Together, we will build a brighter future—one rooted in love, compassion, and service.
Our Vision
Immaculate Conception Cathedral School is a communion of learners and evangelizer becoming effective witnesses of gospel values through a Christ-centered education.
Our Mission
We commit ourselves to a dynamic and relevant Catholic Education through the total formation of learners inspired by Mary’s example of charity, purity and humility in service.
Mary Immaculate, conceived without sin, you carried Jesus in you. He is the gift of new life, the hope of a new beginning and the source of wisdom. You are the mother of Jesus and blessed among women. You are also our mother most humble with a heart filled with immense charity for all. You are purest among us attained by sin.
Mother of our redeemer, you remained humble by opening your entire self to the mind and heart of Jesus. When plagued by pride and self-righteousness, give me humility that I be always open to your ways. Tempted to belittle others or dismiss my own giftedness, let me see Jesus in others and accept his creating power in me. Increase my humility, mend my mediocrity and heal my inconstancy.
Bearer of our savior, Jesus conceived you in his heart keeping you pure, untouched by the stain of sin. Purest mother, ask Jesus to multiply your virtue of purity in my life. Whatever thoughts I think, words I speak, ac-tions I do, may they all be cleansed by the saving love you received from Jesus. Purify not only my senses but my inmost being, so that my entire self will always be a worthy offering to your Son. Grant me the wisdom to be mindful of my motives and thoughts, to be careful with my words and be watchful of my actions. Increase my purity, mend my worldliness and heal my desire for instant gratification.
Mother of love, enflame my heart with the fire of your charity. When I seek only my own selfish wants and personal gain move my heart to em-brace your sacrificial love. Move me to actually spend time with the least and the lost. Let my sentiments of concern or the neglected be trans-formed to concrete acts of giving, not just from my excess but even from my own need. Turn my sense of justice to effective works of compassion. Increase my charity, mend my negligence and heal my indifference.
Lord Jesus, as you endowed Mary with humility, purity and charity, may we at ICCS, strive every moment to be a community of disciples. May we learn from Mary’s example, for you are her teacher and the first and most faithful disciple. Amen.
Towards the full realization of our Vision and Mission, ICCSians will;
We believe that true education aims at the total formation of the learners and the ultimate goal is to unite themselves with their Creator.
We believe in the doctrine revealed by God that the Blessed Virgin Mary, our Patroness, is free from all stains of the original sin through the redeeming love of her son Jesus.
We believe that as a school of the Diocese of Cubao we are a community of Christ-like disciples, empowered and sent through effective servant-leadership moving towards becoming a Church of the poor.
We believe that the school is an important force in strengthening Filipino families inculcating duties of citizenship, patriotism, nationalism and stewards of creation.
We believe in providing learning programs that focus on Catholic values and academic excellence that will help discover and develop the gifts that God has bestowed to every learner and prepare them to live and communicate their faith in the world.
ICCS IDEAL GRADUATE
Active witness of Catholic Faith
- Upholding Gospel Values
- Strengthening love for the Eucharist
- Becoming witnesses of Christ
- Faith in the providential care of God
- Uphold the family as the basic unit of society
- Fortitude, courage, and perseverance in times of adversities of daily existence
- Fidelity to the Catholic teachings, and Christian Values
Life – long Learner
- Shows solid foundation in basic skills
- Applies critical thinking and problem-solving skills
- Takes personal initiative and is self-directed towards one’s purpose in life
- Values the importance of physical and mental wellness as it relates to one’s total growth and development
- Develops an appreciation of the arts and all its creative forms
- Uses the technology in an appropriate manner
Filipino Servant Leader
- Active involvement in projects to serve the needy and the less fortunate
- Responsible care of the environment
- Making pride of one’s Filipino heritage
Effective Communicator
- Manifesting competence in verbal and written communication
- Utilizing available resources to acquire, analyze, integrate, and apply learning
- Listening and responding appropriately to the perspective of others
- Participating in cooperative learning experiences
SCHOOL LOGO
The school logo of ICCS has gone through many transformations and improvements. From just a mere parochial school, it has now become the cathedral school of the Diocese of Cubao. A “cathedral” is the seat of the bishop. A cathedral is also the church of the bishop and is the mother church in the diocese. Because of that, the ICCS has incorporated its new title as cathedral school in the improved school logo.
Fleur-de-lys
This flower has always been used as a symbol for Mary. The three petals of fleur-de-leys strand for the three virtues of Mary, namely charity, humility, and purity. They are the core virtues and values ICCS inculcate in its students.
School Motto
“Ad Jesum per Mariam.” To Jesus through Mary. ICCS is a school dedicated to Mary’s Immaculate Conception. Still, as a school we recognize the primacy of Jesus. It is because of Jesus that. Maru is immaculate and without the stain of sin. But we believe Mary is the first and closest disciple of Jesus and therefore the guide and teacher towards her son. Through Mary, we can come closer to Jesus.
Three Marian Virtues
“Caritas, Humilitas, Puritas.” Charity, Humility, and Purity. These are the three core Marian Values and virtues that ICCS holds as important for all its members, administrators, teachers, staff and students.
Hills with Tau Cross
It represents the topography of the territory of the Diocese of Cubao, which is hilly. The three hills represent the clergy, laity, and Religious of the Diocese. The tau cross represents the first missionaries to Quezon City, the Franciscans. It is also recognition that ICCS is not a parish school anymore but the cathedral school of the Diocese of Cubao.
