Academics

ACADEMICS AND ACADEMIC SUPPORT

Notre Dame Prep offers a wide variety of learning programs to suit the needs of students with varying learning styles. These programs are designed to help our students succeed. For information on all of our programs, contact your student’s counselor or go to ndpsaints.org/academics. ACADEMIC CENTER FOR EXCELLENCE (ACE)

The Academic Center for Excellence provides support to students with identified learning challenges. The ACE faculty provides specific academic support/tutoring as well as ongoing 1-1 coaching and feedback for academic growth and skill development. Student Support Plans may be developed for students with learning disabilities to provide academic accommodations for classes and the SAT and/or ACT as needed. ndpsaints.org/academics/academic-support. ACADEMIC HONORS

NDP offers Summa Cum Laude and Magna Cum Laude programs to encourage students to challenge themselves in the classroom and prepare themselves for rigorous college and university curriculums. Learn more at ndpsaints.org/academic-honors. ADVANCED PLACEMENT

The Advanced Placement (AP) program was created by College Board to give high school students the chance to tackle college-level work. Students taking AP classes are required to take the College Board’s AP test in May with the goal of earning college credit and placement. AP courses are offered in social studies, world languages, science, math and English. Students interested in Advanced Placement (AP) courses must meet the prerequisites of each course. Refer to ndpsaints.org/academics/course-description-guide and talk to your student’s counselor. Learn more about AP programs at ap.collegeboard.org. DUAL ENROLLMENT

Notre Dame Prep partners with Scottsdale Community College and the University of Arizona to allow students to earn college credit while attending high school. These courses are taught by certified NDP teachers here on our campus, and the credits transfer to many colleges and universities in the state of Arizona and beyond. For more information, discuss with your student’s counselor and read about the options at ndpsaints.org/academics/course-description-guide.

After school, teachers are available until 3:30 p.m. on regular block schedule days to assist students seeking help with their studies. At times, teachers may have other commitments such as coaching or supervision after school, so please check each teacher’s Canvas page for specific office hour availability. Students are highly encouraged to consult with their teachers and meet with them regularly for additional assistance during office hours. Parent/Teacher/Student meetings may be scheduled during this time as well. To schedule a meeting or inquire about a class, please email your teachers: ndpsaints.org/myndp/staff-directory. PARENT-TEACHER-STUDENT CONFERENCES

We hold one parent-teacher-student conference night on campus each year in the fall. This year, the conferences will be held by teacher invitation specifically for those students that need some intervention, support or a plan for improvement. Students will be required to accompany their parents to the conferences. More details will be made available about these conferences in late August. For those parents who wish to meet, teachers are always available by phone, email or appointment. Access the faculty directory at ndpsaints.org/myndp/staff-directory. ST. ALOYSIUS GONZAGA

The St. Aloysius Gonzaga Program assists those students who demonstrate academic potential and a desire to learn but need extra support navigating NDP’s college preparatory curriculum successfully. The program includes an increased focus on English, mathematics and organization skills. For more information, please visit ndpsaints.org/academics/st-aloysius-gonzaga-program.

ST. THOMAS AQUINAS SCHOLAR PROGRAM

The St. Thomas Aquinas Scholar Program is a highly competitive, integrated program of study that provides a challenging, well-rounded education for our most gifted and motivated students. St. Thomas Aquinas Scholars must meet rigorous academic requirements. For more information, please visit ndpsaints.org/academics/st-thomas-aquinas-scholars-program.

TESTING CENTER

Located in the ACE, our Testing Center is a quiet, stress-free environment where students may go to take classroom exams and standardized tests. This space is for students who need to make up quizzes or exams that they missed while they were absent. The Testing Center is also a place where students who require extended time for testing can go and complete their exams without distraction or interruption. For more information, please visit ndpsaints.org/myndp/students/testing-center.

TUTORING

Tutoring is provided by National Honor Society members within each House. Each House has a tutoring coordinator. Please check with your House Captains for more details. Tutoring is generally provided during lunch hours, as well as before and after school. Students who are struggling or receiving failing grades should avail themselves of this valuable service. Math Labs tutoring may be organized separately for those needing extra assistance after school.