At Notre Dame Academy, we are dedicated to the development of the whole child in conjunction with our Marist Catholic International Baccalaureate curriculum through our co-curricular activities.
These programs are meant to enhance the unique talents of each student outside of the classroom while strengthening core values like teamwork and leadership.

See below for an example of the many co-curricular activities that Notre Dame Academy has to offer.

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  • Lower School

    While our Lower School students develop into well-rounded, global thinkers, they also have the opportunity to discover themselves outside of the classroom with various co-curricular activities.

    Art Club
    Discover Club
    Spanish Club
    Chess Club
    Music Ministry/Choir
    Peer Leaders
  • Middle School

    To accompany our International Baccalaureate Middle Years Programme, our Middle School students also have the opportunity to develop themselves outside of the classroom.

    Chess Club
    Basketball
    Cross Country
    Cheerleading
    Track & Field
    Volleyball
    Music Ministry/Choir
    National Junior Honor Society
    Jr. International Thespian Society
    Peer Leaders

    *Band & Theatre are offered as electives in Middle School
  • Upper School

    In addition to the Upper School curriculum, we offer a variety of electives and co-curricular activities based on student interests.

    Electives:
    Applied Design
    Astronomy
    Band
    Film History
    Film Studies
    Film Theory
    IB Visual Arts
    Intro to Piano & Guitar
    Intro to Python Programming
    Journalism
    Personal Finance
    Stem Research
    Studio Art I
    Studio Art II
    Studio Art III
    Team Sports
    Theatre
    Weight Training

    Co-Curricular Activities
    Sports Medicine
    Yearbook

2024-2025 After School Programs

  • Elf Workshop
    Click here to join our Elf Workshop! If you have any questions, please reach out to Mrs. Kim Johnson!
  • Christmas Ornament Mini-Workshop
    Let's celebrate the Christmas season together! Please reach out to Mrs. Ada Pol with any questions about our Christmas Ornament Mini-Workshop!
  • Public Speaking & Debate Club
    If any 6th-12th Grade students are interested in joining our Public Speaking & Debate Club through Ivy Bridge Academy, please see the flyer.
  • Angel Choir
    The Angel Choir is for students K-5th Grade who love music! These students will stay after school with Mrs. Nelsen each week on Mondays from 3:15-3:45. Students will meet in the Lower School Media Center and walk together to the Dance Studio in the George Student Center. Register using the QR code by September 9! Payment is $100 per child per semester. For more information, please contact Mrs. Nelsen at anelsen@ndacademy.org.
  • Coding with Legos
    If you are interested in joining our Coding with Legos club, please reach out to Mrs. Calabrese!
  • Chess Club
    Our chess club is offered for kindergarten through 8th-grade students on Tuesdays beginning September 10th through December 10th. There are a variety of options to fit your schedule. Click the link below to learn more!
     
    If you have any questions, don't hesitate to get in touch with info@kidchess.com, call Kid Chess at 770-575-5802, or visit their website. Please feel free to reach out to Mrs. Patricia Miletello.
  • Spanish Immersion – Spring Semester
    If you are interested in joining our Spanish Immersion after school program, please contact Mrs. Ada Pol.
  • Creative Minds
    Click here to learn more about our Creative Minds program for kindergarten, first, and second grade students. If you have any questions, please contact Mrs. Leonard.
  • Discover Club (Wednesday)
    Click here to learn more about our Discover Club for our kindergarten, first, and second grade students on Wednesdays! If you have any questions, please contact Mrs. Leonard.
  • Discover Club (Tuesday)
    Click here to learn more about our Discover Club for kindergarten, first, and second grade students on Tuesdays. If you have any questions, please contact Mrs. Leonard.
  • Notre Dame Academy Singers
    This ensemble is an after school group of musicians who seek to serve the Lord with their talents. If you are interested in joining our Notre Dame Academy Singers, please contact Mrs. Nelsen.
  • Thespian Society
    If you are interested in joining our Thespian Society, please reach out to Mrs. Julie Lyons or Mrs. Nelsen.
Our 2025 summer camps will be posted in the spring!