History
Our History
Founded in 1999, Queen of Angels Catholic School was established in response to the rapid growth of the Catholic population in North Georgia and the increasing need for Catholic education. As one of three elementary schools opened by the Archdiocese of Atlanta during this period, Queen of Angels became part of Catholic Education of North Georgia, Inc. (CENGI), the organization created to oversee and support the new regional Catholic schools. Today, CENGI continues to own and operate six schools within the Archdiocese, including Queen of Angels.
Queen of Angels Catholic School opened its doors in September 1999 and was dedicated to the Blessed Virgin Mary by Archbishop John Francis Donoghue, who bestowed upon the school its name. Since its founding, Queen of Angels has remained committed to forming students spiritually, academically, and socially in a Christ-centered environment.
A Regional Catholic School
Unlike a traditional parish school, Queen of Angels is a regional Catholic school that serves families from eighteen Catholic parishes and faith communities throughout North Fulton and the surrounding metro Atlanta area. This unique model brings together students and families from diverse backgrounds while remaining united in faith, academic excellence, and service.
Situated on a beautiful 100-acre campus in Roswell, Georgia, Queen of Angels is part of a vibrant Catholic community that includes St. Peter Chanel Catholic Church, Blessed Trinity Catholic High School, and St. George Village. While each organization operates independently, together they create an environment where faith, learning, service, and community flourish.
The school operates under the leadership of the Archdiocese of Atlanta and is guided by the Superintendent of Catholic Schools.
Our Name, Motto & Logo
The name Queen of Angels reflects our devotion to the Blessed Virgin Mary, the patroness of our school community.
Our school motto, Ave Regina, Caeli et Terra—translated from Latin as “Hail Queen of Heaven and Earth”—is rooted in ancient hymns honoring Mary and serves as a reminder of her Queenship and loving guidance.
The Queen of Angels Catholic School logo is rich in symbolism. Twelve stars represent the Twelve Apostles, while the intertwined “M” and “R” stand for Maria Regina (“Mary, Queen”). The crown symbolizes the Coronation of the Blessed Virgin Mary and her Queenship in Heaven, reflecting the faith-filled foundation upon which our school was built.
