Spring 2023 Landmark

Sharing Faith. Ensuring Futures.

Sharing Faith. Ensuring Futures. The Quality of Being in Mission.

The other day, someone asked me how long I’ve worked at Loyola. “I’ve been in mission more than three years,” I replied.

“In mission? What does that mean?”

I explained that working at Loyola feels not so much like a job but more like a purpose. Each day brings a new opportunity to share one’s faith to ensure young men’s futures. Case in point:

It was around 5 p.m. one recent Tuesday and I was on an extremely tight deadline to complete this edition of Landmark. The school was mostly empty, and I was getting a lot of writing done.

Suddenly, a student appeared in my doorway holding his mouth. While playing catch he got hit in the face with a hardball. I checked but he wasn’t bleeding, and his teeth were all intact. However, his lip was swelling, and he looked shell shocked. So, I told him to sit down and said I’d be right back.

I ran upstairs to the teachers’ lounge, found some ice in the refrigerator, put it in a Ziplock bag, wrapped a towel around it, and brought it downstairs for him to apply to his mouth. Just then the baseball coach came in. Now there were two of us sharing this first aid mission. Soon our patient was feeling more reassured. So, I went back to writing, coincidentally, the “Life at Loyola” section of Landmark.

During the course of the year, we’ll encounter students with challenges greater than a swollen lip. But the thing about Loyola is that it always seems like there’s somebody here at the right time willing to do whatever it takes to help them out.

It’s not in any job description. It’s just part of being “in mission.”

I hope you enjoy this latest edition of Landmark: “Sharing Faith. Ensuring Futures.” It highlights stories from the mission here at Loyola.

In Christ,

Roger Jankowski Director, Marketing & Communications

Landmark Staff

Loyola High School

Spring 2023

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Letter from David R. Smith, President

Dear Friends of Loyola,

Board of Directors 2022-2023

Kathleen (Katie) Morgan Adams

Keith Bennett

J. Michael Bernard, (Board Chair)

Lord Byran DeGraffenreid

Kevin Hand

Dr. Mable Jones, Ph.D.

Dr. Cheryl Delaney Kreger, Ed.D.

Michael Lopus

Bruce McDonald ’00

Christina McKenna

Rev. Rick Millbourn, SJ

Rev. William Murphy, SJ

Katrina Palmer

Dr. Ben Pogodzinski, Ph.D.

Tom Pyden

Terry Rhadigan

Hon. Michael J. Riordan

Barbara Runyon

Rev. James Sand, SJ

David R. Smith

Terence Thomas

Michael Tyson

Winston Wright

President

David R. Smith

Principal

Wyatt L. Jones III ‘98

Assistant Principal

Michael Black ‘01

Director of Advancement

William R. McGrail

Director, Finance & Human Resources

Therese Marz

Director, Marketing & Communications

Roger Jankowski

Director, Technology & Facilities

Chris Snyder

One constant of every school day at Loyola for 30 years has been the tradition and practice of Morning Prayer. The entire school gathers at 8 a.m. sharp for roughly 20 minutes and we follow the same order: Opening Song, Scripture Passage/Reflection, Petitions, Lord’s Prayer, and the Loyola High School Community Prayer. Every day of every year.

Our staff will confirm that my satisfaction level with student engagement at Morning Prayer is occasionally not as high as I would like it to be (conveniently forgetting my own high school energy level at 8 a.m. daily Mass in the ‘70s).

On most days at Loyola, though, Morning Prayer is the highlight of my day. Each day’s prayer leader (often a staff member) has carefully invested time in selecting a reading and sharing thoughts that reflect their relationship with God. Some of the reflections are serious, while others are more light-hearted. Toward the end of the year, our seniors lead Morning Prayer, and I am always struck (with admiration and pride) by the clarity and poignancy of their reflections.

This daily ritual of communal sharing of faith sets the tone for our day. But it also leaves a lasting mark. Whenever I encounter Loyola alumni, I ask how they are doing AND what they miss most about Loyola. It is remarkable how many immediately respond: “Morning Prayer” (even if they were consistently tardy!). They recall it as a time for contemplation, a time for faith, and a time for the Loyola family.

In this issue of Landmark, we try to capture the many direct and indirect ways we are “Sharing Faith. Ensuring Futures.” Thank you for reading and for making Loyola a part of your faith journey.

AMDG, David R. Smith President

Men for Others.

Dear Loyola Community,

My faith as a child was rooted in the traditions of my parents and the Catholic Church. Attending Mass, participating in Bible studies, and preparing for sacraments were all integral parts of my upbringing. However, it wasn't until life's tests created my testimony that I truly came to know and experience God on a personal and intimate level.

At Loyola, we strive to provide our students with an opportunity to develop their own relationship with Christ through the Jesuit value of cura personalis, or “care for the whole person.” Our Morning Prayers, the Examen, and theology classes all serve as a foundation for students to grow in their faith and see God in all things, both in desolation and consolation. We understand that while our students may not always be able to recite Bible verses, their understanding of the love of Christ can be demonstrated through their interactions with members of our community.

Through my own experiences, I came to understand that even in the darkest moments, God was still working in my life. This realization has helped me to approach all aspects of my life with a deeper sense of faith and trust in God's plan. As a school leader, I hope to impart this same message to our students, encouraging them to see God in all things and to understand that He is always present in their lives, guiding them through both the joys and challenges.

It is truly a blessing to be able to share our faith and experiences with the young men of Loyola, and to assist them in developing their own personal relationship with Christ, guided by the Jesuit value of cura personalis.

Sincerely,

Wyatt Jones III ‘98 Principal

Tigers Night & Auction

Letter from David R. Smith, President

Loyola Fans Set a New Record at “The Corner!”

With spring finally here – and a new season of baseball upon us – our thoughts can’t help but return to memories of last year’s enormously successful Tigers Night & Auction. New friends were made, and new records were set as over 500 Loyola fans went back to “The Corner” last June to show their support of our school and the deserving young men we serve. We even “hit” our ambitious goal for the evening thanks to our sponsors, friends, guests, and everyone else who “pitched” in by buying raffle tickets, donating to our auction, bidding generously, and more. Thank you, Team Loyola! (Note: This year’s Tigers Night & Auction is just around “The Corner.” We hope to see you all back at Michigan and Trumbull on June 2nd!)

