Cristo Rey Network

🚀 We’ve launched the Principals Fellowship Program, thanks to a generous three-year investment from The Howley Foundation! This exciting initiative aims to develop future school leaders within our network. Swipe to meet our amazing inaugural Principal Fellows:

* Adolfo Guevara – Cristo Rey San José Jesuit High School
* Deonté Greene – Cristo Rey Miami High School
* Mary Margaret Mills – Cristo Rey Research Triangle High School
* Josh Ramos – Cristo Rey Boston High School
* Gillian Wible – Cristo Rey Philadelphia High School

With in-person learning, webinars, coaching, and more, these rising leaders are set to make an impact!

📰 Read the full press release: https://www.cristoreynetwork.org/impact/news/news-details/~board/news-posts/post/cristo-rey-network-launches-inaugural-principals-fellowship-with-gift-from-the-howley-foundation

We're thrilled to announce a $2 million grant from the , marking the fourth consecutive year of support. This grant will provide invaluable college scholarships to graduating seniors in our Class of 2024 across 36 of our 39 Cristo Rey schools.

Recipients, named as Deloitte Foundation Scholars, will receive between $2,000 and $10,000 towards their chosen four-year degree in eligible majors like accounting, finance, mechanical engineering, and much more. This investment not only offers financial support but also represents a commitment to nurturing talent and empowering our youth to become the leaders of tomorrow.

Cristo Rey is immensely grateful for this donation and commitment to equitable access to education. Congratulations to the Class of 2024, and a heartfelt thank you to the Deloitte Foundation for making dreams come true!

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Belief inspires action. Fuel the future of our youth by donating to the Cristo Rey movement on National Giving Day!



Have you made a donation to Cristo Rey? Every cent counts!

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We're counting down... May 1st is the big day!

Our first national Giving Day committed to the Cristo Rey movement is an opportunity for new and longstanding supporters to ignite generosity for 24 hours to propel our mission!

Inspired by College Decision Day and the Feast of St. Joseph the Worker, we encourage you to 'dream bigger with our seniors!'

Set your alarms, turn on your notifications, and share the link with your friends, family, and coworkers: https://lnkd.in/d7Yvnium

Graduation season is right around the corner!

Seeing our seniors in their caps and gowns for the first time is always a great day! So here's a sneak peek at their senior class photo taken on the beautiful grounds of the Sisters of Charity of Cincinnati Motherhouse.

It is with deep sorrow that we inform you of the passing of Fr. Bradley Schaeffer, SJ, a cornerstone in the establishment of Cristo Rey. For those who had the privilege to know him, the loss is profound. And for those yet to discover his remarkable contributions, you may watch this enlightening video from our 2022 Annual Meeting, where Fr. Schaeffer shares the captivating origin story of Cristo Rey. On this Good Friday, please keep Fr. Schaeffer in your prayers, reflecting on the indelible mark he has left on our mission.

Cristo Rey Network 2022 Annual Meeting | Plenary Session

Enjoy this podcast!

On the new AMDG pod, Fr. John Foley, SJ, who helped found and was the first president of Cristo Rey Jesuit in Chicago and later led the Cristo Rey Network, shares stories of the early days and how they found such incredible success despite the odds. https://ow.ly/XEBs50R39Vb

This week, Cristo Rey Miami was selected as the 5th stop on the Yass Prize Roadshow for Opportunity. See highlights from the visit.

Roadshow for Opportunity: Cristo Rey Network - Yass Prize “Great Day!” Head of School and Valiant Cross Academy (VCA) Co-founder Anthony Brock announced from the podium. “Great Day!”, the boys and guests assembled responded. Great Day, indeed.

As we continue toward our college completion mission, we take a moment to celebrate the many successes of Cristo Rey students, nationwide. We're thrilled to share that 68% of Cristo Rey alumni who attended a Cristo Rey Network University Partner graduated with a Bachelor’s degree. Click below to view all the accomplishments we continue to celebrate.

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As Catholic colleges and universities adjust to a new legal landscape, since the Supreme Court curtailed race-conscious admissions this past June, so do Cristo Rey students and their families.

