Dora Camacho Van de Montel

Dora Camacho Van de Montel '73 retired from Long Beach Memorial Hospital in California after 42 years. She worked in the cancer wing for about 12 years and then was appointed administrator. She spent 40 years contributing positively to the medical community and made a difference in the lives of many. Dora is now enjoying her retirement.

Celine Doronila

Caption: Salutatorian

Year: Class of 2020

Notre Dame has given me very valuable lessons. Ones that extend beyond the classroom. I was a shy kid and I still am; however, the lessons taught here have helped me to strive to reach out to others. And as a result I made friends with those who I now and will continue to consider my family. Because the memories we made together are ones that I hold close to my heart.

Ethan Garcia

Caption: Valedictorian

Year: Class of 2020

As we continue to grow in our newfound independence and adulthood, we must not forget what NDHS and our families have taught us. Blessed Theresa of Jesus Gerhardinger, the foundress of the School Sisters of Notre Dame said this about growth: “All the works of God proceed slowly and in pain; but then, their roots are the sturdier and their flowers the lovelier.” And so while our very last high school semester is not what we envisioned or had hoped for, I believe that this experience has made us step back and focus on what is important, making us stronger and even more determined to take each day and live them with purpose.