IMPACT REPORT 2023
OUR MISSION CRISTO REY PHILADELPHIA HIGH SCHOOL, A COLLEGE PREPARATORY, CATHOLIC SCHOOL FOR STUDENTS OF ALL FAITHS, NURTURES AND CHALLENGES YOUNG PEOPLE TO RECOGNIZE AND REALIZE THEIR FULL POTENTIAL AS THEY LEARN TO LOVE OTHERS, GROW IN THEIR FAITHS, AND SERVE THE COMMON GOOD.
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WITH PRIDE, WITH PURPOSE
Letter from the President November 2023
Dear Friends of Cristo Rey, As we closed our eleventh year of nurturing and challenging our students, we did so by graduating the largest class to ever walk the halls of Cristo Rey Philadelphia – and the first to spend their entire high school career at our campus at 1717 W. Allegheny Avenue. When we began the 2022-2023 school year, we focused on our theme: With Pride, With Purpose. We committed to fostering a sense of pride in every facet of the community we have built and we committed to a purpose of growing Cristo Rey’s impact in the Greater Philadelphia region. While reading through these pages, I hope you gain a better understanding of how our model of high expectations and high support fuels our students’ purpose. Our curricula, our Work-Study Program, and our extracurricular activities call our students to recognize and realize their full potential. They take great pride in their personal and communal pursuit of excellence. When I walk through the halls each day, I witness the focus with which our young people move. Whether they are heading to class or work, our students are embracing each day living out the values of our Blue Pride Community. They Believe, Dream, Lead, and Serve with maturity beyond their years and will ultimately be the change our world needs. The old adage says, “It takes a village.” I am fortunate to work alongside incredible, talented individuals who are furthering our mission across the Greater Philadelphia area – from our faculty and staff to our Work-Study supervisors to our Board of Trustees and donors. Without your generous support, we would not be able to make the magic of Cristo Rey possible for our students. For that, I am forever grateful.
LEADERSHIP TEAM Thomas A. Shoemaker President & CEO Flannery O’Connor, Ed.D. Principal Evelin Roman Director of Admissions & Family Engagement Kate Reilly Director of Advancement Linwood Green III Vice President, Finance & Operations Rich Pugh Director of Student Life Joanna Wusinich, Esq. Vice President, Work-Study Program & Strategic Growth
Yours in Pride & Purpose,
Thomas A. Shoemaker President & CEO
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PAGE BY PAGE 5 | INNOVATING IN ACADEMICS: INTEGRATED MATH 7 | PATHWAYS TO AND THROUGH: COLLEGE & CAREER COUNSELING 11 | FUTURE LEADERS OF OUR CITY: WORK-STUDY PROGRAM 17 | OUTSIDE THE CLASSROOM: STUDENT LIFE 19 | AN EXTENSION OF OUR MISSION: HORIZONS AT CRISTO REY
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WHO ARE WE?