Click below to read more from America Magazine - The Jesuit Review on how Catholic institutions can continue their longstanding commitment to diversity in partnership with programs like ours.

Catholic universities need a new kind of affirmative action—for students aligned with their mission The Supreme Court has limited the consideration of race in admissions, but Catholic schools may still pursue diversity by selecting students likely to advance social justice after they graduate.

Big news for the Cristo Rey Network!

Cristo Rey Network Wins $500,000 in National Yass Prize Competition NEW YORK, NY – Yesterday, Cristo Rey Network, a national faith-based independent school network headquartered in Chicago, was named a finalist for the coveted Yass Prize and won a $500,000 STOP Award for Sustainable, Transformational, Outstanding, and Permissionless education at the third annual Y...

Our Corporate Work Study model gives our student associates a chance to gain exposure to different industries, which helps narrow down their interests and hone in on their career potential. Jorge Estudillo-Castillo, a graduate of Cristo Rey Jesuit High School - Twin Cities is pursuing his passion for the financial sector based on his banking experience at U.S. Bank.

High School Internship Program Helps Students Grow Careers in Banking NORTHAMPTON, MA / ACCESSWIRE / November 20, 2023 / U.S. BankPartnership and mentorship can help young people prepare to enter the workforcePhoto: Jorge Estudilo-Castillo, left, with mentor René Madrid. Originally published on U.S. Bank company blogFor ...

For the last 27 years, our dreams and vision for this movement have grown and become even more audacious. We invite you to read our 2023 Impact Report, which celebrates our expansion of the dream of a quality Cristo Rey education for students across the country this past year.

2023 Cristo Rey Network Impact Report Read 2023 Cristo Rey Network Impact Report by Cristo Rey Network on Issuu and browse thousands of other publications on our platform. Start here!

This school year has marked a year of growth for our Florida communities including Tampa, Miami, and Orlando. With the groundbreaking of the Cristo Rey Orlando High School's founding building and the construction of Cristo Rey Miami High School's newest facility, our leaders are creating spaces for Cristo Rey students to learn, thrive, and succeed.

Cristo Rey Orlando Official Groundbreaking Video November 8th, 2023 marked an incredible day of celebration! Not only was this a remarkable groundbreaking, but a substantial stride towards transforming drea...

It's a wrap!

To the many hands who made this four-day Accelerator Program a reality, we commend you for your intentional, and strategic sessions to help us elevate our mission to new heights. Thank you to the Yass Prize, Forbes, and The Center for Education Reform for this rare and unbelievable opportunity.

To our fellow finalists who continue to innovate and create change in the world of education, we thank you for your wisdom, your collaborative spirit, and for walking this journey with us.

We are proud to be among the 33 semifinalists for the 2023 Yass Prize who have the opportunity to gather in Miami this week. This final Accelerator Week is a jam-packed boot camp filled with lessons in business, policy, education practice, and pitching!

Shoutout to Yass Prize, Forbes, and The Center for Education Reform for this incredible experience.

Last week to vote!

Vote daily to help increase our chances of winning the Parents Choice Award of $100,000!

The Yass Prize | Parents Choice Award Vote now for your favorite Yass Prize semifinalist competing for the Parents Choice Award, to give them a chance to earn an additional $100k for their organization!

Dr. Tim Uhl, host of Catholic Schools Matter, a long-standing fan of Cristo Rey, and Secretary of Education for the Diocese of Buffalo, chatted with Kelby Woodard about our latest school opening in Orange County, our adaptive approach to remote work, and our semifinalist status for the Yass Prize.

‎Catholic School Matters: Kelby Woodard & Cristo Rey Network on Apple Podcasts ‎Show Catholic School Matters, Ep Kelby Woodard & Cristo Rey Network - Nov 5, 2023

We are thrilled to announce that the Yass Prize just named the Cristo Rey Network a semifinalist for the 2023 Yass Prize!

In addition, we are in the running for a $100,000 prize that will fuel a NEW innovation grant for several Cristo Rey Network schools to fund local innovative, high-impact projects. Vote daily to help increase our chances of winning the Parents Choice Award!

The Yass Prize | Parent Choice Awards Vote now for your favorite Yass Prize semifinalist competing for the Parent Choice Award, to give them a chance to earn an additional $100k for their organization!

