Parents
Keeping Academic Integrity
A message from Dean's Office on avoiding scams & cheating using Bots and AI
Thoughts, tips, and reminders for good ways of helping your son navigate the temptation of cheating.
Dear Parents,
As you may have heard through national broadcast news coverage – AI, Bots, ChatGPT, and several other artificial language-based processing tools are rapidly making their way into daily lives. Many of these are now in formats specifically marketed to high school students and have created a whole new world of temptation for students.
Paris, Dordogne and the Côte d’Azur during 2024 Spring Break
To lock in your early bird pricing pay deposit before May 1
Mar 28-Apr 05, 2024 during Spring Break
Bonjour to all Francophiles and world travelers! With this well-organized itinerary, you will experience many of the highlights of France during spring break, and someone else has made all of the arrangements! We will experience Paris, bien sûr, celebrate Easter in a French church, visit Bordeaux and the Dordogne valley, spend a few nights in the quaint medieval city of Sarlat-la-Canéda and experience the caves of Lascaux IV, before exploring Provence and its wonders, including the seaside cliff village of Èze, Nice, and Monaco.
Quarter 3 Grades Now Available
Grades are now available on PowerSchool
Dear Parent(s),
Your son’s 3rd quarter grades are now final and can be found in PowerSchool. Please Note: These are progress grades only and are not included in your son’s official transcript. To access 3rd quarter grades, please use these instructions:
Quarter 3 Grades Now Available
Grades are now available on PowerSchool
Dear Parent(s),
Your son’s 3rd quarter grades are now final and can be found in PowerSchool. Please Note: These are progress grades only and are not included in your son’s official transcript. To access 3rd quarter grades, please use these instructions:
Semester 2 Final Grades Now Available
Final grades are now available on PowerSchool, emailed copies available by request
Dear Parent(s),
Your son’s 2nd Semester GPA and grades are now final and can be found in PowerSchool. To access grades, please use these instructions:
Browser Version: Under Navigation, select Grade History and 2022-2023. The final semester grades can be found in the column identified as S2.
Are You Photo Ready?
Quick reminders for our parents, students, freelancers and media
We are a school first. Help us keep our sidelines and campus safe for our students. Per CIF regulations and Jesuit Communications policy, you must be cleared and have a media badge for sideline access and to photo/video at events.
Enrollment Brochure for 2023-2024
Information & Resources for families
The enrollment brochure is full of helpful information for new and returning families. Checklists, testing information, BYOD, and tons of helpful links to get you started.
Summer Reading Lists
2023 Summer reading assignments listed by grade
Summer reading assignments are posted by June 1. See the assignments by grade
FinalForms Portal
Don't miss critical messages! Make sure we have updated contact info.
New email or address? Let us know and keep your information up-to-date in FinalForms. Don’t forget to select sports of interest to get important pre-season info such as tryout dates or info meetings. Access Final Forms
What to do if COVID or symptoms are in my household?
Let the school nurse know and she'll walk you through next steps
If you have COVID symptoms, a positive test or screening, an exposure (such as another member of your household who has symptoms or a positive test) please let us know! We are here to help!
Second Semester Reminders
Schedules, Books and Ordering PE Clothes
In preparation for the second semester, students should do the following:
Student Drop-off/Pick-up
Please remember to respect neighbors and use designated drop-off areas
Freshman and Sophomores – American River Dr
- Drop-off along American River Drive
- No u-turns, please watch for bikers and pedestrians
- Students walk and enter campus off American River Drive through gates by Parking Lot E
- Remember always park on the school side of the street and be respectful of neighbors
- Students should avoid crossing American River Drive, except at designated crosswalks
Juniors and Seniors – near Chapel/Gym
- Please enter through the main entrance (O’Donnell Entrance off Fair Oaks)
- From there you will be guided to drop your student off near the Chapel or the Gym
- Students must park in campus lots with a valid permit from Dean’s Office
Jacob Lane is for Staff and Visitor parking only. No student drop-off/pick-up on Jacob Lane.
Bell Schedule, Collaborations, and Calendars
For the 2022-2023 Academic Year
All calendared school events and activities, along with the daily bell schedule
Please refer frequently to the online calendar on the Jesuit High School website for the most up-to-date information on upcoming events and the daily bell schedule.
