Weekly announcements to help parents and students stay informed about important news and events.
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SJND Athletics
Booster Club Pasta Dinner
Saturday, September 28, 6:00 p.m.
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Get your tickets before they're gone!
Don't miss out on this Pilot tradition! The evening includes a basket raffle, silent auction, and a delicious family-style dinner. Tickets are $15 for children/students/seniors, $30 for adults, or $300 for a table of 10. All proceeds benefit SJND Athletics.
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Dear Pilot Parents and Students,
This Monday, the SJND Admissions office hosted a Mornings with Admissions event during which prospective families heard from SJND students, our Admissions team and myself about finding the right high school fit. Three of our student ambassadors fielded questions about their transition to high school, ways in which SJND supports them and how they are challenged. Hearing their three very distinct perspectives reminded me of how our school programs serve a wide range of students’ needs, and that our dedicated faculty and staff supports and guides students with care and concern.
I ask that in the coming months, when you come across neighbors, friends and families who have middle school-aged children, please invite them to attend a SJND event so that they can begin to experience SJND. If they are in 8th grade, encourage them to participate in our Shadow Visit program.
Think back to when your student was in middle school and the thought process that your family went through when deciding to attend SJND. It may have been an easy one, or not, but in the end, it was a sacrifice. Being a product of Catholic school education, I know my parents’ sacrifice was the most impactful act of love they could have ever shared. Thank you for your commitment to SJND and for being a part of a beautiful community.
Ms. Guevara
Interim Principal
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Upcoming Events & Deadlines
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- College Night for Juniors and Parents: Wednesday, September 18, 7:00-8:30 p.m. in Notre Dame Hall
- Click here to RSVP.
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San Antonio Avenue Repair and Repaving Reminder
: Repaving work is currently being done on San Antonio Avenue (between Chestnut Street and Park Street) and should be complete by September 18. During this time, there may be temporary loss of on-street parking and motorists may experience additional traffic. Please plan accordingly.
Student Picture Retakes
: Student Picture Retakes will take place this
Wednesday, September 18
during lunch in Notre Dame Hall.
Practice PSAT Exam
: SJND will administer a practice PSAT exam on
Saturday, September 21 from 9:00 a.m. -12:30 p.m.
All Juniors are strongly encouraged to take this exam.
The practice PSAT exam will give students the opportunity to prepare for the actual PSAT exam, which will be given to ALL Juniors on Testing Day, October 16. The PSAT exam measures a) what you learn in high school and b) what you need to succeed in college. The PSAT is the qualifying exam for the National Merit Scholarship Program and the National Hispanic Recognition Program, among many other scholarship/recognition programs.
The Practice PSAT exam administration at SJND will include individualized score reports which students can use to personalize their PSAT and SAT practice.
The registration deadline is
WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 18
. There is an exam fee of $10 that can be submitted by cash or check on the day of the exam. Students should bring two Number 2 pencils, a calculator, snacks, and water.
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Student Life Fundraiser
: Our annual Student Life Fundraiser is currently underway. This year we will be hosting a community-wide raffle. All students were given a packet of 10 raffle tickets. Each family is asked to sell at least ten $10.00 raffle tickets to friends, coworkers, and family. Additional tickets may be picked up from Mrs. Stein.
Please return the envelope before September 23
(feel free to return in batches) with the filled-out raffle tickets and payment (cash or check written out to SJND).
The raffle will be held at lunch on September 27
. Winners need not be present to win.
Five individuals will win $100.00
Two individuals will win $250.00
Two individuals will win $500.00
One individual will win $1,000.00
All money we receive will go directly to supporting the co-curricular programs at Saint Joseph Notre Dame High School.
Participation in this fundraiser:
- Demonstrates the PRIDE we have in SJND
- Supports divisions for P2BAP and Spirit Week!
- Creates lifelong, happy memories with friends and classmates during your child’s time at SJND
- Provides funding to support our Club Life
- Helps provide yearbooks for all students
- Improves student activities, appreciation, and support
- Provides funds for year round assemblies and activities
Thank you for your support!
The Princeton Review's ACT ULTIMATE 18 Prep Course:
SJND is a proud partner of The Princeton Review and will offer two prep courses on campus this year: an ACT Prep Course in the fall and an SAT Prep Course in the spring. Junior and Senior students should strongly consider taking the ACT prep course in the fall,
in preparation for the December 14 ACT exam
. The ACT Ultimate 18 Prep Course offers 18 hours of focused class time, review and practice books, three scheduled proctored practice tests, and additional full-length and single-section practice tests. Our SJND students will also receive homework assignments tailored to them, customized study plans for their prep pace, and interactive goal setting and improvement tracking. All prep materials are included in the cost of the course, which is $630 after discount (use promo code STJOSEPH30OFF)
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Course/Practice Test Schedule
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The deadline to register is
September 23.
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Dig Pink Shirts
: SJND will be hosting its Ninth Annual Dig Pink match on
Friday, October 11 – JV at 4:30 p.m. and Varsity at 6:00 p.m.
T-shirts are $15 each. Order forms are due to Coach Hagan or Mr. Arriaga by
Tuesday, September 24
. Please make checks payable to SJND Athletics (Memo: Dig Pink) or
click here to pay/donate online
. Cash is also accepted.
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Fifth Annual Dream Flight Gala:
Please join us for the Fifth Annual Dream Flight Gala for Tuition Assistance on
Saturday, October 26 beginning at 5:30 p.m
. Enjoy a cocktail hour and dinner at the Claremont Country Club and take in performances by SJND choral group
One Voice
and world-renowned singer
Frederica von Stade, performing with Taylor Viera '20
. Early Bird Tickets are on sale now!
Ticket prices increase on October 1
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Counseling Announcements
- Junior Families: Please RSVP for College Night on Wednesday, September 18, from 7:00-8:30 p.m. in Notre Dame Hall.
- The annual City-Wide College Fair at the College of Alameda is Wednesday, September 24 from 6:00-8:00 p.m. Ms. Yee hopes to see you there!
- Juniors and Seniors: College admissions representative visits to SJND begin this week. Learn more about academics, campus life, the admissions process and more. Students must sign up in Naviance. For the full list of colleges, please click here. Seniors are encouraged to sign up with their Personal Academic Counselor if they have met with Ms. Yee and need more assistance.
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Support St. Joseph Elementary by attending their annual El Rancho celebration on October 5!
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