Global Citizenship

The story of Notre Dame High School in San Jose began with a vision in France to establish an order of religious women with global impact, and continued with a group of committed Sisters traveling by ship from Belgium to the west coast of what is now known as the United States of America. This global perspective continues today in the student experience. In an increasingly globalized society, we must develop global citizens.

The following examples illustrate how our program includes guided travel opportunities to local, domestic and international destinations to expand student experience and perspective.

NATIONAL & COASTAL PLUNGES

Increase environmental justice awareness, rebuild communities and teach students the skills to advocate for change — locations have included the California central coast and Washington D.C.

Urban Plunges

Combine social justice and urbanism — locations have included Silicon Valley, East Los Angeles, New Orleans and the San Francisco Tenderloin.

Global Citizenship Travel

Combines cultural and language immersion for deeper understanding — trips have included El Salvador, Tanzania, Costa Rica, Italy and Greece.

NOTRE DAME NETWORK & INTERFAITH EXPERIENCES

Cultivates relationships with other Notre Dame communities and interfaith partners with opportunities for students to attend a national conference — trips have included Boston, New Mexico and Notre Dame Seishin in Japan.

Being a global citizen is important because we think critically about what is equitable and minimizes harm to our world. We become more skilled in evaluating ethics and the impact of our decisions.”

• EMMA ‘23 •