One of Cristo Rey’s missions is to prepare students for work. This summer’s Freshmen Orientation Program took on new importance as our business partners plan their remote and on-site work strategies. CWSP is making sure that student workers are prepared for any eventuality. These are the training modules freshmen attend: Email Setup Email Etiquette … Read More
The Need is Still There: A Special Food Pantry Event at Cristo Rey
The Northern Illinois Food Bank and Cristo Rey St. Martin have cooperated to hold 12 Mobile Pop-up Markets on campus. The June 24th event at CRSM however, held a special place in the hearts of the friends of the Northern IL Food Bank. Working beside Cristo Rey faculty and students at the Food Pantry, 50 family and friends volunteered to … Read More
Baird “Kids Win!” Grant Brings Student-Run Coffee Shop Within Reach
Cristo Rey St. Martin is honored to have been selected as an inaugural recipient of The Paul Purcell “Kids Win!” Annual Baird Education Grant. The grant award was established as a tribute to former Baird Chairman Paul E. Purcell who passed away in February 2020. Mr. Purcell was a true champion of Cristo Rey for nearly 25 years. He frequently … Read More
“a dream to buy my mom a house”: An Interview with Czier-Anne Gone
Since her graduation from CRSM in 2013, Czier-Anne earned two bachelor’s degrees – Physics from Loyola University and Chemical Engineering from the University of Notre Dame. She took time out to speak with me about her early struggles with the English language, her deep involvement with CRSM, her heroes, and the continuing use of her talent in the sciences. … Read More
“It’s good to be uncomfortable”: An Interview with Josh Washington
Josh graduated from CRSM in 2017. I spoke with him just after he received his degree in Theoretical Physics and Applied Mathematics from Loyola University. Josh is a study in humility and competence. His record of achievement is remarkable given his young age – and there is much more to come. Thanks so much for making time for me, … Read More
English III Class Working with 2nd Graders Yields Unexpected Results
Elizabeth Partenach’s English 3 class partnered with Ms. Wachowiak’s 2nd graders at Park School in Round Lake with the goal of creating mentorships and learning to write with purpose. The English 3 class wrote story books for the 2nd graders to read and review. They acted as “junior” editors for their CRSM writing mentors. The assignment uncovered a budding children’s … Read More
Dr. Odiotti Wins The Golden Apple Award for Leadership
Principal Odiotti was selected as the winner of the prestigious Golden Apple Leadership Award from a nominated group of more than 120 school leaders from across Illinois. Watch the surprise award ceremony here: Dr. O. donated the prize money he received to CRSM – to support students, alumni and faculty. TwitterFacebookemailLinkedinTumblrPinterest
Work Study Students Earn Microsoft Certifications
One of Cristo Rey’s missions is to prepare students for work. Our Certified students “have demonstrated the ability to command the full features and functionality of Microsoft Word and Excel, preparing them for future academic or workforce opportunities.” For those Certified in Word 2019/365, these are some of the skills they have mastered: Advanced Find Options Formatting text & … Read More
