Philosophy of

Our Lady School

As a Catholic elementary school community, we believe that each person is a unique creation made in the image of God. We believe that the Gospel mandate to proclaim the message of Jesus Christ begins in the home and is nurtured at the school. We encourage parents and educators, working together, to provide students a solid spiritual and academic foundation.

As a Catholic elementary school community, we accent the call to serve as models of belief and behavior by our words and actions. We employ faculty and staff who are faith-filled, dedicated, knowledgeable, and competent in their professions. We provide students academic instruction with opportunities to witness to their faith and tradition. We develop the school’s curriculum to address the needs of the child from a perspective that includes spiritual, moral, intellectual, aesthetic, social, and physical dimensions.

As a Catholic elementary school community, we believe that our work is to build the Kingdom of God in this place and time through the education of students. We accept the responsibility to assist the students in realizing their gifts and talents in order to reach their fullest potential. We strive to empower our students with Gospel values and the educational competence necessary to successfully meet the challenges of an ever-changing world.

Marian Virtue Award Recipients

Key Attributes

Rooted in Faith

Our Lady School is a Catholic community, enriched by faith and tradition that joins students from Our Lady Church and Sacred Heart Parish, and welcomes children of all faiths.

• Catholic in mission and appearance
• Faith development for all grades
• Eucharist-centered with strong sacramental programs
• Daily shared prayer for students and staff
• Lived Gospel values in Catholic tradition



Nurtured with Family

Parents and educators work together to provide students with opportunities for intellectual, physical, and moral development.

• Parent/Parishioner School Board
• Home and School Association (HASA)
• Mentoring for new families
• Student/Parish CYC sports
• Parent/Teacher conferences and weekly communication
• Parenting programs



Strengthened by Knowledge

A dedicated and competent faculty develops the school’s curriculum to address the differentiated learning needs of the students.

• Phonics and Literature-Based Reading
• Leveled Math and Algebra
• Broad range of Social Studies
• Combined text and laboratory Science
• Fine Arts program of art, music, and band
• Physical Education and Health
• Integrated Computer program



Enriched through Care

Parents, educators, and students collaborate to provide an emotionally and physically safe environment that enhances learning.

• Virtue Based Discipline - Living the Virtues of Mary
• Character and moral development programs
• Optimal student-to-teacher ratios
• Student Council and other student leadership opportunities
• Monthly Marian Awards assemblies honoring student achievement
• Exterior doors and inner school security system with video cameras
• Intercom system for classrooms, hallways, and outdoor areas
• Interconnected phone system throughout the school
• All school volunteers required to fulfill the “Prevent and Protect” Program.



Growing in Community

The Our Lady School community strives to empower students with Gospel values and the educational competence necessary to meet the challenges of an ever-changing world.

• “Buddy” Programs connect younger and older students
• Variety of parent and parish volunteers from the neighborhood
• Support between the Our Lady School and Parish Schools of Religion at Church of Our Lady and Sacred Heart Parish
• Aftercare provided
• Frequent communications through newsletters, grade news notes, website, parish bulletins, and e-mail
• Student participation in speech, math, art, and writing contests
• Student community service projects at every grade level