The House System
Drawing on a 1,000-year tradition of Christian education exemplified by the colleges of Oxford and Cambridge, the House System at Our Lady of Victory is the engine that drives the culture of our school.
Each House creates a smaller community within the school where students build friendships across grade levels, take on responsibility, develop leadership skills, and grow in virtue.
OLV’s four Houses—Ambrose, Athanasius, Augustine, and Chrysostom—are named for the saints depicted supporting the Chair of St. Peter in St. Peter’s Basilica in Rome: two from the Western Church and two from the Eastern Church.
Two junior or senior prefects, selected by their peers and faculty mentors, lead each House. Prefects organize cultural activities and service opportunities for their House and traditionally plan OLV’s school-wide dances. They also receive dedicated faculty mentoring and leadership training.
Each House also selects two underclassmen to serve as captains and assist the prefects. Faculty advisors and parent liaisons provide additional guidance and support.
Houses earn points throughout the year by performing acts of virtue that are noticed and rewarded by the OLV faculty and staff.
The Houses of OLV
HOUSE AMBROSE
Champions: 2023
St. Ambrose (c. 338-April 4, 397) was the bishop of Milan who became one of the most influential ecclesiastical figures of the fourth century. He promoted the rights of the church in relation to the imperial state and is counted as one of the four original Doctors of the Church. He was also the teacher of Saint Augustine.
Primary House Color: Joyful Yellow (#E8B221)
2026-27 House Prefects: Anthony Smith & Josie Pelster
2026-27 House Anchors: Chavez & Pelster Families
HOUSE ATHANASIUS
Champions: 2022
St. Athanasius (c. 293-May 2, 373), also known as St. Athanasius the Great, was a theologian who later became the patriarch of Alexandria, a leader of immense significance in the theological battles of the fourth century. He is best remembered for his role in the conflict with Arianism, although his influence covers a vast array of theological topics. His book, On the Incarnation, is one of the most influential works of Christian theology ever written.
Primary House Color: Vitae Green (#283C32)
2026-27 House Prefects: Paul Cotter & Molly Maxwell
2026-27 House Anchors: Cotter & Maxwell Families
HOUSE AUGUSTINE
Champions: 2021, 2024, 2025
St. Augustine (November 13, 354-August 28, 430), the bishop of Hippo, was both a philosopher and theologian, as well as an influential church leader in North Africa. He framed the concept of original sin and related teachings on divine grace, free will, and predestination, as well as the theory of the just war. His two most important works—The Confessions and City of God—remain among the most influential in Christian history.
Primary House Color: Caritas Red (#933030)
2026-27 House Prefects: Diego Gutierrez & Clara Riviere
2026-27 House Anchors: Gutierrez & Murphy Families
HOUSE CHRYSOSTOM
Champions: 2026
St. John Chrysostom (c. 347-c. 407), Archbishop of Constantinople, is known for his eloquence in preaching and public speaking, his denunciation of the abuse of authority by both ecclesiastical and political leaders, the Liturgy of St. John Chrysostom, his ascetic sensibilities, and his violent opposition to paganism. He is particularly honored in the Eastern Orthodox Church.
Primary House Color: Fides Blue (#34668b)
2026-27 House Prefects: Raditya Muljadi & Izzy Gideon
2026-27 House Anchors: Lessard & Gideon Families
The White Horse Cup
Throughout the school year, OLV’s four Houses compete for the White Horse Cup, awarded to the House that earns the most points. The cup is proudly displayed in the faculty office, and each winning House’s name is engraved on it, preserving a lasting record of its achievement.