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Senior Leads and Guest Speakers

Notre Dame's 11th Annual Young Women’s Engineering Symposium connected future engineers with accomplished female leaders in STEM. From mentorship to overcoming challenges, students gained invaluable insights and inspiration.

Compostable cup filled  with soil and vegetable seeds

The Green and Clean Club celebrated World Soil Day with a hands-on seed-planting activity and an inspiring talk from guest speaker Russell Dover, parent of Cat ’25, who shared the importance of composting and tips on how to get started.

Janksters' Robot

The Janksters competed at the Madtown Throwdown with two robots for the first time and earned an impressive third-place finish after advancing to the semifinals.

Luisa ’26, Sophia ’26, Jane ’26, Caelyn ’27 and Audrey ’26

Five Notre Dame students led prayers and shared reflections at the SiVIC annual assembly, highlighting their experiences in Notre Dame's interfaith programs and partnerships with local organizations.

Students in their crowns

The Class of 2025 celebrated their Senior Sunrise at Pardini Park, enjoying breakfast, music and a special crown-decorating tradition. In cozy pajamas, they bonded over sunrise views, laughter and excitement for the year ahead.

Students working on robot

The Janksters, placed third at the Capital City Classic after an impressive semifinal run. From hands-on teamwork and problem-solving to diversity workshops and alliances with fellow teams, the event was a rewarding experience for all members.

Democracy Matters event

The Class of 2025 gathered for Notre Dame’s Democracy Matters event. Through presentations and discussions led by faculty and local leaders, students explored the importance of active citizenship and were inspired to become justice advocates in their communities.

2024 WOI student and guest speakers with Head of School Ashley Rae Mathis

Notre Dame recently hosted its annual signature fundraiser, Women of Impact, presented by Marvell. NBC Bay Area News, the media sponsor, highlights Notre Dame as the Center for Women’s Leadership in their event coverage.

Class of 2028 dancing and celebrating

The Class of 2028 gathered for a night of fun and community building with all-you-can-e...

Students celebrating Junior Blessing

The Class of 2026 is honored for their growth, spirituality and impactful leadership during annual Junior Blessing.

students petting rabbits

St. Francis of Assisi Day

October 10, 2024

Notre Dame celebrated the Feast of St. Francis with a blessing, rock painting, planting and a visit from several therapy animals.

Hispanic Heritage Month Assembly

In celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month, Notre Dame welcomes back alum Lorena Cortez ’14, who shares her insights on the Latinx influence in the film industry.

Students donning teal and purple

Lighthouse, ND's mental health awareness club, organized purple and/or teal day to ...

ND music students playing guitar and singing

Notre Dame, Bellarmine and Presentation music students gather for an evening of community building and performances.

Integrating Culture, Voice and Identity students with Advita Rayarikar

Guest speaker, Advita Rayarikar, shares the importance of writing with Integrating Culture, Voice and Identity students.

Caitlin Stone-Collonge '16

Alum Caitlin Stone-Collonge ’16 helps girls express themselves through fashion.

Legacy Breakfast guests

Notre Dame Legacy Breakfast

September 19, 2024

Current alum mothers and grandmothers join their students to share the unique legacy they bring to the ND community.

Students on downtown San Jose fieldtrip

Hispanic Heritage Month

September 19, 2024

Notre Dame celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month at school and around San Jose.

League of Young Women Voters with the American flag

Kailin Kwan ’03 returns to ND for inspiring and informative meeting with the League of Young Women Voters.

Students in the Interfaith Immersion Program, New Mexico

ND students embark on an interfaith journey in New Mexico to learn about various places of worship, meet religious leaders and experience indigenous cultures.

Smiling Students

First Week of School

September 4, 2024

Notre Dame was abuzz with joy and camaraderie as students, families and faculty embraced the start of a new school year.

Start of School Assembly

A New School Year

September 3, 2024

Notre Dame welcomes the students to the 2024-2025 school year.

The Janksters Logo

2024 Robotics Bootcamp

August 14, 2024

24 incoming students attended a student-led robotics bootcamp to foster interest in robotics and build team spirit.

Tech Theater students at Cirque du Soleil

NDSJ Tech Theater team experienced a backstage tour of the Cirque du Soleil production of KOOZA.

Dance and music show

The dance and music departments proudly presented their debut collaboration in the production of Prologue, a show that brought freshman reads to life through dance and music.