Academy of Our Lady of Peace Admissions Brochure

The Academy of Our Lady of Peace A Catholic College Preparatory School for Young Women

We Are OLP

Poised to Learn

$19 Million

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The amount of merit-based scholarships offered to the class of 2013

The number of advanced placement and honors courses

$2.5 Million

The dollar amount of tuition assistance and scholarships granted to students

OLP graduates are the proven innovators of tomorrow.

Creativity is at the forefront of what 21st century companies are

looking for in their employees. Here at OLP, students continue to break the mold and think outside the box of normalcy and expectation.

We give you all the tools you need to succeed in college including our block schedule and college preparatory curriculum, which includes classes in: Math Science English Social Studies Visual & Performing Arts

World Languages Computer Science Religious Studies Physical Education

Recent research* shows that when compared with female graduates of co-educational schools, women graduates of all-girls schools: • Earn higher SAT scores • Experience greater confidence levels, especially with regard to science and math subjects • Have greater interest in graduate school • Are more inclined to participate in group and social activities

Students in Chemistry

*Data from the Women Graduates of Single-Sex and Coeducational High Schools: Differences in their Characteristics and the Transition to College study by Linda J. Sax, Ph.D, et al.

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The average number of years faculty members have taught at the school

Years of legacy. OLP is the longest running high school in San Diego

The number of volunteer hours completed by the student body

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My time at OLP was magical — if it had not been for the inspiration of our French teacher, I would have never fulfilled my dream of studying and living in Paris, France. The language prep I received at OLP more than prepared me for the level of study at university on into my days living in Paris.

-Angela Cummings, Class of ‘88, now working at a national intellectual property law firm

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Poised OLP women serve in local and international communities with gentleness, peace and joy, modeled after the legacy of the Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet. Students are required to complete 85 hours of service by the time of graduation, however, most go above and beyond the minimum requirements because the culture of our community is that of serving the “dear neighbor.”

As Freshmen: Students serve within nonprofit organizations such as Father Joe’s Villages, the YMCA, local elementary schools, parishes or Catholic Charities.

As Sophomores: Students interact with nonprofit social service organizations emphasizing their service to the constituents being served by the organization.

As Juniors: Students serve within nonprofit organizations whose missions relate to concerns of science and caring for God’s creation.

As Seniors: Students choose one nonprofit organization to serve within and complete a Senior Reflection of Service within their Religion Courses.

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Poised to Lead

66% OLP students are empowered and prepared to be the leaders of tomorrow with help from our comprehensive college counseling program for grades 9-12.

Percentage of the 2013 graduating class that received scholarships

There are over 290 leadership opportunities available annually encompassing many realms of campus life, such as student life, athletics, and the performing arts.

The Student Council at OLP is comprised of more than 50 elected student leaders with the common goal of planning school activities and, at the same time, making the school year exciting and memorable.

Leadership experiences at OLP help prepare our graduates for college and beyond.

Notable college & university acceptances include: Yale Stanford University of Notre Dame Georgetown College of William and Mary New York University Lafayette College Duke Emory University Northwestern University Northeastern University University of Southern California Tufts University University of San Diego Williams College All 9 UC campuses and 22 CSU campuses

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OLP was an institution that set a solid foundation for my future. I was able to indulge in strong academics, deepen my faith, explore leadership opportunities, and volunteer in community service affairs amongst many other ventures. The memories and friendships created within the OLP community are priceless.

-Dianna Tilley, Class of ‘06, MA Counseling

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50+ Number of elected student leadership positions

19 The number of current OLP faculty & staff who are alumnae

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If it weren’t for the religious education and campus ministry experience I received at OLP, I would not be working in full-time youth/music ministry today. Because I had teachers who cared so much about our faith and the love of Christ, I am able to continue that work with my youth group and have passed the Gospel on to many teens over the past ten years.

-Jen Bedison, Class of ‘87, parish Youth Minister

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For Faith Founded by the Sisters of Saint Joseph of Carondelet in 1882, OLP has successfully educated young women for more than 130 years to meet the needs of society, always with the charisms of the sisters at heart: gentleness, peace and joy. OLP is rooted in the motto of Deus Illuminatio Mea, “God is my Light.”

The department of Campus Ministry facilitates opportunities for our community to explore our Catholic faith and CSJ charism, including: Daily School-Wide & Classroom Prayer Weekly Chapel Prayer Variety of Student-Coordinated Mass Services Advent Candlelight Procession Class Retreats Service-Learning Programs Student Council Outreach Projects Student Peace Commission & Service Clubs Food Drives for Catholic Charities Campus Ministry Student Core Team Weekly Parents in Prayer Meetings

Students are at the heart of planning and leading various ministries on campus.

Faith in Action empowers students to engage in their faith as is exemplified by the Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet.

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Not only do we provide an educational experience that produces students with a very strong academic foundation, but we also continually emphasize the importance of developing a strong, balanced faith-life with a focus on Catholic social justice. We take in young girls. We graduate well-rounded, exceptionally motivated, and spiritually-conscious young women.

-Angela Cascarano, Class of ‘69, parent of an alumna & current OLP Yearbook/Visual & Performing Arts Teacher

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We invite our OLP graduates to return to the campus chapel for their wedding ceremony as well!

Poised For Success

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OLP girls lead full lives, rounded out by

athletics, clubs and our partnership with the Catholic, all-boys school, St. Augustine (Saints), just a few miles away. OLP students are prominent leaders in the classroom, on the courts and fields, and in their communities.

The number of competitive CIF interscholastic athletic teams

OLP remains at the forefront of athletic recognition with 20 competitive CIF interscholastic athletic teams.

Student athletes make up more than 55% of our student population and the majority of these student athletes were recognized last year for maintaining a cumulative GPA of 3.5 or higher while participating in competitive athletics.

Since 2006, OLP athletes have been granted and accepted athletic scholarships from: Academy of Art University California Lutheran University California State University, Northridge California State University, San Luis Obispo Harvard University Hawaii Pacific University Humboldt State University of Loyola, New Orleans Notre Dame de Namur St. Martin’s College St. Mary’s College Stonehill College University of California, Berkeley University of California, Riverside University of Dallas University of Nevada, Las Vegas University of San Diego

55%

The percentage of the student body that plays at least 1 sport

30+

The number of clubs and organizations on campus

Partner events with Saints include: Freshman dance lessons Football & basketball games Formal & casual dances Student council activities Rallies/athletics Theatrical productions And More!

290

The number of leadership opportunities available

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OLP students knit more than 90 hats for children battling cancer and undergoing chemotherapy at Rady Children’s Hospital San Diego.

Please Join Us For Our : STEAM Day | Oct. 5 | 8 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Open House | Oct. 12 | 9 a.m.-11:30 a.m.

Academy of Our Lady of Peace | 4860 Oregon St., San Diego, CA 92116 619-297-2266 ext. 118 | www.aolp.org