The ND Spirit

We’re excited to welcome over 500 guests as we come together to celebrate our Notre Dame community! It’s going to be a wonderful event, and we would love your help in making the day truly special.

There are a variety of ways to get involved, and whether you can lend a hand for a little while or longer, every contribution makes a difference. As a thank you, families who sign up to be present as a volunteer on May 8th and 9th will fulfill their 15-hour family service commitment for the school year. Additionally, every family is kindly being asked to bring 2 dozen homemade baked goods for the event.

Please take a moment to look through the available opportunities below and sign up for a role that works best for you. Here is the volunteer sign up link for May 8th and 9th.

We are so grateful for your support and partnership!

Go Spirits!

Dr. Tim Uhl

• • This week's students announcements can be found here.

  • May 6th - Sophomore Ring Ceremony at 10:50 AM

  • Here is the volunteer sign up link for May 8th and 9th.

  • Junior and Senior Prom Information

• Here is a look at the swim schedule.
• Here is the Senior Events information

• April 22nd: Clothing recycling event (and fashion show)
• April 29th: All-School Mass (sophomore ring ceremony)
• April 30th & May 1st: PCAL JV & Varsity meets
• May 1 & 2: Spring Musical: "Little Shop of Horrors"
• May 5th: AP exams begin
• May 6th: All-School Mass (Soph Ring Mass) with Bishop Ramon
• May 9: Celebrate Notre Dame, 1 pm (all alumnae, former teachers, and former parents invited)
• May 15: Prom
• May 22: "Meet the Singer-Songwriters" school production
• May 29: Baccalaureate Mass (5:00 pm) followed by Community Dinner
• May 30: Graduation (noon)

Attention Seniors: May 1st is National College Decision Day!

May 1st is the national deadline to submit your college decision and enrollment deposit to the college you choose to attend. If you still need help deciding or submitting your SIR, please stop by my office during office hours or schedule a meeting-I'm here to help!

Week Two of College Prep Workshop Series for Juniors
This week's junior college workshop covered how to create a balanced college list and understanding college costs. Our last session will take place next Tuesday and cover the anatomy of a college application.

Notre Dame Foundation Scholarships, Applications Due May 1st

Notre Dame freshmen, sophomores, and juniors are invited to apply for Notre Dame Foundation scholarships if they will be attending Santa Catalina, St. Francis, or Palma School in August 2026. Further information on scholarships available and the application process can be found here: https://notredamesalinas.org/foundation-scholarships

Outside Opportunities:

• Monterey County Youth Poet Laureate Application now open: Calling all student poets! The Arts Council for Monterey County is now accepting applications for the Monterey County Youth Poet Laureate—open to ages 13–19 who live in Monterey County, with a $1,000 honorarium and opportunities to lead, perform, and advocate through poetry. Apply by April 30, 2026
• Apply for the 2026 Leadership in Civic Engagement High School Summer Internship This summer opportunity offers hands‑on learning, community service hours, guest speakers, and the chance to build leadership skills.

Scholarship list

It truly warms our hearts to witness the extraordinary outpouring of love and support from our alumnae across every decade. The enthusiasm and commitment shown—especially by those who will be joining us on May 9th—serve as a powerful reminder of the deep and lasting bond we all share with our beloved Notre Dame.

This, our final year, has been both meaningful and challenging. Through it all, we have remained steadfast and focused in our purpose and diligent in our efforts. It is this spirit of perseverance and unity that continues to define our community.

As we look ahead to May 9th, we sincerely hope our families and students will come together with our many alumnae in celebration. Whether you join us to honor cherished memories or to help create new ones, your presence will make this occasion truly unforgettable. We warmly welcome your support, your spirit, and your shared love for Notre Dame as we celebrate all that it has meant—and will always mean—to us.

Email: tuhl@notredamesalinas.org

Website: www.notredamesalinas.org
Location: Salinas, CA
Phone: 831-751-1850
Twitter: @drtimuhl