Oldenburg Academy of the immaculate conception
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2025-2026 SCHOOL PROFILE
ADMINISTRATION
PRESIDENT
Mrs. Annette Hunger
812.934.4440 ext. 231 ahunger@oldenburgacademy.org
PRINCIPAL
Mrs. Angela L. Parmer
812.934.4440 ext. 223 aparmer@oldenburgacademy.org
DIRECTOR OF ADMISSIONS
Mrs. Molly Freeland ‘94 812.934.4440 ext. 250 mfreeland@oldenburgacademy.org
DIRECTOR OF SCHOOL COUNSELING
Mrs. Laura Geis
812.934.4440 ext. 229 lgeis@oldenburgacademy.org
DIRECTOR OF ACADEMIC INNOVATION
Mr. Jason Walke
812.934.4440 ext. 241 jwalke@oldenburgacademy.org
ATHLETIC DIRECTOR
Mr. Michael Higdon
812.934.4440 ext. 232 mhigdon@oldenburgacademy.org
1 Twister Circle, PO Box 200 Oldenburg, Indiana 47036
PHONE | 812.934.4440
FAX | 812.934.4838 www.oldenburgacademy.org
CEEB School Code | 152680
MISSION STATEMENT
Oldenburg Academy of the Immaculate Conception is a Franciscan Catholic co-educational college preparatory high school committed to academic excellence, social responsibility, leadership and personal and spiritual growth for our students who will excel in our ever-changing world.
ACCREDITATION
COGNIA Accreditation
PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATIONS
INPEA (Indiana Non-Public Educational)
NCEA (National Non-Public Educational Association)
IDOE (Indiana Department of Education)
IHSAA (Indiana High School Athletic Association)
SPONSORSHIP
Sponsored by the Sisters of Saint Francis, Oldenburg
LOCATION
T e Academy is located in picturesque Oldenburg, Indiana, and features a beautiful campus-like setting.
GUIDING PRINCIPLES
| Incorporating Franciscan values of prayer, Gospel living, and service to support the growth of each student’s mind, body, and spirit
| Provide a well-qualified faculty that continuously improves curricula and methodologies
| O ff er a wide range of co-curricular activities that complement strong religious and academic programs
| Ensure that a quality Catholic education is a ff ordable
| Create and sustain an environment where students from all backgrounds are welcomed and respected
| Commit to long-term financial viability
SPONSORSHIP VALUES
Prayer
Care of Creation
Peace and Justice
Dignity of Each Person
Reconciliation
Care of Creation will be the focus value for the 2025-26 school year
ENROLLMENT
T e enrollment for 2025-2026 is 134, with approximately 38% male and 62% female. Students come from over 15 di ff erent middle schools in five counties in souteastern Indiana and southwestern Ohio. Approximately 90% of students are Catholic and 10% are of other denominations/faiths.
DRESS CODE
T e everyday uniform includes khaki or navy tailored pants (men/women), plaid skirt (women), and embroidered navy or white OA polo or white oxford shirts. Everyday outerwear may be navy, gray, white, or black 1/4 zips or crew neck sweatshirts and should be branded with the OA logo. Hoodies may only be worn on spirit days. Formal uniform for men includes navy pants, white oxford shirt with navy tie and OA vest or navy blazer and for women includes a plaid skirt, white oxford shirt and OA vest or navy blazer.
SERVICE
A total of 60 hours of service and volunteer activities are expected of all students during their four years at OA. Students are involved in volunteer and service activities reflective of the Franciscan Sponsorship Values. Students who reach 100 service hours will be recognized with a Centennial Service Award, and students who reach 500 service hours will be recognized with the Franciscan Service Award.
INTERNATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES
Oldenburg Academy students will have the opportunity to participate in the Assisi Scholars Pilgrimage that will be held in the Spring of 2026. OA partners with the Faces and Our Cultures Exchange Program and Inspired Gateways to enrich our student’s high school experience.
