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Jesuit Community of Sacramento, Fall 2013
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he Jesuits of Sacramento serve our community at Jesuit High School, St. Ignatius Parish and Cristo Rey High School. Inspired by the experience of St. Ignatius Loyola, founder of the Society of Jesus, the priests, brothers and scholastics in service at Jesuit High School strive “for the greater glory of God� as educators, pastors and ministers of the Word.
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Dear Friends,
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esuit High School is a learning community committed to educating young men of the Sacramento region in partnership with their parents. We are inspired by the spirituality of St. Ignatius Loyola and the educational tradition of the Society of Jesus. For more than 470 years, students of Jesuit schools around the world have come to understand the glory of God’s creation through study, athletic and co-curricular achievement, and in their development of well-formed consciences. We are about educating the whole person at Jesuit High School so that every one of our graduates may be known truly as a “Man for Others.” We are a college preparatory school, fully accredited and entirely dedicated to educating the future leaders of the greater Sacramento Region. We present many opportunities for success to our students, and our faculty and staff are committed to helping our students discover how each one might live his life fully with integrity and compassion. Supporting young men as they grow and develop has been the work of the entire Jesuit High School community since 1963. We have many students as well as graduates of whom we may boast, whose achievements in scholarship, service and even in professional athletics make us proud. But we measure our success as a school and as a work of the Society of Jesus by the knowledge that our graduates are most often known as men of integrity, leaders of vision and citizens who look to bring about a more just world. You know these men, too—they are your neighbors, co-workers and our strongest advocates for your choice of a Jesuit education for your son. The pages that follow are filled with many compelling narratives that tell our Jesuit High School story in greater depth. But beyond these pages, we suggest you look to the young men who walk our campus today as you discern whether our community should one day become yours. They are Jesuit High School.
Go Marauders!
Mission Statement
Jesuit High School of Sacramento is a Roman Catholic college preparatory dedicated to forming competent young men as conscientious leaders in compassionate service to others for the greater glory of God.
Rev. David J. Suwalsky, S.J. President
Mrs. Lorraine Paul Principal
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e are excited that you are considering Jesuit High School as an option for secondary education. Now 50 years old, Jesuit High School is rooted in the Jesuit educational tradition. Since the 16th century, Jesuit education has sought to educate the whole person— mind, body and spirit. This is a place that is passionate about student involvement. Students participate in more than 50 clubs and on 36 athletic teams. Last year, 33 percent were involved in the arts program and 63 percent participated in at least one sport. At Jesuit, you often hear the word “brotherhood.” Besides having Marauder spirit, students know that classmates care about them. As a Catholic, Jesuit high school, we teach the Christian ideal of loving one another as Christ loved us. Faith and love call us to respond with action and an active life of service for humanity, to be “Men for Others.” Check out Jesuit High School and see for yourself how exciting high school can be as a jumping-off point for college and a full life. Please sign up for our e-newsletter to receive updates about the admissions process and news about what is happening on campus. Check out our website, jesuithighschool.org/admissions and create an online profile to be included in our newsletter distribution.
Go Marauders!
