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If you have any questions or concerns, contact communications@ndsj.org.
Save the date to look back at 175 years of women's leadership at Open San José (38 S 2nd St) from March 2-31, 2027.
As the oldest girls’ school in the western United States and one of the oldest Catholic high schools in California, we strive to lift up our legacy while lighting the way to the future.
Celebrate our impact, the exhibit is open to everyone!
TOMORROW, Friday, Oct. 23 - 3pm due to Women of Impact Student Assembly
NOTE: Campus Closure 3:30pm
Monday, Oct. 26 - 3pm
Tuesday, Oct. 27 - 3pm
Wednesday, Oct. 28 - 2:15pm
Thursday, Oct. 29 - 3pm
Friday, Oct. 30 - 2:35pm due to Halloween Carnival
Parents of students of the Class of 2027 must log into PowerSchool to complete a Diploma Name Verification for your student by TODAY, Oct. 22.
3 Easy Steps: (View Visual Instructions Here)
Log into your Powerschool Portal
Select Forms on the left menu
Select the form "Diploma Name Verification"
Questions? Contact Student Information Systems Specialist Angeleena Parra at aparra@ndsj.org
Campus will be closed TOMORROW beginning at 3:30pm for ND's 175th Anniversary Alum Reunion Social.
Families are encouraged to make arrangements for students who cannot be picked up before the event.
Heading to the MLK Library on San José State's campus is always a great option.
You can also take advantage of special ND discounts and free WiFi at Nirvana Soul, Boba Bar, or another local business.
NOTE: Students participating in co-curricular and athletics programs will be able to remain on campus for those activities. Please check with coaches and/or program directors for any location changes due to the event.
Order a shirt for your student here
This year's shirt (designed by Sophie '27) can be worn on Friday, November 13 at school and during the Homecoming Game, and can also be worn on any Regent FIRST Friday during the school year.
Approximately $10 from each shirt sale goes directly to each class's Fund the Future.
No extras will be ordered, and students who ordered shirts will be emailed with pick up instructions once they arrive on campus.
AP Exams will take place May 3-10, 2027, with sessions running in the morning and afternoon.
Rate: $99 per exam
Payments can only be made here
Payments must be completed by Tuesday, Oct. 27 to avoid a $40 late fee per exam.
If you believe your student qualifies for a reduced rate or you have any questions contact College Counselor and Test Coordinator Mrs. Lecheler at jlecheler@ndsj.org
As we prepare for our annual All Souls Remembrance throughout the month of November, Campus Ministry and Latinas Unidas invite you to share the names of your deceased loved ones to be included in our school prayers and on our community Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) altar in Manley Hall.
Submit names and photo here
We have had an uptick in recent weeks of unauthorized vehicles parking in staff and student spots in the 280 parking lot under 280 between 2nd and 3rd Streets.
As a reminder, during the school day, all spaces in the 280 lot are assigned to staff and students. Any car not displaying an ND parking permit on its dashboard/windshield may be towed.
During the school day, please use the ND Visitors lot (2nd/Reed), the City of San José lot under 280 between 1st and 2nd Streets, or street parking.
Who: Parents of the Class of 2027
Costs:
Full Page: Up to 8 photos — $250
½ Page: Up to 4 photos — $150
¼ Page: Up to 2 photos — $75
Purchase a yearbook here with an early bird rate of $70 until mid-November
Deadline: Friday, Dec. 18
Questions? Contact Yearbook Advisor Tricia Creason-Valencia at tcreason-valencia@ndsj.org
Join us for our Fall Play, The Crucible by Arthur Miller
Showtimes:
Thursday, Oct. 29, 7pm
Friday, Oct. 30, 7pm
Saturday, Oct. 31, 11am
Sunday, Nov. 1, 11am and 3pm
Where: City Lights Theater (529 S Second St - across the street from campus)
Purchase tickets here
Questions? Contact Theater Director Bryan Ringsted at bringsted@ndsj.org
A super cool musical theater singing masterclass opportunity open to ALL students involved in theater, NDTC, Tri-M, music, etc. who want to improve their singing and auditioning ability.
