Cristo Rey San José Jesuit High School & Corporate Work Study Program

Kicking Off the School Year: Cristo Rey SJ Students Start Their Corporate Work Study Placements! These past weeks mark the beginning of an exciting journey for Cristo Rey San Jose Jesuit High School students as they start their job placements with our Corporate Work Study Partners. These students are gaining more than just classroom knowledge—they're earning real-world experience at leading companies across Silicon Valley. Through our Corporate Work Study Program (CWSP), students from underserved communities combine their rigorous college prep education with hands-on work experience. Whether working on-premise, hybrid, or remote, our young professionals are ready to contribute meaningfully. For those in hybrid or remote roles, they continue to excel in our Remote Work Hub on campus. We’re still looking to place more of our talented students. If your organization is interested in making a meaningful impact while gaining enthusiastic and capable team members, let’s connect! Learn more about partnering with us here: https://lnkd.in/gcF4Cs34 #CristoReySJ #CorporateWorkStudy #SiliconValley #Education #WorkExperience #Partnership

Our deep thanks to Intero Foundation for the generous grant of $15,000, which will help support all instructional materials for our students this school year. As part of the full wrap-around support to help ensure student success, CRSJ provides all the necessary school supplies and materials needed by each and every student. This includes all notebooks, journals, binders, all art supplies (such as drawing pencils and sketchbooks), project-based materials( such as posters and markers), and all lab equipment and supplies for science class experiments. In addition to all supplies, textbooks and other books including novels for English and literature classes are provided. This valuable support helps Cristo Rey San José close the achievement gap by providing transformative educational opportunities and work experiences for youth from under-resourced backgrounds to fully realize their educational and professional potential. By providing all school supplies, our school’s goal is to relieve any additional burdens and alleviate additional stress on parents, guardians, and families, many of whom are already struggling with higher cost of living and inflationary pressures in Silicon Valley. Thank you Intero Foundation for believing in our students and our mission! Intero Real Estate Services Kraig Constantino Ana Maria Russo Lynette Morehead-Crum

🌟 A Night of Connection and Growth at the Cristo Rey Alumni Networking Event! 🌟 Last week, we had an incredible evening at the Cristo Rey Alumni Networking Night, hosted at the EY office in San Jose. With nearly 75 participants—including 40 of our amazing alumni, 27 dedicated volunteers, and 8 enthusiastic CRSJ team members—the event was a tremendous success! A special thank you to Constant Djacga, Donoghue Clarke, and Rebecca Villalobos for not only providing the perfect venue but also for your unwavering support of Cristo Rey San Jose and our Corporate Work Study Program. Your commitment to our mission continues to make a profound impact on our community. The energy in the room was palpable as alumni connected with professionals, participated in speed-networking sessions, and shared stories of their career journeys. It was inspiring to see so many alumni actively engaged and even stepping in to volunteer, ensuring that the night ran smoothly despite our slightly lopsided numbers! Events like this highlight the strength of our Cristo Rey family and the importance of the ongoing support from our corporate partners. Thank you to everyone who made the night memorable! We look forward to many more opportunities to connect and grow together. #CristoReyFamily #AlumniNetworking #CorporateWorkStudy #ThankYou #CommunitySupport

📚 School is back in session! 🤩 Last week, the Cristo Rey San José Jesuit High School community welcomed students back onto campus with a first day of school assembly and Mass of the Holy Spirit. This year's school theme Ad Majorem Dei Gloriam (AMDG), which translates to "For the greater glory of God," reminds us of our mission to form leaders who are academically strong, spiritually grounded, and deeply committed to the Jesuit values of service and justice. We look forward to an amazing year ahead of rekindling faith and learning for all our students! #JesuitEducated #AMDG #ToAndThroughCollege

🌟 Celebrating the Success of Our Alumni! 🌟 We are incredibly proud of Moises Vences, Cristo Rey San Jose Class of 2023 and current UC Merced student, for his outstanding achievements during his summer internship at BILL. Moises's journey with BILL is a testament to the incredible value our Corporate Work Study Program (CWSP) partners bring to our students, not just during their high school years, but well into their college and early-career paths. At Cristo Rey, we are committed to ensuring that our alumni continue to grow and thrive in their professional journeys. We are immensely grateful to BILL for not only providing Moises with this opportunity but also for their ongoing support of our CWSP and our alumni. Our alumni deeply value the relationships they form with CWSP partners during their high school years, and many, like Moises, actively seek out opportunities with these companies as they move forward in their careers. To our valued partners: if you have any college internship or early-in-career opportunities, we would love to collaborate with you! Reach out to Cristo Rey SJ's Alumni Career Services at [email protected], and we will share your opportunities with our talented alumni network. Together, we can continue to build pathways to success for our alumni and strengthen our community of partners. Thank you, BILL, for making a lasting impact on Moises and for your unwavering support of Cristo Rey's mission! #CristoReyFamily #CorporateWorkStudy #AlumniSuccess #CareerGrowth #ThankYou

Calling all Cristo Rey San José Jesuit High School alumni & Silicon Valley industry professionals with an interest in connecting great, young humans w/ great professional opportunities & career advice! 🎉 🌆 😎 Join us for this in person networking event as a 1) CRSJ alum, 2) interested volunteer, 3) CWSP Partner rep or 4) all of the above! You can RSVP here: https://lnkd.in/gkFniucx Thank you to longstanding CWSP Partner, EY, for hosting us - especially Rebecca Villalobos & Constant Djacga! #youngprofessionals #theschoolthatworks #mentoringgoesbothways #CRSJ #CWSP #powerofpartnership #alumniwhowork #opportunities #firstgen #SiliconValleynetwork