Josh Palone ’99 Director of Admissions
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Jon Rotz ‘92 Assistant Director of Admissions
Debbie Case Admissions Assistant
For more information, go to jesuithighschool.org/admissions
[ “The love and acceptance of each other is probably the best lesson that our sons received over their four years.� - Parent of 2009 and 2011 graduates
Facts and Figures Founded
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Student/Teacher Ratio
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Hours of Community Service Volunteered Annually Campus Size Faculty with Advanced Degrees Number of AP Courses Advanced Placement Pass Rate Number of Honors Courses Percentage of 2013 Class that took the SAT
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More than 26,000 51 acres 61 percent 14 82 percent
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SAT Average Score
1728 (vs 1498 national avg)
ACT Average Score
25.7 (vs 21.1 national avg)
Percentage of Students from the Class of 2013 Accepted to College College Scholarships Received by the Class of 2013 2013-2014 Tuition
100 $18.4 million $12,740 (not including fees and books)
Number of Middle Schools Represented
133
Number of Zip Codes Represented
92
Number of Churches, Parishes and Congregations Represented
141
Number of Students Enrolled
1047
Percentage of Students Receiving Tuition Assistance
21 percent
Accrediting Organizations
Western Association of Schools and Colleges Western Catholic Education Association
Sponsorship Memberships
California Province of the Society of Jesus Jesuit Secondary Education Association National Association for College Admission Counseling Western Association for College Admission Counseling
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A Solid Foundation
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esuit High School is a college preparatory school, and as such, has designed a schedule in which students meet the minimum course requirements for entrance to the UC/CSU system. However, more than 90 percent of our students exceed those expectations by taking four years of Math, three years of Lab Science and three years of a World Language. Traditionally, most Seniors matriculate directly into four-year colleges or universities. Within the general curriculum, the course of studies is designed to challenge each individual student. Jesuit offers accelerated placements in 28 different courses, of which 24 upper-division classes are designated “honors” or Advanced Placement and given additional grade-point weighting by the UC system and most other colleges and universities. Jesuit also offers a series of courses designed to solidify the academic foundation of those students needing additional attention in basic skills. These courses, within the college prep framework, are in the areas of English, Mathematics and World Languages.
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esuit offers a comprehensive co-educational summer program. The curriculum is varied, consisting of preparatory, review, enrichment and credit courses. In addition to the academic courses, Jesuit offers a series of one-week sports camps for boys and girls in Grades 1-12, as well as a sports conditioning camp. The academic summer session runs from mid-June through midJuly, five days a week, in the morning. The summer curriculum was designed to meet the needs of a variety of students. The prep classes have been most beneficial to incoming Freshmen in strengthening the fundamental skills necessary to succeed in high school. Students who simply want to explore new areas find our enrichment courses helpful. Finally, our 6-week credit courses are designed for current students who want to move ahead during the school year as well as for students who need to retake a course. Complete summer school information and dates will be posted to our website during the Spring Semester.
“I was truly impressed by the compassion and commitment that my son’s teachers shared with their students.” - Parent of a 2011 Graduate
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esuit offers two three-week sessions of Academics Plus (boys currently in Grades 6 and 7) and Junior Academics Plus (boys currently in Grades 4 and 5) each summer. The goal of these programs is to enhance students’ academic skills, to promote the importance of teamwork with peers, counselors and teachers in all academic and recreational endeavors, and to provide students with a better understanding of the Jesuit High School community. For more information visit jesuithighschool.org/academicsplus. Online applications are accepted starting January 1.
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English 1 Algebra 1 World Language Level 1 General Science Global Studies 1 & 2 Physical Education/Health Theology 1 Visual & Performing Arts Elective
American Literature / Composition Algebra 2 World Language Level 3 Chemistry U.S. History Theology 3 - Social Justice Visual & Performing Arts Elective
Incoming students may be placed in advanced courses pending testing results. Advanced Placement courses are:
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English 2 Geometry World Language Level 2 Biology Western Culture Physical Education 2 Theology 2A / 2B
English Electives (2) Pre-Calculus, Calculus or Statistics/Trigonometry Physics or Biology 2 Civics or Economics Social Studies Elective Christian Testament Theology 4 Elective Christian Service Fine Arts Elective
ENGLISH Literature Language
WORLD LANGUAGES Spanish Latin
MATHEMATICS Calculus AB Calculus BC
SCIENCE Biology Chemistry Physics
SOCIAL STUDIES U.S. History Government and Politics Economics (Micro/Macro)
VISUAL AND PERFORMING ARTS Music Theory Art History
For more information, go to jesuithighschool.org/academics
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he philosophy of the Jesuit High School Counseling Department is rooted firmly in the Jesuit concept of “cura personalis,” that is to care for the needs of each individual. Therefore, this comprehensive counseling program seeks to meet the personal, academic, college and career needs of our students. Each Freshman is assigned to a counselor who follows the student through his entire four-year education at Jesuit. The Counseling Department curriculum includes the design of Four-Year Education Plans, college admissions exploration, college admissions test preparation and score interpretation, college fairs, career education and financial aid information nights. The department also hosts parent evening events that include breakout sessions on study habits, parenting your teen, college admissions and more.
