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Congratulations to...
... the October Students of the Month: Dan Guarini '18, Manjot Singh '19, Joe Robles '17 and Carolina Alicea '20. Students were nominated by teachers and selected by a faculty committee based upon contributions to school and community, attitude, and academic achievement.
Mural Displayed in US Capitol Rotunda
The mural created last school year by students in Dr. Callaghan's and Ms. Medoff's classes as part of the Jesse Lewis Foundation/Choose Love Movement social and emotional learning program went on display this week in the US Capitol Rotunda. Senator Richard Blumental arranged for the murals to be displayed in Washington, D.C. Notre Dame's mural can be seen at the top of the picture below (with LO above the VE in the second panel from the left).

The murals included in this display reflect some of the lessons that partner schools have learned from the program - love, compassion and forgiveness. The purpose of this display is to share some of the success stories of the Choose Love Enrichment programs in Connecticut schools, to educate the general public on the benefits of social and emotional learning, and highlight the importance of including social and emotional learning program funding in education legislation.

Notre Dame presented the mural to Scarlett Lewis, the mother of Jesse Lewis, who died in the tragedy at Sandy Hook in 2012, when she spoke to our students in September.

Members of Love Life Get in the Halloween Spirit at Assumption School
On Thursday, members of the Love Life Club conducted a fun service and fellowship activity by painting pumpkins with the first graders at Assumption School in Fairfield.  Participants included Meghan Burke '19, Mia Dunn '19, Vanessa Joseph '19, Katherine Heffernan '19, Mary Keden '19, Sam Mosel '19, Emma Sweeney '18, Grace Gallagher '17, Shelby Nolan '17, Arianna DeNitto '17, Liv Silva '17, and Liv Keden '17.

Parent and Student Update
2016 Notre Dame Open House is This Sunday
Notre Dame will conduct its annual fall Open House for all prospective students on  Sunday, October 23. Tours of campus will be offered beginning at  1:30 pm and the program will begin at  2:30 pm. Please help spread the word to any families who might be interested in Notre Dame - either as an incoming freshman or a transfer student. Families can pre-register for the Open House by clicking here.

Appalachia 2017 Applications Due By November 18
Sophomores, juniors and seniors interested in applying for the 2017 service trip to Appalachia are reminded that applications are due no later than  November 18 . This year's trip will return to Neon, Kentucky and take place from  June 24 - July 2 . Click here for additional trip details and an application. Please contact Mr. Cipriano with any questions.
Link Crew Red Carpet Movie Night
Link Crew is hosting a Red Carpet Movie Night for Freshmen on Wednesday, November 2 at 5:30 pm in the gym.  Admission is two canned goods for a local food pantry.  Snacks will be provided and you can bring your own as well if you would like.  Bring a comfy fold up chair, blanket, or sleeping bag.
Love Life to Sponsor Movie Afternoon
Love Life is sponsoring a fun movie afternoon for any ND student in room 201A at  2:30 pm on  Thursday, October 27.  We will be watching Hocus Pocus and snacks will be provided.  Come join us for the fun.
Annual Pink Football Game
Join us for the Homecoming/Pink Game Saturday!  Raffle Prizes and 50/50 Raffle... $5 for an arm length.  We are selling footballs for a $1 in memory or in honor of family and friends.  Footballs will be added to our pink banner at the game!  We are looking for help in the concession stand for the bake sale. Please turn in signed footballs and payment to Jennifer Casceillo at the game or contact her if you are willing to volunteer jcasceillo@sbcglobal.net.  We'll take more donations for baked goods or the raffle too!  See you there!
Campus Ministry Updates

RSVP for Trunk or Treat
Campus Ministry is sponsoring the 3rd Annual Trunk or Treat on  Wednesday, October 26th from 3-5 pm in the faculty parking lot.  Parents and alumni are invited to bring their small children to participate in the trick or treating, games, and activities.  If you are intending to bring a child, please rsvp by emailing Miss Madoff at  Jmedoff@notredame.org.  We are also looking for donations of baked goods, candy, decorations, or prizes for that day.  

Campus Ministry Meeting
The next Campus Ministry meeting will be held on Thursday, October 28. See Miss Medoff with any questions.