Decisions! Decisions! Decisions! Attendees perused all the great items available for bidding in the silent auction. It looks like this couple

their eye on the awesome Al Kaline

That’s our Tigers Night co-chair Crystal Davidson in the middle sporting her Loyola swag. Surrounding her are the lovely members of the Gill family. Judging from the ball and mitts, it looks like the Gill guys came ready to test their arms out on the field.

Kids of all ages took advantage of the two baseball clinics that were offered. Loyola’s baseball coaches and players held a baserunning clinic, while the coach of UD Mercy’s women’s softball team and one of their players conducted a fielding clinic. UD Mercy’s Assistant Coach Steve Troy (standing left in the red jersey) supervised one of the drills.

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Three of Loyola’s finest young men pitched in to help sell raffle tickets for our great cause. Left to right, Joshua Watts ’23, Braylon McDonald ’23, and Michael Williams Jr. ’23.

Everybody was all smiles at this crowd-pleasing event. Here, two Loyola supporters pose with President Dave Smith (front and center), Principal Wyatt Jones III '98 (on the immediate right) and Director of Advancement Bill McGrail on the far left.

These fine fellas joined us from the Weingartz family, one of our valued corporate sponsors. They took time out from some baseball and bonding to pose for a “team photo.”

Back At “The Corner !”

Here’s Loyola employee Toni Byrd holding her grandson. He spent a lot of time running around the field. According to Toni, “he had so much fun, I’m bringing him back next year.”

These three handsome guys have a special connection to Loyola. From left to right, that’s Loyola Assistant Principal Michael Black ’01 holding his son, Trey, (perhaps a future Bulldog?), and Bruce McDonald ’00, Loyola alumnus, Board, and Marketing Committee member.

Everywhere you look at Tigers Night, you’ll find happy faces. This table of Loyola supporters made the night even more beautiful by posing for a group photo.

The charming Smith family were all smiles as they enjoyed the ambiance and activities of a night at “The Corner.” The Smiths joined us as part of the contingent from Hollingsworth Logistics (dad Haiden Smith, center, is their vice president of sales), one of our valued and longtime Work Experience Partners. In fact, Hollingsworth made it a corporate outing and brought more than 50 people to the event.

This little slugger is rounding third and heading home!

These two lovely ladies came ready to play. They not only enjoyed face painting, but they had a ball on the field, too. They’re the nieces of our Donor Relations Coordinator Therese Schueneman, from left to right Evelyn and Edith McAtee.

A panoramic shot of kids playing on the field and adults enjoying food and drinks on a wonderful June night! See you next time!

It Was a Legacy Night to Remember

hree things combined to make Legacy Night 2022 a remarkable night for our guests:

TThree things combined to make Legacy Night 2022 a remarkable night for our guests:

One, we returned to the stately Sacred Heart Major Seminary, one of the most beautiful buildings in the city. The evening began with Mass celebrated in the glorious Main Chapel.

One, we returned to the stately Sacred Heart Major Seminary, one of the most beautiful buildings in the city. The evening began with Mass celebrated in the glorious Main Chapel.

Two, we continued our new tradition of bringing alumni home to share

Two, we continued our new tradition of bringing alumni home to share their stories of determination, success, and gratitude. These grown men - successful now in their lives and their careers - are the legacy of our longstanding donors and their tremendous generosity through the years.

Three, on this special night we revived the tradition of presenting our Magis Award. Magis, a Latin word for “more” or “greater,” reflects the Jesuit motto “Ad Majorem Dei Glorium” or “For the Greater Glory of God.” The Magis Award is presented to the individual who embodies this motto and is an example of serving others.

Three, on this special night we revived the tradition of presenting our Magis Award. Magis, a Latin word for “more” or “greater,” reflects the Jesuit motto “Ad Majorem Dei Glorium” or “For the Greater Glory of God.” The Magis Award is presented to the individual who embodies this motto and is an example of serving others.

As the evening unfolded, spirits soared, hearts were warmed, laughter job telling the story.

As the evening unfolded, spirits soared, hearts were warmed, laughter filled the room, and more than a few tears were shed as our Magis Award recipient took the stage. These photos do a superb job of telling the story.

The evening began with Mass celebrated in the Main Chapel. Rev. Jeffrey Day (center) served as Presider, with Rev. Gilbert Sunghera, SJ (right) serving as Homilist and Deacon Bill Jamieson (left) assisting.

Fr. Don Vettese, SJ (center) at the dinner reception with Board Member Dr. Ben Pogodzinski, Ph.D. (right) and his wife, Angela Sanders (left).

Our Magis Award honoree Kathy Gross-Jacek (center, holding her award) poses with two of her biggest fans, President Dave Smith (left) and Principal Wyatt Jones III '98 (right).

The alumni panel featured Lyrrad “Rod” Braceful ’05 (left), Principal Wyatt Jones III ’98 (center), and Ka’John Armstrong ’12 (right). Mr. Braceful is an amateur scout for the National Hockey League’s Chicago Blackhawks. Mr. Armstrong is a former National Football League offensive lineman who currently plays for the Michigan Panthers in the United States Football League. Principal Jones served as moderator for the panel.

Above: A guest peruses the Legacy Night Program Book.

Right: Magis Award honoree Mrs. Kathy Gross-Jacek enjoys a moment during the alumni panel discussion. On her left is retired theology teacher Bonney Hillen. In the background to the right is Loyola President Dave Smith.

Following Mass, attendees gathered for a cocktail hour before dinner. These four distinguished gentlemen are (from left to right), Loyola supporter and former Board Member Mike Madison, President Dave Smith, supporter Marty McMillan, and current Board Member Hon. Michael Riordan.

Roberta Miller, Loyola’s manager of finance and receivables (left), and her husband, Todd (center), had the pleasure of meeting and chatting with Board Member Michael Tyson (right) before the alumni panel got underway.

This happy trio has been extremely supportive of Loyola through the years. From left to right are former Board Member Mark Van Faussien, Tricia Van Faussien, and former Board Member Mike Nolan.

Members of the Loyola Choir perform the entrance hymn at Mass. Megan and Andy Curoe listen intently during the Greeting and reading of the Opening Prayer.

Loyola student Michael Williams Jr. ‘23 served as Lector.

Standing from left to right during the Gospel Acclamation, our Work Experience Program Director, Kenneth Gardner, math teacher, Matthew McNamee, and his parents.