“There are no words to describe the relationship and trust our son had with his counselor. She became much more than just a college counselor. She was a friend, a confidant and adviser. We are so grateful for her and what she means to our son to this day.” - Parent of a 2011 graduate
Developing Young Men of Excellence Beginning with our first graduating class in 1967, we at Jesuit High School have a proud tradition of sending our graduates into the world to be “Men for Others.” For those continuing on to higher education, counselors guide students through the college admissions process by providing information on the college search, testing, financial aid and scholarships. The following is a partial listing of the colleges and universities to which our students have been accepted since 2010. Boston College Brown University Cal Poly San Luis Obispo College of the Holy Cross College of William & Mary Creighton University Dartmouth College Duke University Georgetown University Gonzaga University
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Harvard University Loyola Marymount University Loyola University Chicago Massachusetts Institute of Technology New York University Northwestern University Pepperdine University Princeton University Purdue University
Saint Louis University Saint Mary’s College of California Santa Clara University Seattle University Stanford University Tufts University UC Berkeley UCLA University of Arizona University of Chicago
University of Michigan University of Notre Dame University of Oregon University of Pennsylvania University of San Francisco University of Southern California U.S. Airforce Academy Vanderbilt University Xavier University Yale University
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Faculty That Inspire
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very student who graduates from Jesuit High School has a story about a teacher who inspired him. For our faculty, teaching is a mission. Our teachers choose to be here. More than 61 percent have Master’s Degrees and beyond, and they consistently say they appreciate the quality of dialogue and instruction they can achieve in Jesuit’s private high school environment. Our approach to learning is an active one. We challenge students to think about issues from more than one point of view and to reflect on what they mean for the development of their own opinions and actions.
Paul Rose Paul Rose became the winningest soccer coach in the state of California in 2010 and achieved his 700th win this season. He led the 2012 Varsity Soccer Team to a number one national ranking by MaxPreps. The National Soccer Coaches’ Association of America named Coach Rose as the 2012 High School NSCAA/Adidas Coach of the Year for the third time, more than any other coach in NSCAA history. He was inducted into The California Coaches’ Association Hall of Fame in 2011 and the SacJoaquin Section Hall of Fame in 2012. Coach Rose is able to use the soccer field to teach teamwork and life skills in a way that has a lasting influence on his players. He is also a member of the Campus Ministry Team and teaches AP History.
Sarah Buick Teaching Spanish is a passion for Sarah Buick. She’s lived in Barcelona where she studied Spanish Literature and has worked on microfinance projects over a three-year span in Mexico, Honduras and Guatemala. What Sarah loves most about Jesuit High School are the students whom she describes as humorous, creative and full of life. She embraces these traits through projects targeting kinesthetic learning, such as having students choreograph Spanish song performances and conduct fashion shows. Look for Sarah at “Lessons and Carols” in December. She says it is a “must-attend” event for all members of the Jesuit family.
Ed Trafton ‘84 Whether teaching in the classroom, performing on the piano at Mass, or serving as Jesuit Drama’s current Artistic Director, Ed Trafton does everything with passion. Trafton was involved in his first Jesuit Drama production in 1983 as a student and since then, has studied and worked in theater continuously as an actor, composer, designer, director and writer. An instructor for 24 years at Jesuit, he teaches a section of AP English, Senior Elective English (Hero’s Journey), Film and is a member of Jesuit’s Campus Ministry Team.
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“A Jesuit education has taught me to think counter-culturally, to realize what is truly important.”
