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Senior Alaina Heesacker Dances Her Way to Ms. NDA Crown
Senior Alaina Heesacker Dances Her Way to Ms. NDA Crown
December 2, 2023

A grateful--and talented--Alaina Heesacker--danced and rolled her way to the crown at Saturday night's 28th edition of the Academy Awards, formerly Mr. NDA. First runner-up...

Dance Team Coach Working to Build Legacy Program
Dance Team Coach Working to Build Legacy Program
Marley Atkinson, Staff Writer, Advanced Journalism • December 1, 2023

Whether it’s training during the summer, performing at football games in the fall, competing during the winter and spring, or teaching kids participating in clinics, the...

De-Stress Fest Returns for Third Year on December 7
De-Stress Fest Returns for Third Year on December 7
Mason Tumpach, Editor-in-Chief, Online Tritonian • December 1, 2023

NDA’s De-Stress Fest, a special event from Student Services to keep students calm during final exams and the holiday season, returns for its third year on December 7 . “We...

Students Encouraged to Help Clean Homeless Shelter One Saturday a Month
Students Encouraged to Help Clean Homeless Shelter One Saturday a Month
Emma Zankoul, Staff Writer, Advanced Journalism • November 27, 2023

Notre Dame Academy is offering students the opportunity to help clean at St. John’s Homeless Shelter one Saturday a month from November to April. St. John’s is a “last...

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Golden Apple Nominee Julie Campbell Builds Relationships with Students
Golden Apple Nominee Julie Campbell Builds Relationships with Students
Jazalyn Cruz, Guest Writer, Journalism I • December 1, 2023

Julie Campbell, who has been teaching social studies at NDA for 31 years, is a Golden Apple nominee again. . . .an announcement that surprises no one.  Campbell teaches...

Freshman Rings Bell, Surprised by Generosity to Salvation Army
Freshman Rings Bell, Surprised by Generosity to Salvation Army
Marley Atkinson, Staff Writer, Advanced Journalism • November 30, 2023

Breanna Schwarten, a freshman at Notre Dame Academy,  recently rang the bell for the Salvation Army, raising money for charity  She stood outside stores ringing a bell...

Golden Apple Nominee Mrs. VW Strives to Make Learning Fun and Engaging
Golden Apple Nominee 'Mrs. VW' Strives to Make Learning Fun and Engaging
Mikayla Jacque, Guest Writer, Journalism I • November 29, 2023

Mrs. Caitlyn VandenWyngaard has been teaching Spanish at NDA for many years, 15 to be exact. This year Mrs. VW has once again been nominated for a Golden Apple Award. But,...

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Boys Hockey Goal: Return to State, Win Again
Boys Hockey Goal: Return to State, Win Again
Lily Arkens, Staff Writer, Advanced Journalism • December 4, 2023

As the fall sports season has finally wrapped up, winter sports are ready to take the spotlight with games and practices already underway.  Boys and girls hockey teams...

Adam Guyette:  Lone Returning Starter for Boys Basketball
Adam Guyette: Lone Returning Starter for Boys Basketball
Ari Hinz, Staff Writer, Journalism I • November 22, 2023

Adam Guyette, a two-sport athlete at NDA in his freshman and sophomore years, will be the only returning starter on the boys basketball team that opens its season at home...

Kicker Nick Gruesen Also Plays Hockey, Lacrosse
Kicker Nick Gruesen Also Plays Hockey, Lacrosse
Ari Hinz, Guest Writer, Journalism I • November 22, 2023

“My brother taught me to kick in 4th or 5th grade,” said second-year varsity kicker Nick Gruesen.  Gruesen,  a junior at NDA, is the starting kicker for the varsity...

Pewaukee Girls Defeat Lady Tritons in Season Opener
Pewaukee Girls Defeat Lady Tritons in Season Opener
Ari Hinz, Guest Writer, Journalism I • November 20, 2023

The Notre Dame Academy girls basketball team, three-time defending state champions in Division Two, fell to the runner-up Pewaukee Pirates 60-52 Saturday afternoon.  Last...

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NDA Band Always Busy, Always Performing
NDA Band Always Busy, Always Performing
Frannie Wied, Staff Writer, Advanced Journalism • November 24, 2023

NDA Band is gearing up for a busy year with many events and concerts planned. They marched this past weekend in the Green Bay Holiday Parade on Saturday, November 18, and...

Jazz Band Attends, Performs at Jazz Fest at Lawrence University
Jazz Band Attends, Performs at Jazz Fest at Lawrence University
Cassi Garrison, Staff Writer, Advanced Journalism • November 21, 2023

On Saturday, November 4, the Notre Dame Academy Jazz Band participated in Lawrence University’s 39th annual Jazz Fest. The Jazz Fest aims to “create a low-pressure...

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Academy Chatter:  What Did You Enjoy Most About the Academy Awards?
Academy Chatter: What Did You Enjoy Most About the Academy Awards?
Journalism I Students December 4, 2023

Breanna Schwarten, freshman: “My favorite part was watching the videos at the beginning.”  Ellie Rupp, freshman: “I liked when they walked out with the rampteers.”  Audrey...

Academy Chatter:  What Makes a Teacher a Golden Apple Kind of Teacher?
Academy Chatter: What Makes a Teacher a Golden Apple Kind of Teacher?
December 4, 2023

Luke Gilson, sophomore: “If they truly love their students and have a passion for learning.” Jenaya Lachowski, sophomore: “One who respects people’s opinions.” Lillianna...

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Annie Choreography Videos
October 25, 2023
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Victoria Jardon
Victoria Jardon
November 15, 2023

“I am thankful for my parents, my sister Andrea, my friends, and all my teachers.”

Jacob Hunk
Jacob Hunk
November 15, 2023
Gabrielle Jackson
Gabrielle Jackson
November 15, 2023
Joe Hunt
Joe Hunt
November 15, 2023
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