Freshmen Guide

Freshmen Orientation Day #1 (Students AND Parents)

Friday, August 7, 2026 

Student Schedule
9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. — SHINE Crew
12:00–1:00 p.m. — Frosh Family Mass
1:10–2:00 p.m. — Family Picnic Lunch
2:00–3:00 p.m. — Optional Self-Guided Tour
3:00–8:00 p.m. — Sisterhood Extravaganza

Parent/Guardian Schedule
10:00–11:00 a.m. — Coffee Social & Help Desk
11:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. — Parent Orientation Presentation
12:00–1:00 p.m. — Mass
1:10–2:00 p.m. — Family Picnic Lunch (Lunch will be provided. RSVP details shared in July.)
2:00–3:00 p.m. — Optional Self-Guided Tour

Note: While optional, we strongly encourage at least one parent/guardian to attend the orientation program.

Freshmen Orientation Day #2 (Students Only)

Monday, August 10, 2026

8:30 a.m. — Frosh Class Pictures & Class Meeting
10:30–10:45 a.m. — Break
10:50–11:30 a.m. — Rotation #1: SHINE
11:35 a.m.–12:15 p.m. — Rotation #2: MISSION
12:15–12:45 p.m. — Lunch
12:50–1:30 p.m. — Rotation #3: TECH

Students should wear their formal uniform. Attendance is required.

Keep your family organized with important dates and milestones for the 2026–2027 school year.

August 7 & 10, 2026 — Frosh Orientation
August 11, 2026 — First Day of School
August 13, 2026 — Parent Back to School Night
October 9, 2026 — PSAT (Grades 9–11)
November 20, 2026 — Grandparents’ Day
November 23–27, 2026 — Thanksgiving Break
December 14–17, 2026 — Final Exams (Mandatory Attendance)
December 18, 2026 – January 3, 2027 — Christmas Break
January 4–8, 2027 — Retreat Week (Mandatory Attendance)
January 11, 2027 — Start of Second Semester
March 25 – April 4, 2027 — Easter Break
May 20 & 24–26, 2027 — Final Exams (Mandatory Attendance)

To help your daughter start the school year smoothly, please upload all required documents to your PowerSchool account by July 15, 2026.

1. Birth Certificate or Passport
   All incoming students must submit a copy of their birth certificate or passport.
2. Immunization Records
   State law requires that current immunization records be on file by the first day of school. California law also requires that all students entering grades 7–12 provide proof of the Tdap booster vaccination. Please ensure your daughter’s record includes this documentation.
3. Physical Exam
   The physical exam is a separate requirement and must be completed in order for your daughter to participate in Physical Education classes and OLP Athletics.
   • Must be completed by a licensed MD or DO
   • Must be dated June 2026 or later

For assistance with uploading documents, please contact [email protected].

Please check back on June 1, when textbook information becomes available.

OLP partners with Follett for convenient textbook purchasing, including rental and used options.

• Bookstore opens June 1
• Follett Store: https://www.bkstr.com/academyofourladypeacestore

Families may also purchase textbooks elsewhere using ISBN numbers to ensure correct editions.

Empowering Girls Through Technology

OLP strives to develop mastery of 21st-century skills in each student in order that she becomes an engaged agent of change in our global society. Technology plays a critical role in the way we collaborate and communicate in that same world. OLP requires that all students have access to the tools of the 21st-century via a mobile device. With respect to OLP’s mission and the economic diversity of our families, OLP does not mandate the specific device each student uses, but rather, has adopted a “Bring Your Own Device” (BYOD) policy that outlines recommended and minimum specifications for whatever device a family chooses.

This policy and practice guide the use of interactive instruction and learning that connects our students more meaningfully to the world outside and, just as effectively, to the world outside the classroom.

Operating System Requirements

Students must have a device running one of the following operating systems:

Windows

• Windows 11 (Home or Pro)
• Not supported: Windows 10 or Windows 11 S Mode

Mac

• MacOS 26 Tahoe (recommended)
• MacOS 15 Sequoia (minimum)
• Note: Apple typically supports the two most recent operating systems

Chromebook

• ChromeOS version 147 or later recommended

Important Notes

• iPads are not supported as a primary device due to incompatibility with several programs used daily by students.
• Students and families are responsible for installing the latest operating system updates. These updates often include important security patches and improvements to performance and reliability.

