The purpose of the physical education department at Gonzaga Preparatory School is to instill in all students a knowledge, understanding and appreciation for the unified functioning of the body and mind. This will provide an educational opportunity which will form Christian leaders spiritually, intellectually, physically, and culturally.

The occupational education department believes that cura personalis is important to the development of Ignatian leaders. To achieve this, the students will be given educational opportunities to develop self-sufficiency and life-long interests. Through these studies students will develop manual dexterity through hands-on activities, become knowledgeable consumers, develop written communication skills, and improve their technological skills.