Our Patroness
Our Lady of Mercy,
Teach us your ways and
lead us to Jesus.
Amen
The patroness and titular head of the School is Our Lady of Mercy, one of the many titles accorded to the Blessed Virgin Mary. Among Catholics, this special designation refers to Mary’s distinct role as intercessor and mediator who implores the divine favor of God who is the Source of all goodness and mercy. Since the establishment of OLMS in 1997, the School community has continued to rely on its patroness for guidance, protection, and inspiration in fulfilling the school’s responsibility and mission. The feast day of Our Lady of Mercy is celebrated every 24th of September.
Founders
Bayani L. C. Reyes
Founder
1921 - 2001
Iluminada B. Reyes
Foundress
1922 - 2016
Brief History
Our Lady of Mercy School (OLMS) of Quezon City is a private Catholic school dedicated to the holistic development of the youth in the community. It offers K to 12 Basic Education curriculum for boys and girls.
Founded and registered with the Securities and Exchange Commission in 1996 by Dr. Bayani L.C. Reyes, the School was born out of grateful acknowledgement for the blessings received by Dr. Reyes and his family.
In June 1997, Our Lady of Mercy School of Quezon City opened its door to the education and development of children, with a commitment to guide its students in the pursuit of excellence and to inculcate among them a sincere desire to cultivate intellectual, social, emotional, physical and spiritual growth.
The School was awarded recognition by the Department of Education (Deped) for its Pre-school and Elementary courses in 1999, and for its Secondary Course in 2004.
Consecrated and offered to our Lady of Mercy, the School, its Board of Trustees, Administration, Faculty and Staff continually work and seek to reach a level of excellence in its teaching programs and eventually earn a place among the most prestigious Catholic schools in Metro Manila.
Philosophy
Our Lady of Mercy School of Quezon City believes in education that is transformational, holistic, and Christ-centered. The School produces life-long learners who are intellectually and socially competent, as well as morally and spiritually upright.
Vision
The vision of Our Lady of Mercy School of Quezon City is to form well-rounded individuals and members of society by molding them into responsive and Catholic Christians.
Mission
The Institution fulfills its educational goals in cooperation with the members of the school community by:
· Creating a home for learning that nurtures the value of truth, peace,justice and integrity of creation;
· Producing learners who are critical thinkers with a strong sense of personal, moral, social, and spiritual responsibility; and
· Dedicating itself to the development of quality and responsible graduates in this globally competitive world
School Seal
The School Seal is a symbol that all members of the school community should know, understand, and reserve with pride and affection.
The School Seal consists of the following five (5) elements with their respective meanings:
1) Our Lady of Mercy
As model and patroness, the Blessed Virgin Mary stands at the center of the seal to emphasize her key and central role in our community and lives.
2) 1996
The year 1996 refers to the year that the School was founded by Dr. Bayani L.C. Reyes and his family.
3) Inner Circle
The full inner circle symbolizes the unity and oneness of all creation as a handiwork of God Himself, its divine Origin.
4) Five Stars
Through quality education, values formation, and character development; OLMS endeavors to inculcate the following five (5) virtues and values among in all levels of its community:
a. Love
A focus to love God, country, and fellowmen in keeping with our individual responsibilities as good Christians, Filipinos, and members of humanity
b. Integrity of Creation
A call to live in harmony and balance with God’s creation by respecting and caring for its well-being
c. Hope
A special emphasis on one of the three (3) theological virtues that moves and encourages us to seek God in the midst of our struggle towards good
d. Faith
Another theological virtue that allows us to believe in God’s word and truth, as well as the dogmas and teachings of the Catholic Church, that are beyond our understanding
e. Justice and Peace
A set of standards that promotes the Catholic Church’s social teaching of building inclusive communities and equal access to opportunities, regardless of color or geography
Alma Mater Song
HAIL LADY OF MERCY
Hail, Lady of Mercy!
Beloved Alma Mater
From hallowed halls of learning
Thy lessons are enduring.
Hail, Lady of Mercy!
Be thou our guide along life's road
As children of one God above
We'll Strive to live with faith and love.
REFRAIN 1:
May God grant we'll always be
Faithful to thy name
Rememb'ring all that you stand for
Now and evermore
Hail, Lady of Mercy!
Let Mary show the way to Christ
In all that life may lead us through
We'll seek God's wisdom through and through.
REFRAIN 2:
Thy knowledge that you impart
We shall strive to keep
We'll live like Christ for other men
Time and time again.
(Repeat Refrain 1)
Words and Music by: Martin Diaz Tañedo