Paul Stroka

Cristo Rey Jesuit High School is a Catholic, college preparatory institution primarily serving students from Spanish-speaking families with limited financial means. The private company is based in Chicago, IL. The school features a corporate work study program, partnering with over 200 businesses to provide students with professional work experience and mentorship, which helps fund tuition and develop career skills. Cristo Rey Jesuit High School emphasizes holistic development through athletics, campus ministry, college counseling, and comprehensive support services. The school supports alumni with resources such as financial aid assistance, career services, and a college retention emergency fund. Students participate in a structured service program focused on social justice and Catholic social teachings, requiring annual service hours and reflection. Founded in 1996, the school offers a rigorous academic curriculum that includes a dual-language program with coursework in both English and Spanish, advanced placement courses, and a minimum 28.5 credit graduation requirement.