classrooms in other buildings have all been renovated to meet the growing technological demands with computers and SmartBoards, while many of the major textbooks are now available as part of a digital library. Academics The high school offers a college preparatory liberal arts and STEM curriculum that exceeds the requirements established by the New York State Board of Regents. In addition to fulfilling the requirements for a Regents diploma with Advanced Designation, students also have the opportunity to take a selection of Advanced Placement courses including: biology calculus computer science English language and composition English literature and composition physics studio art U.S. government and politics U.S. history world history Students also have the opportunity to earn college credits through the school's affiliation with St. John's University (New York City). Students are offered an array of electives, including anatomy and physiology, campus ministry, digital, creative writing, environmental science, photography, psychology, sociology, songwriting, and women and the media. The curriculum in the elementary school aims to assure that the students will achieve high scores on state standardized tests, Archdiocesan exams, and two State Regents exams. They are awarded more than $100,000 in scholarships to the high schools of their choice. Activities Notre Dame offers a number of activities and athletic teams. Notable alumnae Dawn Aponte – American football executive Patricia Neway – operatic soprano; Broadway theatre actress References External links Educational institutions established in 1903 Girls' schools in New York City Private elementary schools in Staten Island Private middle schools in Staten Island Catholic elementary schools in New York City 1903 establishments in New York City Roman Catholic high schools in Staten Island Grymes Hill, Staten Island