The Plank - Senior Edition
Making connections in heart and soul
Director of Liturgy and Theology Teacher Ms. Charlene Cardenas started teaching at Jesuit High School Sacramento in 2002 when the Class of 2020 were infants or yet to be born. Now, as the Class of 2020 graduates, she prepares to retire.
To properly say farewell
Even with Digital Learning Days changing many aspects of life at Jesuit High School Sacramento, the school is doing its best to keep students connected with their end-of-year events. Donghwan Park ’20, this year’s valedictorian, is a crucial part of the effort to have graduation remain a memorable celebration for the Class of 2020.
Making dough during the pandemic
Luigi’s Pizza Parlor, located on Stockton Boulevard, is one of the oldest pizza parlors in Sacramento. After opening in 1953, Luigi’s has had several different owners, with the current owner being Jesuit High School Sacramento alumnus, Mark Delgado ’97.
Willy Park, a man of community and service
It goes without saying that Jesuit High School Sacramento’s campus is impressive, accentuated by manicured sports fields, beautiful grounds, and well-maintained buildings — the resulting aesthetics of Plant Manager and Maintenance Supervisor Mr. Willy Park and his team.
Deuce Zak ’20, the ultimate team player
It’s often said that for a team to reach success, each individual must subordinate their personal desires for the betterment of the team. Deuce Zak ’20 perfectly embodies this saying.
Jonathan Fong ’20, the spirit of “Work Hard. Play Hard. Pray Hard.”
At Jesuit High School Sacramento, students are taught to model their lives after the Grad-at-Grad principles in the ultimate expression of being a “man for others.” Throughout his time at Jesuit, Jonathan Fong ’20 has done just that — applied himself to the callings in his life, a journey that has led him to become the Class of 2020’s Salutatorian.
Jesuit says goodbye to one of its longest-tenured faculty members
After 43 years of working at Jesuit High School Sacramento, the 2019-2020 school year will be the “last dance” for Mr. Ross Evans.
Through her love of Catholic education, Mrs. Cerati left her mark on Jesuit
Since attending high school at Marymount International School, a Catholic institution in Rome, Italy, Mrs.Victoria Cerati never lost her “profound respect and love for Catholic education.”
On the field, in the classroom, as the president
A standout leader, athlete, and student at Jesuit High School Sacramento, Cole Barrett ’20 is hard to miss.
ICYMI: Jesuit faculty and staff distribute personalized lawn signs to seniors
Members of the faculty and staff at Jesuit High School in Sacramento distributed personalized lawn signs to seniors on Thursday, April 30, 2020.
A season cut short, a career still budding
With six graduates currently in professional baseball, Jesuit High School Sacramento has a reputation for producing some of the area’s best baseball talent. That number could grow even larger this summer when Major League Baseball holds its annual First-Year Player Draft.
Former Jesuit slugger hopes to make Giants roster
With eight years of professional baseball experience, Jesuit High School Sacramento alumnus Zach Green ’12 hopes to be a member of the San Francisco Giants once or if the baseball season commences.
Matt Strangio’s legacy to run past his time at Jesuit
With record-breaking runs at the local and state level, Matt Strangio ’20 is the latest in a long list of great runners to graduate from Jesuit High School in Sacramento.
After an accomplished running career, Jesuit alum excels off the track
While Jesuit High School in Sacramento is known for producing great runners, Michael Stember ’96 was extraordinary.
The Plank to celebrate our seniors
Dear readers,
As a result of Jesuit High School Sacramento’s decision to close its campus for the remainder of the 2019-2020 school year due to the COVID-19 outbreak, The Plank will be adapting its coverage to meet the needs of its readers during this unusual time. Our mission continues to be serving the Jesuit community with accurate and engaging news and feature stories.
Taste of Success
Starting a business can be one of the most rewarding yet challenging tasks one can undertake. Students at Jesuit High School Sacramento looking to get a taste of what it takes to succeed in the business world should check out the Entrepreneurs Club.