Class of 2030 Opportunities

Shadow Program - Fall 2025

Eighth graders get a VIP pass to hang out with a Notre Dame student for a day, diving headfirst into the ND High School experience! The shadow visit includes a meet-and-greet with the admissions team, attending 2-3 college-prep classes, and enjoying lunch with the ND community. The program has limited spots per shadow day and gets filled quickly! Shadowing is offered from September to December.

Class Visits - Fall 2025

From September to November, Notre Dame students and the admissions team visit local middle schools to deliver presentations during the school day. They share their personal experiences of being a Notre Dame student and provide valuable information about the admissions process and transitioning to high school. Ask your teacher to invite us!

Eighth Grade Day - Friday, Nov. 21, 2025, 8 a.m. - noon

Student Program: Students experience a day personalized for eighth graders to expose them to "life at ND" which includes an assembly, short classes, brunch, and a closing rally. The event is organized and implemented by the sophomore class, who will be "big siblings" to the incoming class.

Parent/Guardian Program: Parents and guardians are invited to attend a special session hosted by members of the administration and admissions teams. The session will include a deeper dive into our distinctive programs and the opportunity to interact with a student panel. The event will be held on campus at the same time as the student program and has limited capacity. 

High School Placement Test - Saturday, Jan. 10, 2026

Notre Dame has a test optional admissions process, which allows students the choice to take the HSPT or to submit an academic sample of work that they feel demonstrates their ability and potential. Students may still opt to take the test and submit the results to Notre Dame. Test registration is available through the applicant checklist in Ravenna once a student becomes an applicant. Please view the Frequently Asked Questions section of the application page for more information. 

Class of 2031 Opportunities

L.E.A.D. (Learn. Empower. Act. Discover.)

As part of Notre Dame’s ongoing commitment to Catholic education and women’s leadership, we offer a series of workshops for young women currently in seventh grade at Catholic elementary schools in the Diocese of San Jose. The L.E.A.D. application for the 2025-26 school year opens in August. View our L.E.A.D program page to learn more.

Seventh Grade Preview Afternoons

• Wednesday, February 11, 3:30-5:30 p.m.
• Wednesday, February 25, 3:30-5:30 p.m.

The student program is for seventh graders who are interested in visiting our vibrant downtown campus and learning more about the co-curricular opportunities available to students at Notre Dame High School. Parents and guardians of students attending Seventh Grade Preview Afternoon Student Program are invited to attend our parent/guardian program that includes a welcome address from our Head of School and a personalized tour. For priority access to registration, join our mailing list now.