Online calendar: View Full Calendar
Request an Early Dismissal or Report Absence, Late Arrival
By phone, online, or in-person
New online option to report tardies and absences or request early dismissals.
To Request an Early Dismissal
Before 9:00am by phone
1. Call the attendance line (916) 480-2135 to leave a voicemail message. This can be done the night before or the morning of the appointment up until 9:00am. Messages left after 9:00am may not be processed.
2. Remind your son to stop by the Dean’s Office to pick up an Early Dismissal Slip. Your son will present this slip to their teacher to be released from class.
Counseling Department Directory
Meet our Counseling Team, find your counselor assignment
While working away from campus, counselors may still be contacted by email or phone as noted below.
Dress Code FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions about the school dress code
Do I need a blazer on “Dress Attire” days and does it need to be branded for Jesuit?
No, on Dress Attire days, which are usually for Mass, students do not need to wear a blazer. If you would like to wear a blazer, sport coat, or suit they do not need to be Jesuit branded. (We do not sell any branded sport coats in any of our stores.)
Can students wear shorts for Standard Dress?
Yes. Like the pants, they must be khaki-style or chino-style shorts. No athletic shorts are permitted outside of PE/Athletics. Pants and shorts must be a solid color.
Heat Monitoring Policy
Keeping students, faculty, athletes, and guests safe
When a high heat advisory has been issued
Jesuit monitors heat carefully throughout the day when temperatures rise. As there are many variables with heat and humidity, we rely on our onsite medical staff and athletic trainers to advise when steps to protect the health and safety of those on the Jesuit Sacramento campus will be necessary.
Important Dates for the Academic Year
Calendar Planning — First Day, Holidays, Finals
This quick “at-a-glance” calendar includes major school holidays and traditions that our school year is built around. Our more detailed calendar will publish on our website later this summer. As we move forward together, we want you to have these important dates for your planning.
2023-2024*
*dates are as of 2/28/2023
2023
August 16: Mandatory Soph/Junior/Senior Orientations (more details to come)
August 17: Mandatory Freshman Orientation (more details to come)
August 18: First Day of Instruction
September 4: Labor Day; No Classes, Offices Closed
October 23: Feast of the North American Martyrs Holiday; No Classes, Offices Closed
November 10: Veterans’ Day Holiday; No Classes, Offices Closed
November 20-24: Thanksgiving Holiday
December 18-20: Finals
December 21-January 5: Christmas Break
2024
January 1: New Year’s Day
December 21-January 5: Christmas Break
January 15: Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Holiday; No Classes, Offices Closed
February 19: Presidents’ Day Holiday; No Classes, Offices Closed
February 19-23: Student Mid-Semester Break
March 28-April 5: Holy Thursday, Good Friday, Easter Break
May 20-22: Finals
May 22: Last Day of Instruction
May 23: Baccalaureate Mass, Class of 2024
May 25: Graduation, Class of 2024
2022-2023
Download a printable year 2022-2023 calendar
2022 (as of October 10)
October 17: Feast of the North American Martyrs – Jesuit Holiday
November 11: Veteran’s Day – Holiday
November 21–25: Thanksgiving Break
December 19, 2022 – January 3, 2023: Christmas Break
2023
January 1: New Year
December 19, 2022 – January 3, 2023: Christmas Break
January 16: Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. – Holiday
February 20: President’s Day – Holiday
February 20–24: Mid Semester Break
April 6–14: Holy Thursday & Good Friday, Easter – Spring Holiday Break
May 17: Last Day of Instruction
May 18: Baccalaureate Liturgy, Class of 2023
May 20: Graduation, Class of 2023
May 29: Memorial Day
June 12: Summer School Begins
Parent 101 Materials
Quick reference guide for incoming families on navigating tech, books, dress code and more
Before school, we host Survival Skills 101 — an interactive session for new families with school administration and staff. This presentation is an opportunity for parents/guardians to have questions answered in regard to technology, textbooks, dress code, and more.
ID cards must be presented for Cafe account purchases
Forgot or need a replacement ID card? Go to Dean's Office
Students must have an official school ID with them while on campus. IDs are also needed for all MySchoolBucks food purchases.
If a student loses or misplaces his student ID card and needs a replacement, student ID cards are available for purchase and can be reprinted in the Dean’s Office for $10.
