Leadership, Excellence and Service in a Dynamic Environment

Catch the Spirit!

Notre Dame High School

Nestled in the heart of theBeach community, Notre Damewas founded in 1941 by theCongregation of Notre Dame.Built on a vision of academicexcellence and spiritual values,and inspired by Saint MargueriteBourgeoys, we aim to educateyoung women to assumeleadership roles in their families,the church and the global village.

Notre Dame High School provides:

• A safe and welcoming learningenvironment

• The skills necessary for students to reach and exceed the provincial standards in literacy and numeracy

• Continued spiritual development modelled on Gospel values nurtured within the school and greater community

• A challenging program of academics and coinstructionalactivities designed to prepare students for placement at postsecondary destinations

• Pathway exploration forapprenticeship programs andthe world of work

Our History... Our MissionResearch supports that girls perform

better in a single gender environment

“All-girls schools appeal to studentsand their parents, some educatorssay, because they arm female students with a can-do attitude, a sense of empowerment, and the freedom to focus on their studies without distractions.” -The Globe and Mail

• Academic excellence in Mathematicsand Science are maximized

• Girls assume leadership roles in all aspects of school life

• Girls feel free to explore their interests and express themselves through arts, writing, athletics and clubs

• An inclusive and diverse student population that supports and honours all traditions

• Nurturing and empowering young women in a focused learningenvironment

Why an all-girls school?

Student SuccessThe ND Student Success Team works with school staff, students, parents, and the wider community to help students earn the credits necessary for graduation.

Enrichment and Advanced Placement ProgramsAcademic excellence and innovation are key to Notre Dame’s success. Our students consistently exceed the provincial standards in both Literacy and Numeracy.

Students are encouraged to be independent thinkers and life-long learners.

The Student Success Team will:

• Work collaboratively to determine appropriate placement of students

• Monitor and counsel students regarding progress, achievement and pathways.

• Canadian Science Technology Fair• University of Waterloo Math contests• Skills Canada Competition• CSUNA (United Nations assembly)• Social Justice Symposium

• Essay and Poetry Competition• University of Toronto Gifted Conference• Film and animation workshops at the National Film Board of Canada• Visual Arts competitions

Notre Dame students are given the opportunity to participate in:

Leadership Today, Leaders TomorrowEvery September, our grade nine students

are hosted at a 3-day overnight adventure called Grade 9 Getaway. The camp is supervised by classroom ND staff and activities are led by passionate, energetic student leaders.

All girls participate in outdoor activities and group sessions which explore how to transition successfully to high school. Faith development activities are an integral part of this orientaion to Notre Dame. As grade 9 students get accustomed to a new school, new classes and a new peer group, student leaders offer friendship, support and a safe, fun and welcoming environment.

Our student leaders are chosen through a vigorous selection process.

Challenging leadership training sessions prepare students for the responsibilities as mentors, program planners, team builders and positive role models in the Notre Dame school community.

PreAP courses are currently offered in grades 9-10. Advanced Placement (AP) courses offer university-level content to students at the high school level. Notre Dame currently offers AP Biology, French, and English.

• Anime Club• Art Club• Avidity (Hip Hop Dance Team)

• Board Game Club• Cardboard Boat Team• Concert Band• Dance Co. (Contemporary Dance Team)

• Eco Team• Fashion Club• GSA Club• Library Club• Marguerite Mentors• Me to We• Photography Club• Reach for the Top• SODF• Student Chaplaincy Team• Tech Crew• Yearbook

• Cross-Country**• Badminton• Tennis• Basketball• Volleyball• Swimming**• Soccer• Softball• Table Tennis• Track & Field**• Ultimate Frisbee• Ice Hockey

**OFSAA Qualifier

Notre Dame students compete and win accolades in various national co-curricular competitions such as Skills Canada, Sears Drama Festival, Sears Design Competition, Royal Canadian Legion Poster Competition as well as competitions in Math, Science, and Civics. Notre Dame has also been a Gold-Level Eco-Certified school for the past two years.

Co-Instructional ProgramsClubs/ActivitiesAthletics

ND Awards

Students have the opportunity to experience the strong school spirit that comes from participating in many Notre Dame activities.

Events

School Assemblies

School Events

Special Events

Spirit Week

The staff and student body of Notre Dame hold various events and assemblies throughout the school year. With the utmost energy and enthusiasm, the young women of Notre Dame learn how important it is to be active in our communities and to find the confidence to become strong young women.

Stop the Stigma conference, Walk-a-thon, Semi Formal Dance, Welcome Back BBQ and many more.

Dance-off, ND Film Festival, Athletic Banquet, Arts Banquet, Spring Concert, “Arts-Mas”, Fashion Show, and many more.

Students have the opportunity to show-case their culture through song, dance and food to celebrate our diversecommunity.

Multicultural Celebration

PlusMany More...

Learning in the 21st CenturyOur students are at the forefront of leading technology in education.

• Our brand new iMac computer labs enhance our students’ academic success with innovative tools that personalize learning for the 21st century.

• Many of our classrooms are equipped with Smart Boards which provide an interactive learning experience to enhance learning.

• Wifi internet access is available throughout the school which allows students to connect with their own devices.

• Students in our technological education courses have competed and won awards in province-wide competions.

International ExcursionsEach year students have the opportunity to participate in a school-endorsed March Break trip or an Art-focused experience.

In recent years, students have travelled to Italy, France, Greece, Spain,New York, Boston, Chicago and Costa Rica.

These exciting international experiences enable our students to explore the history, culture, art, music and religion of different countries around the world.

Notre Dame Graduates

Graduates of Notre Dame are known for their enthusiasm, love of learning, effective communication skills and commitment to service. They have become successful leaders in their communities. Notre Dame graduates continue to excel in their chosen fields of study and work.

Our graduates are the proud recipients of the following post-secondary scholarships:

• Governor General Award• Schulich Leader Scholarships• Catholic Education Foundation of Ontario Award• Eli Lilly Mathematics & Biochemical Scholarships• Notre Dame Awards

Notre Dame High SchoolOpen House

Wednesday, October 28th, 20157:00 pm - 9:00 pm

12 Malvern Ave.Toronto, ON M4E 3E1School: (416) 393-5501

Guidance: (416) 397-6177

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Visit our websitenotredame.tcdsb.org

Design by: O. Mazza, A. Internicola, J. Nwaubani and E. Barron

Parking:• St. John’s Elementary School

playground (enter off Malvern Ave.)

• Side streets surrounding ND (Malvern Ave. and Lyall Ave.)