Fr. Day accepts the gifts brought to the altar by our Magis honoree, Kathy Gross-Jacek (center) and retired Loyola theology teacher Bonney Hillen (right).

From left to right, our Board Chair Mike Bernard, his wife, Betsy, his mother, Sally Bernard, and friends Nora Dennehy and John Jarvis, join in praying the “Our Father.”

Right: Kathy Gross-Jacek poses with Loyola alumni, all of them her former students!

Below: Mrs. Gross-Jacek receives her Magis Award from Alexander Mayers '23, a top debater and one of the many young men who was nurtured and educated by Mrs. Gross-Jacek during her career at Loyola.

Life at Loyola

There’s never a dull day at Loyola. Our students, faculty, and staff are regularly engaged in a variety of ways. These “snapshots” are just a sampling of what’s been taking place this school year.

Kicking Off the College Season

The college application process got underway for seniors in early September as Loyola hosted visitors from numerous colleges and universities. Lt. Daniel Schmerber from the United States Naval Academy in Annapolis, Maryland had our seniors’ full attention as he spoke to them about their college plans and the possibilities open to them in the United States Navy.

Celebrating the Holy Spirit

In September, Loyola students, faculty, and staff celebrated the Mass of the Holy Spirit. The Mass is a tradition among Jesuit academic institutions dating back to 1548. We gathered as a community to thank God for the gifts of creation and salvation, and to seek the guidance and wisdom of the Holy Spirit in the coming year. This year, we were blessed to have Fr. Robert Ytsen, SJ, as our Celebrant. Hosted by the Senior Class, Lectors and participants included Loyola seniors, Victor  Robinson, Braylon McDonald, Michael Williams Jr., and Daniel Kinard.

A Dinner of Winners

Loyola benefits each year from the Fr. Vincent Welch Memorial dinner, which raises funds for student scholarships. Started over 30 years ago by our dear friend and supporter, Fr. Don Worthy, in memory of his beloved friend and baseball buddy Fr. Vincent Welch, the sports-themed dinner has raised $1.5 million for Loyola through the years. This dinner always features a special honoree and a full house. This year, the 2022 Hank Aguirre Memorial Award went to Michigan State’s legendary Basketball Coach Tom Izzo, who was also the featured keynote speaker. Surrounding Mr. Izzo is Loyola board member and alumnus Bruce McDonald ‘00 on the right and his son Braylon ‘23 on the left. Our heartfelt thanks to Fr. Worthy for ALL he has done – and continues to do – for our school.

Happy 90th Birthday Fr. Worthy

We mentioned that Fr. Worthy is an avid baseball fan…so much so that he’s been to EVERY World Series since 1968! So, in celebration of his 90th birthday this year, we wanted to make him feel like the All Star he truly is on his special day! We started with a baseballthemed, social media post to our entire community that shared how we feel about this great man. Then, for two weeks, we featured similar birthday wishes in a banner ad on the front page of our website and a shout out of “Happy Birthday” by our freshmen class.

Spirit Week Success

“Spirit Week” is our big build-up to our Homecoming game in September. Loyola students and staff had a blast taking part in Decades Day, Pajama Day, Mismatch Day, Dress Like Your Grandparents Day, and even a pizzaeating competition! Way to “dough” Bulldogs!

Advent Mass Prepares Us for a Loving Christmas Season

On Dec. 2, our Junior Class was honored to host our Advent Mass for the school and some special guests. For this occasion, we were blessed to have three priests at Loyola: Fr. Bill Murphy, SJ, (center) was our Celebrant, and Fr. James Sand, SJ, (left), and Fr. Rick Millbourn, SJ, (right) were concelebrants. On that day, many of our Board Members were in attendance, too, for a Board retreat. So, it was another blessing that so many of us could be together to celebrate the season of Advent together. Thank you to our Junior Class and our student readers and participants which included Christian Burkes, Jameer Autry, Jeffrey Morton, and Larry Little Jr.

Supporting our Veterans

During the Christmas season, sophomores in Mr. Dennis Morey’s sociology class joined forces with Blue Star Mothers to let our veterans know how much they are loved and appreciated - especially during the holidays. With help from retired teacher, Mrs. Kathy Gross-Jacek, our young men put together over 100 Christmas packages for veterans at the Detroit VA hospital. They made each one special and signed cards to let each veteran know how grateful we are for their commitment and service. Thank you to all our thoughtful students - Men for Others, Men for Detroit. But most of all, a big “Thank You” and much love to all our wonderful veterans! God bless you.

Douglass North Star Scholars Named

Early in the school year, the recipients of Loyola’s first-ever Frederick Douglass North Star Scholarship Program were chosen and then notified at a special meeting in President Dave Smith’s office. Christian Burkes, James Dumas Jr., Qaid Cunningham, Ja' Mell Frazier and Brandon Washington were the five young men selected to study the life and accomplishments of the pioneering African American leader, Frederick Douglass. In addition, $10,000 scholarships were provided for each young scholar to help offset the cost of his education at Loyola. Learn more about how you can contribute to this program by contacting Mr. Bill McGrail at: bmcgrail@loyolahsdetroit.org or by calling (313) 861-2407, ext. 503.

MLK Day: A Day of Mindfulness, Wellness, Reflection, and Service

For Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Ms. Jenny Fox, our director of counseling and social-emotional learning, planned a day built around the elements of good self-care, as well as the benefits of service to the community. Fox, with help from staff, developed specific activities in which all our young men participated. Students first looked inward and participated in mindful stretching, proper eating, creativity (through an artistic tiedye activity), yoga, meditation, and more. Next, they looked outward and created blessing bags for COTS filled with essentials that residents there need. Each student also wrote a special, uplifting message and placed it inside each bag.

A Little Pie for Pi Day

March 14th was National Pi (3.141592653) Day and our dedicated math teacher, Mr. Matthew McNamee, found a clever way to celebrate it with the entire school. He provided students and staff with their own pies.

Mr. McNamee earned an “A+” for ingenuity, creativity and, of course, good taste. Thank you, Mr. McNamee.

Frederick Douglass Scholars Deliver Stirring Tribute

On Feb. 14, Frederick Douglass Day, Loyola’s Douglass North Star Scholars honored the legacy of the former slave who became a great author, editor, orator, and abolitionist hero, during a meeting of our Black Business Leader Advisory Group. With support and direction from our American history teacher, Mr. Phil Pettelle, each student recited compelling excerpts from Douglass’ speeches and editorials. At the conclusion of the program, Kim Tandy, from Mayor Duggan’s office, presented our scholars with certificates from the city, as well as Spirit of Detroit pins. It was a memorable morning for all in attendance, filled with emotion, reflection, and inspiration.

