Notre Dame Academy of Staten Island

From her very first days in preschool to her graduation from Notre Dame Academy, Alanna’s journey is a testament to the lasting impact of an NDA education. We are grateful that she took the time to reflect on her experience and share how NDA helped shape her educational and spiritual foundation. 💚🌼

Alanna is celebrating an extraordinary milestone: graduating cm laude from Yale University with distinction in her major and earning acceptance to Columbia Law School. As she prepares to begin this exciting new chapter, we proudly celebrate her accomplishments and are grateful to have been part of her journey.

Every NDA journey starts somewhere. Learn more about our community at an upcoming elementary school and high school admissions event. Pre-K3 and Pre-K4 registration is now open, and applications are still being accepted for the 2026–2027 school year! Save the dates for high school open house and Gator for a Day registration. Learn more at https://linktr.ee/ndasi

Throughout the year, Notre Dame Academy’s Middle School Financial Literacy Elective explored what it means to make smart financial decisions. Students in grades 5 through 8 learned practical money-management skills, including opening checking accounts, creating budgets, saving for the future, and understanding how money can grow over time. They even stepped into the role of investors, selecting stock and following market shifts week after week! 📈💰📊

To wrap up the year, students welcomed Joe Torres, parent of 8th grader Lillian, who shared real-world insights and helped bring these important concepts to life. We are grateful for the opportunity to connect classroom learning with practical experiences that will benefit our students for years to come.

Congratulations to our Kindergarten graduates and a heartfelt thank you to Ms. Tracey Murray for her care, dedication, and support every step of the way. We can’t wait to see all that comes next! ✨

Looking forward to 8th grade graduation this evening in our fully air conditioned auditorium! 💚🎓

Now that the Class of 2026 has been officially inducted into the Notre Dame Alumnae Association, with a special breakfast celebration, we look forward to the next chapter! At the Induction, Each student was presented with a daisy, a symbol of St. Marguerite Bourgeoys.

Guest speaker Natalie Mahoney ‘16 ‘20 reflected on her wonderful teachers and friendships that shaped her NDA journey, especially the lasting impact of Sr. Joan Brennan, CND. She shared Sr. Joan’s advice to “FROG” it – Fully Rely on God, a message that continues to guide her today.

Our school community then gathered in prayer to celebrate our 8th grade graduates at a Graduation Liturgy, led by Father Rhey.

Thank you to Ms. Killian Clifford and the Office of Mission Advancement, Ms. Cathy Tedesco, and Principal Ms. Kerri Paone for our Alumnae Association Breakfast.

From tiny seeds to blooming flowers, our Pre-K3 and Pre-K4 students have grown so much this year! 🌷 Today, we celebrated their accomplishments, new discoveries, and all the wonderful ways they have blossomed in the classroom.

Thank you to Ms. Provenzano, Ms. Johnson, and Ms. Debs for nurturing our youngest learners with love and encouragement, helping each child grow and shine. 🌼✨

Such a wonderful morning on the Nicotra Grown Organic Rooftop Farm!

Mr. and Mrs. Nicotra personally greeted the girls, and they got to meet the COO Kristine Garlisi. Big thanks to Katherine for the great tour of the Farm!

Our students enjoyed seeing the giant sculpture of an elephant noting that it is called “Girl Power” and that was in full effect!

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Photo credit: Kristine Garlisi