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Jesuit Sacramento: A Co-Divisional High School
1 School, 2 Divisions…Welcoming girls and boys starting in Fall 2027
Co-divisional is an innovative approach to learning and student development. Co-divisional means Jesuit High School Sacramento is one school featuring two academic divisions, a Boys Division and a Girls Division. This preserves the benefits of single-sex education while offering vibrant, integrated co-curricular experiences. Creation of two divisions makes this educational model different from a traditional co-ed school setting, where boys and girls are integrated in all aspects of their daily school life.
“This is a moment of transformation,” said President Chris Alling. “Guided by our Ignatian values and the pioneering spirit of our founders, we are shaping a future where innovation and tradition unite.”
Girls, both freshmen and transfers, will have the opportunity to attend Jesuit beginning with the 2027-2028 school year. Watch for more information about Open House and the Admissions process coming in summer 2026.
Rooted in tradition, centered in excellence, inspired by innovation, and guided by Ignatian values, we are building a strong and vibrant future for our students.
A co-divisional environment will:
- Prepare students more fully for college, the workplace, and their personal lives
- Foster empathy, collaboration, and mutual respect
- Extend access to Jesuit, Catholic, and Ignatian education and formation to young women in the Sacramento region
- Support enrollment strength, academic excellence, and the school’s sustained institutional health
Jesuit High School Sacramento has always strived to lead in advancing Catholic education, and this transition to a co-divisional model continues that legacy.
Advancing Our Campus
Contractor Update and Reimagined Campus Spaces
Contractor Selection
In support of Phase One campus updates, Jesuit High School has selected Descor Builders as the general contractor.
Partner Schools Reception
Spring 2026
We were grateful to welcome a group of parochial and partner school principals, administrators, and 8th grade teachers to campus for an evening of conversation, connection, and shared mission. Chris Alling and Dr. Michael Wood ’99 shared Jesuit’s vision and current planning for the co‑divisional model, including how this next chapter creates new opportunities for partnership—particularly around admissions visits and ways prospective students can experience Jesuit prior to applying.
Jesuit High School Advances Co‑Divisional Vision with the Appointment of Katie Abbott as Dean of Students for the Girls Division
Experienced educational leader joins Jesuit one year ahead of co‑divisional launch, reflecting the school’s commitment to intentional preparation, student belonging, and the Jesuit mission.
Jesuit High School Sacramento is proud to announce the hiring of Katie Abbott as Dean of Students for the Girls Division, a key milestone as the school continues its preparations to welcome young women to campus in fall 2027. Abbott will begin her role Aug. 1, 2026, a full academic year ahead of the launch of the co‑divisional model. Appointing the Dean of Students for the Girls Division well in advance of welcoming the first class of girls represents a strategic investment in the school’s future.
Cell Phone–Free School Day Launching Fall 2026
Beginning with the 2026–27 school year, Jesuit High School Sacramento will implement a cell phone–free school day to support student learning, presence, and whole‑person formation.
To advance Jesuit High School Sacramento’s ongoing commitment to student learning, whole-person formation, and a healthy campus culture, Jesuit Sacramento will implement a cell phone–free school day beginning in the fall of 2026.
Jesuit Community Demonstrates Strength, Confidence, and Forward Momentum
The Jesuit Gala & Auction was an extraordinary evening—and it was extraordinary because of you! Your generosity, engagement, and belief in Jesuit High School Sacramento came together in a truly powerful way.
Because of your support, more than $900,000 was raised for our students. This remarkable total is not just a number; it represents opportunities created, programs strengthened, and lives shaped through a Jesuit education.
Jesuit High School Sacramento Sets Standard with Comprehensive Sports Medicine Program
Integrative approach to performance and care supports student-athletes from prevention to recovery
Jesuit High School Sacramento continues to distinguish itself in student-athlete development through a comprehensive and integrated sports medicine program that prioritizes both performance and long-term health. At the core of this program is the collaboration between Head Athletic Trainer Dr. Jamie Superak and Performance Coordinator Jay Nacionales, whose partnership creates a unified approach to injury prevention, treatment, and athletic development.
A Night of Impact: A Look at Jesuit’s Gala and Auction
An amazing evening and powerful reminder of community
While you may not have been able to join us Saturday night, we wanted to share the incredible success of the 54th Annual Jesuit Gala & Auction, made possible by the strength and generosity of supporters like you.
Head Varsity Coach, Multiple Positions Open: Girls Division
Jesuit High School Sacramento is currently looking to fill head coaching positions in Athletics for the new Girls Division athletic programs opening in the 2027-2028 school year. All are seasonal & stipend positions.