STUDENT DEMOGRAPHICS 2023-2024
TOTAL ENROLLMENT 545 students
$10,295 AVERAGE FAMILY INCOME PER CAPITA
CLASS OF 2027
RELIGION
• Christian (Non-Catholic) • Catholic • Does not identify • Muslim • Other religion
RACE/ ETHNICITY
• Black/African American 68% • Hispanic/Latino 26% • Two or more races 3% • Asian/Asian American 1% • Non-Hispanic White 1% • Other race 1%
FEEDER SCHOOLS CLASS OF 2027
• Charter school • Catholic school • Public school • Private Non-Catholic school • Cyber school
49% 28% 10% 8% 5%
45% 36% 14% 4% 2% 4
INNOVATING IN ACADEMICS: INTEGRATED MATH We are committed to preparing our students for college and beyond. We are constantly striving to improve the curriculum and instruction we provide to our young people, so that our students will enter college with the knowledge necessary to succeed. One academic area to receive a recent curriculum renewal is mathematics. The Class of 2024 will be the first graduating class to fully participate in the Integrated Math sequence here at Cristo Rey Philadelphia. Integrated Math challenges students to apply theory to real world situations, preparing them with skills that they can use beyond these four walls. We are already seeing growth and will continue to monitor our results through MAP Testing, PSAT, and SAT scores. In 2018, the Cristo Rey Network partnered with The Silicon Valley Mathematics Initiative (SVMI) to improve classroom instruction, resulting in increased achievement for all students, and to empower a young person’s approach to problem solving. This unique program provides professional development for our educators to instill cutting-edge teaching methods for curriculum delivery. In the classroom, SVMI programming invites students to engage in math, as opposed to just simply solving problems. 5
STUDENT ACHIEVEMENTS 2022-2023
288 Students who achieved a 3.0 GPA or greater
60% Rising seniors who participated in Summer Enrichment & College Immersion Programs
392
Students who participated in at least one athletic or extracurricular activity
92% Student Retention Rate from the 22-23 to the 23-24 School Year
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PATHWAYS TO AND THROUGH: COLLEGE & CAREER COUNSELING We support students while setting them on the path to higher education. Juniors and seniors attend College & Career Counseling Class each week, where they are guided through building their college lists, completing the application process, writing their college essays, applying for scholarships and financial aid, and exploring future career paths. Speakers from various industries visit frequently to share their own educational and career paths, so that students can connect the dots between their own academic interests and their future careers. Exposure to the wide world of college experiences happens in and out of the classroom. Our well-connected team of counselors coordinate classroom visits from college and university representatives, as well as trips to explore campuses. Our College & Career Counseling team stresses the importance of participating in experiences that can spark new interests outside of what is familiar to our young people. Sixty percent of the Class of 2024 participated in a summer program, including study abroad experiences spanning three continents. The achievements of our young people are tremendous and are showcased in the following pages.
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CYNTHIA IN PARIS: SUMMER STUDY ABROAD EXPERIENCE
Cynthia Ouedraogo ‘24 called Paris, France home for a month with CIEE this summer. She participated in a French class that required previous knowledge of the French language, which she speaks at home with her family. She spent her mornings in the classroom and afternoons working with the local community and exploring the City of Light, all while earning college credits through Tulane University. Cynthia learned a tremendous amount about the French language and culture, but more importantly, she realized that she is more than capable of taking on a new, unfamiliar experience, head-on.
“Some things I learned about myself are that I am more independent than I thought and I am a bit introverted. Living in another country made me realize that I am more than capable of taking care of myself and managing my life without someone there to take care of me. I loved going out every day with friends and trying something new, but I also realized that I appreciate my alone time.” – CYNTHIA OUEDRAOGO, Class of 2024
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COLLEGE ACCESS & PERSISTENCE: BY THE NUMBERS CLASS OF 2023
115
100%
Graduates
Acceptance to College
772
Total Acceptances
93%
$5,100
Colleges
$11.4M
Matriculated to College
Average “Out of Pocket” Cost Per Year
252
Total Scholarship Dollars Earned
(After Financial Aid)
ALL CRISTO REY GRADUATES
810
66%
Alumni
% Persisting in College (Classes of 2018 through 2023)
DEGREE ATTAINMENT IN 6 YEARS • completed | • on track to complete CRPHS CLASSES OF 2016 & 2017
54%
54% completed
CRPHS CLASSES OF 2018 & 2019
54%
36% completed | 18% on track to complete
Low-Income College Students
15%
across the United States
High-Income College Students across the United States
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(Numbers provided by the Indicators of Higher Education Equity in the United States: 2022 Historical Trend Report)
59%
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FUTURE LEADERS OF OUR CITY: WORK-STUDY PROGRAM Our Work-Study Job Partners help us develop the City of Philadelphia’s future workforce. Students receive a level of career exposure at their job sites that is unprecedented for teenagers across the region. Learning the skills to be a young professional during their high school years better prepares them to walk with pride and purpose when they leave Cristo Rey, go to college, and later pursue their careers.
