PARTICIPATE IN DANCE, ART, THEATRE, AND MORE BUILD SISTERHOOD 6 SMALL CLASS SIZES ENABLE 1:1 RELATIONSHIPS
MAKE FRIENDSHIPS THAT LAST A LIFETIME
COMMUNITY SERVICE AND CHANGE
A DAY IN THE LIFE OF A TIGER
With a schedule as flexible as ours, you'll be able to handle your class load, your extracurricular activities and still have time to meet with friends and teachers. Whether you plan on becoming an artist, engineer, statesperson, scientist, teacher or an athlete, all schedules are built around everything you will need.
WHY WE LOVE OUR BLOCK SCHEDULE
8:30 a.m. school start time. Sleep is important!
Provides a school/life balance
Improves focus with more time to engage in each subject
AP Human Geography - This class explores the relationship between human cultures and how they engage with, and alter, the surface of the Earth This class is for students interested in Social Science & Humanities
AP Computer Science Principles - This class satisfies the Computer Science requirement for graduation and is aligned with students who place into Honors
Geometry or Algebra II Students will explore foundational concepts and how computing and technology impact the world
BECOMING NOTRE DAME
Becoming Notre Dame is a unique class designed to ground freshman students in the Notre Dame experience, including:
Algebra I, Geometry, Geometry Honors or Algebra II (dependent on placement test)
Physics 9/10, Biology or Biology Honors (dependent on placement test)
World Language (Spanish, French, ASL, Mandarin)
Physical Education with Health
Visual and Performing Art (Sculpture, Dance, Fibers & Fabrics, Art, Drama, Band, Choir)
GET IN THE GAME GET IN THE GAME
FALL
VOLLEYBALL
WATER POLO
TENNIS GOLF
CROSS COUNTRY
FLAG FOOTBALL
WINTER
BASKETBALL
SOCCER
WRESTLING
SPRING
BEACH VOLLEYBALL
SOFTBALL
SWIMMING/DIVING
LACROSSE
TRACK & FIELD
YEAR-ROUND
CHEER POM
Participate in 30+ clubs including A Capella, Feminism, Women in Business, Art, Self Care, Cooking, Surfing, I am Diverse, Tri-School Orchestra, Model UN, Climate Conservation, and more!
A LEADER
ON CLASS COUNCIL
President Vice President
Associated Student Body
Ambassador Board
CA Scholarship Federation
Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging Board
Hallmarks in Action Board
Link Crew Board
Marketing Internship
National Honor Society
Secretary/Treasurer
Activities Director
Athletics Director
Spirit Director
Historian Homeroom Presidents
CLASSROOM
Have your heard about our food?
Delicious lunch is provided by Epicurean Group every day with many dietary options available upon request including vegetarian and dairy/gluten-free. Wednesdays also include dessert!
Wednesday Desserts
Daily
Salad Bar, Soup Special, Sandwich Bar and Sandwich Special
Caesar salad wraps are a favorite!
Wednesdays include a yummy treat which may include rice krispy treats, cookies or even churros!
Healthy & Organic
All meals include organically sourced produce and proteins whenever possible Each meal contains a vegetable and a vegetarian option The salad bar is always open and customizable!
Fan Favorites
Favorite meals include pasta, mac ‘n cheese, teriyaki bowls, chicken nuggets, Chinese food (orange chicken and fried rice), tofu plates, customizable taco bowls with rice, beans, meat or tofu and more!
WHY WE LOVE UNIFORMS
"We
don't have to think about what to wear - we can roll out of bed and put on our uniform. There's no competition and no judgment. We can just be ourselves and focus on what matters."
ALL-GIRLS
ADVANTAGE
ALL ACTIVITIES ARE FEMALE-DRIVEN
Each day our students take advantage of the opportunities available to them, whether it be participating on a student leadership board, starting a new club or leading a service learning project Students develop a tremendous amount of confidence in realizing that they, as women, are driving each of these school activities.
SELF-EXPRESSION BECOMES SECOND NATURE
Research findings note that it’s beneficial and powerful for girls, in particular, “to see it in order to be it.” So when students see their peers leading a club, excelling in student government or succeeding on the robotics team, they get the clear message that they too can excel in those areas Expressing oneself, sharing their unique perspective and using their voice becomes second nature This is the power of an NDB education.
BEING YOURSELF IS A SUPERPOWER
The single-gender environment at NDB empowers students to focus on what really matters, in and out of the classroom Whether students are invited to speak their mind in class in a compassionate environment or sing chants of sisterhood at the top of their lungs at a rally, being oneself is a superpower. Being in an environment where every student is seen and appreciated for who they are inspires students to speak with confidence, develop leadership skills with prowess and ultimately create positive change
"Who is to say what a woman can or cannot be — besides herself."
