The Academy of Notre Dame de Namur is a Catholic, independent, college prepatory school for young women in grades 6 through 12.

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The Academy of Notre Dame de Namur, a Catholic, independent, college preparatory school, commits itself to the education of young women of grades 6 through 12 for responsible living in a global society.
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Notre Dame students thrive in a rigorous college preparatory environment that inspires them to ask the “what if” questions so critical to intellectual inquiry, innovative exploration, and collaborative learning.
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What inspires your daughter? At Notre Dame, we empower every student to pursue her passion, find her voice, and discover her limitless potential. Call to speak with our Admissions Office to learn more: 610.971.0498.
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At Notre Dame, we believe that the Fine and Performing Arts are both a creative and an academic pursuit. The development of imagination, creativity, and aesthetic judgment are essential complements to the critical thinking skills developed in other disciplines.
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Leadership is forged on Notre Dame’s playing fields, courts, and in the water. Our student-athletes build strong foundational skills - including teamwork, persistence, and self-discipline - that will positively impact their lives and careers.
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Through Campus Ministry and worship, students deepen their understanding of the faith tradition of the Catholic Church and carry the spirit of Saint Julie Billiart in their own lives by serving the poor and those who are neglected.
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Student-led clubs, performing arts, student government, literary publications, and Community Time activities engage students in all grades. Notre Dame is a sisterhood, where classmates become lifelong friends, traditions are honored, and life inside “The Gates” is treasured.
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13 ND Students Awarded at Pennsylvania Junior Academy of Sciences State Meet

On Monday, 13 students presented their research at the Pennsylvania Junior Academy of Sciences (PJAS) State Meet at Penn State in State College, PA. The meet featured Middle School and High School students from across the state, representing 10 regions. Students qualified for the meet by earning a first-place at their regional meet. The participants gave a 10-minute presentation which was followed by questions by a panel of judges.

Participating students with their certificates.

The results were as follows:

9th Grade

Mary Kate Daniel - 1st Place

Anya Dunn - 1st Place

Katie McNeil- 2nd Place

Emily Morley - 1st Place

Mary Rossano - 2nd Place

Gina Singh - 1st Place

Grace Yacobe - Perfect Score

10th Grade

Hannah Downing - 1st Place

Chloe Smith - 1st Place

11th Grade

Lucy Hughes - 2nd Place

Lindsay McBride - 1st Place

Alex McCulloch - 2nd Place

Maia Isabel Salas - 2nd Place

Grace Yacobe '25 was also awarded a Director's Award for Biology Grade 7-9, earning her a plaque and $75.

Grace Yacobe '25

"This year was an incredibly successful year for our science research students, and it was a true testament to their superb work ethic and endless curiosity. These young women were a pleasure to work with and we are excited to see all they will accomplish during their time at ND!" Ms. Jessica Reid, Biology Teacher.