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Nick Adams, Class of 2020
It is safe to say that I did not come to Jesuit expecting to be as involved in music as I am today. I had been playing the guitar and trumpet for years, but I was much more interested in being a soccer player at Jesuit. Now, I am more involved in music at Jesuit than I thought was possible. I am currently the drum major for the JHS Marauder Band, a trumpet player in the Symphonic Band, the guitarist for the Jazz Band, the guitarist and a singer for Liturgy Workshop, and recently formed a “Musician’s Club” on campus.
Ryan Kenneally, Class of 2015
I’m not interested in learning and working just for the sake of learning and working. I want to use what I’ve learned for the benefit of other people. The academics at Jesuit prepared me well for college and gave me an incredibly strong base. Jesuit also taught me about values and work ethic. The concept of being a Man for Others relates directly to my future [in the Peace Corps]. My biggest goal is to apply my talents and abilities to aid people who may not have the privileges that I do.
Kyle Tooley, Class of 2013
My experience at Jesuit impacted me more than I could have ever thought possible as a young man entering high school. I learned just as much about who I was as a person and what it truly means to be a ‘Man for Others’ as I did in the classroom. I loved the idea of educating the whole person so much that I studied at a Jesuit university, where I furthered my growth as a man. The lessons I learned while at Jesuit High School still stick with me each and every day, and I have no doubt that I am a better individual because of that exposure to faith and education.
Zach Harper, Class of 2000
My dad taught me about work ethic. He’s the hardest working guy I know. [His lessons], coupled with my experiences at Jesuit, taught me a lot. Jesuit taught me how to learn. I felt that people were always memorizing things, but at Jesuit I was actually learning and learning how to question what was around me.
Jon Rotz, Class of 1992
All of my greatest memories while I was a student have to do with the basketball program. Everything from the practices, games, and road trips … I was really close with those guys. My parents lived really close to Jesuit, so a lot of my teammates would come over after practice to eat and play videogames. Those guys were my brothers. Jesuit really allowed me to build tight relationships with these guys, where I would have never met them had I gone to the local public school.
Brenden, Class of 2022
Coming from a small Catholic school almost an hour away, I took advantage of Fall sports to be able to meet other new students before school even started. The Frosh football team started practice in the summer so it was a great way to make new friends, meet teachers and coaches, and also get to learn my way around campus. I encourage students to try something new and connect through sports or clubs; and also don’t worry if you don’t live down the street from Jesuit – there are plenty of us that commute a long distance and call Jesuit home
What's New
JHS Class of 2020 Celebration Billboards
Running in various locations through June 7
Did you see them?
Our messages of congratulations are running on billboards across the area. Check them out through June 7. A special thank you to Marquee Media for making them possible!
Staying Connected – June 5
Parents, Students, and Friends,
We have a few updates as summer vacation begins for our families.
Our weekly communications will continue throughout the summer, providing updates on returning to school as well as normal reminders and updates when we start our 2020-2021 academic year.
God bless,
Dr. Michael Wood, Ed.D.
Dean’s response — a letter to our students
Reflections on Violence and Unrest
“Love your neighbor as yourself.’ There is no commandment greater than these.” Mark 12:31
To our Marauders – our students:
My heart is heavy. After speaking with several students, parents, and members of the faculty and staff over the last few days I wanted to reach out to you personally and directly. Let me start by saying that I unequivocally condemn the death of George Floyd, Breonna Taylor, Ahmaud Arbery and many others. This is not and should not be a political statement but rather a matter of basic human dignity.
Staying Connected – May 28
Parents, Students, and Friends,
As our 2019-2020 school year officially came to an end this week, our Jesuit Safe Return Task Force began its work, looking ahead for 2020-2021. Members of the task force are focusing on mitigating risk and making Jesuit High School Sacramento safe for students and staff to return to campus, and this focus encompasses all areas of our community. They are eager to incorporate your responses to the recent parent and student surveys about your COVID-19 remote experience, which provided needed insight as the task force prepares multiple scenarios for what may be a new education model.
Cap & Gown Pickup ‘Parade’ Brought Joy & Celebration to Jesuit Community
NBC, Fox 40 News, KCRA 3, CBS 13
Festive Cap and Gown Drive-Thru Pickup on Monday, May 4
Seniors and a car-full of their family were invited to drive through and pickup their caps and gowns. Faculty and staff lined up along the route, masked and respecting social distancing to wave homemade signs and cheer on cars. Relive the experience through the great coverage of some of our local stations.
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 Home on the Stage
The transition to Jesuit High School Sacramento for many freshmen is a crossroads for self-discovery and change. For Kevin Sheahan ’20, the Black Box Theater is the place where he found his passion and voice.
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.
Staying Connected – April 23
Parents and Friends,
Continued Easter joy to everyone, especially in these challenging weeks. As we return from what we hope was a restful break, we hope you were able to reset and prepare to finish the academic year via remote learning. Today we come to you with the core of our school — our religion, our faith.
Staying Connected – April 16
To Jesuit Sacramento Class of 2020
Our hearts break for you right now. We can only imagine the disappointment you feel each time we announce the extension of our remote learning. Now, learning that your graduation activities will not take place on campus on the original dates in May, your disappointment has likely turned into sadness. Please know that we, too, are sad that so many of your anticipated senior end-of-year traditions are unable to take place.