Mite Box
Thank you to those of you that donated to this week's Mite Box for St. Jude's.
ND Prepares for the Consecration of the Diocese of Bridgeport
Notre Dame is excited to be joining the entire community of the Diocese of Bridgeport in preparation for the Consecration of the Diocese of Bridgeport to the Sacred Heart of Jesus, which will take place on  November 5 . Over the coming weeks, we will be sharing a series of essays written to help our Diocesan Community prepare for this solemn event. Click here to find the first essay entitled: The Meaning of Christian Pilgrimage.
Drama Club Wreath Sale Fundraiser
In the spirit of the season, give your support and enjoy beautiful holiday evergreens. The Drama Club will be selling Christmas wreaths and garland. Click here to see wreaths and prices. All orders are due by November 1, 2016 for an expected delivery date between November 28 and December 5. To order, please fill out  this form  and hand it and payment in to Mr. St. Onge. If you have any questions please contact Debbie Vayda at incharge@optonline.net.
Scholarships for Current ND Students - Deadline is October 25
Through the generosity of a series of individuals and groups, we are excited to announce five scholarship opportunities available to current Notre Dame students. Scholarship awards will be credited towards 2016-17 Notre Dame tuition.
  • Love Life Scholarship - one $2,500 award available to any current student. Financial need/essays considered.
  • Class of 1965 Scholarship - three $2,000 awards available to current sophomores, juniors or seniors. Academics, service to school/community, financial need and essays considered.
  • Bender Family Scholarship - one $3,000 award available to any current student. Financial need/essays considered. (Note: Correct application is included here as the wrong file was included in the original email to parents.)
  • Kevin Comer Scholarship - one $2,500 award available to a current sophomore, junior or senior. Participation in certain sports, excellence in math, and essays considered.
  • Lou Saccone Memorial Scholarship - one $500 award to a current sophomore, junior or senior. Participation in athletics, academic success, financial need and essays considered. 
Please click on the scholarship name above to download a copy of the application. All scholarship applications are due to the Main Office  no later than Tuesday, 
October 25
Save the Date! - Convivio March 3 - 5
Every year in the Diocese of Bridgeport, over two-hundred teens take part in a weekend event named CONVIVIO, an international conference of Catholic youth. The program first came to the United States in 2010. Coming from different towns and regions, teens meet at Sacred Heart University in Fairfield to be challenged in their Faith and to encounter Christ. This year's event will be held from March 3 - 5, 2017. Click here for more information.
Confirmation Classes Offered
Fr. Luke will be holding a Confirmation Class for any student who has not yet received their Confirmation. If you are interested in having your son or daughter receive the Sacrament of Confirmation this year, please contact Fr. Luke at 
lsuarez@notredame.org.
Used Clothing Drive
Earn Money for ND with Amazon Smile
Do you shop on Amazon? Now you can earn money for ND just by shopping. Go to  https://smile.amazon.com and log into your Amazon account. Search for Notre Dame Catholic High School and begin shopping.  Amazon will donate 0.5% of the price of your eligible AmazonSmile purchases to ND.  AmazonSmile is the same Amazon you know, same products, same prices, same service.

Parent Association Update
Mark Your Calendars with these Upcoming Events    

Homecoming Game and Food Truck Festival - October 22
Join us for the 2nd Annual Food Truck Festival and Homecoming Game! The ND Cheerleading Team will be hosting a clothing drive as well - see  attached   for details!  This is a great family event and a fun time for Alumni to meet up for lunch and the game!  

Spirit Wear Sales
Anyone interested in purchasing Spirit Wear, please email  parentassociation@notredame.org . Click here  for items to purchase.

60th Anniversary - Limited Edition T-Shirts
To celebrate Notre Dame's 60th anniversary, we are selling limited edition t-shirts for only $20.  This is a fun way to commemorate this special year and a great gift for the past, current or future Lancer in your life!   Click  here  for a photo.  Orders can be placed by emailing  parentassociation@notredame.org .  Youth sizes available upon request. 

Parent Association Meeting
Please join us at the next Parent Association meeting on Wednesday, November 16 at 6:45, immediately following the Athletic Association meeting in the library.
Scrapbooking Event - November 19th
Join us on Saturday, November 19 from 10am - 6pm for a day of scrapbooking fun! The cost is $40 per person and all proceeds benefit Notre Dame.  There will be vendors, raffle prizes and goodie bags with a continental breakfast, lunch & dessert provided! We are also in need of parent and student volunteers to donate food items, sell raffle tickets and help with serving food, clean up and set up.  Please contact Michele McGuire at mlmcguir@sbcglobal.net with any questions.  To donate food or volunteer your time, please follow this Sign Up Genius link .  To register for this popular event, complete and return this form by November 5. Bring a friend and make a day of it - hope to see you there!
Parent Association Membership 
Join ND's Parent Association by  clicking here . Membership Chair, Lori Stein,  loribeth516@yahoo.com , can answer any questions. GREAT THINGS HAPPEN WHEN WE WORK TOGETHER!

Guidance Department Update
College Rep Visits
Visits from college representatives are well underway. Seniors should look on Naviance for the full schedule. Seniors must sign up on Naviance to visit with a college representative. Once signed up, please stop by the Guidance Office at least two days prior to get a pass for that day. No student will be allowed to leave homeroom without a pass.  All visits will be at 8:00 a.m. in Room 205.