Honoring Very Important Women

It’s become a tradition at Loyola to host a V.I.W. (Very Important Women) Breakfast for the mothers, grandmothers, sisters, aunts (or any other important women) who love, nurture, and care for our young men. Students invited these remarkable women to join us on campus as we began the day with breakfast followed by Morning Prayer. Our young men are grateful to have this opportunity to say ‘thank you’ to these wonderful women for all the love they share and for all the good they do in our community and beyond.

Supporting #Why Apply Day

Why Apply Day is an annual social media campaign that’s intended to encourage and support students through the college application process, especially firstgeneration college students and those from low-income families who may not otherwise apply to college. At Loyola, faculty and staff got on board and supported students by wearing gear from their alma mater and sharing why college was important to them. The top photo is Ms. Therese Schueneman, our donor relations coordinator. Below, from left to right, are Ms. Jennifer Fox, director of counseling, Ms. MiSean Washington, our college and career coordinator, and Mr. Dan Geoghegan, lead teacher/biology and physics teacher.

Recognizing Six New Student Leaders

This school year, we had the pleasure of inducting six exceptional students into the National Honor Society at Loyola High School. During the traditional ceremony, we celebrated their accomplishments and honored their dedication to scholarship, leadership, service, and character. Congratulations to our new inductees: Hasani Debrossard, Marcus Hampton, Khalil Kamau, Markail Marable, Raylon Murry, and Jonathan Wilson.

Top Chefs

This year, Loyola students are enjoying a new class option: Culinary Arts. The class focuses on food preparation, cooking, and nutrition and our students are eating it up. Under the guidance of Chef Diallo McCaskle, students have learned to make omelets, double cheeseburgers, chicken Alfredo, chicken stir-fry, chocolate cookies, chili, a fattoush salad, and much more.

Trade School/College Fair for Alumni and Students

Loyola hosted a Trade School/College Fair in April after hearing from alumni and current students who wanted to learn more about those opportunities. Held in our Prayer Room, the event included representatives from Focus: Hope, Schoolcraft College, Wayne County Community College, Henry Ford College, the U.S. Army, and the Michigan Regional Council of Carpenters and Millwrights. Detroit Promise was also there to answer any financial aid questions. For the Loyola juniors and sophomores, it was a great way to start considering all the options available to them. For our alumni, it was a great opportunity to transition into careers that are actively seeking qualified candidates.

Student Engagement

Debate Students Visit Washington, D.C., for Model United Nations

In February, members of Loyola’s debate team had the privilege of attending a Model United Nations event in Washington, D.C., thanks in part to a generous donation from The McNish Family Foundation. Our debaters were joined by chaperones Kathy Gross-Jacek, retired Loyola teacher, and Heather Gold, our transition coordinator. In this mock setting, our young men served as delegates from the countries of Thailand and the Solomon Islands. Our debaters tackled such weighty topics as territorial disputes in the Asian region and the political involvement of indigenous tribes in mountainous regions of Thailand. They also had time to take in some sites of the city including the Smithsonian Museum of American Art and the Capital Building Museum. They boxed dried food as part of a service project (hence the red hair nets in one of the pics) and hiked in the Allegheny Mountains.

Forgotten Harvest Staff Retreat

On a snowy day in April, Loyola’s faculty and staff did community service at Forgotten Harvest in Oak Park. Our work included unloading food donated by supermarkets and restaurants, then sorting and boxing the items in preparation for donation to various shelters and community service organizations. In the afternoon, everyone returned to Loyola to enjoy a delicious lunch prepared by our culinary instructor, Chef Diallo McCaskle, along with his sous-chef Loyola President Dave Smith. Following lunch, Mass was celebrated at the school by Fr. Lorn Snow, SJ, from Gesu Catholic Church and School.

Starting the Day the Right Way

In April, Loyola hosted its annual Work Experience Partners’ Appreciation Breakfast at the Detroit Golf Club thanks to the generosity of Cathy and Norm Schmitt. We pulled out all the stops to let our Work Experience partners know how much we truly appreciate them. They do so much good for our young men and our school by welcoming students to work. After a delicious breakfast, our young men spoke about how meaningful the program has been for them. One senior shared how he changed his college major and his choice of college

A Meaningful Mass for Holy Week

During Holy Week, our Sophomore Class hosted Mass on April 4. Our Presider was Fr. John McKenzie from Christ the King Catholic Church and School. Fr. McKenzie has been with us at Loyola many times this year to lead our Morning Prayer, and our young men enjoy his meaningful homilies. Also participating in Mass were sophomores Raylon Murry, Marcus Hampton, Caden Bland, and Lawrence Adams.

because of his positive work experience. After the partner awards were presented and all our students gave their partners a gift, Loyola got a big surprise, too. A visiting organization attending the breakfast announced that next year, they would be joining the Work Experience Program. What a great way to start the day.

Friday Night Lights Were Back on for the Bulldogs

On Friday Aug. 26, the lights came on at University of Detroit Mercy’s Titan Field and the Bulldogs kicked off their 2022 season with a game for the history books. For the first time in over half a century, football was played again at UDM on the hallowed ground that hosted the Detroit Lions' first Thanksgiving Day game. Thanks to the new Loyola-UDM partnership, Titan Field became the official home field for Loyola High School football. While our season record did not reflect the grit, passion, and dedication the team put into every game, we’re eager to see what our Bulldogs have in store for their rivals next season under the lights. We hope to see you there.

Basketball

Varsity Bulldogs Blaze Trail to the Elite Eight in Epic Basketball Run

Loyola's varsity basketball team put on a spectacular performance this season, building on past successes to reach even greater heights. With an impressive 25-2 record, our Bulldogs made it all the way to the Elite Eight of the 2023 MHSAA Boys Basketball State Championship. They secured their first Catholic High School League (CHSL) championship since 2010, achieved a sixth consecutive District Championship, and were crowned Regional Champions. Their hard work and dedication were recognized by their supporters, peers, and sports writers. Individual players received multiple honors and Coach Dennis Morey II earned the distinction of being voted CHSL “Coach of the Year” by his coaching peers, then named “Coach of the Year” in Division 3 by the Associated Press (see pages 20-21 for more information). Congratulations to all the coaches and the team on their outstanding season.

