Cristo Rey San Diego High School

College Bound | Isaac M. is Headed to Santa Clara University

As our recent graduates prepare for their fall semester, we are continuing to celebrate the Class of 2026 and the college and career experiences that are shaping their next steps. 🎓

Next up is Isaac M., who is headed to Santa Clara University this fall. Isaac was accepted to several colleges and universities, including Cal Poly Pomona, CSU San Marcos, Illinois Institute of Technology, Loyola University Maryland, Saint Louis University, Santa Clara University, UC Riverside, University of San Diego, Villanova University, and Whitman College.

Isaac has been focused on engineering since his freshman year and was part of Cristo Rey’s robotics team, Coyote Codex. He also attended Santa Clara University’s Summer Engineering Seminar Program and can’t wait to officially become a Bronco this fall. Go Broncos!

Through the Corporate Work Study Program, Isaac gained real-world experience with Teague Insurance, CBRE, and WD-40. Across his placements, he built professional skills that will continue to support him in college and beyond.

Reflecting on how CWSP helped him grow, Isaac shared:

“One way that CWSP has helped me change the way for a young professional is networking. Being able to comfortably talk to others and connect with them will help me in college to make new friendships as well as being able to connect with future career opportunities.”

This fall, Isaac will begin his next chapter at Santa Clara University, bringing with him the confidence, curiosity, and professional experience he has built at Cristo Rey.

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Seguimos celebrando a nuestros recién graduados de la Clase del 2026 mientras se preparan para comenzar la universidad este otoño. 🎓

Isaac M. asistirá a Santa Clara University, una escuela con la que ha soñado desde 10th grade. Desde freshman year, Isaac se ha enfocado en la ingeniería, fue parte del equipo de robótica Coyote Codex y participó en el Summer Engineering Seminar Program de Santa Clara University.

🍦 Today, as we welcome the incoming Class of 2030 at our Ice Cream Social, we’re also looking back at the special moments when our Admissions team attended 8th grade graduations to celebrate our newest future Coyotes.

There is something especially meaningful about this moment for our Cristo Rey community. As we continue celebrating the Class of 2026 and all they have accomplished on their way to college, we are also excited to welcome the next class of students who are just beginning their Cristo Rey journey. It is a reminder of the full circle of what makes our school community so special, from students taking their first steps onto campus to graduates preparing for all that comes next.

We can’t wait to welcome the Class of 2030 and their families today for an afternoon of ice cream, games, activities, and community as they begin their time at Cristo Rey San Diego. Welcome, future Coyotes. We’re so glad you’re here. 💙🐾

Wednesday, June 17
4:30 PM to 7:00 PM
Sports Court

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🍦 Hoy, mientras le damos la bienvenida a la Clase del 2030 en nuestro Ice Cream Social, también recordamos los momentos tan especiales en los que nuestro equipo de Admissions acompañó las graduaciones de 8.º grado para celebrar a nuestros nuevos futuros Coyotes.

Hay algo muy especial en este momento para nuestra comunidad de Cristo Rey. Mientras seguimos celebrando a la Clase del 2026 y todo lo que ha logrado en su camino hacia la universidad, también nos emociona recibir a la próxima generación de estudiantes que apenas comienza su historia en Cristo Rey. Es un bonito recordatorio de todo lo que hace tan especial a nuestra comunidad escolar, desde los estudiantes que apenas llegan al campus hasta los graduados que ya se preparan para lo que viene después.

Estamos muy emocionados por recibir hoy a la Clase del 2030 y a sus familias para una tarde de nieve, juegos, actividades y convivencia mientras comienzan su tiempo en Cristo Rey San Diego. Bienvenidos, futuros Coyotes. Nos da muchísimo gusto tenerlos aquí. 💙🐾

Miércoles 17 de junio
4:30 PM a 7:00 PM
Sports Court

✨On the last day of school, our 9th, 10th, and 11th grade students came together for our second semester Community Day and end-of-year awards, a meaningful way to celebrate the hard work and growth that defined the 2025-2026 school year.

We were proud to recognize academic excellence across subjects and grade levels, celebrate Honor Roll achievement, and recognize students with end-of-year Corporate Work Study Program awards. For Semester 2, 51.7% of the Class of 2029, 53.3% of the Class of 2028, and 41.3% of the Class of 2027 earned Honors, High Honors, or Highest Honors.

Congratulations to all of our award recipients on a strong finish to the year. 💙

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🎓 En el último día de clases, nuestros estudiantes de 9.º, 10.º y 11.º grado se reunieron para nuestro Community Day del segundo semestre y la entrega de premios de fin de año, una manera muy especial de celebrar el esfuerzo y crecimiento que marcaron el ciclo escolar 2025-2026.

