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Providence Cristo Rey High School Newsletter
October 2016
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Congratulations to Sophomore Jaden Collier-Smith, Corporate Work Study Student of the Month. Jaden works at Pepper Construction where his supervisor said: "He's eager to learn, ambitious, professional and reliable." 

What our  partners say:

 
"Today our office received a call from a Spanish-speaking patient. My staff didn't understand Spanish, but Angie did. She was able to translate the patient's call and help with her needs. She is an amazing student and we are lucky to have her." - supervisor with OrthoIndy about Angie Platero, grade nine. 




"Jimmie consistently demonstrates he is engaged and attentive." - supervisor with Defender about Jimmie Darbonne, grade nine.




"From the first day on the job, she has displayed self-confidence, the ability to quickly comprehend tasks we ask her to complete, with accuracy, a smile on her face, and according to instructions." - supervisor with Purdue Extension-Marion County about Skylar Banks, grade eleven. 
 









Dear Friends:
Recently, our leadership team reviewed data about our 2016-17 student body. The data, in part, revealed the following:
> 44% of our incoming freshmen say they want to increase their self-esteem and confidence.
> 35.6% of our sophomores say they want to improve time management,  organizational and study skills.  
Why is this information important? Because as leaders of fulfilling the mission of our great school, it's crucial that we recognize the needs and challenges, as well as dreams and goals of our students. Though all of our students are striving to attend college, for some, the goal is to graduate with an academic honors diploma providing access to an array of colleges and universities. While all of  our student strive to excel academically, many students' personal goals vary. Some seek affirmation or approval; others look for adult role models who can support their academic and career goals.  
As we continue to commemorate our 10th anniversary year, we are dedicated to investing in our ministry in what we see as a bright and promising future. 
In the Fall of 2015, our Board of Directors and Leadership Team developed a 5-year Strategic Plan with a focus on our "Before, During, and After Educational Delivery."  This three-pronged approach is critical because we serve a vulnerable population of low-income students of great promise. Every child needs our unwavering support beyond academics to address their social and emotional growth. 
According to the Indiana Commission for Higher Education, approximately one out of 10 free or reduced lunch Indiana high school students will graduate from college.  Only 25% of Indiana high school students earn an associate's or bachelor's degree on time. We are proud to say that 66% of all
Providence Cristo Rey graduates from our first class in 2010 to the most recent in 2016, have either graduated from college or continue to pursue a degree. It is through the combination of academic, spiritual, professional, and social support services that Providence Cristo Rey students are prepared to far exceed the state's college graduation rate for low-income students.(Read below about one of those graduates). 
You play a critical role in supporting the programs that ultimately lead to our students' success in college, career, and life - especially "during" their time at Providence Cristo Rey.  
Saint Teresa of Calcutta is quoted as saying: "Never worry about numbers. Help one person at a time and always start with the person nearest you."
 I believe that this is exactly what our faculty, staff, Corporate Work Study partners, donors, friends, and family members do -  help one student at a time - and for that, I am sincerely grateful.

Joseph P. Heidt

President and CEO
Providence Cristo Rey High School


Corporate Work Study Partner Profile: 
August Mack

Providence Cristo Rey currently has more than 94 Corporate Work Study partners. Each year, as our student body grows, more corporations partner with us to provide a rich, on-the-job professional environment that helps our students thrive. In honor of our 10-year anniversary, we are pleased to recognize companies who have partnered with Providence Cristo Rey for five or more years. 
Our first spotlight is August Mack Environmental, a full-service environmental, health and safety (EH&S) consulting firm.
August Mack was one of Providence Cristo Rey's  first partners during the 2007-2008 school year.  One decade later, August Mack has developed and mentored 32 students for success in college and career.   Read more about August Mack's commitment to Providence Cristo Rey. 

