. We need help in the areas of advancement: fundraising, annual fund, events, marketing, enrollment, etc. And a long-term planning committee will be looking at our facilities, programs, and plans in terms of our mission.

This is an important part of rebuilding our school. We need to bring expertise to the table and we need your help! We're going to rebuild and I hope you can help!

Dr. Tim Uhl

• Students need to have locks on their lockers by Friday
• Thursday: Students may wear jeans or leggings (no sweatpants or pj bottoms) with a class color top.
• Lunch orders for the week can be placed here by 9PM on Sunday.
• Senior off-campus lunch privileges will begin on Tuesday, September 2. A permission slip will be sent out for parents to sign.
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Here is the link to the Student Handbook. We're continuing to adjust as issues arise.

Please make sure to send a note after each student absence.

We'll be sending out permission forms for seniors to leave for lunch by the end of the month.

• Aug 15th, Class Dress Down Day (Feast of the Assumption)
• Aug 22nd, Mass of the Holy Spirit 9:20 am (all invited!)Aug 24th, Volleyball jamboree
• Aug 26th, WOW week begins
• Aug 29th, Back to School Night for Parents, 6:00 pm
• Aug 31st, Back to School dance

Practices for volleyball and tennis begin at 2:30 pm on August 12th. After that day, practices will begin at 3:30 pm every day. There is a meeting for student-athletes and parents at 5 pm on Thursday, Aug 8th at 5 pm (before the BBQ). We need athletes to turn out for these sports so we can have full teams!

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

FACTS Family Portal

We’re excited to announce our new school management system – FACTS SIS (Student Information System). FACTS gives parents the opportunity to get more involved in their child's academic progress and future success by using FACTS Family Portal, a private and secure portal that allows you to view academic information specific to your children. You may view your daughter's grades, attendance, homework, as well as other useful school information such as the school calendar and teacher email addresses.

Accessing your Family Portal

1. From FACTSmgt.com, click Log In Here, then click Family Portal Login.

2. Click Create new account.

3. Type our school's District Code: NDHS-CA

4. Type your Email Address.

5. Click CREATE ACCOUNT.

An email will be sent which includes a link to create your Family Portal Login. The link is active for 6 hours.

6. Click the Create your Family Portal Login link in the email.

7. Type a Username and Password.

8. Click Create Account.

9. Click Back to log in and use your new credentials to log in.

Please reach out if you have any issues with accessing your account.

We are excited to share some wonderful news about our school community! We currently have six alumnae working as dedicated and valued members of our staff. These accomplished women have returned to their alma mater, bringing with them a wealth of experience and a deep commitment to our school's mission. Their presence enriches our educational environment and serves as an inspiration to our students.

We are proud of their achievements and grateful for their contributions to our school. Thank you to Ms. Ansberry, Mrs. England, Ms. Menchaca, Mrs. Rains, Mrs. Stone, and Ms.Yoder for returning to Notre Dame!

We are also blessed with Moms who have chosen the Notre Dame experience for their daughters…

“An all-girls high school experience at Notre Dame has given our daughters a nurturing environment where they feel valued and has empowered them to become confident leaders both in school and in their community. As an alumna, having my daughters educated at Notre Dame has been such a blessing. We believe in the high-quality education that our daughters have received, and the values Notre Dame instills to prepare them for success once they have graduated.”

Mike & Lynne (Jeffries) Hodges ('83)

The California Airshow this year is September 27, 28 and 29 and offers another opportunity for ND to be seen in our community. If you are interested in volunteering, please email crains@notredamesalinas.org.

Email: tuhl@notredamesalinas.org

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