The name Mater Dei is a Latin word for Mother of God. Mater Dei Academy is a Catholic Educational Institution administered by the Congregation of Sister Handmaids of Charity of Saint Vincent de Paul. It was established in 1995 as a response to the pressing demands for an authentic Catholic Christian quality education, which is the main thrust of the Congregation’s educational mission as it shares in the evangelical mission of the Catholic Church.
OUR SEAL
At the center of the seal is the heart that signifies Christ’s great love that compels us to love our neighbors, manifested through enduring service and concern for others especially the poor. Above it is the flame stands for our zeal to follow the ways and teachings of Christ, radiating His light through an active life filled with the Vincentian virtues of simplicity, humility, and joyful charity.
OUR MOTTO
“Caritas Christi Urget Nos” the Charity of Christ Urges Us. This motto has moved our countless sisters to offer their lives in complete availability in the service of God’s people inspiring others to ground their life and works to the unchanging love of God.
OUR COLORS
Blue and White symbolize our devotion and adherence to the virtues and life of the Blessed Virgin Mary, the Mater Dei.
OUR DNA
Creating socially oriented leaders who constantly seek to grow and improve in a nurturing environment and service-learning opportunities.
OUR IDEAL STUDENTS
Socially driven servant leaders who actively engage in acts of compassion, justice, and solidarity, promoting a sense of social responsibility and empathy towards those in needs.
OUR PERSONALITY
Compassionate and life-giving educators
OUR PHILOSOPHY
We believe that education is a powerful tool for social transformation, empowering students with Christian ideals and values, knowledge and critical thinking skills necessary to analyze and address societal issues and advocate for peace and the dignity of all individuals.
OUR EMOTIONS
Inclusion, positivity, esteemed, gratitude and compassion
OUR PROMISE
The only school that creates an inclusive, experiential learning in a nurturing environment where students develop a deep sense of God and learn to be compassionate, ethical, and responsible individuals who positively contribute to their communities.
OUR VISION
Mater Dei Academy is a Christ-centered community inspired by a Marian Spirituality impelled towards the full realization of every child’s potential in Christ to be men and women for others.
OUR MISSION
Anchored in one’s faith in God and in man’s dignity, MDA is committed:
1. To develop socially oriented servant leaders with an ardent desire to uplift and empower the poor, the weak and the marginalized.
2. To prepare learners to become world-ready, equipped with skills and competencies for university and career success through relevant, innovative and applied learning.
3. To provide accelerated preparatory curriculum that focuses on mathematics, science, and technology.
4. To engage in environmental service projects in order to create and maintain healthy environments for learning and living.
5. To be partners in transforming homes into Basic Ecclesial Communities (BEC) where the child’s intellectual and moral formation is shaped according to Gospel values.
THE MARIAN IDENTITY
A Marian is… Inclusive – who embraces diversity and ensures that all individuals, regardless of their background, abilities, or identities, feel welcomed, respected, and included within the school community. Positive – who radiates positivity in their interactions with others and exhibit kindness, empathy, and encouragement, uplifting those around him/her, fostering a supportive and uplifting atmosphere. Strong sense of self-worth – who possesses confidence, self-love and a deep appreciation for his/her own value as a child of God; deeply motivated and engaged, setting high standards for oneself and works diligently to achieve one’s goals. Grateful – who possesses a deep sense of appreciation and thankfulness for the opportunities, experiences, and support one received in life and within the school community. He/she recognizes and appreciates the blessings and kindness received but also actively seeks opportunities to share those blessings with others. The heart is filled with gratitude, and that gratitude fuels a spirit of generosity, kindness, and selflessness. Compassionate – who radiates empathy, kindness, and a genuine concern for the well-being of others; he/she is nonjudgmental and accepting, recognizing the inherent dignity and worth of every individual rooted in his/her understanding of God’s love for humanity.
