Notre Dame High School | A Holy Cross High School | West Haven Connecticut

Welcome to Notre Dame

Our mission is to inspire academic excellence, nurture personal growth, and foster integrity and compassion in students of diverse talents, backgrounds, and beliefs through our Catholic, Holy Cross tradition. Notre Dame students gain the Character to Lead, the Compassion to Serve, and the Confidence to Excel.

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At Notre dame Academics Means Innovation Notre Dame challenges students to become flexible and independent 21st century learners through rigorous study, innovative teaching practices, and personalized exploration. Our academics prepare students for life beyond high school. Learn more

At Notre dame Academics Means Innovation Notre Dame challenges students to become flexible and independent 21st century learners through rigorous study, innovative teaching practices, and personalized exploration. Our academics prepare students for life beyond high school. Learn more

The ND Advantage

Signature Program International BaccalaureateThe International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme is a rigorous and balanced two-year curriculum for juniors and seniors noted for developing students who have excellent breadth and depth of knowledge and flourish intellectually, emotionally, physically and ethically.
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Signature Program EngineeringFortune 500 Engineers worked alongside Notre Dame faculty to create the Engineering and Design Signature Program. This program is a three year program that cultivates the analytical, creative, and process skills required in the engineering profession. Students develop problem-solving abilities through practical learning applications.

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Signature Program Experiential LearningAt Notre Dame, learning takes place beyond the walls of the typical classroom and extends out into the real world. Students broaden their horizons through NDXL, an experiential learning term that encourages students to partake in study tours, special interest courses, service learning, and immersion programs.

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Signature ProgramSports, Exercise, & Health Science ProgramND's popular Signature Program in Sports, Excercise, & Health Science allows students to explore potential careers in Sports Medicine and Athletic Training. ND graduates will have an edge in applications to competitive college programs.
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Signature Program Moreau Honors The Moreau Honors Program emphasizes rigorous reading competencies while developing 21st-century skills including creative problem solving, collaboration, and digital literacy.
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Signature ProgramPeer CounselingThrough the Peer Counseling Program, selected seniors demonstrate leadership through service.
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Signature ProgramFreshman AdvisoryThe program emphasizes a positive transition from middle school and the many opportunities to engage, learn and thrive at ND.
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ND At-A-Glance

1
of select group of private schools in CT offering full IB Diploma

14
Varsity Sports

42
State Championships

50+
Clubs & Activities for all Interests

60
Ap, IB, UCONN ECE, & Honors Courses

33K
Hours of Community Service Each Year

$2.1M
in Financial Aid Scholarships & Grants

College Acceptances

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Discover your future at ND

Join us for a special evening showcase designed for 6th & 7th grade families to explore all that Notre Dame has to offer. The evening program will include a Student Panel, Campus Tours, an Academic and Student Success Overview, and guidance of the high school search, including a review of best practices for navigating the admissions process and an in-depth overview of understanding tuition assistance and scholarships.