ND Junior Academy

Athletics & Activities at NDJA

Athletics
The following sports are available through Notre Dame Junior Academy or through the Diocesan CYO program.

Check out the NDJA Athletic Page for more information.

Fall Sports Sign-Up Information

Clubs and Activities -- Learn More About Clubs

BIG SIS / LITTLE SIS PROGRAM
This mentoring program focuses on developing proactive strategies to help Junior Academy girls experience success. Junior Academy girls have plenty of opportunities to link with their “Big Sisters” both inside and outside of school.		 LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM
Tomorrow's Leadership Committee (TLC) is a unique skill development concept that allows different girls to step up at numerous times throughout the year. A variety of social, spiritual, and academic activities allow teams of girls to serve as a leadership grup for that specific activity. This unique concept allows more girls to begin to develop their time management, team building, communication skills, and natural leadership abilities.
SCHOOL TRIPS
River rafting, historical tours and theatre productions are just a few of the numerous trips in which the Junior Academy has participated. Each year different opportunities open up for the girls.		 OTHER STUDENT ACTIVITIES CAN INCLUDE:
Movie Nights
School Dances
Pajama Parties
Bon“d”Fires
Swim Parties
Activities with our Big Sisters
PASTORAL SERVICES
Junior Academy girls take leadership roles in planning Liturgies, prayer services, retreats and other religious events throughout the year. They plan and implement their own May Crowning and Stations of the Cross. “I love the retreats...it really helps us bond like a family.”		 SERVICE OPPORTUNITIES
Throughout the school year, Junior Academy girls participate in a wide range of Christian Service opportunities. Each is designed to broaden their views on the community and its needs. One of their favorite service projects is working with the Notre Dame Sisters in residence.
CRAFT CLUB
This club provides fun activities for all students in a relaxed atmosphere to let creativity flow. Items are created for gifts and personal use. Projects can include jewelry making, magnets, and so much more!
  
   






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OTHER STUDENT ACTIVITIES CAN INCLUDE



“I like that we can be leaders on student
council and everyone has a part.”
Our Mission Statement

Notre Dame Junior Academy, for adolescent women in grades 7 and 8, provides a holistic education in the Catholic tradition that nurtures the development of individual strengths and gifts in an academically innovative environment.

Along with an unparalleled academic foundation, the Notre Dame Junior Academy program is enriched with the Christian values that provide adolescent women with the guiding principles for a lifetime of contribution - at home, in their careers and in their communities.

We believe that each young woman has an inherent God-given dignity. Therefore, we strive to help them develop a deep respect for themselves and others as children of God in a setting permeated with Christian values.

We believe that adolescent women learn best in an environment that is challenging and supportive, affording them opportunities to process knowledge and information through sharing and discussion. Therefore, we structure the learning experience accordingly.

We believe adolescent women need an emotionally safe environment in which to explore and experience their strengths and weaknesses. Therefore, we provide a variety of curricular and co-curricular opportunities to promote these experiences.

We believe adolescent women learn in different ways and at different paces. Therefore, our academic content and delivery are responsive to this.

We believe in preparing adolescent women to succeed in the college preparatory environment. Therefore, we work closely with Notre Dame Academy to ensure spiritual, academic and social preparedness and ease of transition.