PND’s Mission

The mission of Peoria Notre Dame High School is to foster spiritual, emotional, intellectual
and physical development . . .

• by teaching the Catholic faith
• by leading students to be disciples of Jesus Christ
• by teaching the arts and sciences in a climate of Catholic academic inquiry

PND Values

— Academic Excellence
 that inspires and prepares us for successful lives

— Catholic Faith
that places us in God’s transforming hands

— Family
that sustains, loves, forgives and cares

— Individual Dignity as a Gift of God
that shows respect for self and sees the worth of others

—Personal Responsibility
that engenders pride and builds the trust of others

—Service to Others
that brings true purpose to our lives

— Teamwork
that unites us and causes things to happen

— Tradition
that teaches, guides and remembers

PND’s Vision

Peoria Notre Dame strives to be the number one high school in downstate Illinois—delivering excellence in every aspect and attracting students throughout our tri-county area. The school will graduate students who are disciplined, responsible, caring adults. The community will view us as an example to emulate in academics, morality, service and faith. Students will benefit from attending a new, state-of-the-art, high-tech, environmentally friendly high school—a well-run academic organization governed by a Board of Trustees that listens and fosters transparency and openness.

Unique dimensions of Peoria Notre Dame

— Faith-based education

Peoria Notre Dame is a Catholic 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 scholarship, it is not achievement alone that sets us apart. Notre Dame develops the whole person—mind, body and spirit—through faith-based education and co-curricular activities.

— Respectful environment

Students learn in a safe and respectful environment without negative distractions. When people visit our school they encounter admirable students and orderly classrooms. Our students behave the way responsible adults behave.

— Community

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 co-curricular activities and by their outpouring of compassion and assistance when people are in need or suffer a loss. The Peoria Notre Dame community supports our youth and makes our vision a reality by sharing their talents and expertise, engaging in fundraising and providing assistance to our students, teachers and staff.

— Tradition

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 financial gain. 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.

— Athletics and co-curricular activities

Peoria Notre Dame also stands out because of its wide variety of quality co-curricular activities and athletic programs. Parents, students and alumni are actively involved in supporting our many teams, clubs and events. Participants enhance their talents, build strong relationships, learn leadership skills and practice positive and productive ways to work with others. Our programs foster character development, healthy lifestyles, lasting friendships and alumni involvement, loyalty and respect.

— A culture of caring and giving

Peoria Notre Dame also has a culture and heritage of giving. Alumni and friends believe in and support Catholic education. They care for others, and give of their time, talent and treasure.

PND’s Key attributes

— Catholic/Inclusive/Comprehensive
— Academic/Prestigious/Challenging
— Athletic/Competitive/Accomplished
— Distinguished/Diverse/Successful
— Family/Nurturing/Safe
— Fun/Friendly/Caring
— Loyal/Trustworthy/Reliable

The Peoria Notre Dame Promise

Peoria Notre Dame is a welcoming, academically excellent high school that inspires and prepares students for college and for successful lives. Our Catholic education and co-curricular activities develop the whole person—their mind, body and spirit.

We embrace Catholic values and principles, respect all religions and provide a safe and considerate learning environment that eliminates distractions and appreciates the individual. Our students are taught to value authority, to show consideration for one another and to behave as responsible adults while in school and in all environments.

Our academic and athletic teams and other co-curricular activities are viewed as valuable ways to develop student character, camaraderie and self-confidence. We have a 150-year tradition of successfully preparing the leaders and good citizens of tomorrow—each one knowing that there is a higher purpose for us all.

We are supported by a caring Catholic family—a life-long community of parents, students, teachers, alumni and parishioners throughout our diocese who care about our school and each other. This is demonstrated by their support and enthusiasm at sporting and co-curricular events and by the outpouring of compassion and assistance when people are in need or suffer a loss. The Peoria Notre Dame community supports our youth and makes our vision a reality by sharing their talents and expertise; engaging in fundraising; and providing assistance to our students, teachers and staff.