Peoria Notre Dame High School Information

Peoria Notre Dame High School is a Catholic high school that welcomes and respects all religions and offers opportunity for spiritual growth on a daily basis. Concern for others flows through our school and fosters respect and responsible conduct. While there is a strong focus on academics, it is not academics alone that set us apart. Notre Dame develops the whole person - body, mind and spirit - through faith-based education and co-curricular activities. Students learn in a safe and respectful environment without negative distractions. Rules are enforced and students follow a dress code and are subject to random drug testing. When people visit our school they encounter admirable students and orderly classrooms. There is not running, shouting or pushing. Our students behave the way responsible adults do. The atmosphere here is like that of a caring Catholic family. It is a life-long community of parents, teachers, alumni and students who care about their school and each other. This is demonstrated by their support and enthusiasm at sporting events and by the outpouring of compassion and assistance when people are in need or suffer a loss. Peoria Notre Dame has a 150-year tradition of preparing leaders of tomorrow who act with integrity. Graduates know that life isn't about their job, their title, or the house they live in. They recognize that there is a higher purpose. They have a role to play in enhancing the quality of life of an enlarged community that includes the greater Peoria area, state of Illinois, our nation and our world. Peoria Notre Dame offers a wide variety of quality co-curricular activities and athletic programs. Parents, students and alumni are supportive of our many teams, clubs and events and get involved. Participants enhance their talents, build strong relationships and learn to work well with others. Our programs foster character development, healthy lifestyles, lasting friendships and alumni involvement, loyalty and respect.