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Reminder: Diversity Showcase - January 23
ND's annual Diversity Showcase will be held on Friday, January 23 from 7-9 p.m. (buy your tickets for $5 each here) with the Night Market starting before from 4:45-6:45 p.m (free entry). Come celebrate Notre Dame's rich diversity!

CSF Application - Due January 23
Sophomores, juniors, and seniors: the CSF application is due tomorrow, Friday, January 23 at 11:59 p.m. No late applications will be accepted. Email Ms. Huang with any questions.

Buy a Valentine's Day Candygram!
Your class cheerleaders are excited to host the 4th Annual Candygram fundraiser, with all proceeds going to the YWCA Golden Gate Silicon Valley. Buy a Candygram for a classmate or teacher for $3 each or 2 for $5, either using this online form (which closes on February 6 at noon) or by coming out to Pardini Park with cash, credit card or Apple Pay at lunch on Monday, February 9 or Tuesday, February 10. Candygrams will be hand-delivered by your class cheerleaders on February 11. Email Mrs. King (eking@ndsj.org) with any questions.

IVAP x Maitri: Domestic Violence Awareness Presentation - January 26
Join the Initiative for Violence and Abuse Prevention (IVAP) Project and Maitri for the “Domestic Violence is a Community Issue—Together, We Can Prevent It” presentation on Monday, January 26 from 3:15–4:30 p.m. in C304. Speakers from Maitri will discuss the unique challenges survivors face, the broader impact of domestic violence on our communities, and meaningful ways students can be part of the solution, followed by a brief Q&A and reflection. Snacks will be provided! Please reach out to Aamiya ’26 at (aseth26@ndsj.org) with any questions.

Wear Blue Day for Human Trafficking Awareness Month - January 30
Join TASC Justice on January 30 by wearing blue tops (with appropriate uniform bottoms) to support Human Trafficking Awareness Month. This month aims to highlight, understand, spot, and stop human trafficking and exploitation within our world. Don't forget to grab a sticker by the school gate!

Presentation's Winter Mixer - January 30
Get ready to go for the gold at the Presentation's Winter Olympics Mixer on Friday, January 30 from 7:30-9:30 p.m! There will be dancing, Winter Olympics-themed competitions (table-top curling, hot wheels bobsled and ski jump, pool noodle ice hockey) and hot cocoa and tasty treats at their international snack bar. Get your tickets before they sell out. 

2027 STEM Summer Trip Feedback
If you were unable to come to the information meeting about the STEM Trip for the Summer of 2027, you can still put in your feedback on where you would be interested in traveling via this form, which also includes a link to the slide deck from the original meeting. Each slide has a basic overview of each trip and a clickable linked QR code to the EF travel page for more details. If you are interested in traveling with us, please complete the form by January 27, and contact Mr. Lecheler (alecheler@ndsj.org) if you have any questions. 

League of Young Women Voters Guest Speaker - February 6
On Friday, February 6 during leadership collab from 2:20 to 3 p.m., the League of Young Women Voters is hosting a guest speaker event in C206. They will be featuring San Jose's District 3 Councilmember, Anthony Tordillos, who will be speaking about the importance of civic engagement and careers in policy. This event is open to all Notre Dame students and will also feature time for Q&A. 

New Year, New Adventure: France and Spain 2027
Join your classmates for an exciting educational trip to France & Spain in June 2027, featuring iconic sights, incredible food, unforgettable memories, and the chance to practice your French and Spanish beyond the classroom! Learn all the details at the virtual info meeting on January 28 at 6 p.m. — please register here. Please contact Profe (csharer@ndsj.org) with any questions.

2027 STEM Trip Information Meeting
Join us in M213 on Tuesday, January 20 during lunch to explore the options for ND's STEM Trip for the Summer of 2027, which will be open to current freshmen, sophomores, and juniors. During the meeting, we will be sharing options for where we could go and collecting feedback on your interests in where we will be going. If you are interested in a STEM-centered trip, please complete this form, even if you cannot attend the meeting. Please contact Mr. Lecheler (alecheler@ndsj.org) if you have 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!

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.