Nick Araj ’21
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Nick Araj ’21
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Accomplished past leads Valedictorian Donovan Jasper ’21 towards the future
Given to a senior in recognition of his outstanding achievements during his high school years, the Valedictorian award is among the most prestigious awards that are handed out at graduation each year. For the Class of 2021 at Jesuit High School Sacramento, Donovan Jasper ’21 took home the award.
A one of a kind student, Peter Wisner ’21 makes his mark on Jesuit High School
Upon graduation, students at Jesuit High School Sacramento aim to embody the five principles of the Grad at Grad. One of the values, intellectual competence, is something few students personify as much as Peter Wisner ’21.
Jesuit students participate in the competition to create a perfect March Madness bracket
Every year during the month of March and going into April, millions of people in the United States tune into the NCAA March Madness tournament, a single-elimination tournament that includes 68 Division I college basketball programs.
After losing to premier football program, Jesuit prepares for Monte Vista
After losing a tough game against one of the nation’s perennial high school football powerhouses in De La Salle High School, Jesuit High School Sacramento will match up against the Monte Vista High School Mustangs of Danville, CA on Saturday, April 10.
Father Tom Lucas S.J. ’70 to give lecture on the arts and Jesuit tradition
Back at Jesuit High School Sacramento for the first time in 50 years after becoming the pastor at St. Ignatius Loyola Parish, Father Tom Lucas S.J. ’70 will be the guest speaker at the school’s 2nd Annual President’s Ignatian Lecture on Feb. 11 at 7:00 p.m.
Jesuit brings community together with first Spirit Activity
In an attempt to bring the school’s community together, Jesuit High School Sacramento held its first Spirit Activity event of the semester on Jan. 13.
Gonzaga University extends Jesuit-like community and experience into college
Year after year, one of the most popular destinations for seniors who graduate from Jesuit High School Sacramento is Gonzaga University in Spokane, Washington.
Mid-Week Support Wednesdays, a multi-purpose day that gives the Jesuit Community a break from screens
At the start of the second quarter at Jesuit High School Sacramento, a schedule change was made. The new addition was Mid-Week Support Wednesdays, a day off from classes breaking up the school week to provide students a break from the hard work they have been doing and to take time to recuperate.
Mr. Kyle Trivits joins Jesuit Community with new insights and perspectives
Following a 2019-2020 school year which saw a number of staff and faculty members retire, Jesuit High School Sacramento was in need of new additions to fill vacant positions. One of the many new hires Jesuit made this summer was Mr. Kyle Trivits, who joined the English Department.
A star in the making, Darren Baker ’17 looks to finish collegiate success ahead of MLB hopes
Over the years, Jesuit High School Sacramento has produced a great deal of baseball talent. One of the school’s more recent baseball grads, Darren Baker ’17, is an infielder at UC Berkeley with aspirations of playing in the Major Leagues.
Big Brothers find new ways to connect with Little Brothers amid COVID-19 shutdown
This school year, being a senior Big Brother at Jesuit High School Sacramento has held a different meaning than ever before. Due to COVID-19, Big Brothers were unable to host the welcoming Freshmen Overnight Retreat, forcing new plans to be made for connecting the Jesuit brotherhood.