Jesuit High School
Summer of 2008

 

Academic Workshops


A student works at the Jesuit
Reading/ Study Skills Workshop.

Jesuit Reading and Study Skills Workshop

Middle school students who participated in Jesuit's Reading and Study Skills Workshop worked on techniques to enhance their academic performance. Students worked on improving vocabulary and also sharpened their critical thinking skills. 

Visit the Jesuit Reading and Study Skills Photo Gallery.


Mr. Zabrecky discusses the seasons
with students at Science Camp.

Jesuit Science Camp

Utilizing the latest in probes and computers, campers learned about the physical world through hands-on experiments. From conducting tests that explain weather conditions to studying the properties of magnets, participants discovered that science is fascinating and fun.

Visit the Jesuit Science Camp Photo Gallery.



Athletics


Retif Oil
2008 American Legion
City, Regional, & State Champions

American Legion Baseball Sponsored by Retif Oil

Retif Oil, Jesuits sponsor for American Legion Baseball, enjoyed a successful summer campaign. In between scorching heat or heavy thunderstorms, Retif secured the 2008 First District City, Southeast Regional, and State Championships. In mid-August, the team will travel to Oklahoma to represent Louisiana at the American Legion Mid-South Regional Tournament.

Take a look at Retif Oil’s season on the American Legion Webpage.



Camps


Put me in, Coach!
Baseball campers are ready to play.

Jesuit Baseball Camp

Camp participants learned the fundamentals of baseball in one of the two sessions offered this summer. At camp, kids enhanced fielding and batting skills and learned the most important lesson about playing baseball-- have fun!

Visit the Baseball Camp Photo Gallery (Week One) / Baseball Camp Photo Gallery (Week Two).


Basketball campers shoot around.

Jesuit Basketball Camp

Basketball campers sharpened their shooting skills and enhanced their play under the guidance of Jesuits basketball coaches and student athletes.

Visit the Jesuit Basketball Camp Photo Gallery.


Day campers play flag football.

Blue Jay Day Camp

Field trips, swimming, movies, water days, and much more... Jesuit Day Camp provided opportunities for kids to make new friends and to experience activities that open minds and challenge the body.

Visit the Blue Jay Day Camp Photo Gallery.


Football camper displays
his fancy foot work.

Jesuit Football Camp

Campers experienced the rigors and the lessons that football camp teaches to enhance their game. Under the guidance of Jesuit's football coaching staff and student athletes, participants improved their play and deepened their appreciation for the game.

Visit the Jesuit Football Camp Photo Gallery.


Campers prepare to play a game
at soccer camp.

Jesuit Soccer Camp

Participants worked hard with Jesuit's soccer coaching staff and student-athletes to learn how to improve their game. From enhancing stamina to learning strategy, campers experienced the challenge and the fun that is soccer.

Visit the Jesuit Soccer Camp Photo Gallery.


Student Coaches Kevin Wright (left)
and Trevor Johnson help
two young wrestlers.

Mid-City Kids' Wrestling Camp


In two different sessions, wrestling camp introduced participants to the basics of wrestling. Campers not only learned wrestling techniques but also enjoyed the experience of accomplishment.

Visit the Wrestling Kids' Camp Photo Gallery (Session One).



Physical Plant Improvements


Workers replace windows
in St. Ignatius Hall.

Summer Renovations

From St. Ignatius Hall to the school elevators to the facade of the Administrative building and more,
Jesuit continued in its efforts to recover from Katrina damage and to maintain its buildings to serve the community for years to come.

Visit the Summer Renovations Photo Gallery.


New flat screen LCDs have been
installed in five computer labs
and the Resource Center.

Technology Enhancements

Technology upgrades were comprehensive this summer. New computers in classrooms and science and computer labs and overhead projectors and Sympodiums name but a few of the electronic enhancements that reflect Jesuits commitment in providing the Blue Jays the best academic environment.

Visit the Technology Improvements Photo Gallery.