𝗖𝗮𝗹𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗔𝗹𝗹 𝗜𝗻𝗻𝗼𝘃𝗮𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗽𝗮𝗻𝗶𝗲𝘀: 𝗕𝗲𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗲 𝗮 𝗣𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗻𝗲𝗿 𝗶𝗻 𝗖𝗿𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗼 𝗥𝗲𝘆'𝘀 𝗖𝗼𝗿𝗽𝗼𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗪𝗼𝗿𝗸 𝗦𝘁𝘂𝗱𝘆 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗴𝗿𝗮𝗺! The new school year is just around the corner, but it's not too late to make a significant impact! We are still seeking exciting partners for our unique Corporate Work Study Program (CWSP) for the upcoming school year. 𝗪𝗵𝘆 𝗣𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗻𝗲𝗿 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗨𝘀? • 𝗧𝗮𝗹𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗣𝗶𝗽𝗲𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗲: Gain access to bright, motivated students who bring fresh perspectives and enthusiasm to your workplace. • 𝗖𝗼𝗿𝗽𝗼𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗦𝗼𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗥𝗲𝘀𝗽𝗼𝗻𝘀𝗶𝗯𝗶𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘆: Showcase your commitment to education and community development, aligning with your CSR goals. • 𝗖𝗼𝘀𝘁-𝗘𝗳𝗳𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗦𝘁𝗮𝗳𝗳𝗶𝗻𝗴: Supplement your workforce with eager learners at a fraction of the typical employment cost. • 𝗦𝗸𝗶𝗹𝗹 𝗗𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗹𝗼𝗽𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁: Provide mentorship and real-world experience to the next generation of leaders. Join us in shaping the future workforce while enhancing your company's community impact. Together, we can create opportunities that transform lives and build a brighter future. 𝗥𝗲𝗮𝗱𝘆 𝘁𝗼 𝗠𝗮𝗸𝗲 𝗮 𝗗𝗶𝗳𝗳𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲? Contact us today to learn more about becoming a CWSP partner for the upcoming school year. Let’s work together to empower students and drive positive change in our community. 📧 Contact Stephen Terlizzi or Celeste Giusti 🌐 https://lnkd.in/gzeWQewC #CorporatePartnerships #WorkStudyProgram #EducationMatters #CommunityImpact #CristoReySJ

As our school prepares for the 2024-25 school year, we welcomed new teachers and staff yesterday. They learned about the Cristo Rey Network, our Jesuit guiding principles, and all the different teams on campus. In addition, this cohort learned about the history of the Five Wounds Church and the San José Portuguese community from Emeritus Board member Davide Vieira, and rode our Work Study vans to visit East Side non-profit agency Amigos de Guadalupe Center for Justice & Empowerment. CRSJ Class of 2018 alum Jessica Lopez made us all proud as she described her passion for giving back to the East Side community after her graduation from USF. We know these mission-driven educators and staff will make such a difference in our students’ lives. Go Lions! #TheSchoolThatWorks #ToAndThroughCollege

🎉 What an incredible experience we had at Cristo Rey San Jose Jesuit High School's Summer Bridge Expo! 🎉 Last week, our approximately 130 enthusiastic rising 9th graders and transfer students participated in an event that truly encapsulates the spirit of our Corporate Work Study Program (CWSP). The Expo provided a unique opportunity for our CWSP Partners to meet our newest student workers and for our students to get a firsthand look into the vibrant cultures of our Partner companies. Our Partners showcased their organizations by engaging in speed-networking sessions with the students, sharing insights into the kinds of work their student workers will be involved in. The energy was palpable, and it was inspiring to see our students connect with professionals and start building the foundations of their careers. A heartfelt thank you to all our CWSP Partners for making this event a success and for your unwavering support. Your participation not only helps shape the future of our students but also enriches our entire community. Berliner Cohen, LLP, Joseph J. Albanese, Inc., San Francisco Bay University, KPMG, City of San José, Healthier Kids Foundation, Palo Alto Networks, Microsoft, NVIDIA, Hispanic Foundation of Silicon Valley, McCarthy Development, Moss Adams, Cadence Design Systems, The Sobrato Organization, Amigos de Guadalupe Center for Justice & Empowerment, PARTI Program Want to learn more about Cristo Rey and our innovative Corporate Work Study Program? Click here (www.cristoreysj.org) to explore how we're bridging the gap between education and the professional world. #CristoReySJ #CWSP #SummerBridgeExpo #FutureLeaders #CorporateWorkStudy #StudentSuccess #ThankYouPartners

🚀 Exciting Day of Learning at Cristo Rey SJ! 🚀 This week, our incoming 9th graders and transfer students had an unforgettable experience as part of our 2024 Summer Bridge Program. We piloted an initiative to immerse our young professionals in the real-world workplace environment by visiting some of our esteemed Corporate Work Study Program (CWSP) partners. A heartfelt thank you to our incredible partners for making this day so impactful: 🐾 Humane Society Silicon Valley 🎓 San Francisco Bay University 🏥 Healthier Kids Foundation 🏛️ City of San José 🌟 Latina Coalition of Silicon Valley Our students were thrilled to gain firsthand insights into various industries, understand workplace dynamics, and envision their future career paths. This initiative is a testament to our commitment to bridging education with real-world experience, setting our students on the path to success. Want to learn more about Cristo Rey and our unique Corporate Work Study Program? Click here (www.cristoreysj.org) to discover how we are transforming education and providing unparalleled opportunities for our students! #CristoReySJ #CWSP #SummerBridge2024 #RealWorldExperience #FutureLeaders #CorporatePartners #EducationAndWork