Building a Strong, Bulldog Basketball Foundation

The talent of Loyola's basketball program was on full display this season with the varsity team's historic run, and with the impressive performances of the junior varsity and freshman teams. The JV Bulldogs became 2023 Intersection 1 Division Champions, finishing with a 15-4 record. The freshman Bulldogs won the 2023 CHSL Freshman Championship. With such promising young men, the future of Bulldog basketball is looking brighter than ever. Congratulations to all our JV and freshman student-athletes and coaches on a successful season.

Super Season for Bulldogs Garners

“Super 10” Ranking from Detroit Free Press

Loyola's success in the 2022-23 basketball season caught the attention of Detroit Free Press writer Mick McCabe who ranked the Bulldogs as the best team in Division 3 in January. After an impressive season that included multiple titles, Loyola also secured the second spot in McCabe's "Super 10" ranking for the entire state of Michigan.

Bowling Champion Brothers Strike Victory

Ryan and Cody Champion, Loyola's bowling brothers, had a year filled with incredible accomplishments. In the Boys Individual Bowling Regionals, the pair dominated Division 4, taking 1st and 2nd place against over 70 other bowlers. Cody put on a remarkable performance earning 1st place with 1,237 pins, while Ryan was close behind securing 2nd place with 1,149 pins. Their momentum didn't stop there as they both landed spots in the Top 10 at the MHSAA State Championships. Cody finished 2nd with 1,217 pins, and his older brother, Ryan, finished in 9th place with 1,143 pins. We congratulate Bowling Coach Dominique Darnell and the Champion brothers for their achievements this season. We couldn't be prouder of the Champion brothers and our entire Loyola bowling team.

MR. PHIL PETTELLE

Getting Phil Pettelle to talk about himself is no easy task. This avid outdoorsman would much rather be sitting silently in the woods of northern Michigan hunting turkey or deer or fishing the Au Sable River.

But as soon as you ask him about the teaching profession, our longestserving faculty member becomes less reticent and begins to reflect upon his own days as a student. “I wanted to emulate the teachers I had who helped form me by requiring responsibility and punctuality.”

In particular, Pettelle spoke of his high school social studies teacher, Mr. Cornelius DeStichter. Pettelle described him as a tall man, bald with an Abraham Lincoln-like beard. He wore the same suit every day with a crisp bow tie. He was quite an imposing presence.

“He was a strict man who really controlled his classroom” recalled Pettelle. “But you learned in his class. You left knowing the subject matter.”

Today, if you ask any of the 10th and 11th graders who have gone through Pettelle’s classes, they’d pretty much all say the same thing: You learned about U.S. history, government, and economics from Mr. Pettelle - and then you learned so much more. Yes, things like responsibility and punctuality, but also accountability, self-discipline, and self-respect. All the stuff that builds character.

But it wasn’t always a slam dunk that Pettelle would become a teacher.

A tried-and-true Spartan, he received a bachelor’s degree and then a master’s in communications from Michigan State University. In fact, he was well into a business career in communications and media in Lansing and Detroit as he and his wife, Maria, were raising two boys. Then fate stepped in.

He began coaching baseball - and he really liked being a coach.

His sister Rae, who was already a teacher, took note and posed a question to her younger brother. “You love working with the kids and coaching, why don’t you think about teaching? I think you’d be great at it.”

Despite sibling bias, it turns out she was right. Pettelle went back to school and earned a master’s degree in social studies from Wayne State University, as well as a teaching certificate from Wayne State University. According to Pettelle, “it had to be in social studies. If I was going to do this, I wanted to teach social studies.”

After teaching assignments in public schools that included stints teaching math and other subjects, he learned about an opening at Loyola for a social studies teacher. It was then he decided that this small, but mighty, Catholic school in Detroit was the right fit for him.

Meeting with the Frederick Douglass North Star Scholars in President Smith’s office.

Today, his thoughts on teaching have evolved to the point where he views his teaching role as part storyteller. “History allows our young men to learn about people who inspired generations before us. By studying them and the adversity and challenges they faced, we can gain insights into our own lives,” says Pettelle.

Taking it one step further, Pettelle has always felt these stories can mean a great deal to our young men, both in their lives and in the challenges they face every day. Which is why, whenever one of our former grads drops by to say hello and report on how well they’re doing, it means so much to him. Often, when asked who their favorite teacher at Loyola was, the alum will reflect for a moment and answer, “Well, there were a lot of teachers I liked, but Mr. Pettelle had the biggest influence on me.”

Now in his 19th year at Loyola, Pettelle took on the additional role in September of mentoring and providing guidance to the Frederick Douglass North Star Scholars at Loyola. He was extremely proud of their passion and oration abilities as the group made their first public presentation of the writings of Douglass in February. Their presentations were given to the Black Business Leader Advisory Group on Frederick Douglass Day. “Civil rights leaders today all stand on the shoulders of men like Frederick Douglass. They all would have been very proud of our guys,” Pettelle said.

As this school year draws to a close, Pettelle has certainly earned a peaceful and relaxing summer at his cabin in northern Michigan. If he happens to reflect one evening on Mr. DeStichter and the other teachers he wanted to emulate, we hope he knows he has certainly succeeded. In fact, if they could see the work he’s done with our young men through the years, they’d be immensely proud of him - as are we.

“History allows our young men to learn about people who inspired generations before us,” Pettelle said. “By studying them and the adversity and challenges they faced, we can gain insights into our own lives.”

Pettelle displaying the Largemouth Bass he hooked last summer.

It took plenty of patience to bag this 20-plus pound turkey.

Mr. Pettelle at graduation surrounded by some of the young men he has influenced at Loyola.

Posing with the Frederick Douglass North Star Scholars.

A Partner’s Perspective on Working with Our Students

Warner Norcross + Judd LLP is a valuable partner in our Work Experience Program. Recently, they featured a story in their “Diversity, Equity + Inclusion Annual Report” that underscores their commitment to developing career opportunities for people entering the workforce. The article also addresses the role Loyola’s Work Experience Program plays in helping them fulfill that commitment. The article is reprinted here with permission.

FORGING A PATH FOR OUR FUTURE LEADERS

Within Warner’s framework, mentoring and creating pathways to career opportunities have always been part of the firm’s core values. A strong associate mentorship program has been in place since Warner’s inception and, to further our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, we are stretching our reach beyond our firm’s walls.

