Ninth grade Theology teacher Scott Delatte ’06 explains the rich depictions in The Holy Name of Jesus Chapel. After Delatte answered questions about the imagery in the chapel, he explained that the saints depicted in those images are more alive now than they were when they were on Earth because they are in the constant presence of God. To end the lecture, he led the singing of the litany of saints that resulted in a beautiful chorus to end the school day. 

Jesuit is not only trying to defeat Holy Cross on the gridiron, but also on the chin-up bar. Each year, The Great American Rivalry Series sponsors a chin-up contest between the two schools, and freshman Connor LaCour is doing his best to make sure that his chin, and the Jays, finish on top. 

Students gather in The Chapel of the North American Martyrs to celebrate the Feast of the Archangels. This student Mass was a special one as the whole student body was able to congregate at one time to honor the Holy Sacrifice for the first time in over a year. 

Senior cheerleaders James Alvarez and Benjamin Babin explain the role of cheerleaders and the excitement of being on the sideline of every football and basketball game during the first rush day event. Over the next two days, the Jesuit student body will be exposed to over 40 different clubs and co-curriculars given the opportunity to learn and delve deeper into the Jesuit High School community. Co-curriculars are an extremely important part of what makes the Jesuit experience memorable and impactful, so if you are a pre-freshman or a senior, do not hesitate to check out the commons during lunch to find your next favorite hobby.  

Senior standout linebacker Dennis Dougherty addresses his fellow Blue Jays during Friday morning assembly in Jesuit’s Traditions Courtyard. As Welcome Weeks is set to reach its end, the Jesuit student council has a special pep rally planned for 2 p.m. today in the Benson Arena to prepare the student body for a Friday night matchup with the Crusaders from Brother Martin. 

During the first half of lunch, junior class president Will Sheridan tries to fool fellow students by hiding a ball under three cups. The students were never fooled. Next up for welcome week is diet training that will take place tomorrow during both lunch periods. 

The Jesuit drumline returns to regular practices as all Blue Jays return to campus after evacuating from hurricane Ida. Eager to get back on the sticks, the drumline filled up the Jesuit auditorium with pleasant cadences in anticipation for their return to the gridiron and concerts alike. 

With no electricity or running water on campus, the Holy Name of Jesus Chapel—known by students and alumni as the “small chapel” on campus— continues to be used by the community of Jesuits on Carrollton & Banks. In this rare photo, the iconic stained glass windows are opened to allow airflow into the chapel. Click here to glimpse Fr. John Brown, S.J., conducting the Rite of Eucharistic Exposition and Benediction assisted by Jeff Miraflor, S.J., while Fr. Stephen Kramer, S.J., looks on in prayer.

Biology teacher Matthew Firmin ’10 oversees two of his two ninth grade students as they progress in their pH lab. For one of the first labs of the year, students were asked to mix different compounds and test the pH level of each. Firmin picked this exercise to instill the scientific method in his young students as a tool that can carry them throughout their Jesuit careers. 

Eighth grader Ryder Comboy plays “Rock, Paper, Scissors” to determine which class had to begin singing the Jesuit Alma Mater in the Jesuit Courtyard. Two theology classes, taught by Peter Flores ’09, squared off in a good ole fashioned “Alma Mater Off” after school on Tuesday. With a large number of Blue Jays gathered and co-band director Mr. Giaccone judging, slot six took home the prize of best performance over slot five in a highly contested battle of the voices. 

Fr. Robert Murphy, S.J.,’95, UCS Vocation Promoter, leading prayer at morning assembly in the Jesuit Traditions Courtyard. Fr. Murphy encouraged everyone to pray for vocations, especially for those who are experiencing a pull to the priesthood that they may embrace the grace that God has provided. 

Senior baseball standout Holden Hess hits the gong during morning assembly in the Jesuit courtyard. Student body president Joe Liberto hyped up the entire student body throughout the presentation as the gong looks to become a permanent fixture on campus. 

Theology teacher Roger Bacon ’10 speaks with students during lunch in the Jesuit courtyard. Eighth grade students are reminded that “8th Grade Night” at John Ryan Stadium begins at 6:45 p.m. with activities and games to shortly follow. 

Some would say that Jesuit started the chicken wars, but now we are officially ending them. Stop by the newly renovated cafeteria during lunch to get your hands on this fried piece of poultry. 

Communications director Christian Bautista ’06 speaks to new and returning parents about the Jesuit website. The annual breakfast welcomed parents into the Jesuit community and reminded experienced ones of the improvements since they last saw them. Jesuit president Fr. John Brown, S.J., IT department head Jordan Holmer ’12, and Eighth grade counselor Robin Rhodes also spoke about CANVAS, study tips, and the current state of Jesuit High School among other topics. 

Junior Carter Dusang walks down the steps into the courtyard shortly after the final bell rings for the day. Following a two day week, Jesuit students can now claim that they made it through their first academic Monday of the 2021-2022 school year. By getting through this threshold, students can now look forward to Welcome Week and other fall school activities.