Nos dio mucho gusto reconocer la excelencia académica en distintas materias y grados, celebrar los logros de Honor Roll, y también reconocer a estudiantes con premios de fin de año del Corporate Work Study Program. En el segundo semestre, el 51.7% de la Clase del 2029, el 53.3% de la Clase del 2028 y el 41.3% de la Clase del 2027 obtuvieron Honors, High Honors o Highest Honors.

Felicidades a todos nuestros estudiantes reconocidos por cerrar el año con tanta fuerza. 💙

We are proud to celebrate Kimberly E. King, Vice President of our Corporate Work Study Program, as this year’s recipient of the Cristo Rey Network 2026 Outrageously Bold Award.

At Cristo Rey San Diego, we see every day how strong leadership and meaningful partnership create opportunity for students, and this recognition reflects the impact Kim has made on our school community.

As voted by her peers, Kim has strengthened our Corporate Work Study Program through data-driven systems, professionalism, high standards, and a deep commitment to best practices. Her leadership continues to strengthen the way we support students, supervisors, and business partners across San Diego.

For our current partners, Kim’s work has helped deepen the quality, consistency, and care behind each student placement. For future partners, her leadership reflects the thoughtful and mission-centered collaboration that makes Cristo Rey’s Corporate Work Study Program such a meaningful investment in student growth and the future workforce of our region.

Kim, thank you for your fearless leadership, your commitment to excellence, and the many ways you continue to expand opportunity for our students. We are proud to celebrate you and this well-deserved recognition.

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Estamos muy orgullosos de celebrar a Kimberly E. King, Vicepresidenta de nuestro Programa de Corporate Work Study, como la ganadora del premio 2026 Outrageously Bold de Cristo Rey Network.

En Cristo Rey San Diego vemos todos los días cómo el liderazgo fuerte y las alianzas con propósito crean oportunidades para nuestros estudiantes, y este reconocimiento refleja el impacto que Kim ha tenido en nuestra comunidad escolar.

Elegida por sus compañeros, Kim ha fortalecido nuestro Programa de Corporate Work Study con sistemas guiados por datos, profesionalismo, estándares altos y un gran compromiso con las mejores prácticas. Su liderazgo sigue fortaleciendo la manera en que apoyamos a estudiantes, supervisores y socios de trabajo en todo San Diego.

College Bound | Cathy N. is Headed to UC San Diego

As our recent graduates prepare for their fall semester, we are continuing to celebrate the Class of 2026 and the college and career experiences that are shaping their next steps. 🎓

Next up is Cathy N., who is headed to UC San Diego this fall. Cathy was accepted to several colleges and universities, including Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences, USD, Illinois Institute of Technology, Seattle University, CSU LA, CSU San Marcos, UC Riverside, UC San Diego, and UC Davis.
At UC San Diego, Cathy is excited to study Biological Anthropology as she continues working toward her goal of becoming an optometrist.

Through the Corporate Work Study Program, Cathy gained experience at Precision Diagnostics, Prometheus Laboratories, and Realty Income, where she began building professional skills in toxicology, healthcare-related settings, and corporate environments. Her interest in optometry also grew through her participation in the SD Squared Fellows Program, a STEM program with connections to UC San Diego and Illumina. Through this experience, Cathy was able to build valuable network connections and gain opportunities to shadow professionals in eye care, helping her explore the field firsthand.
Reflecting on her Work Study experience, Cathy shared:

“CWSP has changed how I show up as a young professional by taking into consideration the importance of collaboration skills in industry.”
This fall, Cathy will begin her next chapter at UC San Diego, bringing with her the communication, collaboration, and networking skills she has built at Cristo Rey.

Congratulations, Cathy! We are so proud of you and excited for all that comes next. Cristo Rey will always be a home base for you, and we can’t wait for you to come back and visit. 💙🐾

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Congratulations, Class of 2026! 🎓 With the 25-26 school year now complete, we are proud to once again celebrate the recent graduation of our Class of 2026.

This group made a lasting mark on Cristo Rey San Diego through their leadership, resilience, and many accomplishments. One of the most distinct qualities of the Class of 2026 was the way they lifted each other up and celebrated one another along the way. They left big shoes to fill, and their impact on our school community will be felt for years to come.

As we move into summer, we look forward to continuing to celebrate the Class of 2026 by sharing more grad stories, highlighting some of the 68 four-year universities that offered acceptances to our seniors, recognizing scholarships earned, and revisiting the many moments that made this graduation season so special.

