Philosophy

Our Lady of Mount Carmel strives to help students:

• Develop a sense of Christian community rooted in a faith relationship with God and love of neighbor, emphasizing values based on Sacred Scripture
• Become articulate in the basic skills of learning, including technology as an essential tool
• Develop positive self-concept and to recognize and accept their potential to overcome limitations
• Develop the ability to make sound decisions in preparation for life stressing the values of intellectual honesty and respect for truth
• Have respect for the freedom of all peoplethrough an understanding of others' ideas and beliefs, a respect for duly appointed authority, as well as for the rights and property of others
• Recognize that each child's individuality is a gift from God and that this individuality must be preserved and developed to its fullest potential; this is reflected in teaching methods as well as in respect for individual needs and patterns of learning

OLMC does not discriminate in its admissions or hiring policies. Students are entitled to all of the School's programs, activities, rights, and privileges regardless of their race or religion.

Mission

Our Lady of Mount Carmel School (OLMC) primarily carries out the evangelical mission of the OLMC Parish in transmitting the message of Jesus Christ to a new generation. The school exists for the education of the whole child, spiritually, intellectually, socially, and physically, as a unique person in a Christian atmosphere. In this atmosphere, children can be helped to perceive their relationship to God, Church, neighbor, government, and the environment, as well as forming a faith-filled, compassionate community. Finally, our students will be able to take their place as mature Catholic Christians in the Church and in the wider community of society.

Objective

Our objective is to prepare our students for the many roles they will take during their lives as students, siblings, sons and daughters, friends, citizens, parishioners, and eventually as employees, leaders, and parents. We attain this objective through our curriculum and co-curricular activities. Our alumni are the witnesses of our success. They serve both God and their communities in diverse careers, including law, medicine, education, journalism, and government. Many of our most active parishioners are alumni of Our Lady of Mount Carmel School.