Notre Dame is a co-ed, college-preparatory high school that prepares students for
SUCCESS, and COMMUNITY Since our founding in 1956, our private, Catholic campus welcomes
and centers around our charism: Cor Unum et Anima One Heart and One Spirit Recognized as an Apple Distinguished School, Notre Dame utilizes a one-to-one iPad learning environment to encourage students to innovate beyond the classroom Our community is focused on developing and encouraging a culture of exploration, and providing students with opportunities to apply their learning in real-world environments on their journey to create, learn, and grow
ACCREDIDATIONS
Notre Dame is accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges(WASC)andtheWesternCatholicEducationalAssociation(WCEA) andholdsmembershipswithintheNationalCatholicEducationalAssociation (NCEA)andCollegeBoard
Through their selective application process, Apple recognizes outstanding schools, and programs internationally for technological innovation, leadership,andeducationalexcellence Since2021, Notre Dame has been recognized as an Apple Distinguished School. As an Apple Distinguished School, Notre Dame exemplifies how educational technology can promote learning and encourage student growth We focus on using digital tools to foster an innovative and compelling learning environment that engages students and provides immersive learning experiences based on creativity andcollaboration
EDUCATIONALTECHNOLOGY
AP&ACADEMICSCHOLARS
NotreDame'seducationaltechnologyisdesignedtoguidestudentstobecomeresourceful,creative,andresponsibledigitalcitizens Over90%ofthe teachers,staff,andadministratorsareAppleTeacherCertifiedaftercompletingaprofessionaldevelopmentprogramdesignedtobuildAppleproduct skillsandtechintegrationintheclassroom NotreDame'stechnologyprogramallowsourteachersandtechstafftomonitoriPadusebothonandoffcampus to ensure that students utilize technology responsibly All students are provided with a school-issued iPad, a school email account, and a personalized ebook shelf. Each student and parent also have access to our learning management system (LMS) Canvas, through which they can receiveandsubmitassignments,viewtheirgrades,andcommunicatewiththeirteachersandpeer
Manuel Cardoza Principal mcardoza@ndhsriverside.org
Alexandria Arguelles Assistant
Principal Student Services
aarguelles@ndhsriverside.org
Dr. Christopher Barrows President cbarrows@ndhsriverside.org
Christopher Johnson Assistant Principal Discipline and Culture cjohnson@ndhsriverside.org
Notre Dame offers 17 different CIF team sports in the fall, winter, and spring seasons Team tryouts are held during each season, with opportunities for studentstoparticipateinmultiplesports In2021,sixofourteamsearnedthe “HighestTeamGPA”inRiversideCounty
STUDENT AMBASSADORS
Student Ambassadors serve as the student-welcome committee. They lead shadow days, open house events, partner school events, and meet with prospective students and families. Students wanting to join the Ambassador program must complete the application process.
ASB & PEER MINISTRY
ASB and Peer Ministry students encourage campus engagement and faith formation through activities and retreats ASB (Associated Student Body) hosts clubs, events, dances, etc., and is appointed through class voting. PeerMinistersleadcampusretreats,Masses,andotherfaith-basedevents PeerMinistrystudentsmustbeacceptedthroughanapplicationprocess
CLUB&ACTIVITIES
Notre Dame provides many opportunities to get involved; more than 85% of our student population participates in at least one club, athletics, or other campus activity Students can join existing clubs and activities or even petition to start a new one. Some of our most popular clubs include Gardening Club, Key Club, Titan Times, and more
ATHLETICTRAININGPROGRAM
Notre Dame’s Athletic Training Program, led by the school’s on-campus Head Athletic Trainer, offers students a hands-on academic pathway in sports medicine. Through courses in Sports Medicine I and II, students gain classroom knowledge and practical lab experience, including athletic training hours supporting school teams. The program equips students with valuable life-long skills and fosters strong relationships within the campus athletic community.
PERFORMINGARTS
Studentsinterestedinperformingartscanparticipateintheater,choir,and church band The Notre Dame Theater Guild hosts three major performances each year, including the Student-Directed One Acts StudentsinvolvedinthechoirandchurchbandperformatMassandother communityevents.
MOCKTRIAL
Since its inception in 2017, Notre Dame’s Mock Trial Team has achieved consistent success, including a first-place finish in the 2022 Riverside County competition, second-place finishes in 2024 and 2025, and “Elite 8” placements since 2018 Coached by ND alumni, students have earned multiple Blue Ribbon Awards for roles such as Pretrial Attorney, Defense Attorney, Witness, Clerk, Bailiff, and Courtroom Artist, as well as internships with the Riverside County District Attorney’s Office.
INTERNATIONAL STUDENT ADMISSIONS
International students are an integral part of the Notre Dame community While abroad, students can thrive academically and socially through campus clubs, athletics, and the arts Notre Dame is a catalyst for international students to pursue their college ambitions within the United States. Our program enables international exploration within a safe environment during students' time at Notre Dame. International students are invited to apply for admission starting their freshman year with transfer opportunities from sophomore through senior year.
