Blog Response 12

Blog Post #12: Notre Dame Community

By: Jubilee

What did you find interesting about the history of the Sisters of Notre Dame?

The Sisters of Notre Dame has a very interesting history. The one thing that stuck out was how they used to teach at Notre Dame and their roles as sisters. The Sisters of Notre Dame played a huge part in the Notre Dame Community. It is amazing to know that Sisters taught students and organized all events. The Sisters of Notre Dame came a long way to help start give education for girls. They were strong independent women that sacrificed a lot to give time to God and what they believe.

What is something that you heard from the Alumnae Panel that stuck with you and why?

Something that I heard from the Alumnae Panel that stuck with me was how it was easy for them to interact and socialize with other students from schools, like Serra. It surprised me how relationships were when they went to school. After a couple broke up, it was fine for other people to date them. Today, after two people break up, there is so much jealously when someone talks to them and are considered "their property." Social media did not affect students before because they were forced to talk and interact with others.

What does it mean to you to be a part of the Notre Dame Community?

Being part of the Notre Dame Community means so much to me. I get to celebrate the wonderful St. Julie and come together with my fellow NDB sisters/ND community. Everyone part of the community join and welcome others to our community. The Notre Dame Community is not just in one location. It is spread across the world, but the main communities nearby is Notre Dame Community in Belmont and San Jose. People come together to celebrate St. Julie's feast day. This is very important to members of the ND Community.

When you leave Notre Dame High School, what do you think are some values that will stay with you?

When I leave Notre Dame Belmont High School, some very useful values that will stay with me are to be confident, open up more to other people, do not stress and have a unhealthy lifestyle, and to prioritize. At NDB, I can take on leadership roles and be able to comfortably speak in front of people. This year, I held a leadership position. This roles allows me to take on more responsibilities and lead my class through the year. Being Homeroom President, allows me to practice speaking in front of people comfortably. I have learned to open up to new people. When I was a Freshman, I had to meet new people and open up to them. Living a healthy lifestyle is very important. I can do this by not stressing out and prioritizing all my academic work, sports, and extracurricular activities. All of these values will stick to me after I leave NDHSB.

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