2022-2023
97%
Timecards that met or exceeded expectations
240
Hours worked per student
$3.8M Dollars earned by students
2023-2024
97
Job Partners 11
90%
Corporate Job Partners Renewed
20
New Partners
WORK-STUDY PARTNERS 2023-2024
Elliott-Lewis
SOLAR S T AT E S
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DEVELOPING THE FUTURE WORKFORCE Talent Acquisition Partner Nahiem Rodriguez (pictured, top left) supervises our student workers at Main Line Health, a long-time Job Partner. Nahiem was approached during his second year at Main Line Health about overseeing the Cristo Rey Work-Study Program. “We were looking to make the program a pipeline for future Main Line Health employees. This is something that we had felt we had an opportunity to grow and develop,” he explains. Seeing and understanding the long-term value of mentoring young people and providing them with pre-college career exposure, Nahiem was quick to take on the task – not unlike our young professionals at work. Main Line Health’s goal is to help our students understand the many career paths available to them in healthcare. Collaborating with supervisors across the corporate office, Bryn Mawr Hospital, and Lankenau Hospital, Main Line Health has developed a program that allows the wide-eyed curiosity of our young people to thrive.
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Nahiem regularly asks himself, “How do we empower our students to step outside their comfort zones, so that we can help lead them to their eventual careers?” Main Line Health has perfected the manner in which they learn from our students. This past year, they paired our young people with Job Coaches who could help them grow their professional skills. While rotating through different departments, students shadow team members in fields they’re interested in pursuing as a career. The Main Line Health team regularly solicits our students’ feedback and takes great pride in providing an excellent Work-Study experience for our young people.
“For us at Main Line Health, Cristo Rey is a partnership that allows us, as an organization, to always be in touch with what’s going on in the community and what’s going on with future workers.”
– Nahiem Rodriguez, Work-Study Supervisor
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FOSTERING GROWTH FOR FUTURE SUCCESS FMC Corporation is creating a workplace environment where our young people can thrive. Lisa Latorre’s 24 years at FMC have found her in a myriad of roles. Today, she serves as a Global R&D Scientist in the Contract Research Management Group supporting scientists and placing studies at contract labs. She is also part of the LatinX Employee Resource Group, which provides a welcoming space for FMC employees, but most importantly, she is the Work-Study Supervisor for Andre Bell ‘26. On a normal workday, Andre takes the school bus to City Hall and hops on a train to 30th Street Station. He then walks with his fellow student-workers to FMC Tower and checks in at his desk for his weekly tasks.
ANDRE BELL Class of 2026
“Andre is the expert now and he’s shared what he’s learned with those around him.” – Lisa Latorre, Work-Study Supervisor
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Andre began his time at FMC as a freshman and is returning for his sophomore year. Lisa says she’d have him back every year if possible, and Andre appreciates Lisa’s encouragement and mentorship. He believes that his time at FMC has provided him with the opportunity to learn about STEM and business, and he expects to learn more during his 2023-2024 placement with the company. Below is an excerpt from a conversation between Lisa and Andre about how Lisa empowers and inspires Andre to own not only his projects, but also his growth...
Andre: Why did you become a Work-Study Supervisor? Well, this is an interesting story. I had just become the co-chair of the LatinX Employee Resources Group and some of my colleagues had recently highlighted the Cristo Rey Work-Study Program. They knew we needed some extra hands and suggested we get some students to help us out. Prior to that, I didn’t have much knowledge about the program, but once I got to know the program at Supervisor Orientation, I began to understand the benefits to the students. Personally speaking, I’m an advocate for education, in general, but especially for obtaining a higher education, so it was right up my alley to become a supervisor.
Lisa: Why did you choose Cristo Rey Philadelphia High School? Of all the schools that I applied to, Cristo Rey Philadelphia was the only school that had a Work-Study Program and I wanted to see what that was like, because it was so different. I also chose Cristo Rey because of the extracurriculars and sports. They provide students with a lot of options and give us the opportunity to make connections while participating.
Andre: What have you learned about engaging young people, like myself, in the workforce? I find engaging young people as an opportunity for me to be a supervisor, but also an opportunity for you to see what this company is like. Because I’ve worked at FMC for so many years, I can be a good resource for you regarding what it’s like to work for the corporation, but I’ve also learned a lot about engaging young people. You provide creativity and new, fresh energy on your assigned workday and it has changed the dynamics of the company.
