ACCREDITATION

Our Lady of Mercy School is fully accredited by Western Catholic Educational Association (WCEA) and

Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC). 

The Preschool is fully licensed by the State of California (Facility License #414002868).

ADDRESS

7 Elmwood Drive, Daly City, CA  94015

Office:  (650) 756-3395        Fax:  (650) 756-5872

Website:  olmbulldogs.com

  https://www.facebook.com/olmbulldogs/

ADMINISTRATION

Reverend Domingo Orimaco, Pastor

Mr. Jeffrey Burgos, Principal

Mr. Joseph Ryan, Assistant Principal

Ms. Julie Picardal, Preschool Director

FACULTY AND STAFF

Classroom Teachers, Instructional Aides; Resource Director; School Counselor; Technology Director; Librarian;

PE and Athletic Director; Music Instructor; Choir Director; Band Instructor; Director of Religious Education;

Movement Dance; Drama Instructor; Office Managers; Extended Care Staff; Preschool Staff; and Facility Manager.

STUDENTS

Our school community reflects the rich cultural and ethnic diversity of the Bay Area represented by Filipino,

other Asian, Euro-American and African American traditions.

EXTENDED CARE

It is an on-site school operated program of before and/or after school care, supervision, and enrichment,

which serves exclusively the students, K-8th, who are enrolled as a regular students at OLM.

Opens at 7:00 am to 7:50 am and Dismissal at the end of the day is 6:00 pm.  Separate enrollment required.

PRESCHOOL

Sister Claire's Preschool provides a nurturing environment in which children can grow and develop at their own pace,

establishing a positive self image, and a sense of responsibility and independence. 

Tours are available by appointment.

CURRICULUM

The curriculum derives its strength from the California State Standards, Guidelines of the Archdiocese of San Francisco,

and National Common Core Standards.  Our entire program academic and social, is deeply rooted on our Catholic Faith tradition;

it advocates awareness of and respect for the rich cultural and spiritual diversity of our community and of our world.

FACILITIES

 Our facilities include well-maintained buildings and classrooms, a 7,000 volume computer-automated library,

12 portable laptop carts, a multi-purpose hall, a large, fenced schoolyard with

fulltime security, and an extended care facility. In 2009 the school completed its rewiring project and

purchased two servers to establish the school's first network.

The entire campus, including our church hall, is wirelessly connected.

PARENT TEACHER ORGANIZATION "PTO"

Parents are our VIPs (very involved people).  There are participation requirements.

SCHOOLSPEAK

Our school's use of this web technology makes everyday tasks easier for our teachers, parents, students and administrators. 

Schoolspeak helps us focus on personalized online communication and improved parent involvement.

SchoolSpeak brings all solutions under a single login - online communication, student information, secure portal, attendance,

grade book, report cards, homework, announcements, calendars, email, text messaging, lunch ordering, online store, payments, online emergency forms, volunteer signup, emergency notification and more.

TOUR INFORMATION

Tours are available at 9:15 on Tuesdays through Thursday during school days. 

Special events are advertised as they approach.

TUITION AND FEES

Current tuition rates are:  $8,200 per year for one child, $14,530 for two children, and $20,300 for three or more. 

Application fee is $50.00 and registration fee

is $450.00 per student.  Preschool is based on schedule of attendance.

FINANCIAL AID

Grants are available through the Archdiocese of San Francisco and The Basic Fund. 

The school has a limited financial grant program.

PROGRAMS

                              ACADEMIC ENRICHMENT                                           WELLNESS AND FITNESS

                       Spelling Bee, Bible Bee, Geography Bee, Computer                            Physical Education, Boys/Girls Volleyball,

                         Class, Resource Center and Library                                                  Boys/Girls Basketball, Fun Run, Baseball K-8th

                                                                                                                                   CYO Outdoor Environmental Education

                                                                                                                                      Camp/Retreat

                 ARTS AND CULTURE                                     RELIGIOUS CELEBRATION

                  Drama Club, Band, Concert Choir, Ukulele Club,                                  St. Francis' Blessing of the Animals, 

                Art In Action, Safety Patrols, Visual Arts,                                             Advent Wreath BlessingSt. Nick's Celebration, 

                 Speech Club,  Class Fieldtrip, Carnival,                                               Christmas Program, May Crowning, 

                and Chinese New Year Celebration                                                 First Communion/Reconciliation, Confirmation