Continuing Our Commitment to Loyola Work Experience Program

Warner was proud to continue participation in the Loyola High School Work Experience Program in 2022. Founded in 1993 in Detroit, Loyola helps develop young men who give back to their communities and are equipped to thrive in their next phase of life and education. As part of this mission,

the Work Experience Program gives Loyola juniors and seniors the unique opportunity to complement their academic achievements with valuable experience in the workplace and the ability to build connections with individuals in the business community.

This year, the firm welcomed Loyola senior Victor Robinson back to Warner for his second and final year in the Work Experience Program. Victor works one full day a week and the third Friday of each month in our Detroit office, contributing to various projects throughout the firm.

“My favorite project was working with [Warner Research Manager] Kim Koscielniak to assist [Of Counsel] Jay Yelton on filing Eastern Michigan court case information within the past five years,” Victor said.

Cassandra Tucker, regional office administrator for Warner’s Detroit, Bloomfield Hills, and Macomb County offices, was instrumental in bringing the Work Experience Program to Warner. She works closely with Victor to ensure both he and members of the firm receive the full benefits of participating in the program.

“We are providing these young men with tangible work experience and career and life skills as they gain exposure to a real-world work environment,” Cassandra said. “As a corporate partner, we are making an investment in diverse leaders of the future in the communities where we reside and serve.”

“I have benefited from my work experience at Warner in many ways. I am more comfortable taking instruction from someone who is not my parent or teacher, and I have improved my communication skills with others in an office setting. I plan to major in computer engineering and become a successful computer hardware engineer.”

Loyola is still in need of Work Experience Program Partners, and you can help. Do you know any business owners who might be interested in learning more about this truly rewarding working relationship? Or, do you know an employee at corporations who you believe would want to hear more about the value our program offers? If so, please contact our Work Experience Director Kenneth Gardner at (313) 861-2407, ext. 526. Or reach him by email at kgardner@loyolahsdetroit.org.

- Victor Robinson, Senior Loyola Work Experience Program

Welcome to Our Community

Roberta Miller

Roberta joined us in June 2022 as the manager of finance and payables. She has over 35 years of experience in financial management, including experience working at the Archdiocese of Detroit. Roberta spent 10 exciting years as the director of financial services for an international, non-profit teachers’ association, which allowed her to visit numerous countries and embassies. She has been married for 41 years to her high school sweetheart. They have two sons, one daughter-in-law, and three grandchildren. Outside of her family, Roberta enjoys playing golf, making exquisite greeting cards, birdwatching, and traveling.

Fredrick “Fred” L. Adams Jr.

Fred joins us as the Loyola Work Experience manager. Fred worked previously at Detroit Renaissance High School as a custodian before joining the Schulze Academy for Technology and Arts where he rose to the position of athletic director and head basketball coach. It was at this time that he found his true calling: Helping youth in a school setting. Fred initially came to Loyola in 2022 as the assistant coach of the varsity and junior varsity basketball teams and the varsity baseball team. He also served as a paraprofessional for our school. Fred accepted his current position in the Work Experience Program in February. He said he firmly believes that Loyola is an amazing place and he’s honored and blessed to be a part of something so special. A man of great faith and love of family, Fred enjoys spending his free time with his six daughters ranging in age from five to 16.

Rodney Denne

Rodney joined Loyola as a theology teacher in August. A veteran of the United States Air Force, the multi-talented Denne is a poet and an internationally recognized painter known for his contemporary, abstract paintings. His work appears in galleries and private collections throughout the United States and Europe. Locally, he is represented by Art Leaders Gallery. A graduate of St. Mary’s College where he earned a Bachelor of Arts in Art and Religious Studies, Rodney also holds a Master of Arts from Ashland University in Ohio. He has three sons, aged 18, 16, and eight months, and one daughter aged 10.

Tyson Hugee

Tyson is our new theology teacher. He holds a Bachelor of Arts in Religious Studies from College of the Holy Cross and is currently working on a master’s degree in education from the University of Notre Dame. Tyson is an excellent athlete and played two Division 1 sports in college, football and lacrosse. In his spare time, he enjoys the outdoors, playing sports, going to church, and being with loved ones.

Jennifer Fauster

Jennifer is our newest English teacher. This is her first year back in the classroom after a long hiatus spent raising her children, serving as a private school Board Member, and starting her own tutoring business. Her teaching career began at Farmington High School where she taught honors English and Advanced Placement language and composition. Although she loved the work, she decided to stay home after her second child was born. Her commitment to education led her to take part in her children’s school as a Board Member for eight years, six of which were spent as vice president of the Board. She also began tutoring and helping high school students with college essays and applications. Jennifer believes she could not ask for a better, more meaningful, and challenging gift than Loyola. She feels it is such an important, unique place and is honored to be a part of it.

Diallo McCaskle

Chef Diallo is our new culinary teacher. He started in the food and beverage industry in middle school preparing gourmet dishes for his class during show and tell, and by assisting his uncle with a local catering business. In high school, he attended the Golightly Career and Technical Center where he cooked for the likes of Mayor Coleman Young and other Detroit dignitaries. After graduation from Ferris State University, he opened his own catering company, “Sweet But Sassy Catering.” Chef Diallo won several awards and trophies competing in hors d'oeuvre, entree, dessert, and chocolatier competitions. As his reputation grew, he was asked to be the executive sous-chef for the Cleveland Cavaliers, and last year, he was the guest chef at the Michael Jordan Golf Tournament in Myrtle Beach.

Erika Lile

Erika is our new Spanish teacher. She has been teaching for 12 years, and with every new year she looks forward to meeting her students and sharing all that she knows about the beautiful Spanish language and culture. She takes pride in watching her students grow and expand their horizons as they use what they learn in her class.

Erika earned a Bachelor of Arts from Wayne State University, majoring in romance languages and minoring in linguistics. She then earned a Master of Arts from Wayne State University in romance languages, with a concentration in Spanish language and culture. When she’s not teaching, she enjoys spending time with her family and traveling to different countries.

Awards and Recognition

Going Above and Beyond

Many of our students and staff excelled during this school year, earning plaudits and praise from within the community and across the state. Here are some of their accomplishments.

