The school is operated by the Sisters of Notre Dame de Namur for the Archdiocese of San Francisco.

The school's mission is driven by the teachings of Saint Julie Billiart, the foundress of the Sisters of Notre Dame de Namur.

[6] Positions include Ambassadors, Spiritual Life, California Scholarship Federation, National Honor Society, Technology Liaisons, Marketing & Communications, Link Crew, Health & Wellness.

In July 2008, a combined choir represented Notre Dame at World Youth Day 2008 in Sydney, Australia.

The choir sang for over 300,000 people prior to a mass presided by Pope Benedict XVI.

In addition, the Notre Dame choir program has received special recognition including many first-place trophies at various competitions, and a proclamation made by the Belmont City Council in late 2008.

[7][8] According to the NDB website, there are 14 sports programs that include 26 teams over the fall, winter and spring seasons.

All NDB students are invited to buy tickets for the dance on a first-come, first-served basis.

Spirit points are awarded to classes that have the most involvement in a particular activity (Aquacades, food drive, fundraisers, etc.).