CIF Sports By Season
Fall: Cross Country, Flag Football, Golf, Tennis, Volleyball, and
Water Polo
Winter: Basketball, Soccer, and Wrestling
Spring: Lacrosse, Softball, Swimming & Diving, and Track & Field
A Jesuit Education for the Next Generation: Faith, Service, and the Future
Tom Arndorfer ’81, a longtime Jesuit leader and alum, reflects on the five-century tradition of Jesuit education and the decisions that ensure its future. From personal stories of affordability, brotherhood, and faith to leading Jesuit High School Portland through transformative growth, he shares why welcoming girls to the historically all-boys campus was a turning point for stability, excellence, and Ignatian identity.
Forming Leaders for the World: The Jesuit Mission in Action
Jesuit alum and campus minister Adam McGrew ‘15 reflects on the school’s mission of cura personalis (care for the whole person) and how Jesuit education helps students discover their passions, cultivate their gifts, and grow into confident leaders. Through academic excellence, spiritual formation, and personal mentorship, Jesuit prepares students not only to succeed, but to serve as agents of change for God’s greater glory.
Securing the Future of Jesuit: Why Co-Divisional Matters
Board of Trustees Chair Kelly Brothers ’82 explains the long-term thinking behind the decision—one rooted in sustainability, excellence, and preparing Jesuit for the next generation. Drawing on statewide demographic trends following the Great Recession, he shares how fewer school-age students in the years ahead will impact schools across California, and why Jesuit is taking proactive steps now rather than reacting later. The board’s responsibility is not to focus on a single year—but to ensure Jesuit thrives five, 10, 20, and even 25 years into the future.
Jesuit’s Excellence Starts With Its Teachers
What makes Jesuit High School truly special? Chris Chandley ’93 shares why it starts with the teachers. From award-winning artists and published writers to coaches, musicians, and global scholars, Jesuit’s faculty brings remarkable depth, passion, and care into the classroom and beyond. This is the kind of environment where students are challenged, supported, and inspired every day by educators who model curiosity, creativity, and lifelong learning.
Jesuit High School Receives Record $2 Million Gift from Alumnus Joseph Baratta ’89 to Support Co-Divisional Transition
Jesuit High School Sacramento is honored to announce a landmark $2 million gift from Joseph ’89 and Abigail Baratta, marking the largest single unrestricted donation the school has ever received. This extraordinary contribution serves as a powerful catalyst for Jesuit Sacramento’s bold transition to a Co-Divisional model, expanding future opportunities for all students while strengthening the school’s 63-year legacy of excellence, faith, and service.
Billy ’98 and Jessaca Downing Deliver $1 Million Gift to Support Jesuit High School Co-Divisional Transition
Jesuit High School Sacramento announces a transformational $1 million gift from Billy ’98 and Jessaca Downing to support the school’s historic transition to a Co-Divisional model. The Downings’ unrestricted and unconditional gift will help modernize key facilities and learning spaces, ensuring all students have equitable access to the resources they need to thrive throughout their academic journey.
Key Transition Milestones
includes December's "Where We Are" update
Updates
Where We Are: Building the Path Forward
posted Dec 18, 2025
As shown in our milestone timeline, Jesuit is in the “Pathways & Proceeding Groups Built Out” phase, laying the groundwork for a smooth co-divisional transition. Here are a few things happening now:
Continuing Jesuit’s Mission — Strengthening Our Future
A Message from the Board of Trustees Chair Kelly Brothers ’82
Dear Marauder Family,
For more than 60 years, Jesuit High School Sacramento has remained true to its mission: forming young people of conscience, competence, and compassion. As we look to the future, we do so with the same purpose and faith, preparing to transition to a Co-Divisional model beginning in the 2027–28 school year.
This approach will preserve single-sex formation while expanding shared opportunities, ensuring Jesuit continues to thrive for generations to come.
Jesuit High School Sacramento Announces Historic Transition to Co-Divisional Education Model
Jesuit High School Sacramento, a cornerstone of Catholic education in the region for over six decades, proudly announces a bold and mission-driven evolution: beginning in Fall 2027, Jesuit Sacramento will welcome its first cohort of young women, becoming the only co-divisional high school in California.
This transformative decision, overwhelmingly approved by the Jesuit High School of Sacramento Board of Trustees, reflects a deep commitment to the school’s founding mission and a visionary response to the changing educational landscape. The new co-divisional model will feature two distinct academic divisions—a Boys Division and a Girls Division—preserving the benefits of single-sex education while offering vibrant, integrated co-curricular experiences.