Our Lady of Mercy - Philosophy, Goals and Objectives

Our Lady of Mercy School is a community of faith which provides for the growth of the whole person based on Christian values. This community is permeated with the Gospel spirit of freedom and love. The students are helped to develop their unique abilities and are prepared to live effectively in the Church, civic and cultural communities. We encourage and support the role of parents as the primary religious educators.

Spiritual
To educate students to lead full Christian lives by:

  1. Imparting knowledge of the Catholic message through a sequential religious curriculum (K-8);
  2. Sharing ourselves in the service of others;
  3. Integrating Christian values throughout the curriculum;
  4. Providing opportunities to live a life of faith through daily prayer and liturgy;
  5. Guiding students in the formation of a right conscience.

Intellectual
To educate students to develop their full intellectual capacity by:

  1. Providing a comprehensive and sequential program of studies;
  2. Providing a variety of learning experiences within a structured environment to meet individual needs;
  3. Instilling a personal responsibility for learning;
  4. Providing opportunities for enhancing critical thinking, intellectual curiosity, and creativity;
  5. Developing appreciation for the creative arts.

Social
To educate students to live responsibly in society by:

  1. Teaching students to respect themselves and others;
  2. Teaching students to recognize and to appreciate various cultures;
  3. Helping students to broaden awareness of the world beyond their immediate environment;
  4. Providing opportunities for students to interact with others;
  5. Helping students to become aware of, and to work toward overcoming social injustices.

Psychological
To educate students to develop an acceptance of their whole person by:

  1. Helping students recognize and develop their gifts;
  2. Allowing students to learn to deal with the problems of daily living;
  3. Encouraging emotional growth and independence;
  4. Providing counseling services and teaching strategies for conflict resolution.

Physical
To educate students to meet their physical needs by:

  1. Providing a physical education program that encompasses the developmental stages of growth;
  2. Providing for participation of all students in exercises and games;
  3. Instructing students in basic health and safety facts.