The Plank
Jesuit took part in the 30th annual Run to Feed the Hungry
Jesuit High School Sacramento took part in the 30th annual Run to Feed the Hungry, which benefits the Sacramento Food Bank on Thanksgiving.
Echelon Catapult launches students into STEM learning
The Echelon Catapult program, run by a mix of students from Saint Francis High School and Jesuit High School Sacramento, aims to expand interest in Science Technology Engineering Math (STEM) subjects for students in fifth to eighth grade. Initially founded in 2020, the program has grown to become one of the most prominent at Jesuit.
Fr. Stiegeler makes his return
25 years after departing Jesuit High School Sacramento, Fr. Francis Stiegeler, S.J. makes his return; this time as chaplain.
Jesuit looks to bounce back after Fr. Barry Tournament
From Thursday, Dec. 7 to Saturday, Dec. 9, Jesuit High School Sacramento hosted the 49th Annual Fr. Barry Classic Basketball Tournament. Jesuit welcomed seven other teams, coming from as far as Houston, Texas. In the end, Archbishop Mitty High School won the tournament, beating Brophy College Preparatory 54-52 in overtime.
Appreciating our Military Veterans
Military Veterans are the silent heroes that keep our nation safe, and Jesuit High School Sacramento is lucky enough to count several Veterans among our faculty and staff.
Basketball looks to build connections
After a successful 2022 to 2023 season, the Jesuit High School Sacramento varsity basketball team believes they can continue to win and compete at a high level while addressing some of last year’s issues.
Looking to create a season to remember
Jesuit High School Sacramento’s 2023 to 2024 soccer season kicked off on Nov. 29, and the team is ready to go. The players prepared for the new season enthusiastically, and are looking forward to putting on a good show and making their fans proud.
Alex Bertran ’24: a bold leader
Alex Bertran ’24 is a hard worker and a bold leader. The impact that he’ll leave after he graduates will be felt, especially in Jesuit High School Sacramento’s robotics team, where he served as chief operating officer.
“Lessons and Carols”: serve through song
This December, Jesuit High School Sacramento’s chamber choir will continue the decades-long tradition of hosting Lessons and Carols services. These performances are open to the whole Sacramento community and are a great way of getting into the Christmas spirit.
Fall Play helps students process their pandemic experiences
This November, Jesuit High School Sacramento drama presented the fall play, “My Pandemic Love Story,” an original Black Box performance written by the cast. This production was a way for students’ to share personal anecdotes about their experience during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Shadow Days leave a lasting impact
Every year Jesuit High School Sacramento hosts Shadow Days when middle-school students can “shadow” a current Jesuit student to learn what a typical day at Jesuit is like. The impact it leaves remains long after the day is over, and for some Jesuit students, the impact still remains.
Jesuit’s annual Food Drive aims to deliver
Jesuit High School Sacramento is hosting its annual Food Drive between Nov. 27 and Dec. 8. Students can participate by volunteering or donating money and canned food. The proceeds from this event will go to Stanford Settlement’s annual winter drive to provide food for people in need over the winter season.
Dr. Luttio: building bridges in the world of faith
Born and raised in Japan, Dr. Mark Luttio has spent his life traveling the globe studying and teaching Theology. Now, Dr. Luttio continues his educational journey at Jesuit High School Sacramento.
The Wrap: Del Oro takes the playoff game of the ages
On Saturday, Nov. 11, Jesuit High School Sacramento lost 40-34 at home in a triple overtime thriller versus the Del Oro High School Golden Eagles. This game was a quarterfinal matchup in the Division 2 California Interscholastic Federation (CIF) Sac-Joaquin Section Playoffs.
Mr. Loya marches the band forward
Band Director Mr. Michael Loya joins Jesuit High School Sacramento after working at Woodland High School for eleven years. As the new band director, he aims to build upon the band and lead it into a productive year.
Mr. Vanderbout crescendos the choir
Jesuit’s new Director of Choral Music Mr. David Vanderbout values a positive attitude, believing that a mindset directed toward growth translates to success.
Directing the power of stories
For over three decades, English teacher and Drama Artistic Director Mr. Ed Trafton ’84 has inspired students at Jesuit High School Sacramento to create, to perform, and to see stories in a whole new light.
What does Jesuit think about the Kings?
With the 2023-24 NBA season underway, fans are hoping the Sacramento Kings will continue last year’s success. To find out what Jesuit High School Sacramento students think about this year’s squad, The Plank anonymously polled 46 random student-fans asking for their expectations and opinions. Here’s what they had to say:
Rolling out the red carpet
On Sept. 30, 2023, Jesuit High School Sacramento hosted its annual Homecoming dance with a glitzy Hollywood theme. For one night, the Fr. Barry gymnasium was transformed with dazzling decorations, complete with red carpet entrances and decor reminiscent of classic Hollywood glamor. Students arrived dressed as if they were fabulous movie stars, adding a touch of magic to the event.
Jesuit Drama to stage another masterpiece
This November, Jesuit Drama will present “My Pandemic Love Story,” an original production that delves into the experiences of students during the COVID-19 pandemic.