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Foundational
Statement:
Notre
Dame Academy, through the efforts of its faculty and staff and in
cooperation with the parents, provides an enriching atmosphere that
encourages learning, celebrates the joy of God's goodness, recognizes
the need for service and leadership and promotes social justice
for all. Dedicated to educating young women to make a
difference, Notre Dame Academy nurtures the development of
the whole person. Notre Dame Academy provides a Catholic, gospel-centered,
college preparatory education that celebrates and values each individual
for her own gifts and talents in the classroom, on the court or
playing field, on the stage or in the art studio, and in her own
home, church, and community.
Notre
Dame Academy graduates are:
•Women
of Faith who
- See themselves as a reflection
of God's goodness and demonstrate a healthy respect for themselves
and others
- Demonstrate their understanding
of the Catholic faith and its traditions by the ability to integrate
gospel values into life experiences
- Demonstrate a commitment
to the communal aspect of church, a strong moral code, personal
prayer and growth in personal faith
- Reverence God's creation
and work to preserve its balance and beauty
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Women committed to academic excellence who
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Communicate
effectively and confidently using oral and written skills
- Demonstrate information
literacy and critical thinking skills through analysis, research,
problem solving and cross-curricular connections
- Utilize technology effectively
and responsibly and apply scientific principles in their daily
lives
- Develop an appreciation
for artistic expression and explore their creative abilities
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Women committed to lifelong learning who
- Assume personal responsibility
for the ongoing process of learning as they prepare themselves
to utilize their skills in the larger world
- Pursue further education
and seek enriching and intellectual challenges
- Celebrate and respect
their own heritage, that of others, and the richness of cultural
and religious diversity
- Demonstrate rules of fair
play, proper conduct and sportsmanship and strive to practice
principles of health and fitness
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Leaders dedicated to a life of service who
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Understand
their social and personal responsibilities in global, national,
civic and church communities
- Develop leadership skills
and feel empowered to assume responsibilities of leadership
- Work collaboratively and
commit time, energy, and resources for the good of others as an
advocate for peace and justice
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