December 10, 2025

It is always such a treat when staff can visit Cal-ISBOA member schools, where the magic of our community’s devoted service happens in real time. We thank Rob Thomas (President), Karen Ortiz (Vice President of Finance), and Ilaria Pardini (Director of Human Resources) for a wonderful tour of the iconic Notre Dame High School campus in Sherman Oaks.

Drawing from both the French tradition of the Holy Cross, brought to Southern California by way of Indiana in 1947, and the Spanish Mission tradition of San Fernando, visible in the school’s striking Mission-style architecture, Notre Dame High School meets each student where they are and helps them realize their unique potential. This approach is evident in the school’s diverse extracurricular offerings, from photography to robotics to strength training, and in its students’ championship titles in myriad sports both during and after their time on campus. Thanks again to Rob, Karen, and Ilaria for sharing their special school with us!