Anonymous Donor Brings Science to Life at Utica, Notre Dame High School

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
(Free-Press-Release.com) September 27, 2010 -- The donation of $75,000 allowed for the purchase of the latest in mobile laboratory
stations. Students will now be able to work cooperatively on laboratory projects at the new
stations, where they will examine microscopic cells, perform dissections, and learn about how
organ systems work together within the body.
Sister Anna Mae Collins, CSJ, principal, said she was overwhelmed by the benevolence of
the donor. “Notre Dame has always been committed to the teaching and learning of math and

science,” Sister said. “This will put us on the cutting edge, as we educate the physicians and
research scientists of tomorrow.”

Mark Madden, biology teacher, is eager to see ND students working in the new lab.
“I’m looking forward to our students having greater interaction and a better learning
experience. The mobile stations are much more functional, with water and other hookups right
in each station,” he said. “The study of biology is interactive; students will be able to see more
clearly what’s going on as we work on these projects, as well as testing enzymes, nutrients, and
more.”

The donation also makes possible the purchase of two ultra smart boards, which will
enable teachers to easily prepare multimedia presentations utilizing music, movie clips and
more, to help students grasp sometimes difficult science concepts. The second ultra smart
board will be used in the chemistry laboratory in room 206.
On behalf of everyone at Notre Dame – but especially our students – thanks so much to
our mystery donor. God bless you!

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