Brebeuf Jesuit Viewbook

Four years of discovery and growth begins at Brebeuf Jesuit

BREBEUF JESUIT CORE VALUES Education of the whole person A caring and diverse community The greater glory of God

Brebeuf Jesuit Mission Statement Brebeuf Jesuit, a Catholic and Jesuit school, provides an excellent college preparatory education for a lifetime of service by forming leaders who are intellectually competent, open to growth, loving, religious and committed to promoting justice. Fostering a culture of understanding and dialogue, Brebeuf Jesuit seeks and welcomes students from diverse religious, ethnic and socio-economic backgrounds. Students at Brebeuf Jesuit are called to discover and cultivate the fullness of their God-given talents as a responsibility and as an act of worship.

AMDG

Brebeuf Jesuit refers to this ultimate goal of their education using the Ignatian creed: “AMDG” Ad Majorem Dei Gloriam - “for the Greater Glory of God.”

Academics 12:1

Student-Faculty Ratio

10%

of each class involved in selective Ignatian Scholars Program

35%

of Brebeuf students receive financial aid, with $3.5 million in financial aid awarded anually

Robust curriculum offering more than

The RIGOROUS ACADEMIC CURRICULUM of Brebeuf Jesuit is reflected in all that we do.

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Honors, AP, and Dual Credit Courses

200:1

Academic Counselor Ratio

From the graduation requirements to the expectations set forth by teachers, our students are held to a higher standard. This higher standard is ingrained in the fabric of a typical school day at Brebeuf – through Personal Responsibility Time (PRTs), student-teacher relationships that extend beyond the classroom, and peers who consistently push each other to achieve higher. Brebeuf students never stop at “good enough” – they strive for excellence. And, while the Brebeuf

classroom can be seen as challenging, it is that challenge that elevates our students above their peers. Upon graduation, Brebeuf students are prepared, not only for the demands of college, but also for the demands of the world.

Students are pushed to explore their beliefs, question social norms, and fight for their convictions. It is this knowledge of self, coupled with exceptional academic skills, that sets Brebeuf graduates up for lifelong success.

Community Service and Co-Curriculars 10,000+

Community Service hours completed by students

More than

30

Co-Curricular Clubs available

Average student participates in

2 or more clubs More than

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community agencies served by students

At the core of all clubs and co-curriculars is the requirement to have a service initiative to benefit the community. Through their leadership in co-curriculars and clubs, students at Brebeuf learn to use their gifts and interests to make the world a better place! Our dynamic Community Service Program partners with over 40

Clubs, co-curriculars, and community service opportunities provide outlets for students to pursue their EXTRACURRICULAR INTERESTS while developing leadership skills and increasing their community involvement.

local humanitarian agencies to model the Jesuit faith and nurture an authentic awareness in every student. Through over 40 hours of real-life service and an eye-opening Social Justice course, each student at Brebeuf transforms into a true man or woman for others.

College Counseling 3.6

Average GPA

160:1

Student to counselor ratio Recommended ratio is 250:1

$29,000,000+ College scholarships awarded

55% In-state

45%

Out of State

167

AP Scholars

The college counseling staff will ensure that students are exposed to the full range of college options across the U.S. and sometimes abroad, so they find their best-fit college or university.

Each student’s COLLEGE COUNSELING EXPERIENCE will begin early freshman year and will continue throughout their Brebeuf career, with grade-level-appropriate programming.

Brebeuf Jesuit’s four-year, structured, sequential, and personalized College Counseling Program has established benchmarks designed to achieve college admittance for every student and maximize the opportunity to gain admittance to a highly-selective institution.

Faith Formation and Retreats

A Community of Faith

92% of students attend a retreat

An average of

At Brebeuf Jesuit, our Catholic Jesuit identity shines through in our ROBUST FAITH COMMUNITY, which strives to encourage spiritual growth in every student, regardless of faith background.

Through a culture of understanding and dialogue, students learn about the religious traditions of others around them while being encouraged to grow in, and reflect on, their own beliefs.

The Daily Examen is a prayer by which St. Ignatius, founder of the Society of Jesus, attempted to recognize the presence of God in his daily life. At the end of each school day, Brebeuf Jesuit students, faculty, and staff settle themselves for a moment of prayer to reflect on their day.

