Education

The educational mission of the parish is to transmit the faith to the next generation. Our message is infused with a conviction regarding the sacred character of all reality, the dignity of every human person, the mutually informing dynamic between faith and reason, and the responsibility to care for those who are suffering most in our world. This mission takes several forms: 

Academy of Our Lady School: Sandra Prez (847) 623-4110

Built upon Catholic values, the Academy of Our Lady guarantees the spiritual and academic development of our Pre-K through 8th grade students by fostering academic excellence, spiritual formation and social responsibility.

Academia de Nuestra Señora \ Academy of Our Lady

Religious Education Program: José Coronel (847) 623-2655

The purpose of this program is to assist the parents whose children do not go to Catholic school to transmit a solid formation in the faith. We currently have 940 children enrolled in our program. Eighty catechists make this program possible.

Youth Sacramental Program: María Moreno (847) 623-2655

This program is designed to prepare children and youth for the reception of the sacraments of Eucharist and Confirmation. By means of classes and dialogue, the students continue their journey with God.

Parents’ Faith Formation Program: José Coronel (847) 623-2655

The parents whose children participate in the Religious Education Program are themselves invited to attend special sessions that are designed specifically for them so that they too can deepen their understanding and appreciation of the faith.

Formation Program for Catechists: Armida Gómez (847) 623-2655

Our parish hosts the Archdiocesan “Fostering Faith Institute” that provides potential catechists with the necessary theological and pedagogical tools for exercising this important ministry.  

SPRED (Religious Education for the Developmentally Challenged) (847) 623-2655

The goal of SPRED is to provide the best possible context for the developmentally challenged members of our community so that they can be fully integrated into the life of the parish.