Mission Statement
Mission Statement:
The mission of Our Lady of Victory Catholic School is to integrate Catholic truths, values and attitudes with the
intellectual, emotional, social, spiritual and physical development of our students. Our Lady of Victory Catholic School
is committed to preparing children to live in the world as caring, productive citizens, life-long learners, and witnesses of
Jesus Christ.
Philosophy:
Our Lady of Victory Catholic School is an integral component of the total educational mission of Our Lady of Victory
Parish. The fundamental purpose of the Catholic school is to teach as Jesus taught. This involves a commitment to truth,
love, and respect. In doing this, the staff of Our Lady of Victory Catholic School strives to impress the image of Jesus
upon the lives of our students and their families. Through the Christian training and growth, which Our Lady of Victory
Catholic School nourishes, a Faith Community emerges and thrives with constant care. This Faith Community inspires
the Catholic Community and society as a whole through prayer and service. While our school program is faith-oriented,
our concern for academic excellence is of paramount importance. We provide an eminently qualified staff who is
dedicated to imparting the best intellectual, moral, social, and physical direction to the students. We continually improve
and modify our instructional strategies to meet the needs of the students so they can develop their God-given talents and
live with dignity and fulfillment. We strive to prepare them for their future endeavors and their ultimate spiritual destiny
– the salvation of their souls. The disciplines, the values, and the standards at Our Lady of Victory Catholic School are
guided by the teachings of the Gospel. We believe that our program will be of great influence to each individual and to
the whole community.
Our Lady of Victory Catholic School opened in September of 1963. Education is provided for children in Preschool through Middle School. The school is affiliated with Our Lady of Victory Parish in State College and is a part of the Altoona-Johnstown Diocese. The faculty at Our Lady of Victory Catholic School consists of lay teachers who are certified by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. In addition, all members of the faculty are required to attend Diocesan Master Catechist classes and participate in on-going professional development. The selection of teachers is based upon high academic, social and spiritual values, and dedication to the ministry of teaching. Teachers must project a philosophy that is consistent with the philosophy of the school and be positive role models to the students. There are four organizations associated with Our Lady of Victory Catholic School: the School Council, the Athletic Council, the Booster Club, and the Parent Teacher Guild. As a parent/guardian, you are encouraged to join the PTG and the Booster Club and attend their meetings. School concerns may be submitted in writing to the School Council and Athletic Council and for their consideration. These organizations are governed by written by-laws which you may preview by contacting the president of either group or the school principal.