- Riley O’Toole, ’10
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he Campus Ministry Program has the primary responsibility for the spiritual development of the school community. All spiritual programs are planned so that people of all religions and faiths feel welcome and comfortable. Freshmen are welcomed into our community through their orientation and overnight retreat in the first semester and an end-of-the-year family liturgy. All of our Freshman programs emphasize family involvement. During Sophomore and Junior years, students attend a retreat through their Theology classes. Seniors have the opportunity to integrate their high school experience on a four-day KAIROS retreat. Students are also invited to become a member of a Christian Life Community (CLC) to discuss their faith and to share the journey with each other. CLCs help foster the spirituality of the individual while strengthening the community. Monthly school-wide liturgies are prepared by the Liturgy Planning Committee (LPC). A student-led prayer opens each day, and prayer begins each class period. Each day after lunch the entire school has a silent Examen. To foster the spiritual dimension in all aspects of life, athletic teams and visual and performing arts productions have chaplains. Our Campus Ministry team also organizes semester celebrations of the Sacrament of Reconciliation. Families are encouraged to participate in the Mother-Son and Father-Son Eucharistic Liturgies and are welcome to all school-wide liturgies. Many of our liturgies are also broadcast online. Parents, alumni, faculty, staff and friends are invited to ongoing adult education and spiritual renewal programs throughout the year. Campus Ministry encourages students to get involved as members of the Campus Ministry Advisory Team, CLCs and the LPC.
For more information, go to jesuithighschool.org/campus-ministry
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ur students give of themselves in many ways, including direct service to others. In learning to care for those they serve, they grow in their commitment to justice and come to understand the importance of being advocates for those in need.
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Service to Others
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he Christian Service Program is an integral part of the curriculum at Jesuit. Students at all levels volunteer on campus, in their neighborhoods, in the Sacramento region, across the United States and around the world to provide a wide range of services. Freshmen complete 16 hours of service and are encouraged to invite their families and friends to join them as they discover the needs in their community. In Global Studies class they reflect on the nature of family, their own role within their families and what they discover as they serve the larger community. During Theology 2B, Hebrew Scriptures, Sophomores complete 16 hours of service, often volunteering with their classmates at local food programs and schools, at assisted living facilities and in programs serving people with developmental disabilities. Their reflection revolves around answering the question asked by Jesus, “Who is my neighbor?� Juniors complete 16 hours of direct contact service with those in need in our community and reflect on their experiences in Theology classes. Seniors may elect to take Christian Service during the summer prior to their Senior year. Summer options include camps for the physically/developmentally challenged, domestic and foreign immersions and a four-week local program. During the school year, Seniors may enroll in a semesterlong Christian Service course. This includes 50 hours of direct contact service to those in need in our community and 10 hours of classroom time, which includes reflection, a final synthesis essay and a final documentary project.
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Athletic Excellence
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articipating in an interscholastic athletic program as a co-curricular activity is an integral part of the total education and growth experience at Jesuit High School. Athletics is designed to affirm and promote Ignatian values and engage student-athletes fully in mind, body and spirit. Student-athletes, coaches and parents are called upon to work together in a true spirit of sportsmanship to assist in creating an environment in which those Ignatian values can be revealed, tested and proven relevant both to participants and the entire school community. Jesuit fields 36 teams in 15 sports at various levels that are supported by more than 80 coaches. More than 63 percent of students participated in at least one sport during the 2012-2013 school year. The Student Athletic Center at Jesuit is one of the most advanced high school sports complexes in Northern California. Jesuit is a member of the California Interscholastic Federation (C.I.F.) and competes in the Delta River League, which includes Folsom, Oak Ridge, Pleasant Grove, Ponderosa, Sheldon and St. Francis High Schools.
