The Plank

Plank Article Nick Ryan ’26

Guillermo Del Toro’s Frankenstein: a worthy adaptation?

As you may have heard or seen, the newest rendition of the classic gothic horror story “Frankenstein” has hit Netflix, directed by none other than Guillermo Del Toro. The verdict? It’s fine. 

To be fair, it’s a fun watch and especially easy to become engrossed in. But artistically? It lacked depth in its attempt to recreate Shelley’s masterpiece. Del Toro did a good job with what he knows. The stunning costumes, look of the creature, and consistency with the narrative devices of the book were all done quite well. The incredible performances from the actors stood out. But put it next to the book, and it looks like a comic strip.

Plank Article Peter Fallon '28

Opinion: Is Hollow Knight: Silksong worth the wait?

Released on Sept. 4, Hollow Knight: Silksong is the long-awaited sequel to the beloved indie game Hollow Knight. The game has been in development by Team Cherry for approximately seven years, and was one of the most anticipated games of 2025, crashing Steam’s servers on its release. 

Plank Article Sean Broderick '26 Zach Maples '26

Has tipping gone too far?

Since when has ordering food become so out of control?

Before COVID-19, tipping was a luxury afforded to waiters in order to supplement their wages. I never had to worry about staring a cashier dead in the eyes as I selected “no tip” and feeling bad afterwards for not giving 20% more to the price I was already being gouged. Yet it seems that in the aftermath of COVID, having a tablet flipped around is the norm for every financial encounter.

Plank Article Preston Le ’26 Logan McManus ’28

Opinion: The Revival of Clash Royale

You can’t walk around campus without seeing it. It’s everywhere. From the lunch tables to the classroom, students are glued to their screens, battling it out in Clash Royale. With the goofy animated characters and fast-paced, tower-destroying gameplay, this game has taken over Jesuit High School Sacramento once again.

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Jesuit’s food drive looks to help community in times of need

This November, Jesuit High School Sacramento will be starting its annual food drive. A tradition that dates back 59 years, it provides a great way for the community to give back to those in need. 

To facilitate the food drive, Jesuit partners with the Stanford Settlement Neighborhood Center, a 46-year-old non-profit that provides for 700 different families in need. They assemble Christmas baskets and provide food to those families. The donations include non-perishable food and money to aid the households.

Plank Article Bruce Van Parys ’27

Making English accessible

This fall, two new teachers joined the ranks of the Jesuit High School Sacramento English Department: Ms. Anne-Marie Moggan and Ms. Christine Horton. Both of them bring a unique style of teaching to the campus while bringing the passion to help students become “Men for Others”.

Plank Article Sean Broderick '26

Opinion: Gami Burger: A Disappointing Start

Willie’s Burgers had everything a Jesuit High School Sacramento student could ask for – good food, plenty of spaces to hang with friends, proximity to campus, and a student discount. However, in 2023, the owner of Willie’s, Stephanie Taylor, sold the location to chefs Scott Ostrander and Paul DiPerro, who transformed it into the restaurant that stands there today: Gami Burger.

Plank Article Peter Fallon '28 Dominic Gumina ’28

Jesuit Art Event draws in local artists

Today, Oct. 30, Jesuit High School Sacramento is hosting the annual Jesuit Art Event in Brebeuf Hall. The event brings artists from all over the community to showcase their artwork, with proceeds benefiting both the school and participating artists.

This year’s exhibition will feature 22 artists, all local to the Sacramento area, displaying a diverse collection of artworks.

Plank Article Charlie Kramer '26

Unity through the Mother-Son Mass

The Mother-Son mass is a gathering for the students and their mothers to pray together, giving moms a chance to participate in the spiritual formation of their sons as members of the Jesuit High School community. 

Plank Article Aiden Thomas ’27

Jesuit’s Accreditation process allows for growth and improvement

Every six years, the Western Catholic Education Association (WCEA) evaluates Jesuit High School Sacramento in what is known as the Accreditation process. The Accreditation process is essentially a rating system of seven selected elements found within Catholic schools across the nation. Through this process, Jesuit is credited as a private institution, allowing the Marauder diploma to carry a certain weight for universities.