MISSION MONDAY & CLASS SCHEDULE
On Mission Mondays different grade levels will participate in retreats, service opportunities, internships, immersive educational experiences, and college visits without missing instructional time. Mission Mondays will also provide faculty with dedicated time for ongoing professional development to bring innovative teaching practices into their classrooms. Students will be able to connect with faculty from 1:00 - 3:00 PM for personalized enrichment opportunities.
WEEK AT A GLANCE
MONDAY
Mission Monday (Innovative Learning Day)
TUESDAY - FRIDAY Traditional School Instructional Days
SCHOOL HOURS
8:15 AM - 3:25 PM
CLASS SCHEDULE
7 Periods Each Day (No Block Days)
Quick Facts
ACADEMICS
ADVANCED PLACEMENT COURSES
OA o ff ers 12 Advanced Placement courses, which are more heavily weighted in terms of GPA due to the advanced nature of the information covered. T ese courses o ff er students the opportunity to do college level work while they are still in high school, and earn college credit hours based on their scores on the National Advanced Placement Exams taken in May each year. AP courses are listed on the course list.
DUAL CREDIT COURSES
Oldenburg Academy o ff ers 16 Dual Credit courses in partnership with Ivy Tech Community College. Dual Credit is an option for high school students to simultaneously take college classes while in high school, to receive college credit, and to fulfill high school requirements. Current Dual Credit course o ff erings are indicated with an asterix in the course list.
COLLEGE TO CAREER READINESS PROGRAM
100% of seniors participate in a work-based learning internship or capstone project to culminate their high school experience and become familiar with real-world applications of their intended college major. Juniors also take part in a fellowship program designed to give them hands-on, real-world experience in a professional setting. Students are challenged to go above and beyond the textbook and apply their knowledge, assisting them in narrowing down their college major—thus preparing them for college, all the way to their career.
COLLEGE SCHOLARSHIPS
Te Class of 2025 earned over $6.3 million in college scholarships. Of the 39 graduates, 95% are pursuing post-secondary education and 5% are entering the U.S. Military, one student was named a Lilly Endowment Scholarship Finalist, and 17 were recognized as Academic All-State Honorees.
HONORS DIPLOMA & INDIANA
COLLEGE CORE 30
Out of the 39 graduates in the Class of 2025, 77% earned Indiana Academic Honors Diplomas and 49% completed the Indiana College Core 30 curriculum through Ivy Tech Community College, giving them a strong foundation for college-level coursework.
GRADING SCALE
COURSES
FINE ARTS
Drawing I & II
Painting
AP Art (Drawing Portfolio)
AP Art (2-D Design Portfolio)
Ceramics
Principles of Digital Design
Student Media
Culinary Arts
Advanced Chorus (Academy Singers)
Applied Music
Private Voice & Instrumental Lessons
Instrumental Ensemble
Teatre Arts
ENGLISH
English 9
English 10
American Literature *
English Literature *
AP English Language & Composition *
AP English Literature & Composition *
WORLD LANGUAGES
Spanish I
Spanish II
Spanish III
AP Spanish
German I
German II
German III
MATHEMATICS
Finite Math *
Geometry
Algebra I
Algebra II
AP Pre-Calculus *
AP Calculus *
PHYSICAL EDUCATION
Physical Education
Health
Nutrition
Elective Physical Education
RELIGION
Christology – 9
Church History – 10
Franciscan Humanism - 11
Catholic Social Teaching World Religions
SCIENCE
Biology I
Biology II *
AP Biology *
AP Environmental Science
Plant and Soil Science
Anatomy & Physiology
Physics - Honors
Chemistry
AP Chemistry
Med Terms
Computer Foundations for a Digital Age
SOCIAL STUDIES
Economics
US Government *
US History
AP US History
Psychology *
AP Psychology
Student Resource Time
World History & Civilization
BUSINESS
Preparing for College and Careers * Principles of Entrepreneurship
Student Media
Speech *
Internship/Capstone
Fellowship
Small Business Operations
Personal Financial Responsibility Principles of Marketing
*Indicates Dual Credit Courses
TYPICAL FRESHMAN SCHEDULE
Religion 9
English 9
Algebra I or Geometry
Twister Time
Physical Education/ Health
Biology 1 or Biology 2
Foreign Language
World History
Fine/Performing Arts
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