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Golf Track & Field
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Soccer Track & Field Water Polo
Baseball Golf Track & Field
Basketball Wrestling*
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Golf Rugby Soccer Swim & Dive Tennis Track & Field Volleyball
Golf Lacrosse Rugby Soccer Swim & Dive Tennis Track & Field
Baseball Golf Rugby Soccer Swim & Dive Tennis Track & Field Volleyball Water Polo
Baseball Basketball Soccer Swim & Dive Tennis Track & Field Volleyball Water Polo
Cross Country Golf Lacrosse Rugby Soccer Swim & Dive Track & Field
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National Letter of Intent Signing Day
A Tradition of Excellence - 108 CIF Sac-Joaquin Section Championships - 72 Runner-Up CIF Sac-Joaquin Section Finishes - 252 Varsity League Championships
- 10 CIF State Championships - 8 National Championships - 4 #1 National Rankings
For more information, go to jesuithighschool.org/athletics
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evelopment of imagination and creativity are central at Jesuit High School, where the arts make a vibrant contribution to the curriculum. Jesuit offers exciting courses in studio art, art history, choral music, film and instrumental music, as well many co-curricular activities, such as drama, that give students the opportunity to develop skills and friendships. Because of Jesuit’s commitment to the arts, all Jesuit students are required to take a full year of a visual or performing art; however, most continue to pursue their interests well beyond this requirement and in a wide variety of co-curricular clubs and activities. One-third of our students participate in our music program, whether in instrumental groups such as our award-winning Jazz Band, large choirs, a choral workshop that supports the campus liturgy program, or the audition-only Chamber Choir, which was invited to perform for a second time at Carnegie Hall in the spring of 2013. Jesuit’s co-ed Black Box Theater presents two to three productions per year. They performed Theophilus North and Move 2 as well as the original production Alone/Together last year. Jesuit Drama also takes its productions, which include plays and musicals, to community centers that serve seniors and children. An annual exhibition showcases studio artwork by talented students who draw and paint using various media including charcoal, oil and pastels. A number of Jesuit students have exhibited their works locally, and others have received prizes in local, national and international art competitions.
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For more information, go to jesuithighschool.org/arts
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A partial listing of more than 50 clubs: Black Student Union Block “J” Broadcast Club California Scholarship Federation Future Business Leaders of America French Club Hip Hop Dance Crew Holy Rollers Bowling Intramurals Irish Heritage Club Jewish Student Union La Raza Mathletes Mock Trial Newspaper - The Plank Operation Smile Pacific-Asian Club Peace & Justice Pep Band Photography Ping Pong Robotics Science Olympiad Speech & Debate Student Government Video-gaming Club Writing Club Yearbook Cutlass
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The Robotics Team won the 2011 and 2013 Intercollegiate Marine Advanced Technology Education International Remotely Operated Vehicle Competition.
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tudents want more out of high school than classrooms, whiteboards and report cards. So, a vital part of our campus life is our Clubs and Activities Program. Our goal is that students acquire knowledge about themselves through working with others and in cooperation with students of different interests, backgrounds and personalities. Jesuit offers more than 50 clubs to choose from, but if you don’t see the right one for you, we encourage you to start a new one.
Fo r m o re i n f o r mat io n , g o t o jes u it h ighschool.or g/ stud ent-activ ities
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Students With a Passion for Service
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s a Jesuit, Catholic college preparatory high school, we are committed to the excellence of our broad-based program of academics, co-curricular activities and spiritual formation. While that excellence can be measured through our students’ recognition and success, we can also measure it by what happens as a result of a graduate’s education. Our goal is to help form leaders of competence, conscience, compassion and commitment to God in service to others who will work for justice and a positive quality of life for all. We hope to inspire and enable our students to put their values into action
Jelani Bramble-Manning ‘14 Along with several classmates, Jelani taveled on the Nicaragua Immersion Trip this past Summer and helped with the programming and construction needs at a local orphanage and a church run recreation center that provides emergency food assistance to those in need. Currently serving as the President of Jesuit’s Black Student Union, Jelani is also the Senior Class Court Justice, a member of the National Honor Society, the California Scholarship Federation, La Raza, Block J and the Student Alumni Organization. When not on campus at Jesuit, you can find him participating in the theater program at St. Francis High School. Jelani plans on studying to become a pediatrician in order to help children in need.
