Discover a school environment that supports spiritual growth, creativity, curiosity, and real friendships — all in one place.
As a parent, you want to be sure your child is seen and challenged in all the right ways. You’re wondering if they’ll be surrounded by strong values, given space to explore their talents, and supported by a community that feels like an extension of your own.
At Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic School in Glendale, those concerns are understood and built into the rhythm of our students’ daily lives. They take part in meaningful traditions, engage deeply through STREAM (Science, Technology, Religion, Engineering, and Arts), and grow in character through both quiet moments of prayer and active leadership in the classroom.
Because here at OLPH Glendale, we make it a point to see each student for who they are — and to challenge them, every day, to pursue their fullest potential.
Discover Student Life at OLPH Glendale.
a campus designed for growth
OLPH’s campus has been steadily shaped since 1950 to reflect both tradition and innovation. Students learn in dedicated spaces by grade level, moving through classrooms, creative studios, and open play areas designed to match their developmental needs.
Highlights Include:
catholic formation
At OLPH Glendale, faith inspires the flow of the day, from morning prayers to weekly Mass. Students mark the seasons of the Church through rosaries, feast day celebrations, and shared devotions. Our faith formation practices give children a steady rhythm of worship and reflection that grows with them year by year.
Practicing Faith Every Day
Students pray together in the morning, at midday with the Angelus, before meals, and at day’s end. Each classroom has a prayer corner where children pause for reflection.
Celebrating Sacraments & Traditions
Weekly Mass, monthly rosaries, and frequent opportunities for confession are part of school life. Third graders prepare for First Communion, and the community honors feast days through plays, processions, and liturgical events that bring Catholic traditions to life.
Catholic traditions include:
Leading with Faith in Community
Older students guide younger ones by hosting rosaries, serving at Mass, and taking active roles during the liturgical year. Through our various Catholic traditions and events, students practice leadership rooted in God’s truth.
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Weekly Mass, monthly rosaries, and frequent opportunities for confession are part of school life. Third graders prepare for First Communion, and the community honors feast days through plays, processions, and liturgical events that bring Catholic traditions to life.
arts, athletics, & activities
Learning stretches far beyond the classroom. Students create, compete, and collaborate in ways that help them discover their talents and connect with their community.
Exploring the Arts
At OLPH Glendale, students have space to express themselves. The art studio includes a professional kiln, giving students the chance to design ceramic projects like class-made rosaries. Music classes take place in a room built for performance, complete with mirrored walls for choir or dance practice, and instruments ranging from guitars to pianos. Seasonal programs such as the Christmas and Easter performances let students share their talents with the wider school community.
Competing and Playing in Athletics
Athletics are a proud part of OLPH Glendale student life. The campus includes indoor and outdoor courts, a spacious field for flag football and baseball, and facilities for volleyball and basketball. The school’s commitment to teamwork and discipline is reflected in its athletic successes, such as a girls’ basketball championship win that remains a proud milestone. Parent volunteers often step in as assistant coaches, creating an environment where skills and community spirit grow side by side.
Joining Activities that Inspire
Athletics are a proud part of OLPH Glendale student life. The campus includes indoor and outdoor courts, a spacious field for flag football and baseball, and facilities for volleyball and basketball. The school’s commitment to teamwork and discipline is reflected in its athletic successes, such as a girls’ basketball championship win that remains a proud milestone. Parent volunteers often step in as assistant coaches, creating an environment where skills and community spirit grow side by side.
In-Class Activities
Family & Student Activities
International Network & Summer Experiences
Student life at OLPH Glendale extends beyond the school year and even beyond the country. Through our International Network, students participate in a long-standing exchange with a partner school in South Korea. This program allows them to welcome visiting peers to Glendale and later travel abroad for a cultural and educational experience that broadens their perspective and strengthens global connections.
In addition, the summer experiences at OLPH keep students engaged and inspired outside of the traditional academic calendar. Options have included summer school in reading, math, and science, as well as clubs and hands-on projects that prepare children to start the new school year with confidence.
Events & Traditions
Life at OLPH Glendale is filled with celebrations that bring students, faculty, and families together. Our aim is to give children a sense of belonging while strengthening the community around them.
All-School Events
Throughout the year, students and families gather for school-wide events that create joy and connection. These occasions give everyone a chance to celebrate together outside of the classroom.
Highlights include:
Family Involvement
Every family contributes time on campus, helping with playground supervision, classroom projects, and athletics. Beyond volunteer hours, parents participate in community events such as the Lenten Night and seasonal celebrations, helping their children see that school life is a family commitment as much as a student one.
A Message from our Principal
Brenda Castro
PRINCIPAL
“Choosing the right school for your child is one of the most important decisions you’ll make. At OLPH Glendale, students are encouraged to grow in ways that reflect both their unique talents and our shared Catholic values. You’ll find teachers who spark curiosity and weave faith into each day, along with programs such as engineering and robotics that make learning hands-on and exciting.
Our students also serve others, learning what it means to lead with compassion. If you’re looking for a place that inspires academic excellence and forms kind, resilient learners, I invite you to come visit and see what makes OLPH such a special community.”