Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Catholic College Prep School for Young Women
Our Lady Of Tepeyac has been empowering young women through Catholic education since 1927. As a college preparatory institution rooted in the Little Village community, we provide a multicultural educational experience that develops each student's intellectual and spiritual potential. Our mission prioritizes learning linked to faith, family, and community, serving students from diverse socioeconomic backgrounds regardless of ability to pay.With 96% of students from families below the poverty line, we offer scholarships, small class sizes, and personalized support to ensure academic success. Our graduates achieve 100% college acceptance while maintaining strong connections to their cultural heritage and community values.
Services
College Preparatory Curriculum
Athletic Programs
Spiritual Development
Community Service Initiatives
Scholarship Programs
Details
- Year established: 1927
Highlights and features
- We offer 100% college acceptance with personalized college readiness programs
- Our small class sizes ensure individualized academic support and mentorship
- We serve diverse socioeconomic backgrounds with need-based financial assistance
- Our community-focused education integrates faith, family, and cultural heritage
- We maintain strong alumnae networks for lifelong professional and personal connections
What people say
Empowering environment
College readiness
Supportive teachers
Strong community
Lifelong friendships
Services
College Preparatory Curriculum
Our college preparatory curriculum provides rigorous academic training with four years of religion, English, and mathematics. Students engage in critical thinking and spiritual development through structured coursework and community service requirements. The program emphasizes personalized learning with small class sizes and dedicated faculty support.
Athletic Programs
Our athletic programs develop character through team sports including volleyball, basketball, soccer, and softball. Participation requirements ensure academic eligibility while promoting values of teamwork, discipline, and sportsmanship. The $100 per sport fee covers uniforms and transportation for interscholastic competitions.
Spiritual Development
Spiritual development programs include retreats, campus ministry, and service hours integrated into the curriculum. Students participate in Kairos retreats and religious coursework that emphasize faith-based leadership and community responsibility. These programs cultivate spiritual growth alongside academic achievement.
Community Service Initiatives
Community service initiatives require students to complete service hours as part of their religious education. Programs connect students with local organizations while emphasizing social justice and civic responsibility. These experiences reinforce the school's mission of community engagement and service-oriented leadership.
Scholarship Programs
Scholarship programs and financial aid options make Catholic education accessible to families with demonstrated need. Partnerships with organizations like the Big Shoulders Fund provide tuition assistance while maintaining academic standards. These programs support our commitment to serving diverse socioeconomic backgrounds.
People
Mrs. Thompson
President
Mrs. Thompson leads with a vision for empowering young women through Catholic education. She emphasizes student support systems and academic excellence while maintaining strong community connections. Her leadership focuses on developing students' intellectual and spiritual potential.
Natalie Ramirez
Director of Admissions
As a 2017 alumna, Natalie Ramirez brings firsthand experience to admissions leadership. She connects prospective students with school opportunities while highlighting the benefits of all-girls education. Her approach emphasizes personal guidance for families navigating the admissions process.
Diana Rodriguez
Director of Family Engagement
Diana Rodriguez fosters family connections as a 2007 graduate. She builds community partnerships and supports family involvement in student success. Her work strengthens the school's commitment to family-centered education and cultural heritage.
Lily De La Luz
Vice President of Mission
Lily De La Luz '06 oversees mission alignment and alumnae relations. She maintains institutional values while connecting graduates to current students. Her leadership ensures continuity between the school's history and future development.
Stephanie Ruiz
Alumna Success Story
Stephanie Ruiz '22 exemplifies student success through the Posse Foundation Scholarship. She represents the school's commitment to first-generation college students and environmental leadership. Her achievements demonstrate the effectiveness of college readiness programs.
Questions
What makes Tepeyac's all-girls education unique?
Our all-girls environment fosters confidence and leadership through personalized attention, single-gender pedagogy, and sisterhood culture that empowers female students to excel academically and personally.
How does the school support college preparation?
We provide college counseling, ACT preparation, scholarship guidance, and 100% college acceptance rates through personalized academic planning and college readiness programs.
Are scholarships available for families?
Yes, we offer need-based financial aid, outside scholarships, and Big Shoulders Fund partnerships to make Catholic education accessible to qualified students from diverse backgrounds.
What extracurricular activities are offered?
We provide sports teams, National Honor Society, student government, cultural clubs, and service organizations that develop leadership skills and community engagement.
How does the school involve families?
We maintain family engagement through parent portals, community events, service hours requirements, and direct communication channels with faculty and staff.
What community service requirements exist?
Service hours are integrated into religious education, with opportunities for local engagement that emphasize social justice, civic responsibility, and spiritual growth.
