Notre Dame Alumni Association

HELP WANTED: Currently, Notre Dame Prep's upper school (grades 9-12), middle school (grades 6-8) and lower school (grades PK-5) are looking to fill the following coaching position vacancies:

FALL 2026 ATHLETIC SEASON

Upper School (MHSAA): Girls JV Volleyball Head Coach, Fall 2026 Season; OPEN UNTIL FILLED
Upper School (MHSAA): Girls Freshman Volleyball Head Coach, Fall 2026 Season; OPEN UNTIL FILLED
Middle/Lower School (CYO): Cross Country Head Coach, Fall 2026 Season; OPEN UNTIL FILLED
Middle/Lower School (CYO): Volleyball Head Coach, Fall 2026 Season; OPEN UNTIL FILLED

WINTER 2026-27 ATHLETIC SEASON

Upper School (MHSAA): Boys Varsity Swimming Head Coach, Winter 2026-2027 Season; OPEN UNTIL FILLED

Please send a resume, cover letter and a completed NDP Employment Application form to Aaron Crouse, CMAA, at [email protected].

BUS DRIVERS:

We have openings for athletic bus drivers. The ideal candidate(s) must have a CDL license with class B, P and S endorsements. A good driving record is a must. The hours for this position will vary, based on NDP sport schedules, but will be mostly afternoons and evening hours. If you are interested in applying, please forward your resume to Keith Popis, transportation coordinator, at [email protected].

More at ndprep.org/about/careers-at-notre-dame

CONGRATULATIONS to 1997 alum Rick Court, who was named athletic director at Concord High School in Elkhart, Indiana. More at https://sports.yahoo.com/articles/athletic-director-court-taking-era-151800631.html ☘️ Go

RISING SOPHOMORE EARNS FIFTH ANNUAL CREATIVE WRITING SCHOLARSHIP: Winning historical fiction essay earns tuition scholarship while highlighting Notre Dame Prep's commitment to nurturing creativity alongside academic excellence. Read all about it at https://www.ndprep.org/rising-sophomore-earns-fifth-annual-creative-writing-scholarship

RISING SOPHOMORE EARNS FIFTH ANNUAL CREATIVE WRITING SCHOLARSHIP - A Catholic and Marist School | Notre Dame Prep | Pre K-12 Oakland County, MI RISING SOPHOMORE EARNS FIFTH ANNUAL CREATIVE WRITING SCHOLARSHIP - Notre Dame Preparatory School provides an exemplary junior-kindergarten through high-school educational experience to students from families of diverse socio-economic means.

SHE DIDN'T WAIT TO CHASE HER DREAM.

Just weeks after graduating from Notre Dame Prep, Allison Pilot NDP'25 launched Bloom and Bean, a mobile coffee business that's already making its mark across Oakland County. Built from an old horse trailer and fueled by determination, her story is one of a school mission, entrepreneurship and the confidence to take an unconventional path.

Read how Notre Dame Prep helped prepare her for that journey at https://www.ndprep.org/brewing-her-own-path

BREWING HER OWN PATH - A Catholic and Marist School | Notre Dame Prep | Pre K-12 Oakland County, MI BREWING HER OWN PATH - Notre Dame Preparatory School provides an exemplary junior-kindergarten through high-school educational experience to students from families of diverse socio-economic means.

CONGRATULATIONS to Notre Dame High School alum Marc Michaels, who was named associate director of the Catholic High School League (CHSL) earlier this month. Son of the late CHSL Director Vic Michaels, Marc returns to the CHSL after beginning his career in the league office as an administrative assistant from 2001-2003, where he helped coordinate championship events and worked alongside athletic directors in scheduling and league operations.

More at

Catholic High School League tabs Marc Michaels, son of late Vic Michaels, as new associate director It’s a full-circle moment of sorts for Michaels ahead of what will be the 100th anniversary of the CHSL.

SAVE THE DATE for one of the Notre Dame Prep community's exciting fall gatherings.

On Friday, Sept. 19, families and friends from all three Notre Dame Prep schools are invited to Greystone Pickleball for Paddles and Poker — an evening featuring pickleball, casino-style gaming, great food and drinks, auctions and plenty of opportunities to connect with fellow supporters.

Every ticket helps strengthen the people and programs that make the Notre Dame Prep experience exceptional through support of the Notre Dame Fund.

Early bird pricing is available through Aug. 1. Learn more and reserve your spot at ndprep.org/paddles.

Congratulations to Nicklaus Creek, Lucas Bigelow, and Augustin Villajuan (Class of 2026) for earning USA Lacrosse All-Academic honors. More than 600 players nationwide — only 21 in Michigan — were recognized for their success in the classroom, exemplary lacrosse skills, and sportsmanship on the field.

This recognition highlights student-athletes who excel both academically and competitively.

Read more at https://www.usalacrosse.com/magazine/high-school/boys/usa-lacrosse-announces-2026-high-school-boys-all-academic-honorees

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THE AMP WAS PLUGGED IN. The cameras were rolling. And one talented young Notre Dame Prep musician spent part of his summer break turning the Fr. Colin House into a "house of rock."

Our latest Colin House Concert Series session was recorded today, featuring an outstanding instrumental guitar performance from one of our younger students. With a set list that includes several familiar rock favorites, this is one performance that may have longtime music fans reminiscing from the very first notes.

The video is now in post-production and will premiere on Notre Dame Prep's social media channels in the coming weeks. Stay tuned.

We’re once again inviting members of our extended school community to be part of the next chapter. Alumni from Notre Dame Prep, Notre Dame High School in Harper Woods, Pontiac Catholic, Oakland Catholic, St. Frederick and St. Michael — as well as current students and staff interested in performing — are encouraged to reach out and schedule a Colin House Concert session soon.

To learn more or reserve a session, contact Notre Dame Prep Marketing and Communications at [email protected].

PADDLES AND POKER: Families and friends from all three schools are invited to attend Paddles and Poker on Sept. 19 at Greystone Pickleball. Join the Notre Dame Prep Parents Club for an exciting evening of pickleball, casino-style gaming, great food, drinks, auctions and community to support the Notre Dame Fund.

Proceeds directly support the people and programs that enrich the Notre Dame Prep experience. ndprep.org/paddles. Early bird pricing through Aug. 1.

Vote Nicole!

VOTE FOR NICOLE!

Notre Dame Prep rising senior Nicole McDowell has been selected as a finalist for the Detroit Free Press Buffalo Wild Wings Preseason Girls Volleyball Player of the Year.

Let's show Nicole the strength of the Irish community by casting your vote and sharing this with family, friends, alumni and fellow NDP supporters.

Vote at https://www.freep.com/story/sports/high-school/athlete-of-the-week/2026/07/07/michigan-high-school-volleyball-preseason-player-of-the-year/90832736007/

Voting ends Thursday at 3:00 p.m.

Thank you for supporting Nicole and Notre Dame Prep volleyball.

Go Irish!☘️🏐