In the spirit of the Gospel and the Carmelite Tradition, Crespi engages the student in three interlocking dimensions: Community, Service, and Prayer. We continue to build a community that listens and bears witness to God's divine plan through the promotion of justice in the service of the whole person. Under the guidance of Our Lady of Mt. Carmel, Carmelite schools are places of prayer and contemplation, committed to living the gospel of social justice through our daily actions and interactions with the wider community.

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Mission Statement

To build men of character and faith unified in brotherhood and formed through a contemporary, Catholic, college preparatory education in the Carmelite tradition of prayer, community, and service.

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Vision Statement

To be a dynamic learning community where tradition and innovation prepare Crespi Men for success in all facets of life.

WHY CARMELITE?

In the Carmelite tradition, we offer a holistic model of education emphasizing the moral, intellectual, physical, and social development of young men.

What Kind of a Man is Crespi Forming?

Rooted in faith, brotherhood, and service, a Carmelite education calls each student to grow not only as a learner, but as a person of character. At Crespi, young men are challenged to pursue academic excellence, develop discipline and resilience, strengthen their relationship with God, and recognize their responsibility to serve others.

Every Experience Shapes the Student

The Carmelite tradition is grounded in community, prayer, and a commitment to becoming one’s best self. This spirit shapes the Crespi experience in the classroom, on the field, through leadership opportunities, in service to others, and in the lifelong bonds formed among Crespi brothers.

Every Experience Shapes the Student

The Carmelite tradition is grounded in community, prayer, and a commitment to becoming one’s best self. This spirit shapes the Crespi experience in the classroom, on the field, through leadership opportunities, in service to others, and in the lifelong bonds formed among Crespi brothers.

Prepared for College, Formed for Life

At Crespi, we do not simply prepare students for college. We form young men to lead lives of purpose, integrity, faith, and service.