The Plank - Student Life
Mrs. Brant models compassion, transparency, and honesty
Counselor Mrs. Laurie Brant joined Jesuit High School Sacramento this year after working for Apollo High School in San Jose for nine years. As a counselor, she will assist students in their preparation for college.
Mrs. Brant became a counselor to make sure every student has a reliable figure to support them.
Ms. Hollandsworth: making her mark on the community
This year, Jesuit High School Sacramento rewelcomes Wellness Counselor Ms. Abigail “Abby” Hollandsworth as a full-time mental health clinician in the Wellness Center. Having worked part time at Jesuit last year as a Marriage and Family Therapy Trainee, Ms. Hollandsworth has already been making her mark in our community.
Suicide prevention: what we can do to save lives
Last week during National Suicide Prevention Week 2023, Jesuit paid special attention to mental well-being and the impact that mental health has on one’s life.
Club Day comes again
On Monday, Sept. 18, 2023, Jesuit High School Sacramento will hold its annual Club Day, a time when students can learn all about Jesuit’s various clubs.
Ms. Bernardi seeks to serve
Administrative Assistant for the Office of Service and Justice and Campus Ministry Ms. Tina Bernardi has been a part of the Jesuit High School Sacramento community for many years now, despite only joining as an employee this summer. Her experience with the Jesuit community has helped her excel at her job right away.
Service and Justice Agency Fair: opportunities for engagement
On Sept. 7, 2023, Jesuit High School Sacramento will host the Service and Justice Agency Fair, giving students the opportunity to discover where they can serve.
Freshman Overnight opens the tents back up
For the first time since the COVID-19 pandemic, Jesuit High School Sacramento will host its Freshman Overnight retreat on August 26-27.
Jesuit celebrates Salutatorian and Valedictorian
On Saturday, May 20th, at the Memorial Auditorium, Jesuit High
School Sacramento’s class of 2023 will gather for their
graduation. Two seniors, Charles Sander ’23 and William Gillick
’23, received the distinct honor to speak on behalf of their
classmates, serving as the Valedictorian and Salutatorian of the
2023 senior class.
It’s okay to not be okay
The month of May marks the beginning of Mental Health Awareness
Month, a time that sheds light on the importance of mental health
and encourages people who might be struggling to reach out for
support. This year, Jesuit High School Sacramento is working hard
to spread awareness and help their students.
TeamCARE offers vital resources
Taking care of mental health and prioritizing well-being can help
students cope with stress, achieve more academically, and just
live happier and healthier lives.
Jesuit holds annual Student Awards Convocation
On Thursday, April 27, in the Father Barry Gymnasium, Jesuit High School Sacramento celebrated its annual Student Awards Convocation. The Jesuit community in its entirety, from staff and faculty to parents, gathered together to celebrate this year’s student accomplishments.
Mock Trial explores the legal field
Working in the field of Law interests many students at Jesuit
High School Sacramento, and thanks to Jesuit’s Mock Trial
program, they can explore this passion.
Jesuit’s Wellness Center cultivates student’s well-being
Jesuit High School Sacramento provides many resources to support
Jesuit students’ mental health and well-being. One such resource
is the Wellness Center, located next to the King Library.
Mr. Brusel retires after 25 years of bringing humor and joy to Jesuit
Mr. Carlos Brusel, a Spanish teacher loved by all his students
and co-workers, has announced that the 2022-2023 school year will
be his last year teaching at Jesuit High School Sacramento. While
he will no longer be physically on campus, Mr. Brusel’s spirit
and lasting impact on this school will forever have a special
place at Jesuit.
Foundations of Cybersecurity to grow Jesuit’s computer science program
High school computer science courses have been growing in
popularity recently. With technology advancing, it has become
important for students to have a deep knowledge of computers and
technology as a whole.
Don’t miss chamber choir’s final performance of the year
On May 4, at 7 p.m. Jesuit High School Sacramento chamber choir
will be participating in the spring choral concert held at Our
Lady of the Assumption.
Junior Prom promises plenty of fun
One of the most anticipated high school events is just around the
corner. Jesuit High School Sacramento’s 2023 Junior Prom will
take place on Saturday, April 29 at 7 p.m.
California Advocacy Day gives students a voice in legislation
March 27-28, I had the opportunity to participate in the
California Ignatian Student Advocacy Day hosted by Jesuit’s West
Collaborative Organizing for Racial Equity (CORE).
Exploring exciting student art
On April 25, from 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m., Jesuit High School Sacramento will host an art showcase known as The Exhibition: Cannonball Collection. This is the first Exhibition in our history, and it will consist of pieces from the students in Digital Media and Studio Art classes. To conclude the Exhibition, there will be an awards ceremony at 6:30 p.m.
Internet addiction: fleeting focus
Over the last decade or so – and especially since COVID sent
everyone online – the internet has become an essential part of
the teaching and learning process. And while the internet has
made information more accessible to all students, it has also
created distracting behaviors.