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The best way to find out more about all that SJND has to offer is to experience it first-hand. Walk our beautiful campus, view our updated facilities, and meet our diverse student body, faculty, and staff.

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Information Nights - 9/24, 10/28, 11/10

Discover SJND’s Extraordinary Impact

Join us for an evening to discover what makes SJND an extraordinary place where students thrive. You will hear from our new principal, Jeffery Danilak, and our administration. You will also get an overview of the admissions process and upcoming admissions events. This event is a great opportunity to learn more about the SJND experience and what it means to be part of our community.

Event date: September 24, 2026, 6-7:30pm

Virtual Event date: November 10, 2026, 6-7:30pm

Pilot Pathways Information Night

Join us for an evening to discover what makes SJND an extraordinary place where students thrive. You will hear from our new principal, Jeffery Danilak, learn about our academic programs and pathways, student life, and athletics. You will also get an overview of the admissions process and upcoming admissions events. This event is a great opportunity to learn more about the SJND experience and what it means to be part of our community.

Event date: October 28, 2026, 6-7:30pm

Prepare for Admissions Takeoff - 9/29, 10/28, 11/10

Discover The Block. Experience an Extraordinary Impact.

Parents and guardians are invited to join the SJND Admissions Team for an engaging and informative morning on campus. Learn about the admissions process, explore what makes Saint Joseph Notre Dame unique, and discover how The Block creates a more personalized, collaborative, and impactful learning experience for every student.

Enjoy an interactive presentation, participate in a small-group, open-format Q&A session, and meet members of our Principal, Jeff Danilak, current parents, and students. You'll gain insight into our academics, student life, faith community, athletics, and the many opportunities that prepare students to make an Extraordinary Impact in college and beyond.

The event concludes with a guided campus tour, where you'll see SJND in action and experience firsthand what makes our community an Extraordinary School.

Event Dates: September 29, October 28 and November 10 from 9:00-11:00am

Pilot Visits - 10/16, 11/5, 11/13, 12/3

Experience The Block. Discover Extraordinary Impact.

The best way to get to know the Saint Joseph Notre Dame High School community is to experience it firsthand.

Join us for one of our popular Pilot Visits and discover the power of The Block—where faith, academic excellence, service, and community come together to create an Extraordinary Impact on every student.

During your visit, you'll meet key members of the SJND community, enjoy a student-led tour of campus, and step inside a live classroom to experience learning in action. See firsthand why generations of families have chosen SJND as the place where students are known, challenged, and inspired to thrive.

Dates: October 16, November 5, November 13, December 3, 2026
Time: 10:15 AM - 12:15 PM

HSPT Prep Course - 11/7

The High School Placement Test (HSPT) Prep Course at SJND is a comprehensive course that focuses on test-taking strategies, content review and practice. Familiarity with the test can help students when it is time to take the HSPT, which is required when applying to Catholic high schools. The results help determine which classes students will be placed in for high school, and may place them in consideration for scholarships. While students participate in the course, parents and guardians are invited to experience The Block, our unique Catholic educational community that brings together St. Joseph Basilica, St. Joseph Elementary School, and Saint Joseph Notre Dame High School.

Event Date: November 7, 2026 from 8:30 a.m. to 12:15 p.m.

Open House - 12/6

Middle school students and their families are invited to experience the Extraordinary Impact of Saint Joseph Notre Dame. Explore our beautiful historic Alameda campus, meet Principal Jeff Danilak, faculty, coaches, administrators, and current students, and discover how SJND inspires students to grow academically, spiritually, and personally.

Located on The Block, SJND is part of a unique Catholic educational community where St. Joseph Basilica, St. Joseph Elementary School, and Saint Joseph Notre Dame High School come together to support students and families. It's more than a campus—it's a community rooted in faith, tradition, and lifelong relationships.

Learn about our exceptional college-preparatory academics, faith formation, athletics, visual and performing arts, student leadership opportunities, and vibrant campus life. See how an SJND education empowers students to make an Extraordinary Impact in college, in their communities, and throughout their lives.

Come experience the power of The Block and discover why generations of families have chosen SJND as the place where faith, excellence, and Extraordinary Impact begin.

Date: December 6, 2026, 2-4:30pm

High School Placement Test (HSPT) - 1/9/27

Pilot Chat - 2/28/27

Join us from the comfort of your home for a virtual Pilot Chat with current SJND students and parents. Hear firsthand about their experiences and learn what it's like to be part of the SJND community. From academics and student life to athletics, leadership, and extracurricular opportunities, this is a great opportunity to gain authentic insight and ask questions in an informal, conversational setting. Prospective students and their parents or guardians are encouraged to attend together.

Event Date: February 28 from 6:30-7:30 p.m.

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7th Grade Practice HSPT - 4/24/27

The Practice High School Placement Test (HSPT) gives 7th grade students a chance to become familiar with the format and content of the HSPT. In 8th grade, students take the official HSPT, and scores are used for high school placement and scholarship consideration. Parents and guardians are welcome to stay in the morning to meet SJND teachers and students. Student-led campus tours will be available.

Date & Time: April 24th, 8:15am - 12:15pm

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Admission Timeline

Application for Admission Opens September 1
Application Deadline: January 7, 2027
HSPT Testing: January 9, 2027
Family Interviews: January 19-22 and January 25-29, 2027
Admission Decisions: March 12 @4pm