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Every few seconds, the monotonous machines connected to his body would emit another high-pitched burst of sound. Beep. Beep. Beep. As he tossed and turned in the uncomfortable hospital bed, more of his fine, silky, black hair fell onto the pillows, a constant reminder that, for the second time, his trials and tribulations were very real. Today was a...
On September 28, 2023, over 100 Jesuit students and a considerable number of parents and faculty members gathered in Hughes Hall. The purpose of this assembly was to celebrate the Jesuit students’ exemplary performances on the PSAT and AP exams from the 2022-23 year.  “I was extremely proud of the accomplishments that were recognized at the Academic Recognition Ceremony. As...
The Culinary Society, led by Ms. Clayton of the Science Department, is designed to give Jesuit students the opportunity to learn how to cook as well as learn to appreciate cooking as a science and an art. The Culinary Society plans weekly meetings where they discuss foods, cooking techniques, and specific dishes.  Members are encouraged to bring food if they...
Jesuit’s UIL Math team, lead by senior Brendan O’Brien, looks to establish a winning tradition in the competitive arena of high school math competitions. Because only the top three district contestants continue to the regional meet, UIL Math will need anyone who can contribute to the team’s success. At the district meet in February, contestants can try their luck...
A young student treads quietly onto the pavement. His new Jesuit Class of 2024 T-shirt becomes slightly stained as the scorching heat forces the natural reaction of dripping sweat down his forehead. His mind is racing with a million thoughts about how his first day at a new school will go. He notices his heart mildly thumping. Despite these...
On Friday, May 19th, Ben Eppich '24 and I had the chance to revisit with Chris Simington '24 and Drew Noonan '24, before we head off to summer. We talked, while in the senior courtyard, about their first month and a half as the student body and vice president for Jesuit Dallas. For a brief description, we talked about...
Students fill Hughes Hall and sit shoulder to shoulder on the rustic brown steps as they listen to one of the many Pi Day presentations. On the day before Spring Break, Friday, March 7, Jesuit students experienced a Pi day that was very different from the expected all day event in the Terry Center. This year, in contrast to previous years,...
For some, chemical explosions or intriguing manifestations from simple chemicals still have the capacity to captivate their inner child. With the renewal of the Mad Scientists Club, students can rekindle their love for science. Meeting every Thursday after school, the club is led by Mrs. Smith, Ms. Matthews, and Mrs. Sanchez, who revitalized the club. The beginning of the year is a hectic...

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