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Notre Dame High School announces new staff members

By Billie Owens

Press release:

Notre Dame High School is pleased to announce that they have several new hires that will be joining the Fightin’ Irish family over the summer. These individuals have been added in the following departments:

Art Department: Kristin Smith

Kristin Smith has a passion for motivating students to explore their creative talent, while guiding them with lessons that allow them to express their thoughts and ideas in a safe, instructive environment. She has a bachelor’s degree in Art Education from Buffalo State College and comes to Notre Dame after teaching in several local school districts, including Oakfield, Elba, Akron and Alden. She has served as a long-term substitute for Art this year and we are so excited to have her here permanently -- Welcome Kristin!

English Department: Sarah Wessel

Sarah Wessel brings vast experience in many aspects of education and communication to the English Department of Notre Dame High School. She holds a master’s degree in Curriculum and English Language Arts from the University of Phoenix and has worked as an adjunct professor for Onondaga Community College and Monroe Community College. We are so excited for her addition to our English Department -- Welcome Sarah!

Advancement: Kathy Antinore

Kathy Antinore brings a unique passion to her work at Notre Dame, as her sons are graduates of the school. She will be stepping into the role of event coordinator and comes to Notre Dame with extensive experience in marketing, customer service, and management. She previously served as the Advancement Coordinator at Notre Dame and we are excited to have her back – Welcome Kathy!

Advancement: Kate Edwards

Kate Edwards has a true passion for the students and alumni of Notre Dame. She counts her son and daughter as graduates of the school, holds a master’s degree in Reading/Language Arts and has worked extensively with Notre Dame as a substitute teacher and DECA advisor. She will be stepping into the role of part-time director of advancement and we are so excited to have her in this unique role – Welcome Kate!

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