Student Profiles: Meet These Leaders

Student Ambassadors are chosen to represent PCRHS at public and private events, school visits and at our annual fundraiser. These students are selected based on good standing in academics, Corporate Work Study, and behavior. They are key in our recruiting, marketing and development efforts and also have the opportunity to practice their leadership and public speaking skills. Learn more about our Ambassadors   here. 



Seniors Kazdin Banks and LA Abdullah were chosen as our Student Council President and Vice President. To learn more about Kazdin watch his election video. Learn more about LA by watching his election video. 




Alumni Profile
Anthony Jackson (2011)  graduated from UIndy in 2015 with a degree in psychology and is entering graduate school at UIndy for English as a second language. As a student at Providence Cristo Rey, he worked for Barnes and Thornburg and Eli Lilly & Company. 
"I chose Providence Cristo Rey because of the Corporate Work Study Program. I didn't know what I wanted to do and this helped me learn about different careers. I learned a lot of skills like professional communications -  things other students don't learn in high school.  I felt more prepared when I came to college.
   I'd like to say 'thank you' to everyone who was involved with my high school and Corporate Work Study experience. That's the reason I am who I am today. I don't think I would  have gone to grad school if it hadn't been for the confidence I gained."


Special thanks to: 
Thanks to Pepsico for the generous donations.
> Pepsico for donating 6,625 pounds of nutritious food and beverages for our sports teams and extracurricular events. 
> Corporate Work Study partners:  The Indiana Blood Center, Community Health, Pepper Construction, MJ Insurance, Eli Lilly & Company; CBRE, the Indiana State Treasurer's Office and Berkshire Hathaway, Butler University, Marian University and IUPUI, for hosting prospective Wolves for Career Exploration and College Exposure Days. 


> Eskenazi Health for providing flu shots for our student workers. ration Days."

Community Connections:

>Building Better Narratives in Black Education Forum (Indianapolis Urban league)
>  State of Homelessness Forum (Indianapolis Urban League
> Minorities in Hospitality 
> 100 Black Men Gala and Awards Dinner 
 > Clarence Crain, Program Director of Education Division, Lilly Endowment
> Cassandra Anderson: Director of Programs 100 Black Men
> Nathaniel Turner: The Raising Superman project
> Kameelah Shaheed-Diallo: Senior vice-president of strategy and community engagement - The Mind Trust
>  Carrie Lambert: Executive Director Indiana Tourism Association
>  Richard Bray Community Partnerships Manager , Family School and Neighborhood Engagement
>Fueling the Metro Economy: A Preview of Accelerate Indy - Indy Chamber
> Ace Academy - K-8
> Holy Cross - K - 8
>   Indiana College prep School - K - 8
>Donovan CPA's
>IU Foundation
>Boys and Girls Club
>Traditions Management
>Eleven Fifty Academy
>Blue and Co
>e-Imagine
>EmployIndy
>Cummins
>Angie's List
>Interactive Intelligence
>Power of Women's Fund Philanthropy Dinner  
> IBJ Panel Discussion on Heathcare and Benefits - two partners, Community Health and Ortho Indy were panelists)
>Economic Club  Luncheon -Jeff Harrison from Citizens,  guest speaker
>Tour of Exodus Refugee Program with Women's Fund
> Shelley Huffman, Indiana Chamber Foundation  
> The Smith Family Fund
> The Akerman Foundation
>Brooksource, Ryan Hasbrook
> Defenders
> Marian University Educator's College, Kenith C. Britt
> St. Mary of the Woods College, Dottie King
> St. Vincent Sports Medicine
> OrthoIndy, Jan Keller
> Butler University Lacy School of Business, Kim Goad, Stephen Standifird, 
Our Mission: "Providence Cristo Rey is a Catholic co-educational college preparatory school serving Indianapolis by offering a transformational educational experience to students with economic need.
 
  Do you know someone who would benefit from a faith-based private education at Providence Cristo Rey High School? Invite them to our open house: 
Sunday, Nov. 6, 3-5 p.m.
For more info call: 317-860-1000, ext. 171