Lisa: What skills do you believe you’ve gained over the last two years? I’ve gained communication skills. I’ve learned to speak up when I have to and ask for help when I’ve been afraid to do so in the past. I’ve learned more about organization skills and how to implement them. I’ve also gained skills on how to operate in a professional workspace, thanks to your support.
Andre: What is your favorite part about this partnership between Cristo Rey and FMC? My favorite part is having Cristo Rey students in the building and helping our local community. Having this partnership with Cristo Rey’s Work-Study Program, and being a part of it here at FMC, is giving incredible access to our young people. Hopefully it forms life-long mentors and people the students can tap into, as they pursue higher education and their careers. With FMC being a global company, there is a lot to learn and that provides our young people with a lot of options. 16
OUTSIDE THE CLASSROOM: STUDENT LIFE Student Life at Cristo Rey Philadelphia encompasses everything student-facing outside of the classroom. By providing a robust lineup of extracurriculars and resources for both students and families, we are able to use a holistic approach to the wraparound care and intentional development of our students. ATHLETICS | CAMPUS MINISTRY | COUNSELING | STUDENT ENGAGEMENT | STUDENT & FAMILY SERVICES
Our Athletics Department is winning championships and competing across 17 sports and 21 teams. To be a part of Blue Pride is to show dedication to one’s craft and commitment to their community of teammates. Campus Ministry works with 25 Campus Ministry Student Leaders to provide 28 retreats for both students and families so that spiritual journeys can be fostered. The Counseling Department has QR codes posted in every classroom and office around campus to make counseling accessible for all. Our students have the opportunity to meet with licensed and caring counselors who can assist with whatever they may need. Student Engagement provides students with Grad @ Grad experiences to complement their education and cultivates community across all grade levels through the House initiative, Cristo Rey’s version of homeroom. New for the 2023-2024 school year, Student & Family Services will seek to better support our students and engage our families so we can strengthen our “village” approach.
BY THE NUMBERS
20 Clubs
20
Grad @ Grad Partners 17
17
24
21
6
Sports
Teams
Houses
Retreat Sites
Cultivating a Love of God, of Self, and of Others The Cristo Rey Campus Ministry Team invites students to seek out what leadership and faith mean to them. Each year, students can submit applications to become Campus Ministry Student Leaders (CMSLs). CMSLs work to inspire and ignite curiosity for faith on a daily basis, during Prayer Services, and most importantly, when their classmates are participating in retreats. Retreats at Cristo Rey Philadelphia are led by students, for students. They give moments for pause. They give moments for reflection, for prayer, for empowerment, for insight, for community. They provide enlightenment for students and leaders alike. It is incredibly powerful for students to have a space to experience personal transformation and growth, because they practice bravery when they feel comfortable. Having CMSLs partner with our Campus Ministry Team allows for conversations and reflections amongst our student body to be more impactful, because the experience is curated with our students and their stories in mind. Retreats are a cornerstone of the Cristo Rey experience, and they allow our students to recognize and realize their full potential.
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AN EXTENSION OF OUR MISSION: HORIZONS AT CRISTO REY Horizons at Cristo Rey transforms our campus into a safe haven for the youngest residents of our Nicetown-Tioga neighborhood. This past year, 62 participants joined us for programming and so much magic. Every day, our young people walked up the steps of 1717 W. Allegheny Avenue and entered into a space of learning, growth, and support. Learning took place in the classrooms and the STEM lab. Growth took place in the swimming pool, on the golf course, and on the athletic field. In addition to the support of two licensed School Counselors, opportunities for social and 19
emotional learning were around every corner and in every classroom. At Horizons at Cristo Rey, there is no shortage of opportunities for our young people to be their best selves. An extension of the Cristo Rey Philadelphia High School mission, Horizons at Cristo Rey approaches the care of our young people with purpose. We are committed to improving the experience for our children, year after year. Programming will continue through the 2023-2024 school year for these youngsters and our campus will always be a welcoming and enriching environment for them.