We are thrilled to be among the 64 Yass Prize Quarterfinalists comprised of organizations and innovative providers committed to new ideas, technologies, and approaches to enhance the educational landscape.

We thank The Yass Foundation for Education, The Center for Education Reform, and Forbes for this outstanding opportunity.

64 Competitors for Million Dollar Prize Announced - Yass Prize WASHINGTON – Sixty-four education providers, including a diverse array of schools, community organizations and education technology providers, were named Quarterfinalists for the 2023 Yass Prize today during a live event from Washington, DC. The prestigious $1 million Yass Prize is considered the ...

In this special edition of our Alumni Magazine, we proudly present the Cristo Rey Network’s inaugural 40 Under 40 cohort. Click below to read more about these distinguished Cristo Rey alumni from across the country.

Cristo Rey Network Alumni Magazine | Fall 2023 The Cristo Rey Network National Alumni Association has published this inaugural 40 Under 40 publication in honor of 40 distinguished alumni under the age of 40 - all of which were nominated by their community leaders, fellow peers, and those they have inspired through their journey. These men and wo...

Thank you to Our Sunday Visitor for capturing the many voices that personify the true meaning and purpose of the Cristo Rey Network. Antonio Ortiz, president of Cristo Rey Jesuit H.S., Jesse Jovel, alum and VP of Corporate Work Study at Verbum Dei Jesuit High School, and Kelby Woodard, president and CEO of the Cristo Rey Network reflect on their continued dedication to opening the doors of opportunities to the many students we serve.

Cristo Rey Network schools prep low-income students for college, career In 1996, Cristo Rey Jesuit High School opened its doors in Chicago's predominantly Latino Pilsen neighborhood. To say Pilsen in the 90s was a tough neighborhood is an understatement; but where others saw peril, Father John P. Foley -- a grandfatherly, bespectacled, jovial Jesuit with a daring vision...

In the latest publication by Legatus, President and CEO of the Cristo Rey Network, Kelby Woodard, states how his previous experiences have built a strong foundation for his real passion which lies in education.

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This week, we announced Gonzaga University's continued commitment to educating and supporting Cristo Rey graduates on their path to achieving a Bachelor’s degree.

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Cristo Rey Fort Worth College Prep's second graduating class is resilient and college ready. The Class of 2023 has earned millions in scholarship offers and grants, including two QuestBridge recipients who earned over a combined $600,000 in scholarships.

Read more from Fort Worth Magazine.

Cristo Rey Fort Worth's Class of 2023 Is Taking Flight The school's second graduating class earned millions in scholarship offers and grants, including two QuestBridge recipients who earned over a combined $600,000 in scholarships.

"Her logic for volunteering is simple: She’s paying it forward.

Joyce, a senior and part of the first graduating class at Cristo Rey St. Viator, has donated her time each week serving at Catholic Charities of Southern Nevada, The Shade Tree, and Three Square Food Bank In Las Vegas while excelling in academics. These are just a few attributes that make her a qualified finalist for Citizen of the Year at the Las Vegas Sun Standout Awards.

Cristo Rey multisport athlete’s impact on community earns Standout recognition Joyce Calimag's logic to volunteering is simple: She’s paying it forward. “I’m giving back because they gave to me,” Calimag said. “Growing up, we were impoverished and needed resources from community groups. I want to help people facing ...

For the fifth consecutive year, Cristo Rey Jesuit High School Milwaukee's entire senior class has been accepted into college. Congratulations to the seniors, their educators, and their families for their dedication to academic excellence. Watch this TMJ4 News segment for all the excitement surrounding signing day.

Every student graduating from Cristo Rey accepted into college Cristo Rey Jesuit High School's graduating class is celebrating 100% college acceptance for the fifth consecutive year.

We create opportunities for underresourced youth in more than 30+ cities across the country. Holy Family Cristo Rey Catholic High School depicts this invaluable experience in four minutes. Watch now.

Holy Family Cristo Rey: Creating Opportunities This is "Holy Family Cristo Rey: Creating Opportunities" by Holy Family Cristo Rey on Vimeo, the home for high quality videos and the people who love them.