Our Lady Queen of Peace students participate in the Private School Interscholastic Association (PSIA), an academic organization of private and religious schools. This program allows students to compete in academic competition. They not only have the opportunity to compete at their own school, but also at the district and state levels.

Some of the goals for students, as set by PSIA include refining physical and mental aptitudes, nurturing self-realization, and building self confidence. Through this organization students experience teamwork and develop a sense of fair play. It allows them to foster self-discipline and perseverance.

This extracurricular program is open to OLQP students 1st through 8th grade. There are 18 academic categories in which students may compete. These include creative writing, ready writing, poetry interpretation, story telling, maps/graphs & charts, spelling and mathematics. Students meet with their teacher “coaches” to practice and learn the necessary skills needed for their category.