Caring for the Well-Being of Our Students

Adolescence is a time of critical change and development, and the time when mental health challenges may first emerge. Recognizing this, Ms. Jennifer Fox, our director of counseling and social-emotional learning, earned two important certifications this year. She first became certified through The National Council for Well Being in “Youth Mental Health First Aid.” This certification is designed for adults working with young people and focuses on mental health warning signs and crisis training. Next, she completed instructor training from the council that qualifies her to teach mental health first aid to teens. Teaching topics range from available mental health resources and recognizing crisis situations in friends, to understanding anxiety, depression, substance use, eating disorders, and more. Her goal for next year is to have every student in our school trained as a “Mental Health First Aider.”

Work of Art Wins $15,000 Scholarship for Student

Loyola senior, Alexander Mayers, made a strong showing at the Detroit Pistons Black History Month Event held on Feb. 16 at the Detroit Institute of Arts. He competed in the poster competition and his artistic talent earned him a $15,000 scholarship as first runner up in the competition.

CHSL Coach of the Year

It was a repeat performance for Basketball Coach Dennis Morey ll. He was named "Coach of the Year" by the Catholic High School League (CHSL) for the second year in a row. This honor is voted on by fellow coaches in the league. Here, Coach Morey (right), is presented with the Varsity Championship trophy by CHSL Director Vic Michaels after Loyola's victory in the Catholic League Cardinal Division Championship. Congratulations, "Coach of the Year" Morey, on this well-deserved honor

Loyola Students Have Winning Attitude

Two of our seniors took home top prizes in the Northwest Detroit Optimist Club’s essay contest this year. The topic assigned was: Who is an Everyday Hero Who Brings Out the Optimism in You? Darnyl Copeland (left), earned 2nd place for his uplifting essay, and Alexander Mayers (center), took home 4th place honors. Kathryn Joyner (right), Optimist Club president, presented the awards one day after Morning Prayer.

AP Coach of the Year

After earning “Coach of the Year" honors from the Catholic High School League, a panel of sports writers from the Associated Press named Coach Dennis Morey ll "Coach of the Year" in Division 3 for the entire state of Michigan. This is a huge honor and extraordinarily well-deserved. Coach Morey was recognized for leading our Bulldogs to a 25-2 season that included a trip to the state quarterfinals. For more on the Bulldogs' winning season, please see page 15.

Like Father, Like Son

In 2000, when he was graduating from Loyola High School, Board Member Bruce McDonald (right) was proud to receive a scholarship from the Grosse Pointe Rotary Club. Now, 23 years later, he’s even more proud. His son, Braylon (left), is graduating from Loyola this year and Braylon received the same scholarship from the Grosse Pointe Rotary Club. Congratulations, gentlemen.

Hall of Famer

Congratulations to our wonderful colleague, supporter, and Marketing Committee member, Patty Montemurri, who was recently inducted into the Michigan Journalism Hall of Fame. Patty enjoyed an illustrious career at the Detroit Free Press for over 35 years, uncovering major political news stories and reporting with compassion and candor on religious matters.

Mr. Pettelle Named Loyola’s “Teacher of the Year”

Congratulations to Mr. Phil Pettelle, our American history teacher, for earning the “Teacher of the Year” Award at Loyola High School. Mr. Pettelle was selected by Principal Wyatt Jones III ’98 for his dedication, flexibility, and many years of service to Loyola High School. The award is presented by the Archdiocese of Detroit’s Department of Catholic Schools at a special ceremony held at Comerica Park. All honorees receive an Excellence in Teaching Award and tickets to a future Detroit Tigers baseball game.

Bulldogs Bring Honor to Loyola

Loyola salutes those student-athletes who earned individual honors for their talent, commitment, and dedication. Kudos to these young men who brought recognition to themselves and to our school.

Football Honorees

All-Regional

Mehlek Hevron ‘24

All-State

Raylon Murry ‘25

Academic All-State

Braylon McDonald ‘23

Michael Williams Jr. ‘23

All-Catholic

Kendrick Britt ‘23

Dwight Bush ‘23

Raylon Murry ‘25

All-League

Michael Williams Jr. ‘23

Ronald Byrdsong ‘24

Mari’Yon Ford ‘24

All-Academic

Braylon McDonald ‘23

Basketball Honorees

All-Catholic

Dashawn Martin ‘23

Ryan Martin ‘23

Jotham Nweke ‘23

All-League

Darek Anderson ‘23

All-Academic

Victor Robinson ‘23

The Detroit News Honors – Division 3:

2nd Team All-Detroit

Dashawn Martin ‘23

3rd Team All-Detroit

Ryan Martin ‘23

Jotham Nweke '23

3rd Team All-State

Dashawn Martin ‘23

4th Team All-State

Ryan Martin ‘23

Honorable Mention All-State

Jotham Nweke ‘23

Detroit Free Press Honors – Division 3

1st Team All-State

Ryan Martin ‘23

Honorable Mention All-State

Dashawn Martin ‘23

Jotham Nweke ‘23

Detroit Free Press Recognizes Loyola Student with “All-Detroit”

First-Team Football Honors

Loyola sophomore, Raylon Murry, was recognized by the Detroit Free Press for his outstanding performance on the football field. Murry was one of 23 student-athletes named to the Free Press’ “All-Detroit” First Team for his impressive play as a defensive lineman during the 2022 season. Murray’s stats included 71 tackles, seven sacks, and four forced fumbles.

Retired Faculty Member Appears on Epiphany Podcast to Discuss 25-Year Career at Loyola

Our universally admired and recently retired faculty member, Kathy Gross-Jacek, found time in retirement to talk to Vanessa Denha Garmo, host of the Epiphany podcast on the Ave Maria Radio Network. During this in-depth and wide-ranging interview, Gross-Jacek shared insights from her 25 years of selfless devotion to Loyola's mission and what Catholic education means to her.

WJR’s Lloyd Jackson Features Frederick Douglass North Star Scholars Event

WJR-AM's Senior News Analyst Lloyd Jackson was on hand when our five Frederick Douglass North Star Scholars made their powerful presentations on Frederick Douglass Day. In his in-depth interview, Jackson spoke with President Dave Smith, Principal Wyatt Jones III '98, and one of the student-scholars, Christian Burkes ’24. Jackson then shared his insights on the Paul W. Smith Show with Paul W. as the two men talked about the significance of this important program at Loyola.

