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The Transformation of Notre Dame High School Begins...

Notre Dame High School has launched a new initiative that will change the face of the campus with a renovated theater, expanded lobby and its stained glass exterior, as well as a beautifully designed upper plaza and  lower courtyard.


The Transformation Plan

The renovation of its mid-century theater-in-the-round will give way to an expanded stage with a sprung floor to accommodate dance classes and performances.

 
Various screens will provide for creative backdrops, video streaming, films, and smart board interactions.
 
New seating will accommodate usage as a lecture hall and classroom presentations.
 
State-of-the-art sound and light systems will adapt to multiple uses: student body assemblies, liturgies, performing arts productions, as well as guest lectures and teaching/learning modules.
 
The expanded lobby will accommodate a growing theatre audience and provide a reception/luncheon setting for special occasions.
 
A stained glass image of Mary on the front exterior wall, with diffused lighting, will be the new focal point - day and night.
 
The upper plaza configuration will extend the Marian focus with a unique design suggesting the crown of the Queen of Heaven.
 
The lower courtyard, extending from the curb to the plaza stairs, will provide a much needed social setting, integrating groupings of benches, plantings, and hardscape.

 

Exterior painting of the facilities and window replacement.

 

Technology upgrades and classroom renovation.

 

 

Endorsements

Notre Dame High School is a prized educational treasure in the Dioceseof Monterey. This transformative project will take ND  academic and social culture to a whole new level. Most of all, the renovated theater will provide a fitting liturgical home for school and community sacramentalcelebrations. The Diocese is also pleased to report that Notre Dame has $500,000 in its restricted theater account from past years of fundraising.

-Most Reverend Bishop Richard J. Garcia, D.D., Diocese of Monterey

Our community is energized, our trustees are on board, and this project has generated a tremendous buzz. We’re taking advantage of decreasing construction costs to move forward right now.

-Mark Campion, Board President and Campaign Chair

This project arose from practical needs, but it’s grown to be something truly unique for NDHS and its generations of students to come. The new campus center represents the integration of the performing arts, technological innovation, liturgical life, and community outreach. It positions Notre Dame for its next 20 years.

-Andy Bedell, Principal


A Visual Progression of Our Project

Progression of the Transformation

July 8- The removal of the statue of Mary, our Blessed Mother
July 8- The removal of the statue of Mary, our Blessed Mother

July 8-The flagpole is removed.
July 8-The flagpole is removed.

July 12-The construction site is prepared.
July 12-The construction site is prepared.

July 12-The stage area is cleared and chairs are being removed.
July 12-The stage area is cleared and chairs are being removed.

July 13- The interior of the theatre.
July 13- The interior of the theatre.

July 14-Principal, Andy Bedell at the helm.
July 14-Principal, Andy Bedell at the helm.

July 14- Demolition of the exterior structure begins.
July 14- Demolition of the exterior structure begins.

July 14 -Concrete walls are removed.
July 14 -Concrete walls are removed.

July 14- The sidewalks are lifted.
July 14- The sidewalks are lifted.

July 15- The unslighltly concrete plaza is gone.
July 15- The unslighltly concrete plaza is gone.

July 16-Grading the site soon begins.
July 16-Grading the site soon begins.

July 19- An exterior view after just two weeks.
July 19- An exterior view after just two weeks.

Jluy 22- An interior view of the theatre.
Jluy 22- An interior view of the theatre.

July 27- Entrance to the theatre
July 27- Entrance to the theatre

July 27-The expansion of the theatre foyer
July 27-The expansion of the theatre foyer

July 29 - Major grading begins
July 29 - Major grading begins

July 29 - The grounds are surveyed.
July 29 - The grounds are surveyed.

Aug 5 - Work continues inside the theatre.
Aug 5 - Work continues inside the theatre.

Aug. 16 - Beginning stage of the Control Room
Aug. 16 - Beginning stage of the Control Room

Aug. 16 - Preparing the foundation
Aug. 16 - Preparing the foundation

Aug. 16 -Grading the Upper Plaza area
Aug. 16 -Grading the Upper Plaza area

August 18 - Prepping the stage foundation.
August 18 - Prepping the stage foundation.

August 30- Construction of the new stage begins
August 30- Construction of the new stage begins

August 21 - The Upper Plaza is graded.
August 21 - The Upper Plaza is graded.

Sept. 16 -The start of a new roof to the theatre building.
Sept. 16 -The start of a new roof to the theatre building.

Sept 17 Placement of the main stage beam
Sept 17 Placement of the main stage beam

Sept. 17- Construction of the stage continues.
Sept. 17- Construction of the stage continues.

Nov. 17 - Installing framework for new front doors.JPG
Nov. 17 - Installing framework for new front doors.JPG

Nov. 16 -Extending the square footage of the Foyer.JPG
Nov. 16 -Extending the square footage of the Foyer.JPG

Nov. 11 - Walkways and retaining walls are in place.
Nov. 11 - Walkways and retaining walls are in place.

Nov 11 - Interior of theatre with new Media Control room..JPG
Nov 11 - Interior of theatre with new Media Control room..JPG

Nov 1 - Enlargement of stage.
Nov 1 - Enlargement of stage.

Bishop's Blessing Given at Groundbreaking Ceremony

An official groundbreaking ceremony took place on Wednesday, September 9, 2010.  Principal, Andy Bedell welcomed and addressed the audience, giving them the history regarding the long awaited theatre renovation and school transformation project.  Mayor Dennis Donohue offered his congratulatory remarks and commented on the value of the project, not only for the students but for the entire community.  With gold shovels in hand, the distinguished guests participated in the groundbreaking tradition by "turning the soil”.  The project then received a special blessing by Bishop Richard Garcia.  Mark Campion, president of the Notre Dame Board of Trustees, closed the event by gratefully acknowledging the individuals and businesses whose gifts made it possible to begin the transformation of Notre Dame.  An additional one million dollars still needs to be raised to meet the campaign goal. 


Your Gift Makes a Difference

Your unparalleled generosity, can help us to reach and exceed our expectations. The gift you give is a gift of opportunity, a gift for the future, a gift of transformation.


Please consider making a one time gift or pledge a gift that can be paid over the course of five years.  To make a tax deductible gift or should you have questions please contact Mary Campion, Director of Major Gifts at (831) 751-1850 or email mcampion@notredamesalinas.org.


visit: www.notredamesalinas.org

455 Palma Drive

Salinas, CA 93901

(831) 751-1850

Andy Bedell, Principal

 


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