Cristo Rey Welcomes Students In A New $40 Million School

For some, it might be a little early to think about high school for your child. For others, the prospect is rapidly approaching. Cristo Rey High School in Philadelphia, a Catholic high school among the Cristo Rey network, might be the right choice for your child(ren). 

Currently, there are 35 Catholic high schools under the Cristo Rey network in the US, all modeled after the Cristo Rey Jesuit High School in Chicago. This particular Catholic high school in Philadelphia opened in 2012, but this fall began welcoming students in a new $40 million space. The building that was previously home to Cristo Rey did not offer students access to a full gym or an art room. Now, in the new building, they have both, and open spaces on each floor where students can work together and collaborate. The new building allows them more space to learn and grow. 

All of these tools, in addition to a college preparatory curriculum, provides students with everything they need to succeed not only throughout high school, but in preparation for their life after high school, whether this be college or work. Each Catholic school in the archdiocese of Philadelphia offers a rigorous curriculum with college in mind. However, Cristo Rey stands out among the other high schools with its work-study program. This program pairs students with local businesses where they work one day a week, with their wages going to the school to cover tuition. These invaluable experiences offer them experience in jobs they may want to pursue after high school. They may also spark an interest in a field they may choose to study in college.  

Cristo Rey is the ideal high school choice for students ambitiously thinking about their future. In 2016, all graduating seniors had been accepted into four-year colleges, and already had relevant work experience on their resumes. Your child’s future is important, and considering high school now, and continuing their journey with a Catholic education, is always something to consider.