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Panda Sneak Peek Information Sessions 2022
Information Sessions for prospective Panda parents and students!

Tuesday, October 4, 2022 6:30-7:30 p.m.
Thursday, October 13, 6:30-7:30 p.m.
Monday, Oct. 24, 6:30-7:30 p.m.
NOTE: STUDENTS ARE ENCOURAGED TO ATTEND THESE SESSIONS WITH THEIR PARENTS.
*Reservations are required for the Information Sessions. Please register below for the session you wish to attend:
Group Shadow Days
2022-23 Group Shadow Dates at NDA for 8th Grade Feeder and Non-Feeder Schools
Each year NDA offers a group shadow day for each of its feeder elementary schools and another day for the students from non-feeder schools. Students will attend classes, eat lunch, and learn from current NDA students what it’s like to be a Panda. PLEASE NOTE: Group Shadow Days begin at approximately 8:15-8:30 a.m. and end at 12 noon.
Group Shadow Dates for Feeder Schools (8:15 a.m. – 12 noon)
September 13, 2022 – St. Pius X
September 15, 2022 – Blessed Sacrament
September 27, 2022 – St. Joseph, Crescent Springs
September 29, 2022 – St. Agnes and Prince of Peace
Students from feeder schools are welcome to schedule an additional individual shadow day if they feel that they need one more visit to NDA before making their high school choice. Contact Director of Admissions, Katie Caccavari, at 859-292-1829 to arrange a visit. We can’t wait to meet you!
Group Shadow Day for Students from Non-Feeder Schools
October 10, 2022 (8:15 a.m. – 12 noon)
Students from non-feeder schools should call the NDA Admissions Office at 859-292-1829 to reserve a space for the Group Shadow Days (space is limited) or to schedule individual shadow days.
Open House Experience

November 6, 2022 – Open House Experience
Online registration is closed however, walk-in registration will be available at the event.
Panda Fun Fest

November 18, 2022 – 8th Grade Panda Funfest–5:30-10:00 p.m.
All 8th grade girls are invited.
8th Grade Financial Aid Information Night
November 29, 2022 | 7:00 – 8:00 p.m. More details can be found HERE
Incoming Student and Freshman Dates
High School Placement Test Workshops 2022
Notre Dame Academy invites 8th graders to attend this workshop to learn tips and strategies for success on the HSPT. You can register for one of the following workshop sessions:
Each workshop is limited to 30 students. The cost is $50 per student. Advance registration is required (above).
High School Placement Test
December 10, 2022 – HSPT – HIGH SCHOOL PLACEMENT TEST – 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Please refer to the “Admissions Process” page HERE for the HSPT registration form beginning November 4.
Financial Assistance Application
January 1, 2023 – First day to submit applications for financial assistance through FACTS Management. You can access the online FACTS Grant and Aid Assessment Application HERE.
April 15, 2023 – FACTS Grant and Aid Assessment Application Deadline
High School Placement Test Results Meeting
January 9, 2023 – HSPT RESULTS MEETING – 7:00 p.m.
Students will pick up test results at 7:00 p.m. and hear a brief explanation of the test scores. The online Application for Admission will go live on the website on this date.
Freshman Priority Application Period
January 9, 2023 – February 10, 2023 – NDA FRESHMAN PRIORITY APPLICATION PERIOD
Please refer to the “Admissions Process” page HERE for an explanation of the Priority Application Period.
February 10, 2023 – CLOSE OF FRESHMAN PRIORITY APPLICATION PERIOD
Freshman Conferences
March 4, 2023 – FRESHMAN CONFERENCES
For registered incoming freshmen.
March 18, 2023 – FRESHMAN CONFERENCES
For registered incoming freshmen
Algebra & Foreign Language Placement Tests
MAY 6, 2023 – ALGEBRA & FOREIGN LANGUAGE PLACEMENT TESTS (OPTIONAL) 9:00 a.m. – 12 noon
For registered incoming freshmen
Other Important Dates
Fall Play
October 21-23, 2022 – NDA/CCH Theater presents Arsenic and Old Lace
Winter Showcase
January 27, 28, 29 – NDA/CCH Theater presents Not Your Typical Battle of the Bands
Panda Preview Night

March 21, 2023 – Panda Preview Night – 6:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
6th and 7th graders – this is your chance to get a head start on the 8th grade! Learn about NDA life and
how to get ready for high school all in one evening. 8th Graders – come and take another look at all we have to offer!
You can register for Panda Preview Night below. The deadline for registration is March 18. If you would like to register on the day of the event, please contact Katie Caccavari, caccavarik@ndapandas.org, to register.
NDA Work Study Application
April 15, 2023 – NDA Work Study Application Deadline
Spring Musical, 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee - High School Edition
March 30, April 1 and 2, 2023 – NDA/CCH Spring Musical, The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee–High School edition
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