Kannon Kuhn ‘14 A member of the 2012 National Championship Varsity Soccer Team, Kannon enjoys spending time working out and studying nutrition. He has played competitive Soccer since the age of 10, most recently with Sac United, and has traveled for games throughout the United States and Europe. This past summer he traveled on the Detroit Immersion where he and his Jesuit classmates served others through home repair projects, involvement in children and family programming and providing direct assistance to those in need. Kannon also volunteers at Loaves and Fishes here in Sacramento. When not at school, playing soccer or volunteering, Kannon enjoy spending time at the lake wakeboarding.
Michael Molitor ‘14
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Michael currently serves as the Student Body President of Jesuit High School. This past summer he traveled on the West Virginia Immersion to “Nazareth Farm,” a Catholic community in rural West Virginia that works to transform lives through a service-retreat experience. Michael has played Football all four years at Jesuit, in addition to being on the Track & Field Team for two years and playing Freshman Basketball. Along with four Jesuit classmates, he helped to start “Harvest for Hunger,” collecting homegrown produce from neighbors and delivering the food to the Sacramento Food Bank. A resident of Davis, he helps to coach the St. James Basketball Team and serves at Davis Community Meals.
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Alumni Making a Difference
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ife at Jesuit High School does not end at graduation. Our alumni remain engaged through activities both on and off campus. They live out the theme of a Jesuit education becoming “Men for Others” and they are Marauders for Life. Jesuit alumni continually give back and provide not only for our region, but for communities across the nation. Graduates of Jesuit contribute to society professionally, spiritually, socially and through their service in charitable organizations. There is no greater network in Sacramento than that of Jesuit High School alumni.
Bob Wulff ’75 The next time you open up a PDF on your computer, think of Bob Wulff. Currently the Senior Vice President of PDF Technology at Adobe Systems in San Jose, Calif., Wulff started the Adobe Acrobat engineering team in 1991 and led that project until 2008. After attending Jesuit, he earned his Bachelor of Mathematical Sciences and Master of Computer Science degrees at Stanford University. He has a deep interest in understanding how to take advances in technology and apply them to solving real world problems in order to make the world a better place. Wulff and his family currently support the high school and university access of 18 children in Kenya. Being a “Man for Others” are words that Wulff holds dearly and tries to live up to everyday.
Chris Sullivan ‘98 Chris Sullivan might be one of the most well-known voice actors after voicing the Geico Camel in recent commercials. He has played the role of Amos Hart in the Broadway production of Chicago and made his debut in Lombardi in 2010, starring alongside Judith Light and Dan Lauria. After completing his time at Jesuit, Sullivan attended Loyola Marymount University in Los Angeles where he earned his degree in Theater Arts. He also spent time studying at The Oxford School of Drama in Oxford, England before making his Chicago, Ill., debut in The Ballad of Emmet Till in 2008. He credits his time with Jesuit Drama for giving him the confidence and tools to achieve what he calls “clarity of mind.”
Martin Khodabakhshian ‘93 Martin Khodabakhshian is an ESPN producer on the show “E:60” with nine national Emmys and pretty much every major TV award you woud want to win in his field. He was the first ESPN producer to direct a documentary for the 30-for-30 series and has directed his first independent film “Breathe,” which is available on Amazon and iTunes. He may attribute this glory to years of hard work, but he says it’s his faith in God and love of the craft that have really brought his success. Khodabakhshian’s best memory of Jesuit was the friends, faculty and family that he made - relationships which he says are irreplaceable and life-lasting.
For more information, go to jesuithighschool.org/alumni
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Oct. 27, 2013
Open House Noon - 3:00 p.m.
