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AboutNotre Dame Academy is a Catholic, all-girls, college-preparatory high school within the Diocese of Covington, sponsored by the Sisters of Notre Dame of Covington, Kentucky. Notre Dame Academy provides a premier education infused with the spirit of St. Julie Billiart proclaiming God’s goodness and provident care.
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AcademicsThe goal of our Academic program is to educate young women who will use their God given intellectual abilities to make a difference in our world. We believe in an education that combines the timeless wisdom of our Catholic Faith with the necessary skills that our students will need to adapt to a continuously changing world.
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Admissions & Financial AidAt Notre Dame Academy we help develop each student in an environment that fosters the growth of the whole person. We provide a vast array of opportunities for our students through our Athletic, Fine Arts and Co-curricular programs. Whether you are an outstanding scholar, performer, athlete, or artist, NDA has a place for you to shine.
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Life at NDAThe life of a Notre Dame Academy student encompasses service, leadership, skill building, and spirituality. Getting involved enables our students to find friends with similar interests and experiences, gain and exercise leadership skills, and discover new passions and abilities.
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AthleticsNotre Dame Academy (NDA) has a rich tradition of success and excellence as an institution and in our athletic programs. NDA athletics is committed to developing student athletes and preparing them to make a positive difference in the world.
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Sr. Judith Niewahner 1982

Conference Relations Manager, St. Vincent de Paul Northern Kentucky

Sister Judith Niewahner, SND, is a proud 1982 alumna of Notre Dame Academy with deep family roots at NDA— her sisters Angie and Deanna are also graduates. She currently serves as Conference Relations Manager for St. Vincent de Paul Northern Kentucky, where she supports volunteers, strengthens community outreach, and helps advance the organization’s mission of service to neighbors in need.

Sister Judith has dedicated her life to faith, service, and education. Her previous ministry includes serving as Director of the Holy Trinity Child Development Center, where she oversaw programs that supported young children and their families. A Covington native, she brings a strong understanding of the community NDA serves.

Her message to young people—“stay close to your faith and pray always”—reflects her lifelong commitment to the Gospel and the charism of the Sisters of Notre Dame. As an alumna and Sister, she brings both spiritual grounding and mission-focused leadership to the NDA Board.