If a student forgets his card, he should check in with the Dean’s office prior to lunch.
Carpooling & Bus Information
Learn more about the Placer Bus Group and how to contact other families in your area to coordinate carpools.
Class of 2023 Graduation
Check here for info on everything for our seniors from cap & gown ordering to events
Don’t forget to check the graduation page for events and reminders curated for our seniors!
View the Community Schedule
Club meetings, social gatherings, tutoring, and more
We encourage all our students to participate in community time. See all the community time opportunities by day on the community calendar. Remember to always check our online school calendar for the most current schedule as things may change or update.
View the Collaboration Period Schedule
In the back of your printed calendar, there is a full collaboration schedule. Remember to always check our online school calendar for the most current schedule as things may change or update from the time of printing.
Dress Code & Personal Appearance Policy
Includes examples and dress policies for standard, casual and dress attire
Jesuit High School believes that student appearance has an impact on attitude and behavior. It is the responsibility of parents to see that their student is properly dressed and groomed for school. Students are expected to adhere to the dress code throughout the school day and they are to be properly groomed at school-sponsored events. Violations will result in detention (JUG). Students found to be in flagrant or repeated violation may be denied entrance into class and/or sent home from school.
Join the FUN! Be a VIP!
Learn more about Volunteer Requirements and Tracking through HelperHelper
Why Volunteer at Jesuit?
- Build community in and around Jesuit High School
- Meet new families and friends
- Build friendships that last well beyond your years at Jesuit
- Give back and support the school with your time
Volunteering in FUN!
PE Clothes Ordering Info
Additional info available in student's Google classroom
Students will receive information and a link in their PE Google Classroom on how to purchase a lock and clothes. First semester PE classes are given priority in ordering items, we do have some inventory available for purchase.
We also understand that many families are waiting for orders to arrive. Students are not required to be in PE dress the first full week of classes. Please encourage your student to speak with his PE teacher if he has any concerns.
Campus Security: Item Pick-up and Drop-off Procedures
Go through Dean's Office during school hours to drop items off for students
Did your student forget something?
Use Jacob Lane Entrance and Dean’s Office/Main Office for item pick-up/drop-off
If you need to pick up or drop off an item for your son during the school day, please do so on Jacob Lane through the Dean’s Office, and not from the Fair Oaks entrance near the Gym/Harris Center area. Our Campus Security Team works hard to identify people who are coming onto campus during the course of the school day and your attention to this drop-off/pick-up procedure will help them to maintain the safety of everyone on c
Student Insurance Coverage
If you are interested in insurance to cover your student in the event of illness or accident, forms are available by clicking on the attached link. Dental and pharmacy coverage are also available as an option.
Closed Campus
Jesuit High School remains a closed campus during the course of the school day
It is our expectation that students will not switch from on-campus learning to distance learning (or vice versa) during the course of the day without a parent notifying the Dean’s Office. Any student who needs to leave campus early or arrive on campus late for any reason should have a parent/guardian leave a message for the Dean’s Office through the attendance line. This communication is critical for the Dean’s Office to maintain accurate attendance records for all students that are present on campus.
Naviance Student
College Planning
Help students establish meaningful post-secondary goals and connect those goals with their coursework and college planning activities.
7 Principles of Constructive Dialogue
Framework for respectful conversations for our community
Taken from the updated Faculty Handbook (Appendix E-7 Principles of Constructive Dialogue)
To guide our conversations, all members of our community will commit to following the 7 Principles of Constructive Dialogue. These Principles will provide the framework for respectful conversations so we may all learn and grow from each other’s insights and perspectives.
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Presume good intentions
If someone says something you disagree with or which you don’t understand, assume that the person has good intent. Ask questions and seek first to clarify, not to disregard the comment. St. Ignatius of Loyola reminds us that we should be “more ready to put a good interpretation on another’s statement than to condemn it as false.” -
Use “I” statements
Your experience is true for you, but it may not be universal. Speak about your experiences and things that are true for you. Use statements that begin with “I think that…,” “I feel….,” or “It seems to me….” Avoid statements that begin with “You know how you…..,” “We all believe….,” or “Everyone knows…..” -
Understand that the speaker’s experience is valid for
him/her
Although an individual’s experience may be different than yours, that doesn’t make it any less