School Overview: |
Notre Dame High School
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| School Membership(s) | National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA) Other school association(s) |
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| Religious Affiliation | Roman Catholic | |
| Grades Offered | Grades 9 - 12 | |
| Year Founded | 1876 | |
| Student Body | ||
| Total Students | 425 students | |
| Student Body Type | Co-ed | |
| % Students of Color | 13% (TN School Avg.: 23%) | |
| Students by Grade | ||
| Academics and Faculty | ||
| Total Classroom Teachers | 50 teachers | |
| Student : Teacher Ratio | 9:1 (National school avg.: 13:1) | |
| % Faculty w/Advanced Degree | 59% | |
| Average Class Size | 17 students | |
| Number of AP Courses | 11 courses | |
| List of Courses Offered | Link to List of Courses | |
| Matriculation Data | Link to Matriculation Data | |
| Finances and Admission | ||
| Admission Deadline | None / Rolling | |
| Acceptance Rate | 85% | |
| Admissions Director | Jenny Rittgers | |
| Sports | ||
| Total Sports Offered | 17 sports | |
Sports
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| Baseball | Basketball | |
| Bowling | Cheering | |
| Cross Country | Dance | |
| Diving | Football | |
| Golf | Lacrosse | |
| Soccer | Softball | |
| Swimming | Tennis | |
| Track and Field | Volleyball | |
| Wrestling | ||
| Extracurriculars | ||
| Total Extracurriculars | 27 extracurriculars | |
Extracurriculars
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| Chess Club | Concert Band | |
| Democracy Club | Dodgeball Club | |
| Drama | Emeralds Winter Dance Team | |
| Environmental Club | Green & Gold Ambassadors | |
| Honor Council | Irish Charms Dance Team | |
| Irish Echoes (yearbook) | Jazz Band | |
| Mock Trial | Mu Alpha Theta | |
| Music Ministry | National BETA Club | |
| National Honor Society | Paddle Badminton Club | |
| Pep Band | Percussion Band | |
| Ping Pong Club | SEARCH | |
| STARS | Student Leadership Council | |
| Toss Up/Quiz Bowl | Walking Club | |
| Yoga Club | ||
Notre Dame’s teaching philosophy is that students develop their intellectual gifts differently, that each one has a unique way of learning, and that the effective school responds accordingly. We offer academic programs that include college preparatory, honors, advanced placement and dual-enrollment (college credit) studies. Students participate in four years of guidance focused on self-discovery and the development of individual interests and abilities toward career awareness and college placement.
With a mission of developing young people into mature students and men and women of integrity, Notre Dame is also committed to seeing that students experience the full range of opportunity in life. Campus clubs, leadership organizations and athletic teams provide ready access to activities that enrich life and learning. More than half of our students participate in at least one of our athletic teams. Students, faculty and staff contribute 15,ooo hours of service annually to local community concerns. Our focus is on providing a rounded high school experience without undue pressure, based in study and balanced with sports, the arts, campus and community service, and social activities.
Consistent with our mission, Notre Dame strives for a diverse student body that reflects the community we serve. We encourage and welcome qualified applicants of all races, religions and national origins. Days at Notre Dame open and close with student-led prayer. Personal and spiritual growth are encouraged and nourished through a four-year program of theology studies that allow students to examine social justice issues and the histories and beliefs of the world’s major religions. Our safe-choice education and prevention programs are designed to support students as well as their families. Our campus ministry is active throughout the year, and our school calendar includes daily Mass, class retreats and SEARCH weekends.
Profile last updated: 08/27/2012
View all schools in: Chattanooga, Hamilton County, Zip 37404
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