Welcome to the seventy-third edition of the

Panther Press,

a biweekly electronic newsletter sent to families and friends of 

San Joaquin Memorial High School.

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We Surpassed our Goal of Raising $9 Million for The Campaign for the Students of San Joaquin Memorial - Empowering Today, Transforming Tomorrow!

It is with great excitement that I announce the successful completion of the Empowering Today,Transforming Tomorrow Capital Campaign. The goal of this campaign was $9 million to help transform the educational experience of our students. We currently have pledges and payments in excess of $9.3 million.  

If you have been to campus recently, you can see the tangible results of the generosity of our San Joaquin Memorial community. To name a few of the projects we have installed air conditioning in the main gym, totally updated our cafeteria, created a plethora of outdoor student congregation spaces, begun a complete renovation of Ryan Gym and are installing artificial turf at the stadium this summer. All of these projects will have a significantly positive impact on our students.  

Through the campaign we are also establishing a $2 million dollar tuition assistance program and a $1 million dollar teaching excellence fund. Both of these programs will go a long way to rewarding teaching that is explementary and attracting the most talented students to SJM.

On behalf of the SJM student body, I would like to say Thank You to our generous supporters. All of us have played a role in reaching this milestone in the long history of San Joaquin Memorial High School.   

-Michael C. Burke

SJM President

SJM Beautify Fresno Covers 500 Yards of Wall Graffiti

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The final Beautify Fresno event of the year took place on Saturday, March 25, 2023. They covered approximately 500 yards of wall graffiti at Logan Park in Fresno. The residents of the area will no longer have to look at ugly graffiti! So proud of this group and all that they have accomplished this year.

Grandparents Mass & Mini Reception

We had a beautiful Grandparents Mass and Reception on March 23, 2023! It was so great to see so many grandparents on campus that day with their grandchildren! Thank you all for coming and we hope you come back soon! You are always welcome at Memorial.

Thank you for Making our Annual Blood Drive a Success!

Our Annual Blood Drive was a success we surpassed our goal given to us by the Central California Blood Bank, so great job Panthers! You honored one of our own, Aaron Martinez in a most caring and life giving way.  One God, One School, One Family!

Advanced Placement Exams

AP Exams will take place during the first two weeks of May: May 1-5 and May 8-12. Below is the schedule for the exams including the days and times. The dates and times are fixed by the College Board two years in advance and CANNOT be changed. New this year is the introduction of digital exams, that is, exams will be taken entirely on a digital device: school issued iPad, personal tablet, or personal laptop (Chromebooks excluded.) If a student is using an iPad or other tablet, it must have an external keyboard. If a student does not have an external keyboard, the school will provide one. Digital exams will be conducted in the following subjects: US History, European History, Seminar, and English Literature.

Next year the digital exams will expand to other subjects.

Students must report to the exam location 15 minutes early.



The table below outlines the AP Exam schedule. Note: Locations of each exam will be posted later this month.

Looking for Yearbook Staff for the 2023-2024 School Year!

Yearbook class wants your talent and help to build an amazing 2024 yearbook.

Looking for photographers, graphic designers, and writers for next school year! #spiritof2024

Please contact Mrs. Geisler at [email protected] for more information!

Student Spotlights

SJM Students Traveling to Spain this summer to Compete in the MIC 2023 Mediterranean International Cup

SJM students Alex Bryan, Nicolas Safadi, Jonah Vanegas, and John Gleason (all Class of 2023 graduates) will be traveling to Spain to compete in the MIC 2023 Mediterranean International Soccer Cup. They will be facing teams from Spain, Nigeria, and England. They are excited to represent the USA overseas. They are traveling with CenCal Cosmos Grey. Good Luck Panthers and come back as Champions!

Congratulations Mia Valdez!

Congratulations to San Joaquin Memorial Varsity Girls Soccer player, Mia Valdez '25 who earned the CMAC 1st team All Conference Honors.

She wants to thank Coach Malcolm, Coach Alyssa and all the girls on the squad!

Congratulations to Kaitlyn Wintz on her Signing Day!

On Monday, March 27, 2023 Kaitlyn Wintz '23 signed her NCAA Letter of Intent in an intimate ceremony at SJM's Main Gym with faculty, staff, coaches, teammates, friends and her family members. She will be attending Arizona Christian University!

Congratulations Kaitlyn and we wish you all the success at ACU with your volleyball career!

Grease Production & Grease Amazon Wish List

Hello proud SJM parents! We are still in need of several costume items for our upcoming production of Grease! Last day to purchase from the Amazon wish list will be April 1st. Thank you to those who have already donated costumes and sewing help to the program! Grease performances are April 28 - 30th! Tickets will be sold online, and will be advertised in the next few weeks. Thank you for your support, and we look forward to seeing you at the show!

Join Campus Ministry 2023-2024

All Juniors interested in joining the Campus Ministry Team for the 2023-2024 school year. The applications to apply for the team are now available and are due Monday, April 17th. Pick up an application from Mrs. Cortez's office in the South Administration Building.

Shadow Visits!

Adoration at Memorial!

Do you have a prayer intention to share? We invite you to complete the form below to submit a prayer intention which will be placed in the Intentions Box in our Chapel.

Purchase Your 2022-2023 Yearbook 

Don’t miss all of the great times at San Joaquin Memorial High School that are in the 2023 yearbook! Order at: jostensyearbooks.com

Join SJM's Parent Guild! 

Why join the SJM Parent Guild?

One of the many reasons parents in the Central Valley choose to send their children to San Joaquin Memorial High School is the community of fantastic families and their quality of character.

Like-minded parents and staff that share in the moral development, catholic faith and ethical standards of children - THIS is what sets SJM apart from other schools in the area.

The best way to participate in and contribute to that community is to join the SJM Parent Guild because you'll:

•Get to know parents, staff, and students!

•Be “in the know” for all campus activities!

•Parent Guild brings the fun and it’s the best way to get your mandatory parent hours!

To learn more go here. 

Purchase your SJM Athletic Boosters Club Membership Card 

You can get your SJM Athletic Boosters Club Membership Card TODAY!

The mission of the San Joaquin Memorial High School Boosters Club is to provide fundraising support to the school’s athletic programs.

Funding for facility improvement projects and general athletics operations are the club’s main focus.

Become a member of the Boosters Club today! By joining the Boosters Club, you are helping to improve the quality of facilities and equipment for our student-athletes.

Club dues are $100 for two memberships or $50 for a single membership for the school year. Cards provide admittance to all home Panther athletic events (excluding playoffs) for the 2022-23 school year.(pass will be mailed to the address you provide – pass must be presented at home games at all times for free admittance).

Click here to purchase you membership card. 

 Click here to  Donate to SJM!