90% Student Retention
3:1
Student to Teacher Ratio
3.5
Hours of Academic Enrichment per Day
80%
Staff who are Black or Latino
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MISSION FUNDING Thanks to the continued support from our network of donors, foundations, corporations and organizations, Cristo Rey Philadelphia High School is fortunate to have maintained a strong financial position in fiscal year 2023.
FISCAL YEAR 2023 • Fundraising Revenue: • Work-Study Contract Revenue:
$ 9,657,358
$ 3,589,500
• Philanthropy Funded Work-Study Revenue: Total Gift Revenue:
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$
480,000
$ 13,726,858
Please note that the above shows pre-audited figures. Final audited figures are available upon request.
CRISTO REY PHILADELPHIA
BOARD OF TRUSTEES Robert J. Myers Partner Ernst & Young Chair Sr. Stephen Anne Roderiguez, IHM, Ed.D. Associate Head of School Villa Maria Academy Vice Chair Anthony C. Stevenson, Ed.D. Director of Human Resources Tredyffrin/Easttown School District Secretary Peter Blommer Vice Chairman Blommer Chocolate Company Bryan Carter President & CEO Gesu School Ruby R. Chandy CEO Lumina Advisory Services Bob Cohen President Acme Corrugated Box Co. Robert (Rip) Collins CEO Tec Services
Priscilla Connolly Co-Founder Cristo Rey Volunteers
Meg Howley Executive Director The Howley Foundation
John Rooney Retired Partner Deloitte
Steve Delaney Partner Deloitte
Ken Kind President van Ameringen Foundation
Tyrrell Schmidt Chief Marketing Officer TD Bank
Peter Ernst Executive Director McCausland Foundation
Jim Lawson Partner & Managing Director Russell Reynolds Associates
Michael Harris Retired Senior Vice President Almos Corporation
Juan Lopez Executive Vice President, CFO & Treasurer Independence Blue Cross
Thomas A. Shoemaker President & CEO Cristo Rey Philadelphia High School
Kerry Henkels Mother of four children Charlie Herrin President of Technology, Product & Experience Comcast Fr. Jeremy Hiers, OSA Director of Evangelization & Discipleship National Shrine of St. Rita of Cascia Andrew Hope Counsel Buchanan Ingersoll & Rooney
John McConnell, Jr. President Emeritus Cristo Rey Philadelphia High School Sr. Mary McNulty, IHM Principal St. Francis de Sales School Jibreel Murray ‘16 Fixed Income Investment Officer Haverford Trust Rev. Donald Reilly, OSA, D. Min Prior of the Augustinian Novitiate
Ian Swedish Senior Vice President CCS Fundraising Sean Sweeney Director 1251 Capital Group Steve Tazza Chief Operating Officer White Label Communications Rachel Ward Associate Morgan Lewis Fr. Brian Zumbrum, OSFS Campus Minister Salesianum High School
PRESIDENT’S ADVISORY COUNCIL Christopher Bruner Managing Partner Ernst & Young Chair
Nadijah Campbell Associate Counsel, Advanced Advertising Tech Comcast
Christie Archbold Senior Vice President Accounting AdaptHealth
Robert Fahey Executive Vice President CBRE
Jonathan Blauvelt Vice President of Finance Enterprise Holdings Craig Burns Retired Chief Financial Officer Modular Space Corporation
Christopher Fazio Managing Partner Attolon Partners Corinne Good Vice President, Tax Berwind Corporation Michael Goss Principal Accounting Officer, Vice President & Controller DuPont de Neumours
Stephen Gleason President Kairos Real Estate Partners
Steve Morris Partner PFG Advisors
Tara Hank Commercial Leadership Associate AstraZeneca
Caroline Packer Vice President, Alternatives Capital Markets & Strategy Goldman Sachs
April Hladczuk Cristo Rey Volunteer
Dave Poniatowski Principal, Strategy & Transactions Ernst & Young
Steve Jannetta Partner Morgan Lewis Michael Moran Retired Managing Director Guy Carpenter & Co.
George Rafferty Retired President of Corporate Partnerships Cencora Shruti Sem Executive Vice President BMS Re
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