State of the School

2026 State of the School: A Foundation for the Future

In the 2026 State of the School, President Jennings and Principal Martinez highlight three key pillars: Innovate. Inspire and Invest, which are transforming our student experience:

Innovative Academics: Our students are performing above national standards, with a 91% AP pass rate, and in the coming year, new courses in Finance powered by Bloomberg, new AP world language courses, Podcasting, and more. With a dedicated mental health counselor and a revitalized College Placement Office, we are committed to nurturing the whole student.

Inspiring Success: The Class of 2025 has earned an impressive $38 million in scholarships and has matriculated to prestigious institutions like Princeton, Columbia, and the University of Notre Dame. From championship-winning athletics to standing ovation worthy Performing Arts, our students continue to excel.

Invest: Thanks to record-breaking generosity, we are launching a $1.5 million campaign to build a modern Learning Commons and a Bloomberg-powered Business Lab, giving students a competitive edge before college.

Watch the full address to see how Notre Dame is leading the future of Catholic education.