Contact Info:

Tel: 209-722-7496

E-mail: info@olmlancers.com

Website: www.olmlancers.com

Our Lady of Mercy School is an integral part of the educational ministry of Our Lady of Mercy /St. Patrick's Parish and operates under the auspices of the Pastor. It is one of the 23 elementary and two high schools forming the diocesan school system in the Diocese of Fresno. Students and parents are helped and encouraged to be active, vital members of the Catholic community. The impact of their contributions is felt throughout the community and the diocese.

Academic Excellence at Our Lady of Mercy since 1927

• Fully accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges
• Certified by the Western Catholic Education Association
• Instructor led Computer Lab
• Enrichment through elective classes for grades 5-8
• Weekly Library Science
• Outdoor Education Camp for 6th graders

Extracurricular Activities

• Choir
• Band
• Computer Club
• Student Council
• 4-H Club
• OLM Boy Scout troop
• Academic Decathlon

Athletic Programs

• Track & Field
• Baseball
• Softball
• Volleyball
• Basketball
• Soccer

Parental Involvement

• Advisory School Board
• Parents Club (volunteer hours required)

All parents involved with child interaction must complete a Safe Environment Program and Department of Justice clearance.

Religious Education

• Daily religion classes taught by certified religion teachers
• Masses and prayer services
• Sacramental preparation
• Family life classes
• Fostering of Christian attitudes and values
• Service to community
• Development of self-esteem
• Nurturing a sense of responsibility

School Facilities

• 27 acres of school grounds, track, ball fields and multiple play grounds for age appropriate play groups
• Library and Extended Care facilities with outside play area

Tuition

• Scholarship and Financial Aid opportunities
• Parishioner rates for Catholic Families
• Preschool fees are tax deductible
• Fundraising involvement required. Opportunities include Annual Calendar Sale, School Auction, Pancake Breakfast, and Catalog Sale

Preschool

• WASC/WCEA accredited with certified caring teachers
• Emphasis on the Total Child Philosophy
• Developmentally appropriate curriculum for 3-5 year olds
• Summer Daycare Programs & Flexible class schedules
• Extended care 7 AM to 5:30 PM
• CPR & 1st Aid Accredited Teachers
• Catholic religious principles are incorporated into all activities
• Pre-Kindergarten students attend Mass, have weekly library time, structured school readiness curriculum for Kindergarten, and participate in all K-8 activities
• Volunteer parents are cleared by the Department of Justice and take a Safe Environment Class