The Plank - Student Life
The Alumni Family Mass reunites past and present Jesuit families
On Saturday, Jan. 24, the Alumni Family Mass will take place in the Phelan Chapel of the North American Martyrs, welcoming Jesuit High School Sacramento alumni, current students, and families to campus.
The mass is held once a month and is open to anyone connected to Jesuit. It gives alumni a chance to return and worship alongside current families and students.
Jesuit brings the northern lights to the Winter Ball
On Saturday, Jan. 24, Jesuit High School Sacramento will be hosting its third annual Semi-Formal Winter Ball. The event, themed around the northern lights, will be held from 7 p.m. to 9:45 p.m. in the Father Barry Gymnasium.
School dances are a time for students to get together and spend time with each other in a fun, relaxed environment. Student Body President Emmett Gustorf ’26 believes that the social aspects are what make the dance truly memorable.
Loudness in the library
The King Library at Jesuit High School Sacramento is supposed to offer a quiet place on campus that is open for student use throughout the day. However, there’s a problem. For many Jesuit students, the library has become too noisy for focused studying, especially during community and collaboration periods. This is due to students playing games or socializing, often making it difficult for those trying to concentrate.
Jesuit bands gives record-breaking performance
This year has been a memorable one for the Jesuit High School Sacramento music department. After earning the highest scores in school history and landmark competition wins, the Marauder bands and ensembles have made a name for themselves in the Sacramento high school music world.
Marching through a season of success
The Jesuit High School Sacramento band had a fantastic 2025 season, competing to win three events and showcasing their talents for the Jesuit community. It took dedication, grit, and teamwork to get this done.
The marching band has been preparing for these competitions since August, and the time and effort they have put in has shown through their performances.
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.
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.
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.
Jesuit goes co-divisional after 62 years
For the past 62 years, Jesuit High School Sacramento has been an all-boys college preparatory school. On Saturday, Oct. 4, Jesuit officials announced the monumental decision to go co-divisional. This move opens the door for young men and young women to receive a Jesuit education.
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.
Jesuit’s Big Bash: A reunion of the brotherhood
This Friday, Sept. 26, the Department of Alumni Relations at Jesuit High School Sacramento will hold their annual Big Bash. The Big Bash will be held during homecoming weekend, and the whole family is welcome to attend this fun and festive outdoor event.
A birdie-ful day for the Big Red Golf Tournament
On Friday, Sept. 26, Jesuit High School Sacramento will be hosting the Big Red Golf Tournament at Haggin Oaks at 9 a.m. The golf tournament functions as a communal event for alumni, current parents, and the greater Jesuit community to come together and reignite memories with friends.
Homecoming: A Night Under the Stars to remember
Jesuit High School Sacramento’s annual homecoming will kick off on Saturday, September 27, at 7:00 p.m.
Director of Student Activities Mr. Peter Ferrari believes homecoming is one of the exciting parts of the Jesuit experience.
Holy Bowl Rally: a pillar of brotherhood at Jesuit
Jesuit High School Sacramento’s annual Holy Bowl is one of the largest sporting events of the year. On the Friday night before the game, Jesuit hosts the Holy Bowl Rally, an opportunity for students to show up and show out to support the brotherhood.
You are wonderfully made
At the beginning of every school year, Principal Dr. Michael Wood ’99 offers a new theme for the new year. Drawing inspiration from Psalm 139, this year’s theme is “You are wonderfully made.”
TeamCARE aims to spread awareness of suicide prevention
Each year, Jesuit High School Sacramento joins schools and communities across the United States in observing National Suicide Prevention Week. The week, centered around National Suicide Prevention Day, offers the time to shine a light on this heavy topic and works to combat the stigma around suicide.
Club Day invites students to pursue their interests
Every year, Jesuit High School Sacramento hosts its Club Day, where students can explore opportunities to pursue their personal interests on campus. This year’s Club Day will take place on Thursday, Sept. 4th, in the senior quad during an extended lunch period.
Freshman Overnight, furthering the bonds of brotherhood
On Saturday, Aug. 23 and Sunday, Aug. 24, Jesuit High School Sacramento hosted its annual Freshman Overnight Retreat. This retreat allowed freshmen to connect on a deeper level with each other and their Big Brothers. Many activities and events were put in place to foster an exciting atmosphere for the freshman class.
Mass of the Holy Spirit, a reminder of our shared journey
On Friday, Aug. 22, Jesuit High School Sacramento held its annual Mass of the Holy Spirit to welcome new and returning students to campus.
Director of Campus Ministry Mr. Adam McGrew recognizes how the mass gives an opportunity for the community to come together and kick off the new school year.
Goodbye Willie’s
Back when I was a wee freshman, my Jesuit big brother told me a lot of things that went in one ear and out the other, but there was one thing that prominently stuck: “Willie’s Burgers has a student discount.”
For thousands of Marauders, Willie’s offered a typical burger joint, with fries, shakes, hotdogs, and more. But there was one defining feature for us Jesuit students – the student discount.