General Hardware Recommendations

• Screen Size:  13” recommended  (11” minimum)
• Wi-Fi  802.11ax or later recommended (802.11x/ac minimum)
• Battery Life  6+ hours recommended   (4 hrs. minimum)
• Physical keyboard (due to incompatibilies with on-screen or virtual keyboards)
• System Age:  No more than four years old and must meet OS requirements.

Uniform Guidelines

Our uniform helps create a respectful, focused learning environment and reflects the pride we take in being part of the OLP sisterhood. Students are expected to wear the uniform neatly, appropriately, and in alignment with school guidelines.

You can shop approved uniform items through Colours Uniforms.

Blouses & Polos:

• The all-white, tailored uniform blouse (long or short sleeve) must have a button-down front and collar.
• White, navy, or gray polo shirts with the OLP logo may also be worn. If worn, undershirts must match the color of the outer shirt.

Pants: Colours uniform pants include: charcoal Track Trouser, gray Campus Chino, or black twill joggers.

Skirts & Shorts:

• Approved skirts include pleated styles in gray, navy, or blue plaid.
• Uniform shorts include gray pleated trouser shorts or navy campus chino shorts.

Length: Must fall no higher than 3 inches above the knee. Skirts must be worn at the waist and fully fastened.

Socks & Tights:

• Solid white, navy, gray, or black socks only.
• Navy or black tights or fitted leggings may be worn under skirts.

Shoes:

• All shoes must be all black (including athletic shoes), with a soft sole and back or back strap.
• Heels/soles may not exceed 1 inch.
• White soles, laces, or small accents are permitted.

Sweaters: Only Colours sweaters with the OLP insignia (cardigan, pullover, or vest) may be worn for formal uniform.

Sweatshirts: Only OLP-approved spirit wear, athletic, or club sweatshirts may be worn—and only on non-formal uniform days.

Jackets/Outerwear: Approved items include: black puffer jackets or vests, navy fleece varsity jacket, navy blazer, and OLP athletic jackets.

Grooming Guidelines

• Hair must be neat, clean, and a natural color (one consistent shade)
• Makeup, hairstyles, and jewelry should be moderate and in good taste
• Only ear piercings are permitted (maximum of two per ear)
• Tattoos are not allowed

The school reserves the right to determine whether a student is appropriately dressed and groomed.

Living Faith in Action

Grounded in the CSJ charism of unifying love, each student at OLP is invited to live her faith in action by serving the dear neighbor without distinction and responding to the needs of our world.

Serving the Dear Neighbor

Serving the dear neighbor in a spirit of “unifying love” is at the heart of the CSJ mission and, therefore, the heart of the OLP mission. Each student is called to be a loving disciple, serving others with compassion and purpose. As a member of the OLP community, she is encouraged to engage in Christian service, striving to bring about justice and love in the world, as Jesus modeled. Service at OLP is grounded in the belief that every person is created with innate worth and dignity. Students have access to a wide variety of local service opportunities, along with educational justice immersions that address a broad range of social justice issues both locally and globally.

Guidelines for Service

OLP does not require mandatory service hours for graduation. Instead, this philosophy encourages and celebrates a thriving culture of voluntary service rooted in authentic compassion. Students are invited to serve through a genuine desire to engage with the dear neighbor, both locally and globally. She will be encouraged to serve in connection with her Theology classes, and students who truly embody this commitment are recognized and celebrated within the school community.

Service Opportunities at OLP

Throughout the year, OLP Campus Ministry offers a wide range of service experiences. Opportunities are shared through Campus Ministry Instagram and Schoology pages, Theology classes, the weekly bulletin, and morning PTV announcements. Educational justice immersions are also available, offering students meaningful opportunities to deepen their understanding of social justice issues and their role in creating change.

Masses at OLP

Gathering as a community to celebrate the Catholic Mass provides meaningful opportunities for each student to grow in her understanding of the faith, experience inspiring liturgies, and connect with others. OLP warmly welcomes students from all faith traditions, including those with no faith background. While all students are required to respectfully attend the monthly all-school Mass, each student may choose how she participates based on her personal faith background and the teachings of the Catholic Church. Optional Masses are celebrated in the Chapel on the first and third Tuesdays of each month at 7:15 a.m., and students are invited to serve in a variety of roles.

Campus Ministry

Campus Ministry plays a central role in guiding the OLP faith community in living out the ideals of Jesus in the Catholic tradition. With a shared commitment to love and service, Campus Ministry fosters leadership development and invites each student to grow as a faith-filled leader. Students and faculty collaborate to facilitate retreats, plan liturgies, organize justice awareness initiatives, and serve communities both locally in San Diego and around the world.