ND Alum Aleia Eagleton will be joining us to share a portion of her brilliant knowledge. She has worked professionally multiple times and has been on a national tour!
Homecoming Week is coming! Each class will be raising money for their grade level's Funding the Future initiative, providing tuition assistance for an incoming student the year after the class graduates.
Learn more about homecoming week by visiting the Homecoming webpage.
Buy tickets for the Homecoming Dance here
Questions? Contact Student Activities Director Cara Borromei at cborromei@ndsj.org
Please join us for an enjoyable time walking around the garden area and connecting with parents from ND and Bellarmine.
Where: Municipal Rose Garden (1649 Naglee Ave, San Jose, CA 95126)
Meet us inside the garden by the fountain or look for us walking around the garden if you get there after 8:45am.
RSVP here
A delicious dinner with the AAPI PRG to celebrate Diwali, the Indian festival of lights that symbolizes light over darkness and good over evil.
All parents/caregivers are welcome to join!
Location: The Second Wife Indian Restaurant (50 Skyport Drive, Suite 40, San José)
RSVP deadline has passed, if you have any questions the contact information is below.
Cheers to Pragnya ’27 for being accepted into a national competition of young performers. Next On Stage provides a platform for outstanding talent on Broadway stages of the future.
Round 1 voting is open - Show your support!
Vote here until Nov. 11
Note: Click the confirmation email to confirm your vote. You are also able to vote more than once.
Read an article by Karley ’27 here.
The first online issue of the Crown & Shield, ND's student-produced newspaper, is out now!
This edition features seasonal updates as well as sections on ND News, Arts and Entertainment, Opinion, Social Justice, Sports, Lifestyle, and Advice. Read more
Shifts include parent chaperones, parent volunteer liaison, coat room, dessert bar, and parent photographer.
Sign up via VolunteerMatters here
Questions? Contact Student Activities Director Cara Borromei at cborromei@ndsj.org
NOTE: By CA law, all volunteers are required to be fingerprinted before volunteering when students are present. For more information and questions, please contact volunteer@ndsj.org
The Fall Concert last Friday evening was a wonderful kickoff for ND Music with a total of 77 students performing and Tri-M leading the show! Band/Strings, Three Jazz Combos, Regent Harmonies, Chamber Ensemble, and Fleurs du Soleil played to a house of around 200 people at Our Lady of La Vang church. Watch a video of the entire performance and make sure to take a look at the Program and Program Notes made by students. Photo Credit: Harper 27'
Hundreds of families poured onto campus for our signature Open House! It was a beautiful day to explore life as a Regent and learn about our distinctive programs. There was something for everyone with student-led tours, academic and co-curricular booths, performances, and an opportunity to hear from Head of School Ashley Rae Mathis, faculty, and staff. We are so proud of our community’s commitment in ensuring our legacy. Photo Credit: Harper 27' & Marcom
Congratulations to The Janksters who had a fantastic placement at CalGames last weekend at an off-season competition hosted at Woodside High School! The team ranked 5th overall with a 9-2 record, marking the Janksters’ highest qualification ranking in eight years and their best winning record in seven seasons! In addition to this success, the Janksters made team history by becoming the 3rd-seed Alliance Captain, one of the highest alliance captaincy placements in team history. Read more about the competition in an article by Richa ‘28 and Sofia ’29 here.
To continue their 175th Legacy Project, nine 175th Legacy Interns traveled off campus to St. Clare Elementary School to present their archival research and share the story of the Sisters of Notre Dame in California. We are so proud of seniors Lily, Supriya, Reese, Kaytki, Sasha, Izabel, Magan, Jenica, and Bella for their role in carrying on the Sisters' story during our 175th celebration year!