Oct. 29-Dec. 13, 2013
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Prospective Freshman and Family Interviews
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Tuition Assistance Application and Documentation due to Tuition Aid Data Service (TADS)
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Freshman Orientation 8:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
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Frequently Asked Questions [FAQS] 1) What does Jesuit offer that other schools don’t? Jesuit High School offers our students Jesuit/Catholic/Christian values across the broad spectrum of academic, athletic, service and co-curricular programs, which help develop our students to become “Men for Others.” In the United States, the Society of Jesus ( Jesuits) sponsors 58 high schools and 28 colleges and universities, providing each graduate with the type of “educational credibility” that no other school system can match. By attending Jesuit High School, individual students become part of a worldwide network of Jesuit education. 2) What is it like to be at an all-boys school? The all-boys environment helps steer our young men toward leadership positions in our community and helps them focus intently on their studies. A strong sense of brotherhood resonates here, creating lasting friendships founded on encouragement and mutual respect. We also host dances and share athletic events, clubs, drama and music programs with St. Francis, the all-girls school, creating a healthy and balanced social atmosphere for our boys. 3) What if I can’t afford the tuition? Jesuit is a private school and, therefore, we charge tuition to cover the cost of educating our students. We have a tuition assistance program to assist families with a demonstrated financial need. About 20 percent of our families receive tuition assistance. All families are encouraged to apply through Tuition Aid Data Service (TADS) at mytads.com. The deadline to apply for tuition assistance is January 17, 2014. Tuition assistance decision letters will be mailed to applicant families on February 8, 2014. 4) Does my family’s ability to pay affect admission? Absolutely not. The admissions process is conducted based on grades, recommendations, High School Placement Test scores and interviews. Families in need of financial aid are encouraged to apply. 5) What are my options for transportation to and from school? Our student population comes from all over the Sacramento Region. Though many families provide their own transportation, one of our volunteer support programs, “The Loyola Guild,” assists us by organizing a car pool program through an online database that shows other Jesuit families who live near you. The Placer Bus Group also organizes a bus for students living near Interstate 80. Distance may be an issue, but the quality of the Jesuit experience has proved worthwhile to our families and graduates over the years. 6) Jesuit is athletically competitive. Will my son have a chance to make a team? Our athletic program is one of the most recognized and competitive in the region. However, Jesuit encourages participation across the broad spectrum of athletic opportunities we offer to our students. We currently have 36 sports teams, some that are non-cut, and while we are competitive, we emphasize a team approach. If you are truly motivated and want to be challenged, you will find your place in our program.
Shadow Days One of the best ways to learn about Jesuit is to participate in a Shadow Day, a personalized halfday visit on campus beginning at 8:00 a.m. and concluding at noon. Prospective students have the opportunity to get to know Jesuit teachers and students and attend classes with a student with similar interests.
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High School Placement Test (HSPT) The High School Placement Test (HSPT) is a standardized test administered to eighth-grade students that helps determine acceptance or placement in the ninth-grade classes of parochial high schools. The test was formulated by the Scholastic Testing Service (STS) and is sometimes referred to by that name or by the term “STS-HSPT.” All of the questions are in a multiple-choice format. The exam includes assessment of verbal, quantitative, reading, mathematics and language skills. As with most middle-school standardized testing programs, students are profiled in accordance with percentile rank as they compare to a large database of student test takers. The score report will indicate local and national ranking, and the performance level of each student will be shown as a grade equivalent. High schools typically use these results, combined with grades, teacher recommendations and other standardized test scores to assist them with academic placement, as well as admissions.
For more information, go to jesuithighschool.org/admissions
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Requirements for Applying to Jesuit 1. Successful completion of 7th grade and the first semester of 8th grade.
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Jesuit High School admits students of any race, religion and national or ethnic origin. We are interested in attracting students and families who desire a challenging college preparatory curriculum that aims to educate the whole person – mind, body and spirit.
