Safe and Secure Environment

The Diocese of Phoenix and Notre Dame Preparatory are committed to doing everything in their power to ensure the safety of all those entrusted to our care, particularly youth, the elderly, and the disabled. Because we believe that each individual is created in the image of God, we also hold that all individuals must be treated with dignity and respect, regardless of race, color or creed. Therefore, the Diocese of Phoenix and Notre Dame Preparatory consider abuse, neglect or defamation of any kind to be totally unacceptable and contrary to Christian principles.

Notre Dame Preparatory endeavors to provide a safe environment for students on campus and at school-sponsored activities. To this end, all students receive Called to Protect information each year. All of our faculty and staff undergo Called to Protect training to protect those students entrusted to our care, and all parent volunteers who work around students must undergo this Called to Protect training. Should any student ever be approached by anyone in an improper way, or if any student ever feels that his/her safety is in jeopardy, the student should immediately notify the Principal or any faculty/staff member. Although Notre Dame Preparatory has hired a security service and installed surveillance cameras, it is the responsibility of each student, parent, staff and faculty member to be vigilant about inappropriate behavior.

Notre Dame Preparatory is a closed campus between the hours of 7:15 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. All visitors must report to the main office to receive a Visitor Pass before entering the campus. The school office hours are 7:15 a.m.-3:45 p.m. Students on campus before 7:00 a.m. or after 3:30 p.m. are expected to be in a supervised, designated area. Parents are asked to schedule appointments with teachers in advance of their visit to the campus.

NDP desires to provide a safe environment for students on campus and at school activities. Security cameras are posted at various locations on the school grounds.

All parents are highly encouraged to renew their safe environment certification yearly through CMG connect in order to be on our campus.