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Notre Dame Celebrates Alumni, Tradition and Community During Special Weekend

Notre Dame Regional High School welcomed alumni, families, friends, and supporters back for a memorable weekend of celebration, connection and Bulldog spirit. From honoring those who have made a lasting impact on Notre Dame, to gathering on campus with families, to a day on the golf course, the weekend offered several opportunities to celebrate the people and traditions that make Notre Dame special.

The weekend began Friday evening with the Queen of Victory Evening of Excellence. It was a beautiful celebration of excellence, service and the lasting legacy of Notre Dame. Keynote speaker Mike Kohlfeld ('69) reflected on the traditions, relationships and enduring impact of Notre Dame on all those fortunate enough to experience her.

The evening honored the 2026 award recipients and inductees:
Distinguished Alumni Award: Dr. Timothy Wencewicz ('02)
Performing & Visual Arts Hall of Fame: Kevin Brost ('13)
Athletic Hall of Fame: 2006 and 2007 State Champion Boys Soccer Teams
Bob Miller Award: Josh and Jennifer Turner
Annunciation Award: Mike ('80) and Tricia Jansen
Acts of the Apostles Society: Leadership-level supporters of Notre Dame

The celebration continued Saturday with AlumniFest, bringing alumni, current families, former parents and friends together on campus. The evening began with Mass before guests enjoyed kids activities, Touch-a-Truck, food and live music from Notre Dame alumni. AlumniFest provided a relaxed opportunity to reconnect, make new memories and simply enjoy being together at ND.

The festivities concluded Monday with the Notre Dame Alumni & Friends Golf Tournament at Dalhousie Golf Club. A fantastic turnout filled both the morning and afternoon flights for a fun day of golf and support for Notre Dame.

Congratulations to the tournament winners:
Morning Championship Flight: Josh Glaus, Mike Glaus, Hollis Jines and John Koepp
Morning A Flight: Colby Holland, Greg Hamm and Tim Henry
Afternoon Championship Flight: Christ Martin, Brad Korn, Todd Lowman and Brevin Giebler
Afternoon A Flight: Edward Jones team

The tournament was made possible through the generosity of many sponsors. Alliance Dermatology served as the Morning Flight Sponsor, and Plaza Tire Service sponsored the Afternoon Flight. Eagle Sponsors included Edward Jones, First Midwest Bank, Dewitt Company and SEMO Lawn Care Services, while The Bank of Missouri, Smokin’ Brothers and Kohlfeld Distributing served as Lunch Sponsors. Notre Dame is also grateful to the many hole sign sponsors, golfers and volunteers who supported the event.

Thank you to everyone who joined us throughout the weekend. Whether celebrating the accomplishments of fellow Bulldogs, reconnecting on campus or enjoying a round of golf, each event was a reminder of the relationships, traditions and shared experiences that continue to connect generations of the Notre Dame family.
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