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2. Performance on the High School Placement Test, which is given Nov. 23, 2013, at 8:00 a.m. in the Fr. Barry, S.J., Gymnasium at Jesuit High School. Fee is $35. Register for the HSPT now at jesuithighschool. org/admissions. 3. Transcript and standardized test scores (SAT-9, SRA, CTBS, etc.) for 6th, 7th and 8th grades. Admission to Jesuit High School is based primarily on a student’s academic record, as well as favorable recommendations from the schools he attended for Grades 6 - 8. We look for students of average ability or better who are willing to work hard to succeed. 4. Recommendations from the student’s current school, as shown through positive evaluations of his academic potential and character from his school principal, current math teacher and current English teacher. 5. Student-parent interview with a JHS faculty member or administrator (15-20 minute sessions held in January). It is important in the application process to include a chance for you to meet us and for us to meet you. We are interested in learning about your interests and why you are considering Jesuit. While many Jesuit families are not Catholic, we are looking for parents and students who are open to a Catholic, Christian environment and who will cooperate with us to provide an education that fosters high moral values and spiritual development, as well as sound study habits, self-discipline, academic achievement and leadership. 6. Recommendation from the family’s faith leader (pastor, minister, rabbi, etc.) about the family’s openness to the spiritual dimension of Jesuit High School. We ask parents to commit to ensuring that their son regularly attends services in their faith community, in addition to attending theology classes and liturgies at the school. 7. Applicants who fall below the prerequisites, but have the potential for success, may be admitted on academic probation if a plan can be put in place to help them reach the level of academic performance required.
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Admission Procedure for Grades 10 and 11 1. Sophomore transfer students should take the placement exam as previously indicated. 2. Students should have demonstrated the ability to succeed academically in a college prep course of studies. A recommendation form along with a transcript of grades and standardized test scores must be submitted by the student’s high school principal/counselor. Transfer applications are available on our website. 3. When all the paperwork has been submitted, an interview will be scheduled with a staff member at Jesuit High School.
For more information, go to jesuithighschool.org/admissions
Starting High School with the Right Classes
Tuition and Fees
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esuit High School accepts students from throughout the region, so it is important to assess all new Freshmen with a common approach. Placement tests provide important information that enables us to start students in English, Math and Science courses where they will be appropriately challenged. We also look closely at their grades in 6th, 7th and 8th grade as well as their standardized test scores and performance on the High School Placement Test. Depending on the Freshman placement testing, a student may start in English 1, 1XL, or 1 A/B. For Math, he may be placed into Algebra 1, 1XL, 1B, Geometry, Geometry XL, or, occasionally, Algebra 2 Honors. Freshman science placement options are General Science or Pre-AP Biology.
Jesuit High School is a private school that is not subsidized by the Catholic Church, the Diocese of Sacramento or the Jesuit Order. Therefore, the school is almost entirely dependent upon tuition and fees to meet its operating expenses. The shortfall is met through a fund-raising program under the direction of the Advancement Office. Tuition is set each March by the Board of Trustees. Tuition for the 2013-2014 school year is $12,740, not including fees and books. The Student Body Fee is $750. Tuition may be paid annually, each semester or in 10 monthly installments.
Students may ask to take a World Language challenge exam if they have successfully completed one or more years of a World Language at a high school equivalent level. With a score of 75 percent or higher on the challenge exam, they may choose to start in the second year of Spanish, French or Latin. Students must achieve a score of at least 80 percent to start in Spanish 2 XL, making them eligible for Spanish 3 Honors in their Sophomore year.
Tuition Assistance
Appropriate class placement for each student is made by each department, the counselor and the Assistant Principal for Curriculum and Assessment in consultation with parents and students. Students will receive information about the appeal process if they wish to be considered for courses other than those in which they are initially placed.
Our Tuition Assistance program is needbased and allows many deserving students the opportunity to attend Jesuit High School. With the addition of new grants and bequests, Jesuit is in a position to help those students who qualify for admission but are unable to pay full tuition. The program annually provides to students with demonstrated need the opportunity for a values-based, Catholic education. For this 2013-2014 school year, approximately 21 percent of students are receiveing tuition assistance.
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