- Emily Wellman
‘19,
Doctor of Psychology Student at University of San Francisco
BEST OF BOTH WORLDS
CO-ED ACTIVITIES
Serra Frosh Splash
NDB Frosh Dance
Serra Tri-School Dance
Winter Formal
Prom Retreats Community Service
CO-ED CLASSES
American Sign Language I
Anatomy and Physiology
Anatomy and Physiology Honors
AP Art History
AP Chinese Language and Culture
AP Psychology
CO-ED ATHLETICS
NDB students cheer on the Padres at Serra athletic games and Homecoming
NDB Spirit Team cheers at Serra games.
Concert Band
Creative Solutions for the Global Good Dance: Partnering and Performance
Drama I, II, III, IV
Mandarin I, II, III, IV
Medical Intervention
Co-ed track meets.
Serra Aquatic Center is home for water polo and swim meets.
As students gathered in the Moore Pavilion for Class Day, they never expected that their fellow Tiger and esteemed Alumna Emma Chamberlain would walk through the door. Class Day is an annual celebration where students and Staffulty gather to receive special awards commending their exceptional work throughout the school year As the award ceremony came to a close, Head of School Meredith Essalat ‘98 announced that a special guest was there to speak to them in celebration of the one hundredth graduating class. As the double doors opened and Emma Chamberlain jogged excitedly into the Moore Pavilion with a wave and a smile, students erupted in applause and shrieks of excitement
As Emma sat down for a fireside chat with Meredith, she exclaimed, “This is where it all started” She shared that she now realizes the impact that Notre Dame Belmont High School had on her
“It’s such a special community and it's all coming backit's magic. It’s such a special nostalgia. There are so many beautiful memories here.”
The conversation began with Meredith asking Emma how she harnesses confidence in her career as an influencer, podcaster, model and more Emma shared that it is important to surround yourself with those who truly appreciate the essence of who you are. She also reflected that as women, we tend to be critical of ourselves and that it is important to “put up a stop sign” to the negative self-talk “It’s ok to struggle through the process of self-acceptance, but through practice, you get there”
When Emma was asked how she maintains a balance between the digital world and her real life, Emma shared,
“It is an ongoing journey, and I am constantly reconfiguring my boundaries with the internet because it is tough - it is a part of everything that we do these days. You have to keep some things sacred to you and your life and your memory. It’s about giving yourself your own life outside of it.”
Emma Chamberlain presents Kaylee Ellerhorst ‘24 with Head of School Award
When asked if she had any advice for students who may be experiencing mental health struggles, Emma shared that it is so important to remember that everyone is going through something. “When you feel alone, remember that everyone has something When you get into that place of ‘I can’t fix this’ or ‘I don’t know where to go, I’m stuck.’ That’s the hardest place to be. You just have to take
one little step, that’s it, and then you’re moving again sometimes that’s going for a walk, talking to a therapist, painting a painting.”
“It's so much easier to get through it when we have each other to help,” Emma explained
“It’s about believing in community… people want to help. I’ve realized that it makes me feel better when I talk about it, and hopefully it helps other people realize that they can talk about it too.”
When asked what it was like building a business and brand, Emma shared that it was more challenging than she expected.
“There were so many things about building a coffee company that I didn’t understand but I was determined to find a way to build a team around me that would allow me to lean into my strengths and also supplement in areas.”
“A lot of times we think we need to do everything ourselves…but the most important takeaway for me is that it is OK to learn as you go. When you are making your dreams come true in some way, it is never smooth. We overcame some stuff and made it happen.”
Thank you, Emma, for inspiring our students and graduates to follow their dreams This was a day we will never forget!
Emma Chamberlain with NDB Diploma
Emma Chamberlain and Nina Wall ‘25
TIGER facts
CLASS COLORS
Each class has its own class color and mascot. Your class color will be PURPLE!
SUMMER ADVANTAGE
You can take PE with Health the summer before freshman year to fulfill your PE requirement AND meet new friends before the first day of school!
BIG SISTERS
You will be assigned a Big Sister in the junior class when you start at NDB. Throughout the year, your Big Sister is someone who you can ask questions, spend time with, and participate in fun Big and Little Sister activities. We will match you based on results from a personality test to ensure you have similar interests.
MAKE SURE TO ASK YOUR SHADOW HOST ABOUT:
Their favorite teachers
What their favorite elective is Interactions with Serra Rallies
FREE DRESS FRIDAYS
NDB has free dress every Friday! You can wear whatever you want as long it follows the dress code.
CAREER BUILDING
Our Advancement team organizes Career Days and Leadership Panels for students to learn from NDB Alumnae working in various industries.
COLLEGE
NDB students are accepted to esteemed colleges across the country.