Bulldog Football Scores Not One, Not Two, but Three Stories on New Home Field

It was over half a century in the making, but when it was announced that the Loyola Bulldogs would be playing their home games at University of Detroit Mercy’s historic Titan Field, the Detroit Catholic, The Detroit News, and Detroit Free Press all recognized the importance of this historic event and gave it the great coverage the story deserved. Each news outlet reflected upon the excitement, the history, and the tradition of this great field. Our president, athletic director, head coach, and players were interviewed and none could contain their excitement over the prospect of finally playing under the Friday night lights.

Loyola Principal Discusses His New Book on Detroit Catholic Podcast

Loyola Principal Wyatt Jones III '98 spoke about his new book The Urban Playbook on Detroit Catholic's Detroit Stories podcast. In the interview, Principal Jones was joined by Donovan Jackson, a Loyola alumnus, as they talked about the book's focus on providing guidance to young men of urban environments based on Principal Jones' experience as an educator and mentor at Loyola.

WXYZ’s Glenda Lewis Finds Inspiration in Loyola High School's Celebration of MLK Day

Journalist Glenda Lewis and WXYZ were at our school this year to cover Loyola’s celebration of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day. In honor of this special day, students participated in self reflection exercises, wellness activities, and community service to honor Dr. King's legacy and to continue his work. Lewis showed genuine emotion and appreciation as she spoke with Loyola students about Dr. King’s legacy resonating with our young men today.

Catholic Audience Hears More Good News About Loyola’s Frederick Douglass Scholars

Vanessa Denha Garmo, guest host of the popular radio program, Catholic Connection , spoke with Roger Jankowski, director of marketing and communications at Loyola, to learn more about the genesis of the school’s Frederick Douglass North Star Scholarship Program and the presentations by student-scholars. Denha Garmo shared her admiration for the work Loyola is doing and was so moved when Jankowski referenced one of Frederick Douglass’ quotes, she made it the “Quote of the Day” on her webpage. The quote: “It is easier to build strong children than to repair broken men.”

Loyola Principal Visits Fox 2 to Share Loyola’s Process for Helping Young Men Grow

During Black History Month in February, Fox 2 Detroit's The Noon co-host Lee Thomas sat down with Principal Wyatt Jones III '98 and commended him for helping guide young black men into becoming the very best versions of themselves. Thomas cited Loyola’s 12 consecutive years of 100 percent college acceptance among its graduates and referenced Jones’ new book, The Urban Playbook , which, at its core, is a guide for parents, teachers, and aspiring leaders to help young men grow up.

WXYZ Leads Broadcast with News on Loyola’s Work Experience Partner Appreciation Breakfast

Bulldogs Basketball Nets Five Stories in Student and Athlete

Throughout their impressive 2022-23 season, Loyola's basketball team received notable media coverage from Student and Athlete including several front-page stories. Whether it was for their 13-game winning streak, victories over top-notch teams, or for their success in winning the Catholic High School League, district, and regional titles, our student-athletes were certainly well represented in Student and Athlete.

MLive Covers Associated Press

Honors for Loyola's Dennis Morey

In April, Loyola held its gratifying Work Experience Partner Appreciation Breakfast and this year WXYZ was there to highlight all the wonderful things that make this event so special. Their reporter covered the awards presentation and interviewed a student-worker as well as one of our terrific partners. We were grateful for the excellent placement, too. Loyola’s segment opened the noon and 6 p.m. broadcasts.

When the story broke that Loyola’s veteran

Basketball

Coach Dennis Morey ll earned “Coach of the Year” honors in Division 3 from the Associated Press, MLive was on it. This is an award that covers the entire state and is voted on by a select panel of sports writers. Coach Morey was cited for guiding our Bulldogs to an impressive 25-2 record this winter, and for clinching the district and regional titles. Congratulations coach on your well-deserved honor! For more on Coach Morey’s honors this season, please see page 20.

“Coach of the Year”

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Giving

Why We Give

"It is rare to find a local organization that has such a large, positive impact on so many young men that will truly transform their lives forever. I was hooked on my first visit to Loyola High School over six years ago where I experienced young men showing incredible care and respect for each other and their teachers, all backed by a faith-based community. Immediately, I knew this was an organization I wanted to be involved with."

- Ed Gotfredson

"I was originally introduced to Loyola in 1994 by a friend. Having reaped the benefits of a Jesuit education in my own life, I understand the profound impact that the focus on cura personalis (care for the whole person) and Grad at Grad can have on the development of young men in an increasingly difficult social environment. My wife, Michelle, and I decided to make it a priority to support Loyola to provide access to a Jesuit education for a broader group of young men in the city of Detroit; men who will carry the “men for others” spirit into their communities and beyond."

- Mike Lopus

"We heard about Loyola in 2018 through our sons attending fellow Jesuit school, UDJ. We've been supporting Loyola ever since because giving to Loyola is truly a chance to change lives. The Loyola program is uniquely designed to educate, support, and mentor the young men of Detroit to become the bedrocks of their families and our community. We're inspired by the love and care that's tangible at every level of Loyola."

- Eoin and Liz Comerford

"My husband, Tom, and I took an interest in Loyola High School over 10 years ago when I volunteered with the students at Manna Meals soup kitchen. We were so impressed by the young men that we sought out the source. The theology teacher at the time encouraged us to come for a tour. We were delighted with the team there, and the results. We truly feel that raising good men is the most important part of the mission at Loyola, and the fact they also get a superior education at the same time really continues to impress us."

- Ann Schneider

"My involvement with Loyola started in 2008 when my late husband, Larry, and I were invited to a Loyola fundraiser. I was so taken with the school that I began volunteering in a multitude of ways. At the center of all this activity - and the reason why I continue to support Loyola with my time, talent, and treasure - is the young men. They have touched me in so many ways. I never could have gotten through the death of my husband without the love and support of my Loyola family. I still attend sporting events and keep in contact with staff, alums, and their mothers. Loyola will always be in my heart."

- Crystal Davidson

We thank you and all our donors. Your impact on our deserving young men’s lives is direct, immediate, and lasting. You ensure futures and make it possible for us to send forth generations of Men for Others. Men for Detroit.

MISSION STATEMENT

Loyola High School of Detroit, a Catholic school in the Jesuit tradition, nurtures a culture of hope and academic success for young men challenged by an urban environment and prepares them to be men of Christian love, justice, and service who act with integrity, compassion, and courage.