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seniors attend Kairos during their time at Brebeuf

In God’s presence, review the events of your day. Recall the moments during this day for which you are grateful...Remember that God is in all of these moments. Now, consider the challenges you may have faced today…Remember that God is present when we face our difficulties and gives us courage, peace, and wisdom; God makes all things possible. Now, reflect on when you may have fallen short today…Recall that God helps us to understand our failings and forgives us. Finally, give thanks to God for the gift of this day…and look forward to the graces God has for us tomorrow.

Athletics At Brebeuf Jesuit, athletic participation does not define the student, but excellence does define our ATHLETICS PROGRAMS.

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Athletic Team Opportunities

94%

Students participate in at least 1 sport during their time at Brebeuf

450

students participate as multisport athletes

6

Conference championships since 2019-2020

With over 94% of the student body participating on at least one team during their time here, sports are ingrained in the four-year experience at Brebeuf Jesuit. In fact, over 50% of students participate as multi-sport athletes, showing that students are not forced to specialize in one sport but are supported to pursue many interests regardless of scheduling conflicts or time constraints.

Our teams encourage every interested student to be involved regardless of their experience level, but our championship records speak to the level of experience they gain during their time as teammates. Brebeuf Athletics takes

sports beyond the court, field, or pool, pushing students to be involved on a deeper level through programs like SALT (Student Athletic Leadership Team) and by connecting sport to faith through annual team retreats. Athletes consistently push themselves and their teammates to levels of excellence, and three Braves earned the title of “IHSAA Indiana Mental Attitude Award Winner” over the last three years.

Being a Brebeuf student-athlete is about more than playing a sport. It’s about being the best person you can be on and off the court.

Visual and Performing Arts

200 Participants in music or theatrical shows

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Music and Theatre performances each year

20+ Visual and Performing Arts Courses Offered

The Visual and Performing Arts Program at Brebeuf Jesuit seeks to develop and cultivate the creative imagination of each student, allowing them to showcase their God-given talents for the entire Brebeuf community.

Students learn to approach situations in myriad ways that can help to develop CREATIVE THINKING and new study techniques.

The arts – both visual and performance-based, teach our students to be creative, collaborative, compassionate and confident – skills that will serve them beyond the walls of Brebeuf.

Global Experiences More than

14 International and domestic trips annually

At Brebeuf Jesuit, students not only receive an excellent education, but they are also encouraged to view everything they learn through a GLOBAL LENS.

Students are supported as they build cross-cultural awareness and understanding of global issues through club participation, domestic and international travel opportunities and experiential learning activities. Through collaboration with schools in Spain, France, and Taiwan, exchange opportunities provide our students firsthand knowledge of other cultures as they build relationships with peers from around the globe.

Additionally, The Brebeuf Jesuit Equity and Inclusion Program seeks to support, empower, and build relationships with students from all backgrounds. A diverse student body becomes part of the educational experience. This exposure to and engagement with different perspectives better prepares students to work in an

More than

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Equity and Inclusionsponsored events

increasingly multicultural world, one in which local, national and international tensions are often grounded in cultural, religious or linguistic differences.

The Brebeuf Jesuit mission statement and core values acknowledge the importance of diversity within the life of the school…Equity and Inclusion at Brebeuf Jesuit is about more than just demographics; it’s about being a place where all are welcomed and affirmed as reflections of God, who is in all things.

As such, Brebeuf Jesuit’s equity and inclusion initiatives and programs enhance the life of the school, contributing to an environment based in empathy, respect and understanding. The motivation to reach out to people from all backgrounds and in every part of the world is fundamental to the Society of Jesus. As a Jesuit secondary school, Brebeuf Jesuit continues this tradition.

Health and Wellness

ONE dedicated, licensed social worker available to all students

100% of faculty and staff have completed Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Training

MENTAL AND PHYSICAL HEALTH are fundamentally linked to our students’ success in school and in life.

Our mission of cura personalis, or care of the whole person, means that at Brebeuf Jesuit, we strive for every student to establish positive self-images, to create space for mindfulness and reflection, and to develop an active and healthy lifestyle for long-term health. Our expert counselors, coaches,

10+

spiritual wellness course offerings including yoga, mindfulness and tae kwan do

administrators, and teachers all work together to help every student navigate the increasing demands of high school and the process of becoming confident, well-rounded adults.

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Brebeuf Jesuit admits students of any race, color, national and ethnic origin to all the rights, privileges, programs, and activities generally accorded or made available to students at the school. It does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national and ethnic origin in administration of its educational policies, admissions policies, scholarship and loan programs, and athletic and other school-administered programs.