Our Lady of Mercy Catholic School - Potomac, MD

Our Lady of Mercy Catholic School - Potomac, MD Faith, Integrity, Academic Excellence Why choose Our Lady of Mercy Catholic School?

Mercy fosters the spiritual, academic, social and physical development of students. Mercy students attend weekly Mass, receive preparation for sacraments, and are aware of the call to witness Gospel values and serve others. Mercy is an inclusive environment that recognizes a child’s individual learning needs. Mercy provides enrichment opportunities to motivate, challenge and enlighten students. Me

rcy has dedicated Faculty who hold advanced degrees, are current in best educational practices and understand the needs of the whole child. Mercy has character education integrated in classroom instruction and daily life of the school. Mercy offers integrated learning opportunities through the use of current technology and the research process. Mercy places emphasis on the writing process in Kindergarten through Grade 8, including a school-wide Writing Portfolio Program

Mercy encourages parents to be actively involved in their child's education and in Our Lady of Mercy parish. Mercy offers a program fostering curiosity and the love of learning to ensure every child reaches his or her potential.

Welcome to the new school year! As we begin the new year, we’re reminded that Mercy is more than a place — it’s a commu...
08/31/2026

Welcome to the new school year! As we begin the new year, we’re reminded that Mercy is more than a place — it’s a community, a family, and a home where each of you is known, supported, and encouraged to become the best version of yourself.
Whether you’re returning to familiar hallways or stepping onto campus for the very first time, we’re so grateful you’re here. Here’s to meaningful moments, lasting friendships, and a year filled with growth, joy, and plenty of Mercy memories. 🐾

More Mercy Magic coming to a yard near you! There is nothing quite like the excitement of seeing that Mercy welcome sig...
08/28/2026

More Mercy Magic coming to a yard near you! There is nothing quite like the excitement of seeing that Mercy welcome sign land in a new student's front yard. Thank you to our amazing Angel families for sharing the Mercy spirit and making our newest members feel right at home.

Our wonderful Angel Families have been busy the last few weeks spreading school spirit! They are placing special "Welcom...
08/26/2026

Our wonderful Angel Families have been busy the last few weeks spreading school spirit! They are placing special "Welcome to Mercy" signs in the front yards of our new students. We are so excited to officially welcome you and your families to the Mercy community. Get ready for an amazing year ahead!

The excitement continues to build as we near completion of the new turf field!
08/25/2026

The excitement continues to build as we near completion of the new turf field!

07/30/2026

The mysterious roaring noises coming from Mercy’s campus are not from our mascot Leo the Lion (although he IS sad the students are not around). It is the heavy machinery working to bring our long awaited turf field to life!

06/04/2026

Watch as Leo the Lion takes on one final challenge! Summer break here we come! ☀️🦁

Congratulations Mercy Class of 2026! Watching these students grow in faith, knowledge, and character has been our absol...
06/03/2026

Congratulations Mercy Class of 2026! Watching these students grow in faith, knowledge, and character has been our absolute privilege. We pray for God’s continued guidance and blessings as they embark on their high school journey!

Spotlight on Harue!High School: St. John’s College HSFavorite Mercy Memory: Reading Mr. Sharp’s goodby poem on Mercy L...
06/03/2026

Spotlight on Harue!
High School: St. John’s College HS
Favorite Mercy Memory: Reading Mr. Sharp’s goodby poem on Mercy Live, Mr. Sharp getting us donuts, Christmas Carol field trip
Faculty Shout-Out: Mr. Palumbo, Coach McKernie, Mrs. White, Coach Knecht, and Mr. Sharp
Tradition You’ll Miss Most: 7/8 grade lunch and the Christmas party
3 Things You Can’t Live Without: Spotify, my paperback edition of “The Odyssey” and Mac n’ Cheese
Congratulations Harue! We are so proud of you!

Spotlight on Sarah!High School: Academy of the Holy CrossFavorite Mercy Memory: The Baltimore Aquarium field trip. I ...
06/03/2026

Spotlight on Sarah!
High School: Academy of the Holy Cross
Favorite Mercy Memory: The Baltimore Aquarium field trip. I made fun of a strange looking fish. Turns out it was dead. I touched a jellyfish!
Faculty Shout-Out: Mr. McKernie’s humor and sardonic attitude, Mr.Palumbo’s talks and discussion of real world events, Mrs. White’s room and rants and being a great teacher.
Tradition You’ll Miss Most: The band performance. Every winter I always look forward to the band play.
3 Things You Can’t Live Without: Art supplies, music with headphones, my closest friends
Congratulations Sarah! We are so proud of you!

Spotlight on Ashley!High School: Academy of the Holy CrossFavorite Mercy Memory: Hershey Park, all field trips and Fie...
06/03/2026

Spotlight on Ashley!
High School: Academy of the Holy Cross
Favorite Mercy Memory: Hershey Park, all field trips and Field Day; Mr. Miller’s Friday song, Mr. Palumbo playing random music, reading outside with Mrs. White, and Mrs. McDonough’s chocolate covered strawberries.
Faculty Shout-Out: Mr. Miller, Mr. Palumbo, Ms. Courtney, Mrs. McDonough, Mrs. Patterson, Mrs. White, Mrs. Coan, Mrs. Thomas, Nurse Williams
Tradition You’ll Miss Most: Field Day, Yearbook Swap 7/8, Christmas Party, Christmas Carol Field Trip
3 Things You Can’t Live Without: Lunch, sleep, friends, and Art
Congratulations Ashley! We are so proud of you!

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Potomac, MD
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