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John Faris ’24 models service
John Faris ’24 has made his mark on the Jesuit community by modeling the behavior of a servant-leader.
Opinion: Behind the odds
Gambling is one of the fastest growing industries in the world. According to data collected by the Federal Trade Commission, as stated in their “Daily News” press release, the global online gambling market size was valued at 63.53 billion United States Dollars (USD) in 2022, and is expected to grow quickly at a compound annual growth rate of 11.7% from 2023 to 2030.
Promoting student well-being from the Dean’s Office
This year a familiar face has rejoined the Jesuit High School Sacramento community. Dean Joey Elftmann from the class of 2000 has quickly become known throughout the community as a friendly and outgoing face, who eagerly works to ensure the wellbeing of all students.
Basketball mid-league review
From Jan. 10 to Jan. 19, the Jesuit High School Sacramento varsity basketball team played a total of six games. Jesuit won four of these games and lost the other two, giving them a record of 14-7 for the season and 5-1 in league play.
Jesuit wins Holy Hoops in a nail biter
This year’s Holy Hoops game between Jesuit High School Sacramento and Christian Brothers High School couldn’t have been closer. The two teams were evenly matched for the whole game, with neither team ever building a definitive lead.
Gardening Club sprouts interest in plant care
Last year, Jayden Canio ’25 and Justin Paredes ’25 founded the Gardening Club. Since its inception, the club has introduced students to the importance of plant care and how rewarding garden work can be.
Jesuit swim team prepares for final Delta League Championship
Jesuit High School Sacramento had a hugely successful 2023 swim and dive season, winning the league title, the section title, and finished 10th in the California Interscholastic Federation (CIF) State Swimming and Diving Championships. This year, the team aims to build upon that success and dominate in Jesuit’s final year in the Delta League.
Caleb Dixon ’24: leading by doing, on and off the field
Caleb Dixon ’24 is renowned for his charismatic leadership and his caring heart. As a star football player, a member of the senior retreat team, and president of Black Student Union (BSU), his impact has been felt all over Jesuit High School Sacramento’s campus.
Opinion: “The Creator”: stunning visuals can’t save a mediocre story
Filmmaker Gareth Edwards’s much-anticipated original sci-fi film “The Creator” was released in theaters on Sept. 30, 2023, and it failed to live up to the hype. This movie is disappointing because it feels as cookie-cutter and one-note as the typical blockbuster fare, despite it being one of the few sci-fi movies released in the past few years that is not attached to a series.
Moorings promotes creative expression from students
Moorings is Jesuit High School Sacramento’s student-run literary arts journal, made to present student art in many different mediums. The journal showcases paintings, sculptures, photography, poetry, and prose.
Opinion: Why lacrosse is underrated
Lacrosse is a severely underappreciated sport that deserves to be played, watched, and known by way more people. It is a game of skill and physicality that leads to enjoyable moments for both viewers and players.
Opinion: “My Pandemic Love Story” strikes a perfect balance
Students from Jesuit High School Sacramento joined students from Saint Francis High School and Rio Americano High School to produce the Fall Play event entitled “My Pandemic Love Story” (MPLS). Through song, dance, and monologue, the performers relived and revealed the realities they experienced during the COVID-19 pandemic.
“Lessons & Carols” was a resounding success
On Dec. 3 and 4, Jesuit High School Sacramento hosted its 15th annual “Lessons & Carols” performances. The voices of the Jesuit and St. Francis High School chamber choirs joined to fill the Chapel of the North American Martyrs with harmony and hope.
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.