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OLM fosters academic excellence through self-confidence, cultural literacy, and social awareness, enhanced by state-of-the-art tools. It operates in a small, inclusive community where each student receives individualized attention and socioemotional support. The divisions emphasize critical thinking and creativity, with Middle School collaborative learning for a global perspective and High School personal pathways, growth, and preparation for Brazil and the rest of the world. Students are prepared to navigate a rapidly evolving, globalized world through collaborative learning and personal pathways.
OLM's arts program encompasses music, visual arts, and theater, with a hands-on approach that immerses students in the history of each discipline. The arts provide a vital platform for children to express their voice and make choices, promoting self-confidence, cultural literacy, and social awareness. The program also features annual showcases, including a musical and an art exhibition.
Fluent teachers help students learn English accurately and naturally. The school hosts an International Festival and other cultural events that celebrate the community's diverse heritage. English language learning is supported within the school's teaching framework, alongside its emphasis on cultural literacy in the curriculum. These elements reflect OLM's global outlook.
OLM offers an After School Activities Program providing a safe, supportive, and enriching environment after regular school hours, with a variety of activities including arts and sports. The Lancers engage in interscholastic events and a student-led Booster Club that supports teams and activities across athletics, arts, technology, and mathematics. The school also fosters community through events such as the Parish Fair, International Festival, Halloween, Festa Junina, and STEAM Fair.
The Parents and Teachers Association brings together representatives from each grade and teachers, meeting monthly to promote a strong community and support school initiatives. Lancers embody empathy, equity, and excellence, striving to serve and lead while representing the school with pride. The school hosts events such as the Parish Fair, International Festival, STEAM Fair, and an annual musical production that bring families together.
Being a Lancer means embodying empathy, equity, and excellence, with a focus on leadership across academics, athletics, and community involvement. OLMS Booster Club is student-led and raises funds for Lancers' teams and school initiatives across athletics, arts, technology, and mathematics. The PTA and Booster Club provide structured opportunities for student and parent leadership.
OLM emphasizes well-being through balanced, healthy meals designed to support students' physical and mental health, with menus that provide healthy options and respect dietary needs. The After School Activities Program provides a safe, supportive environment after school hours, contributing to students' physical and social well-being. The school offers a holistic 360-degree approach to education that includes attention to emotional intelligence and overall well-being.
Our Lady of Mercy School Rio (OLM Rio) is a Catholic American school serving students aged 2 to 18 in Botafogo, Rio de Janeiro. Founded in 1951 and staffed by the Our Lady of Mercy Society, the school combines an American and Brazilian curriculum with accreditation from Cognia and ICA. Early years follow IEYC with a play-based preschool that includes a robust phonics program, while elementary education uses thematic, project-based learning and quarterly learning celebrations. Middle School emphasizes critical thinking and interdisciplinary exploration, supported by field trips. High School offers AP courses including AP Capstone, together with Model United Nations, ENEM preparation, and college counseling; graduation requires 100 hours of volunteering. The Learning Resource Center coordinates student support, with a GPA system for grades 9-12 and annual PASS surveys. Campus facilities include 24/7 security, a nurse, cafeteria, and learning spaces; a PTA and student leadership structures foster community and engagement.
