Notre Dame Catholic School

At BGCDSB, we are absolutely thrilled to support our local families by sponsoring a full schedule of completely FREE community swims for Summer 2026!
Whether you want to hit the water in Port Elgin , Hanover , Walkerton , or join us for a fantastic family swim day in Wiarton, there is a local pool ready to welcome you. It is our way of saying thank you to the incredible communities we serve.
No registration or payment required—just grab your family and dive in! Head over to our website to see the full list of dates, times, and pool locations.

Summer Community Swims At BGCDSB, we love supporting our wonderful communities! To help everyone stay active, connect, and beat the heat this summer, we are thrilled to sponsor a series of completely free community public swims across our local pools.

Happy Canada Day!
July 1st is a beautiful opportunity to pause and give praise to the Creator for the incredible country we inherit. From sea to sea, our vast landscapes, our enduring peace, and our diverse communities are a testament to God's abundant grace.True patriotism and true faith go hand in hand. As Canadians, we are called to be caretakers of this land and champions of its peace. Today, let us recommit ourselves to living out our faith through acts of kindness, charity, and justice—building up a nation that reflects the love of Christ.May the Lord continue to shine His face upon Canada, bless our families, and guide our future. Have a joyful, safe, and blessed holiday! 🍁

This summer, Keystone is offering a series of free virtual Collaborative Problem Solving workshops for youth ages 10–14, designed to build practical skills, confidence, and emotional awareness.

💙 Distress Tolerance – July 7
🧡 Understanding Emotions – July 14
💚 Peer Pressure – July 21
💜 Handling & Normalizing Rejection – July 28

📲 Scan the QR code on the workshop you'd like to attend to learn more and register.

🙏 "The Lord bless you and keep you; the Lord make his face shine on you and be gracious to you..." — Numbers 6:24-25
🙏That’s a wrap on a beautiful, faith-filled school year! As the final bell rings, our hearts overflow with gratitude for the growth, learning, and love of Christ shared in our classrooms.
☀️ To our Students: You are a reflection of God’s light. We are so proud of your hard work. Now, turn off the alarms, enjoy His beautiful creation, and rest!
💕 To our Families: Thank you for choosing Catholic education and partnering with us. Your dedication to nurturing both faith and intellect is a true blessing.
🕊️ To our Staff: Thank you for being the hands and feet of Jesus to our children. Your tireless dedication has guided our students closer to knowledge and to God.
We pray that our entire school community has a safe, peaceful, and deeply blessed summer break. May you find rest, joy, and holy moments with your loved ones. See you in the fall! 🍦🍉⛪

Please make arrangements to pick up your child's medication Thursday or Friday of this week. Only if absolutely necessary will medication go home from school with students. Please email us at [email protected] to provide documentation of your wishes.
Thank you for your understanding and continued support.

Yesterday our NDM school community gathered to celebrate our virtues of Integrity and Honesty. It’s hard to believe this is our last virtues assembly of this school year. Congratulations to all of our award recipients and many thanks to our parents/guardians and family members who prayed and celebrated with our school community. Have a blessed final week Dragons!

🍁 Today is National Indigenous Peoples Day. At Notre Dame, we join communities across Canada to celebrate the vibrant cultures, unique languages, and rich histories of First Nations, Inuit, and Métis peoples. As a Catholic learning community centered in Christ, we recognize that reconciliation is an ongoing journey of learning, listening, and relationship-building. Walking the path of truth and healing calls us to listen deeply to Indigenous voices, look to the wisdom of Elders, and honour the sacred connection we share with the land and one another.💙💛 Today and every day, our Notre Dame family remains committed to building right relationships rooted in respect, humility, and solidarity.📚 Our students have been actively participating in this journey by diving into literature circles featuring First Nations, Inuit, and Métis authors, welcoming local knowledge keepers to share traditional stories and music, and participating in land-based learning activities that honor our connection to creation. We pray for open hearts as we continue to listen, learn, and grow together.

Happy Father’s Day to all the amazing fathers, grandfathers, stepfathers, uncles, and father figures in our Notre Dame Catholic School community! 👋💙Today, we celebrate the beautiful diversity of fatherhood and the unique bonds of love, guidance, and care that shape our students' lives. We recognize and honour every individual—including the influential male mentors in our community—who steps into a nurturing role, reflecting Christ’s unconditional love.We also hold a special place in our hearts and prayers today for the beloved fathers and father figures who have passed away, remembering their lasting legacy with deep gratitude. 🙏🕊️