“The educational philosophy of Jesuit High School is Catholic
and, therefore it is based on a faith response to the Gospel of
Jesus Christ; it is Jesuit and, therefore it is formed by
Ignatius of Loyola’s vision of Christ and the world. The school’s
purpose is to lovingly serve the young men of the wider
Sacramento area, from every ethnic and socio-economic background
and a broad spectrum of academic achievement. Our role, in
support of parents as primary educators, is to help our students
realize the fullness of their spiritual, intellectual, artistic,
physical, and social potential. The spiritual dimension of the
students development is fostered through their incorporation into
a community where Catholic beliefs, morals and values, inspired
by faith in the Gospel and a belief in the full brotherhood /
sisterhood of the human family, are taught, professed and
experienced, and where personal action is proposed as a response.
In keeping with the Mission of Jesuit High School, the
Mathematics Department supports the development of the whole
person—intellectually, socially, physically, and spiritually. Our
primary mission is to address the intellectual dimension and
students’ openness to growth by developing a curriculum which is
oriented towards college¬-bound students and which takes into
account diverse learning abilities. We strive to create an
environment which fosters academic excellence and nurtures both
reflection and critical thinking. We hope that, ultimately, we
help the students to be “agents for change” and “men for others.”
The Jesuit High School Social Sciences Department believes that
the study of this diverse discipline is an essential component of
the school’s mission to educate men for others. The
exploration of culture, history, geography, economics, politics
and human thought creates a deeper understanding of and
appreciation for the world and sensitivity to its people.
The Social Sciences Department places particular emphasis on
promoting the school’s mission by focusing on historic and modern
issues of social justice.
In the process of educating, it is the goal of the department to
develop a core set of fundamental skills, the most important of
which are critical reading, writing and thinking. In lower
division classes, students learn skills such as efficient note
taking, close reading, and proper study strategies. Upper
division courses stress research, composition, and oral
presentation skills.
In keeping with the goal of Jesuit High School, the Theology Department supports the development of the total person for each student: intellectual, emotional, physical, and spiritual. As a Jesuit and Catholic institution and a department formed in Ignatian spirituality and pedagogy, our mission is to inform and form young men of faith, a faith founded on our belief in the teachings of Jesus Christ.
Along with two major programs, Campus Ministry and Christian Service, the Theology Department has a special role in and focus on the spiritual formation of our young men. While they provide meaningful and challenging experiences of prayer, reflection and service, Theology classes provide a framework and vocabulary to help the student analyze and critique his personal experience in light of the tradition of faith.
The Theology Department offers a comprehensive program of academic integrity that aims to provide both knowledge and understanding of Catholic Christian beliefs and practices. Courses are designed to be appropriate to the development of our students and be respectful of their personal faith and commitment. At the same time, we wish to challenge these young men to a deeper intellectual understanding of, more profound personal reflection on, and more faithful commitment to their conviction that is reflected in their desire to be of service to others. Our hope is that this desire becomes reality in their daily life.
Enduring Understandings
It is the hope and commitment of our Theology Department that as a result of the courses we offer and the work, our students will understand:
All people are created in the Image of God, and our students will come to know themselves as sinners who are intimately and unconditionally loved by God.
The calling to know the person of Jesus Christ more intimately, to love him more dearly, and to follow him more faithfully, responding to our call to discipleship, ministry and friendship with Jesus.
The experience and grace of suffering, death, and resurrection.
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