Upcoming Reps:

Kings College
Monday, October 24
Eckerd College 
Tuesday, October 25
Western New England University
Wednesday, October 26
Western CT State University
Thursday, October 27
Mount Saint Vincent College
Friday, October 28
Financial Aid Presentation
A college financial aid presentation was held at Sacred Heart University for parents of juniors and seniors on October 17. If you were unable to attend, click here to view the slides from the presentation.
Scholarships for Seniors
Scholarships are starting to come in for our seniors who will be attending college in the fall of 2017.  Please be sure to check the Naviance site.  Look under scholarships and see what scholarships are out there.  If you have any questions, please stop by the Guidance Office.
Opportunities
High School Essay Contest
Volunteer Square is thrilled to kick off their annual high school essay contest in partnership with Hearst Connecticut Media. The essay contest invites high school students in Fairfield County to tell us what community service means to them. Click here for more information. Submissions will be accepted beginning on Monday, October 24, 2016.
Volunteer Opportunities at The Discovery Museum 
Volunteer and Community Service opportunities are available at The Discovery Museum! A range of options are available, giving students a great opportunity to get first-hand experience in a number of different departments. For more information click here. For an application, click here. 

Young Artist Scholarship Awards for Playwriting
The Palace in Stamford is pleased to announce the third annual Young Artist Scholarship Awards for Playwriting. The 2017 scholarships will be awarded to three high school students for their writing of an original 15 minute, one act play. The three winning plays will be have a stage reading of their play at the Palace with professional New York actors. The students' will assist in directing their play during rehearsals the day of the reading. Criteria and an application can be obtained by clicking here. The deadline for submission is  February 20, 2017 .
Athletics Update
Lancer Week In Review
The Football Team played a hard fought game last week against New Milford.  Despite the loss (39-13), the boys played tough and never quit.  Mike Bevino '17 had two touchdowns (one a 50 yd kick return) and made 6 tackles, 2 sacks and an interception on defense.  Michah Brantley '18 had 7 rushes for 33 yards and was 6 for 13 for 70 yards, Taevion Jackson '20 had 21 carries on 120 yards.  Clyde Auba '18 and Anthony Emanuel '17 combined for 16 tackles and 2 sacks on defense.  The football team will be in action  on Saturday (10/22) against Bethel at home at  1pm.  It is homecoming as well the Breast Cancer Awareness day!  Come out and support the team as well as a great cause!

The Girls' Soccer Team continues to impress going 2-0 this past week defeating Norwich Free Academy (3-0) and Pomperaug (2-1).  Pomperaug is currently seeded #1 in the SWC.  The girls were lead by Samantha LaValle '17 (2 goals, 1 assist), Erika Quinones '17 (1 goal), Brianna Kydes '17 (1 assist), Katie Ciufo '18 (1 goal, 1 assist), and Kascia Zawadzki '19 (1 goal).   Samantha Camacho '18 made 12 saves in the wins and has 9 shutouts on the season.  The girls are currently 3rd in the SWC.  They finish up the regular season  next Tuesday (10/25) vs New Milford.  The SWC tournament begins on October 28 and ND will be hosting a quarterfinal game.  The time and opponent is TBA. Currently the girls are ranked 2nd in the CIAC Class M Tournament.

The Boys' Soccer Team also had a great week going 2-1.  Despite the loss to New Milford (currently in first place in the SWC), the boys defeated Norwich Free Academy (6-0) and Pomperaug (3-1).  The Lancers were led by Felipe Canzian '18 (4 goals, 1 assist), Pedro Oliviera '17 (2 goals, 2 assists), Vinicius Santana '17 (2 goals),  Dylan Wade '19 (1 goal, 3 assists),  Mareclino Camata '17 (1 goal), Kevin Morataya '19 (2 assists), and Sean Buzzee '19 all contributed in the 2 wins as well.  Marcelo DeSouza '19 made 14 saves in the three games.  The boys finish the regular season on  Monday (10/24) vs. Weston at  4pm for senior day.  The boys are currently 4th in the CIAC Class S rankings.  The SWC tournament for the boys also begins next weekend. Like the girls, the boys will be hosting a quarterfinal game.  Time and opponent is TBA.

The Girls' Volleyball Team went 1-2 last week against three good teams (lost to Weston and Pomperaug, picked up a big win on senior night vs. Bunnell). Leading the team this past week was Liv Silva '17, Shelby Nolan '17, Michaela Luk '18, Gabby Joseph '18 , and Zuquila Mbachiantim '18 .  The girls finish up the regular season this week and next with games against Bethel, Bunnell and Bullard Havens all away and start to prepare for the upcoming SWC tournament which begins on Thursday, October 27. The team is currently 7th in the SWC and 15th in the CIAC Class S Tournament rankings.  

The Boys' and Girls' Cross Country Teams competed in the SWC Championship  on Wednesday (10/19).  Top finishers for ND were Jeremy Tierney '18 and Lucy Grant '18. Both teams will be competing in the CIAC Class SS Championships  next Saturday (10/29) at Wickham Park in Manchester, CT.  Good Luck!
Interested in Playing Boys' Volleyball? 
Any student interested in starting a Boys' Volleyball team this spring should see Mr. Bleggi.
Athletic Event Season Passes Available
All Season athletic passes are on sale in Mr. Bleggi's office (Room 201) starting on Tuesday, September 6. Family passes are $75 (good for 4 people) and individual passes are $40. Please make checks out to Notre Dame HS.
Join the Athletic Association 
If you are interested in joining the ND Athletic Association for the 2016-17 school year, please click here to sign up on line. 
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