Aiming Higher with Partners in Education!

We are thrilled to announce new work-study commitments from the University of Central Florida and Rollins College. Through this partnership, a total of eight Cristo Rey students will help with various office roles at both campuses. At UCF, four Cristo Rey students will be working on campus at the UCF Center for Community Schools, which does work toward supporting community public schools. As of now, fifteen local schools in Central Florida benefit from this program, and CRO students will soon be helping to carry out this important work that impacts local students. “We are pleased to share in this transformative partnership with Cristo Rey Orlando High School. This collaboration aligns to our commitment to create holistic educational environments through community partnerships that support underrepresented students. By leveraging university resources, we aim to illuminate pathways to a brighter future, empowering students to flourish academically and professionally for lifelong success.”  – Dr. Amy Ellis, Director of UCF Center for Community Schools At Rollins College, four of our students will also be working, this time in various departments, getting in-office experience while working directly with Rollins staff and faculty. "Rollins College educates students for global citizenship and responsible leadership and we are delighted to share this journey with students from Cristo Rey. The mutually beneficial partnership gives Cristo Rey students the opportunity to work and learn at Rollins while Rollins gets the opportunity to learn from the students. We are excited to partner and have high hopes for this partnership." - Sam Stark, Vice President of Communications & External Relations of Rollins College We’re so excited to be partnering with both UCF and Rollins, who each have a tradition of excellence in higher education. And it’s not just about what our students will bring to these schools, but it’s also about what these schools can bring to them. Our research on Cristo Rey graduates shows that exposure to college and university life is a transformative experience for them.

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A huge thank you to UCF and Rollins for partnering with us on the transformative mission of education.

Our Team Is Growing

As we move closer to our first day of school in 2025, we are being intentional about growing our team. We are excited to announce our newest member, Bradley Noel!  As Executive Assistant to the President of Cristo Rey Orlando High School, Bradley serves as the vital link between our executive and internal/external colleagues or patrons. His role involves preparing documents, attending meetings, and managing calendars, while also overseeing event planning, corporate compliance, and system implementation. He handles project management, recruitment support, and providing essential administrative assistance to our leadership team. To Bradley, the work isn't just another job; it's a mission-driven endeavor that inspires him daily. The opportunity to contribute to the students' growth and success, fuels his dedication with tireless efforts to make a meaningful impact on the community. Here’s a little more about him: Hometown: Lauderhill, Fl College: Florida Atlantic University   First Job: Fish Cutter at Fish Peddler Hobbies: Working out, performing spoken word poetry, and being a Dad. Why Cristo Rey?: “It's a diamond that reflects faith. I love being able to hold the mirror for students so they can see their reflections, and become who they truly are.”

“The first step in education is learning to recognize the Creator’s image in man, and consequently learning to have a profound respect for every human being and helping others to live a life consonant with this supreme dignity." Pope Benedict XVI

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The Cristo Rey Network of high schools delivers a career focused, college preparatory education in the Catholic tradition for students with limited economic resources, uniquely integrating rigorous academic curricula with four years of professional work experience and support to and through college. We partner with educators, businesses and communities to enable students to fulfill their aspirations for a lifetime of success.

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