News of the Week    September 12, 2016


Picture of the Week
Ninth Graders and Seniors on the Highline for Orientation 2016!
This Week at ND
Monday, 9/12, Day 2
First Full Day of Classes

Breakfast/Lunch Service Begins

Volleyball Practice, 4pm- 6pm

Tuesday, 9/13, Day 3
ND Volleyball vs. Mt. St. Ursula, 2:40pm, Away

Wednesday, 9/14, Day 4
Volleyball Practice, 4pm- 6pm

Thursday, 9/15, Day 5
Volleyball Practice, 4pm- 6pm

Friday, 9/16, Day 6
Volleyball Practice, 4pm- 6pm


School Lunch
Monday, 9/12
Siracha Chicken Sliders

Sweet Potato Waffle Fries

Tuesday, 9/13
Turkey Burger 
Deluxe Toppings

Seasoned Wedge Fries

Wednesday, 9/14
Chicken Teriyaki
Sesame Lo-Mein

Spring Mix Salad

Thursday, 9/15
NY Thursday
Hot Turkey Pastrami Melt on Kaiser Roll

Fritolay SunChips

Garlicky Green Beans

Friday, 9/16
Macaroni & Cheese

Cold Pear Salad




Reminders
Candy Sale I Begins on Sept. 19th

Picture Day on Sept. 21st

Sept. 22nd:  Extracurricular Fair; Parent Orientation Evening; College & Financial Aid Info Meeting for Senior Parents; Chez Nous  Benefit Collection

Faculty Retreat on Sept. 23rd--No Classes

Anne's Value Day on Sept. 27th

NHS Tag Day on Sept. 29th

Mass of the Holy Spirit on Sept. 30th, 4 A
Day
 



Dear Parents and Students,   

I hope everyone enjoyed Orientation 2016, during which we inaugurated our theme for the year:   Voices.  Together, this year, we will strive to cherish and celebrate each student's unique voice; to listen carefully to one another's voices; and to use our own voices to advocate for the "voiceless."  

Special thanks to Sr. Virginia, Ms. Vargas, and Anne's Leaders for all they did to prepare for orientation.  Thanks, also, to Deztynee' Rivera '17, Mr. Stordeur, and the Student Council for pairing our ninth graders with Senior Sisters.  And brava, Ms. Lindvall, for the creation of a beautiful Alma Mater for our school, the words of which are as follows: 

Notre Dame; Chez Nous
 
On West 13th, where Chez Nous stands
We join together, hand in hand
We grasp much knowledge with heads held high at Notre Dame.
 
As sisters one, we bond with love
With heart and strength, we rise above
And Anne's values will guide on our way.
 
We lead with honor and loyalty
And celebrate diversity
Forevermore, Notre Dame, Chez Nous.
 
With appreciation,

Jackie Brilliant
Principal
Announcements
  • All families are required to complete a Department of Education lunch form, even if you are not applying for reduced price or free lunch.  If you are not applying for these services, you may leave any financial information blank.  Please check with Ms. Rivera in the front office if you have any questions.  Breakfast is free for all students at 7:30 am in the Commons.  Full-price lunch is $1.75.
  • Calendar Update:  Fri., Sept. 30th is now a 4A Day.  Mass of the Holy Spirit will take place from 8:15 - 9:15 and is required for all students.  Enjoy the first liturgy of the 2016-17 school year!
  • Save the date and spread the word! The Commission on Independent Colleges & Universities in NY is pleased to announce the date for the 9th annual College Fair & Workshops! Saturday, 11/9 @ Fordham Univ. Rose Hill Campus. click here for more information.
  • The ACE (A rchitecture, Construction Management, or Engineering) Programs
     are now open for registration. This is a great mentoring program with lots of scholarship opportunities. To apply for this program please  click here  or email admin@acementorny.
    org.
  • Please join the UN Secretary General, Ambassador Samantha Power, and Amal Clooney, for the appointment ceremony of Ms. Nadia Murad Basee Taha as UNDOC Goodwill Ambassador for the Dignity of Survivors of Human Trafficking, on the occasion of the International Day of Peace, Friday 09/16 at 3:00pm. Please contact Mr. Stordeur if you are interested in attending. 
  • Students are reminded that they must bring their iPads to school every day, fully charged.  Ninth graders will receive their iPads and our One-to-One manual in their Tech Literacy classes.
  • All students are reminded to check their Chez Nous email accounts daily.
  • Parents and caregivers are asked to contact Ms. Rivera (riverai@cheznous
    .org) in the main office with any attendance-related matters.  Please call the school (212-620-5575) before 8:15 am if your daughter will be absent, or send an email to Ms. Rivera, who will verify the note by phone.  Please see pp. 14-15 of the Parent/Student Handbook for the complete attendance policy.
  • High school students with a love of math can become a part of MoMath! Gain valuable experience while helping others, and add something unique to your college applications. Applications for 2016-2017 high school internships are now available at click here. Plus, don't miss multiple opportunities this fall to experience MoMath's dynamic and engaging exhibits for free.
  • The YWCA presents its AMP Leadership Program and Teen Steaam (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, Advocacy, Math) Programs, both open to highschool girls. 
    click here. The fellowship application is due on 09/14.
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