Notre Dame High School, San Jose

As we close the semester, let us take a moment to reflect on all that we have accomplished. We gather today with grateful hearts, reflecting on the memories we’ve captured over the past months. As we begin to shift into winter, we, too, begin to slow down, rest, and reminisce on how far we’ve come.

Let us pray,
God of light and comfort, as we pause the school year, we thank you for carrying us through the semester. May the quiet winter invite us to breathe deeply and find peace. Help us release the stress and worries we’ve held onto. Fill our break with restoration, joy with friends and family, and safety wherever we go. We lift up our classmates, faculty and staff, and our community–those who are celebrating, struggling, and making it to the finish line. May your warmth be around everyone, bringing comfort, healing, and hope. As we enter winter break, guide us towards renewal so that we may return refreshed and ready for the new beginnings ahead. We pray this in the name of all that is good and holy. Amen.

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Congrats to Our Christmas in Pardini Park Winners
Thanks to everyone who came out to Christmas in Pardini, and congrats to our winners:
- Candy Guessing Game: Reese '27
More than 160 students submitted their guesses in the contest, and guesses ranged from 120 pieces to 4,167.23 pieces. The number of pieces in the jar was 802 and Reese guessed 827.
- Ugly Sweater Contest: Kiera '27
- Club Tree Decorating Contest: Chinese Cultural Club

Regent Collective Dance Company Auditions - January 7
Auditions for the Regent Collective Dance Company (RCDC) for semester 2 are Wednesday, January 7 from 3-4:30 p.m. in the dance room (CWL 103). No dance experience is needed! Fill out this form to RSVP and email Mrs. King with any questions.

Apply for the Central Coast Plunge 2026
Spend part of your Spring Break (April 8–10, 2026) exploring the beautiful Carmel and Monterey coast on the Central Coast Plunge: From the Grasslands to the Fisheries. You’ll get hands-on experience with organic farming, learn how our food system connects land to sea, kayak through the Elkhorn Slough, and meet local fishermen working to protect marine life. This environmental justice immersion also includes at least 3 direct service hours toward your requirement. Open to all grades— apply here to claim one of the last remaining spots!

Spring 2026 Music Opportunities - Regent Harmonies and The Prom Pit Orchestra
There are 2 great music program opportunities coming up this month! To join the Regent Harmonies choir for Spring 2026, please fill out the form by December 12. No experience is needed, and plan to show up for the first S2 rehearsal on Thursday, January 8 at 3:10 p.m. in the music room. And if you're interested in playing in the Pit Orchestra for ND's Spring Musical "The Prom", please fill out the form December 12. Email Ms. Paulson with any questions.

Downtown Discounts
Check out this flier for special offers from downtown businesses for Notre Dame students, faculty and staff!

Yearbooks Are On Sale Now!
Buy your 2025-26 yearbook now! Last year, yearbooks sold out in March so get yours now while you still can! Please email Ms. Mahler with any questions.

Request for a Sunflower Bracelet - BLOOM Leadership Gift
Please fill out this form if you did not receive the BLOOM leadership gift during August 13's opening assembly. Your gift will be delivered to your CP mentor, who will give it to you during one of the next few CPs.

Student Parking Information
Due to the limited number of parking spaces available in the ND/280 faculty and staff parking lot, spaces will be allocated to seniors only via a lottery system for each semester. Underclass students and seniors who did not receive a space in the lot have the following parking options:
- Find free, on-street parking on the surface streets around campus
- Park in the City of San Jose's I280/First Street parking lot and either pay the $5 daily rate at the kiosks in the lot or purchase monthly passes through the City of San Jose
Students in the class of 2027 will be able to enter the lottery for the 2026-27 school year via an interest form that will be posted in the spring.

Economic Driving School Information
Economic Driving School has been proudly serving Notre Dame students since 1990. They offer a DMV-approved online course, which meets all state requirements for Driver Education, and also offer behind-the-wheel training. They are committed to giving back to the Notre Dame community by donating 40% of every student registration back to the school, and they offer the course at no cost to students facing financial hardships. Find out more information here.

Class Ring Information
Browse the digital catalog of class ring offerings on the Herff Jones website! Rings can be ordered online for students of all grade levels and turn-around time from production to shipping is approximately 5-6 weeks. Please email Mike Rabago (mrabago@herffjones.com) with any questions.

Funding the Future Class Totals
Class of 2026 Giving Page
Class of 2027 Giving Page
Class of 2028 Giving Page
Class of 2029 Giving Page

Regent Cup Point Meter

Notre Dame's Student Newspaper the Crown and Shield

Career & Life Success for internship/jobs/enrichment opportunities.