We will also continue sharing memories from graduation and our end-of-year Work Study celebrations as we look back on the moments that made this season so meaningful.

We are so proud of this class and grateful for all they brought to Cristo Rey San Diego. Their example will continue to inspire the students coming behind them. 💙💛



Ahora que ya terminó el ciclo escolar 2025-26, queremos volver a felicitar a nuestra Clase de 2026 por su reciente graduación.

Este grupo dejó una huella muy especial en Cristo Rey San Diego con su liderazgo, esfuerzo y tantos logros. Una de las cualidades que más destacó en la Clase de 2026 fue la manera en que se apoyaron unos a otros y celebraron los logros de sus compañeros. Dejan la vara muy alta, y su impacto en nuestra comunidad escolar se va a sentir por mucho tiempo.

Durante el verano, seguiremos celebrando a la Clase de 2026 compartiendo más historias de nuestros graduados, destacando algunas de las 68 universidades de cuatro años que ofrecieron admisión a nuestros seniors, reconociendo las becas que lograron y recordando los muchos momentos que hicieron esta temporada de graduación tan especial.

Next up in our Class of 2026 Grad Series is Regina M., who is headed to UC Berkeley this fall. 🎓

Regina is the first Cristo Rey San Diego student to be accepted to UC Berkeley, marking an incredible milestone for her and our school community. Over the past four years, she has grown as a student, young professional, and leader through her Work Study placements at Latham & Watkins and Buchalter. Her experience at both law firms helped inspire her goal of pursuing a law degree.

Regina has also served as ASB President, Ambassador, Campus Ministry Kairos II Retreat Leader, and a leader in the Class of 2026. This year, she received the Excellence in Work Study Award, honoring her outstanding performance across all four years of work study.

Reflecting on her CWSP experience, Regina shared:

“After spending three years working in law firms, I’ve been able to see what the legal field is really like, and it reassured me that becoming a lawyer is something I truly want to pursue.”

This fall, Regina will continue her path at UC Berkeley, bringing with her the professionalism, confidence, and communication skills she has built at Cristo Rey.

Congratulations, Regina! We are so proud of you and excited for all that comes next. Cristo Rey will always be a home base for you, and we can’t wait for you to come back and visit. 💙🐾

As a reminder, our Baccalaureate Mass will take place on today, Thursday, May 28, at the University of San Diego, and our Commencement Ceremony will take place on tomorrow, Friday, May 29.

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🎉 Last week brought so much fun and school spirit to campus as we celebrated Spirit Week with dress down days, our Pep Rally, and a great sendoff to the end of the spring sports season.

From fun competitions between students and teachers to all the energy and excitement on campus, it was a great way to come together as a school community as we head into the final stretch of the school year. 💙🐾

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🎉 La semana pasada estuvo llena de mucha diversión y espíritu escolar en nuestro campus con Spirit Week, nuestros dress down days, el Pep Rally y una gran celebración para cerrar la temporada de deportes de primavera.

Desde las competencias divertidas entre estudiantes y maestros hasta toda la energía y emoción en campus, fue una muy bonita manera de convivir como comunidad escolar mientras nos acercamos al cierre del año escolar. 💙🐾

Countdown to Graduation | Dulce M. is Headed to Boston University

Next up in our Class of 2026 Grad Series is Dulce M., who is headed to Boston University this fall. 🎓

Over the past four years, Dulce has grown as a student, young professional, and college-bound leader. Through the Corporate Work Study Program, she gained real-world experience at C3, St. Therese of Carmel, and American Red Cross. At C3, she supported insurance work for a large company and was trusted with responsibilities that showed her what she is capable of in a professional setting.

Dulce was accepted to several colleges and universities, including Santa Clara University, University of Rochester, University of San Diego, Loyola Marymount University, Chapman University, Pepperdine University, UC Riverside, UC Santa Cruz, and more. After considering her options, Dulce ultimately decided to attend Boston University, excited by the opportunities in the city and the chance to experience life somewhere completely different from San Diego.

Looking back, Dulce shared how balancing school, work, and personal responsibilities helped her realize she was ready for college.

“Being able to manage all of that showed me that I could handle responsibility and push myself even when things got hard.”

This fall, Dulce will continue her path at Boston University, bringing with her the confidence, discipline, and determination she has built at Cristo Rey.

Congratulations, Dulce! We are so proud of you and excited for all that comes next. Cristo Rey will always be a home base for you, and we can’t wait for you to come back and visit. 💙🐾

As a reminder, our Baccalaureate Mass will take place on Thursday, May 28, at the University of San Diego, and our Commencement Ceremony will take place on Friday, May 29.

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