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 extracurricular activities.
Art Club
Discover Club
Spanish Club
Chess Club
Angel Choir
Peer Leaders
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
The Notre Dame Singers
National Junior Honor Society
Jr. International Thespian Society
Peer Leaders
*Band & Choir are offered as electives in Middle School
In addition to the Upper School curriculum, we offer a variety of electives and extracurricular activities based on student interests.
Electives:
Extracurricular Activities
The Upper School also offers several extracurricular activities, including nationally recognized organizations sponsored by faculty and clubs led by students. These offerings vary from year to year and semester to semester, depending on student interest.
National Honors Society (NHS)
The International Thespian Society
Georgia Center for Civic Engagement (GCCE)
HOSA Future Health Professionals
DECA
Notre Dame Community Outreach
The Notre Dame Singers
Tri-M Music Honor Society
Quiz Bowl
Multicultural Club
Fishing Club
Book Club
Film Club
Lego Club
Environmental Club
Self-Care Club
Astronomy Club
Art & Design Club
Gardening Club
Notre Dame Academy offers a variety of after-school programs and clubs designed to enrich our students’ interests, creativity, and skills beyond the classroom. From academic enrichment to arts, athletics, and special interest clubs, there is something for every student to explore and enjoy.
Click on each program or club title below to view the flyer for details, schedules, and registration information. For some clubs, there may not be a flyer available; in those cases, please contact the individual listed for more information.
All students in grades K–5 are invited to be part of the Angel Choir! This special group gives students the opportunity to sing, learn, and share their love of music together. Rehearsals will be held Mondays after school from 3:15–3:45 PM. The cost is $125 for the semester, and payments can be made through CashApp, Venmo, or Zelle. Click to sign up today!
For more information, please contact Mrs.Alyssa Nelsen.
Our chess club is offered for kindergarten through 8th-grade students on Tuesdays beginning September 8th through December 8th. There are a variety of options to fit your schedule. Click the link 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.
Our Creative Movement and Dance Club still has space available! Click to learn more or reach out to oksanaballet@hotmail.com for additional information. Click the flyer for details and to get started!
In partnership with The Coder School, we are pleased to welcome Coding Club as a new enrichment activity. Offered in three separate, grade specific sessions, this club focuses on specific coding activities/ skills.
Beebot Coding.
Day/ Time: Wednesdays 3:15-4:15 pm
Grade Kindergarten – 1st Dates:: Oct. 21-Dec. 9
Dates: Oct. 21 – Dec. 9 Cost: $210 for 12 Weeks
Drone Coding
Day: Wednesdays
Time: 3:15-4:15 pm Grade: 2nd – 1st Dates: Oct. 21 – Dec. 9 Cost: $210 for 12 Weeks
Dates: Oct. 21 – Dec. 9
Are you ready to unleash your superpowers? Discover your hidden talents, learn new skills, and team up with other awesome friends like you!
Activities include: Art, crafts, games, STEM and more.
Time: 3:00-4:15pm
Days: Tuesdays Pre-K-3rd Grade $270 for 12 Weeks
Date: September 1-December 1, 2026
If you are interested in joining our Hispanic Heritage Workshop on September 14th from 3:10-4:10 PM, please contact Mrs. Ada Pol. or click the flyer for more information.
If you are interested in joining our Spanish Immersion after-school program, please contact Mrs. Ada Pol. or click the flyer for more information.
The International Thespian Society is the only theatre honor society for 6th–12th Grade students in the United States. ITS recognizes, rewards, and encourages student achievement and celebrates the work of students in all aspects of theatre – performance and production. Each student is honored on a national level and gains access to opportunities and resources beyond those of their school. Meetings are held approximately every other week in the GSC. Students may contact Mrs. Alyssa Nelsen or Mrs. Julie Lyons.
This ensemble is an extra-curricular group of musicians, 6–12th Grade, who seek to serve the Lord with their talents. The Notre Dame Singers will rehearse weekly, will serve approximately once a month at All-School Masses, and be involved with other performance opportunities outside of class time (Advent Cantata, Spring Concert, etc.). Instrumentalists are welcome! Please contact Mrs. Alyssa Nelsen for more information