Globe with Cross
This represents the beginning of ICCS. The globe with the cross represents the SVD’s the founders of the school through the leadership of Fr. Kutschers.
Circular Shape
This represents the world to which ICCS students are to be sent after. Their studies and bring their Christian faith Marian Values.
Colors
Blue and white are the colors of Mary. The white stands for her purity being conceived without the stain of sin. It is also the color of the flower fleur-de-lys. Blue has been used since times past to depict the mantle of Mary. Yellow and green are the colors as ICCS is its cathedral school.
HISTORY
The humble beginnings of Immaculate Conception Cathedral School (ICCS) trace back to 1964, when Rev. Fr. Francis Kutscher’s vision for a dream school began to take shape. Initially established as the Immaculate Conception Parish School, it catered to 83 pupils under the leadership of Fr. Kutscher as the first school director and Miss Martina Reyes as the first principal and teacher. The school’s vision was summarized in its first logo, which symbolized the three Marian virtues—Charity, Purity, and Humility. These foundational steps laid the groundwork for ICCS’s enduring commitment to providing quality Catholic education.
The rapid growth of ICPS was like a small seed flourishing into a towering tree. By 1974, this progress was evident with the construction of a four-story building connected to the main structure. The leadership transitions from Rev. Fr. Alfred Reyes, SVD in 1972, to Rev. Fr. George Hardwart, SVD in 1975, and Rev. Fr. Liberato Fernandez, SVD in 1978, continued to advance the school’s mission of nurturing young minds to become not only knowledgeable but also men and women of value.
In 1966, the construction of an additional building signified another milestone for ICPS, solidifying its commitment to quality Catholic education. This vision became even more tangible under the guidance of religious sisters who served as school principals, including Sr. Salutacion Dolotina, S.SPS, Sr. Esperanza Cabanos, S.SPS, and Sr. Emilia Viado, S.SPS. The graduation of the first Grade 7 batch in 1972 marked a new chapter of hope for the school in shaping the future of its students.
By 1981, the school’s ardent desire to establish a high school became a reality through the efforts of Rev. Fr. Kutscher, Rev. Fr. Liberato Fernandez, and Sr. Laurentine Baraquerro, S.SPS. Sr. Elenita Frez, S.SPS, oversaw the graduation of the first high school batch, and government recognition for offering a complete secondary curriculum followed two years later. These achievements highlighted the collaborative efforts of the school community in turning a simple dream into reality.
In subsequent years, the school’s administration transitioned to diocesan priests. Under the leadership of Msgr. Reynald Celso as the first Diocesan School Director and Fr. Clem Ignacio as Assistant Director, the school envisioned organizational restructuring and increased enrollment. With the appointments of Mrs. Bienvenida Roxas as High School Principal, Ms. Rossy Pineda as Grade School Acting Principal, and Sr. Lydia B. Dionisio, FDNSC, as Assistant Directress, academic policies were realigned to meet the demands of progress in education.
The school continued to evolve with remarkable developments, including the opening of a nursery level in 1995 under Mrs. Remedios Ayunon and the completion of the audio-visual building in the high school department. In 1999, the cornerstone for a proposed five-story building was laid. These projects reinforced ICCS’s commitment to quality Catholic education, allowing it to withstand challenges while delivering meaningful contributions to the community.
The early 2000s marked significant changes for ICCS, including the appointment of Msgr. Daniel Sta. Maria as the new School Director and Dr. Ferdinand G. Garcia as the High School Principal. In 2003, His Excellency Most Rev. Bishop F. Honesto Ongtioco, D.D., became the Bishop of Cubao, and the school was officially renamed from ICPS to ICCS (Immaculate Conception Cathedral School). By 2005, the government had recognized its Special Education program. In 2008, a gymnasium was constructed, and the school’s Vision-Mission-Goals (VMG) were reformulated in 2009, further solidifying ICCS’s reputation as a progressive Catholic institution.
Under the leadership of Msgr. Alfonso Bugaoan as School Director and Rev. Fr. Raymond Joseph L. Arre as Assistant Director, the concept of a unified educational system within the Diocese of Cubao (DOCES) began to materialize.
ICCS embraced new opportunities in 2016 by opening its gates to Senior High School with an Academic Track, providing free education to many students from public schools. Its commitment to academic excellence was affirmed with the attainment of PAASCU Level 1 accreditation in 2018 under the leadership of Dr. Ferdinand G. Garcia. This achievement was followed by Level 2 accreditation in 2023, led by Ma. Teresa Sandoval, DEM, who was appointed as school principal in 2022. Guided by its patroness, the Immaculate Conception, the school successfully navigated challenges, including the COVID-19 pandemic.
On December 11, 2024, the gymnasium was renamed the Bishop Ongtioco Activity and Athletic (BOAA) Center. Bishop Honesto Ongtioco, D.D., was succeeded by Bishop Elias L. Ayuban Jr.,CMF, D.D. as Bishop of Cubao and Chairman of the DOCES Board of Trustees in the same year.
Today, under the leadership of Rev. Fr. Raymond Joseph L. Arre as school director, ICCS has grown from a modest mission school into a thriving academic institution in the Diocese of Cubao. While the school has changed physically and demographically over six decades, it remains steadfast in its mission to seek Jesus through Mary: Ad Jesum per Mariam.
The infrastructure improvements and achievements of ICCS are a testament to its development and the dedication of its community. Inspired by its rich history and enduring faith, ICCS continues its journey toward excellence and service, fostering a shared direction for all its members.
FACILITIES
High School Building
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Admin Building
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Obispado Building
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