Back-to-School Shopping Hours at The Trading Post Announced
The Trading Post is preparing for the 2026–2027 school year and is currently receiving new merchandise, uniform pieces, and favorite school spirit items. New inventory will continue arriving through mid-October. Families are also invited to shop during the special back-to-school hours listed below.
Special Back-to-School Hours
- August 17: 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
- August 18: 2:00–4:00 p.m.
- August 25: 5:00–7:30 p.m. (New Family Orientation is 6:00–7:00 p.m.)
- August 26: 1:00–4:00 p.m.
- August 27: 7:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. (during New Student Orientation)
- August 28: 7:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. and 2:30–3:30 p.m. (during All-School Orientation)
Regular Store Hours Beginning August 31
- Monday through Thursday: 7:45 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. and 2:30 – 4:00 p.m.
- Friday: 7:45 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. and 2:30 – 3:30 p.m.
- On half days and shortened school days due to inclement weather, the Trading Post will remain open for one-half hour after dismissal.
Parents and guardians shopping during the school day should use the store's exterior entrance next to the Knott Building doors and knock for entry, as the exterior door remains locked for safety. Any questions may be directed to Mary Neil Gathagan, Trading Post Manager.
Notre Dame Preparatory School
A Catholic, independent college preparatory school for girls in grades 6–12, sponsored by the School Sisters of Notre Dame
