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2025

Musical Production / Backstage Presentation

The backstage team for the upcoming production of The Wizard of Oz delivered a presentation to the Musical Theatre group. The presentation covered the main roles and responsibilities of a backstage crew and showcased the key set and costume design concepts currently being developed for the show. This initiative successfully highlighted the vital creative and collaborative work happening behind the scenes.

2025 | Middle School

Middle School National Tournament

The Middle School teams successfully participated in the inaugural MS AASB National Tournament, which brought together student-athletes from American schools across Brazil for a week of competition, learning, and personal development.

2025 | Elementary School

Electronic Circuit Project

Our 2nd Grade students engaged in a hands-on project to explore electricity by building their own electronic circuits. Using components such as a motor, wires, a switch, and a battery, the students gained an understanding of cause and effect and built confidence with real tools as they experimented with connecting the components and observing how electricity powered the motor and other elements.
November 2025

Thanksgiving

During Thanksgiving, we are reminded of the importance of cultivating a thankful heart. We truly have much to be grateful for – our community, our families, our students, and the countless blessings we receive each day.

October 2025

Halloween

Halloween at OLM was a great success – with amazing costumes, a thrilling magic show, dancing, and entertainment featuring famous characters!
2025 | Nursery

World of Plants

Nursery students made amazing discoveries about the fascinating world of plants, learning that they not only beautify our surroundings but also nourish us and can even inspire our art!
2025 | Elementary School

From Seeds to Survivors

Our 3rd Grade students embarked on an inspiring journey to answer the question: How can we, as entomologists, educate younger students about the fascinating lives of insects and spiders? Throughout October, they created comics and informative posters on the topic and are now finalizing their oral presentations to share with younger peers.

2025 | Middle School

From Farm to Table

This term, Middle School students engaged in hands-on learning experiences, highlighted by the 5th Grade’s visit to Le Canton, where they investigated the journey of food from farm to table.
2025 | High School

Augmented and Virtual Reality Workshop

High School students in Digital Technologies, AI & Careers took part in a PUC-led workshop, where they experienced Augmented and Virtual Reality hands-on, bringing classroom learning to life in a fun, engaging, and interactive way.
2025 | High School

Bands at the Quermesse

The High School bands Special Report and Pretty Loud brought great energy to the School Quermesse! We also had the valuable contribution of the Staff Band, featuring Mr. Lucas Machado (Music), Ms. Keroll (English), Mr. Fábio (Maintenance), Mr. Cristiano (Science Support), and Mr. Lucas Amaral (Science).Their performances showcased talent, teamwork, and joy, making the celebration even more vibrant and memorable.

2025 | Middle School

Middle School Ceramics

Students explored modeling and glazing in ceramics, developing technical skills and creativity. The project results in original pieces that reflect personal expression and an appreciation for creative craftsmanship.

2025 | Elementary School

5th Grade Drama

In 5th Grade Drama classes, costumes play a central role in the creative process. Using the clothing pieces and accessories available in the Drama room, students assemble costumes that become the foundation for imagining characters and inventing narratives.

2025 | Junior Kinder

World Artists

Our Junior Kinder children explored the fascinating world of famous artists from all over the globe. Together, they have discovered that an artist is someone who loves to paint, draw, and imagine exciting adventures, filling their paper with color and life.
2025 | Elementary School

OBMEP Mirim

Twenty-five brave mathematicians from 4th Grade embarked on a new challenge – taking part in the OBMEP Mirim, the Brazilian Mathematics Olympiad for younger students by IMPA (Instituto de Matemática Pura e Aplicada), when they tackled intriguing math word-problems, which require critical thinking and logical reasoning.

2025 | Middle School

micro:bit

Sixth graders started to use micro:bit microcontrollers so they can learn about sensors and data input.
2025 | High School

Vestibulares – Humanas

The elective course Vestibulares – Humanas has many enrolled students, and we have already started with a focus on the ENEM and PUC-Rio exams.

May 24th 2025

Alumni Brunch

On May 24, the Alumni Brunch brought together former students for a special morning filled with reunions, fond memories, and meaningful conversations.

A warm atmosphere and a thoughtfully prepared brunch created the perfect setting to celebrate the lasting bonds that continue to unite our School community. The event also highlighted the value of each individual’s journey at OLM, keeping the connection with our shared history alive.

May 2025

Blood Donation Day

On Blood Donation Day at OLM, our community came together in an important partnership with Hemocione and Hemorio. In addition to raising awareness about the ongoing need for blood in hospitals, the event reinforced the values of solidarity and empathy that guide our community.
2025

STEAM Fair

OLM’s STEAM Fair was nothing short of inspiring. The depth of research, creativity, and critical thinking displayed in the Elementary and Middle School projects truly embodied the spirit of STEAM – Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics – in action.

2025

From the Universe to My Neighborhood: Exploring with Google Tools

This quarter, 3rd Grade students embarked on a digital geography journey through the project My Neighborhood. Using Google Earth, Maps, and Street View, they explored their place in the world—from the planet to their local surroundings.

April 2025

Easter Celebration

Easter, the most sacred celebration in the Catholic faith, marks Christ’s victory over sin and death. For our School and Parish, it’s a time of joy, renewal, and hope, reminding us to live with faith, love, and purpose. We teach our students that Easter is a living reality, that brings hope, comfort, and mercy to others.

April 2025

Peter Pan Musical

The Peter Pan musical last month was an inspiring event. It showcased the remarkable growth and dedication of students throughout this significant project, which involved more than 80 students from three divisions and nearly 40 staff members!

2025 | Pre-School

Senior Kinder: Animal Lovers

Our Senior Kinder children embarked on a heartfelt animal rescue mission around the School, helping, among others, a muddy dog. Inspired by their acts of compassion, they created their own vet clinic to care for animals with love and teamwork. Now, fueled by imagination and empathy, they’re dreaming of global adventures to help animals across the world!

2025 | Elementary School

Building Ecosystems and Supporting Communities

In the Building Ecosystems and Supporting Communities project, 4th Grade students engaged in a community service initiative that combined science, STEAM, citizenship, and teamwork through four committees: finance, marketing, logistics, and sales. They explored topics like the water cycle, soil types, and balanced ecosystems, and built terrariums to sell at the International Festival. All proceeds were donated to an animal protection organization.

2025 | Middle School

Cordel Literature

Our 8th Grade students dove into the rich world of Cordel Literature this quarter! From exploring its roots to reading O Auto da Compadecida by Ariano Suassuna, they brought tradition to OLM by creating their own cordel booklets and woodcut prints.

October 18th 2024 | Pre-School

The Pre-Nursery Toy Shop

The Pre-Nursery Toy Shop owners were delighted to learn that children have been playing with yoyos, shuttlecocks, spinning tops, and skipping rope for a long time.
October 18th 2024 | Elementary School

Buddy Reading Project

As a result of being invited to become storytellers, as part of a Buddy Reading Project, our 4th Graders left their comfort zone and enhanced their reading and public speaking skills.
October 18th 2024 | Middle School

Math in Lego Space

As part of their math class, 6th Grade students were tasked with creating LEGO models based on division problems.
October 18th 2024 | High School

AP Bio Lab

In the AP Bio lab, students learn how to measure the rate of photosynthesis indirectly by using the floating leaf disk procedure to measure oxygen production.

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