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Page 1: Transforming Lives: Building Opportunities...Transforming lives: Building Opportunities! Background Shortly after arriving in Austin in June 2000, Bishop Gregory Aymond sought to advance

SAN JUAN DIEGO CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL

Transforming Lives:

Building Opportunities!

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Transforming lives: Building Opportunities!

Dear Friends,

In 2013, San Juan Diego Catholic High School (SJDCHS) celebrated eleven years of providing outstanding Catholic college preparatory education. As we embark upon our next decade of service, we are pleased to launch a $12.6 million capital campaign effort that will result in new facilities and an enhanced learning environment for our students.

Since its inception in 2002, SJDCHS has created exciting opportunities for

Austin students with the greatest financial and educational needs.

Below are a few facts on our school and highlights of our

accomplishments over the years:

• SJDCHS is the only school of its kind in Texas—a Diocesan, Catholic, college preparatory

high school with a Corporate Internship Program (CIP). 100% of our students participate in

CIP, which provides students with four years of professional work experience and future career

possibilities.

• SJDCHS has opened an 8th grade academy to assimilate students in the rigors of the college preparatory curriculum.

• 100% of students receive college acceptances.

• 65% of the graduating class of 2013 are first generation college students and the

26 students from the class were offered more than $554,000 in college scholarships.

• 63% of students qualify for free/reduced lunch.

• 82% of students are Hispanic and 60% of the student body comes from public schools.

• SJDCHS raises over $700,000 annually charitably to continue serving all of those who would otherwise not have access to this extraordinary high school program.

We are proud that we have been able to further our mission of providing highly motivated students the

opportunity to earn a Catholic, college preparatory education enriched by participation in a corporate

internship program. With the continued support of the philanthropic community, we can offer additional

opportunities to deserving students in the years to come.

The following pages provide more details on our capital campaign and this exciting new phase of the

school’s growth and development. Please partner with us in achieving our vision for the future.

Sincerely,

Pamela S. Jupe

Principal

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Capital Campaign Committee

Bishop Joe Vásquez Honorary Chair

David Applewhite Pam Jupe Jean Bondy Victor Castillo* Msgr. Tom Frank John Glode* Mel Greene*

Dennis Kearns C. J. “Dutch” Kellerman* Steve Levatino Dr. Judy Loredo Br. William Nick, CSC* Michelle Strain* Dr. Ned Vanders*

* 2013-2014 Member of the Advisory Board of Directors

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Background

Shortly after arriving in Austin in June 2000, Bishop Gregory Aymond sought to advance the Church’s prophetic mission by increasing the number of Catholic school opportunities in Central Texas. Citing the

Church’s “preferential option for the poor,” he sought to empower individuals and transform

communities through Catholic schools which create opportunities for young people with the greatest need.

San Juan Diego Catholic High School was founded in 2002 replicating the innovative Corporate

Internship Program of Cristo Rey Jesuit High School in Chicago, Illinois.

As part of the Corporate Internship Program at San Juan Diego Catholic High School, all students

(9th-12th grades) gain on-the-job experience at entry-level positions and a portion of their earnings

help cover the cost of a quality Catholic, college-preparatory education. Students learn from the

best companies in Austin, including Seton Healthcare Family, Dell Inc., St. Edward’s University

and a number of law and investment firms, non-profit organizations, insurance offices and financial

institutions. Due to the school’s unique Corporate Internship Program and academic excellence,

San Juan Diego Catholic High School is known as “The School That Works!”

San Juan Diego Catholic High School provides students with every opportunity to excel. Our mission is

accomplished through the school’s rigorous academic program. San Juan Diego Catholic High School

students become responsible, capable and caring young leaders. Since its inception in 2002, San Juan Diego Catholic

High School has graduated over 250 individuals well-prepared for the rigors of university studies and subsequent

career opportunities. Our graduates continue their education at postsecondary institutions such as The University of

Notre Dame, The University of Texas at Austin and Cornell University. Graduates have begun their careers as small

business owners, technical writers, accountants, and teachers at organizations like Texas Instruments, Carr Riggs &

Ingram and even San Juan Diego Catholic High School.

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campaign rationale

San Juan Diego Catholic High School is currently located on property owned by the Diocese of Austin and shared with San José Catholic Church. It is housed in a two-story 1950’s elementary school building, four temporary modular buildings and a small building known as the “Casita.” We maintain a balanced budget and carry very little debt. In December of 2009, the school received full accreditation by the Texas Catholic Conference Accreditation Commission. The accreditation team reported, “Although the facilities are clean and well-maintained, a long-range plan must be developed to address the deficiencies and the current state of inadequate facilities in the area of science, fine arts, physical education and food service. In 2013, the school received advanced SACS accreditation. Our current enrollment is 170. Daily our students struggle to gain a fulfilling high school experience amid outdated and non-existent facilities. There is no gymnasium, locker room or cafeteria and students gather for lunch, pep rallies, band practice and other student activities outside amid parked cars on an uneven parking lot. The San José Parish Hall is used when available. Students frequently must seek empty classrooms or hallways for group meetings and study, independent study and fellowship.

In order that we can address these issues and provide an enriched learning environment, the Board has

launched a $12.6 million campaign for new construction. In addition to providing students with a fulfilling

learning environment, the increased access and facilities will increase projected enrollment and thus generate

more revenue from corporate partners sponsoring our students.

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campaign components

math & science center

San Juan Diego Catholic High School has many lab supplies to work with but simply no classrooms that are dedicated and designed in which to use them. The time taken to perform even simple experiments is longer

than necessary since there is no setting at the school in which students can receive instruction near a

prepared lab.

The Texas Catholic Conference Education Department (TCCED) requires that 40% of science instructional time be

spent performing laboratory experiments; therefore, the construction of dedicated science labs is a top

priority. The only way to bring more stimulation into the science classroom is through doing, and

students are currently limited in their access to creating and building an understanding of scientific

discovery with their own hands and minds. Following procedures and working in a formal lab setting are

necessary preparatory experiences for college-bound students.

The new facilities will house a math and science center allowing for hands-on learning. A state-of-the-

art facility equates to greater time efficiency in class and opens the doors for more classroom and

computer based applications. This will allow students of different learning styles to connect

information with reactions, specimens, and processes that exist in their world. Students will be better

prepared to translate their academics into real-life settings with enhanced math and lab facilities.

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Campaign Components

Fine Arts Center

San Juan Diego Catholic High School currently offers after school clubs for art, drama, woodworking,

choir, guitar, and drumline as well as two courses of Art I for seniors. Art classes and projects are

limited because of a lack of space. After school clubs, drum, choir and music practice are held in

various classrooms as space allows. Drama Club conducts all rehearsals and performances in the San

José Catholic Church Parish Hall depending on availability. Although we are grateful for the use of

the Parish Hall, it does not have optimal acoustics, seating, or lighting, and lacks a stage.

Students donate many art projects to the school to help with fundraising efforts thus gaining a sense of

accomplishment and much pride through expressing themselves in art and their community. New

facilities will allow the art department the space to adequately address the curriculum. New facilities will

include classroom space that will serve as performance, rehearsal and meeting space.

Cast and Crew of 2013’s “The Glass Menagerie.

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campaign components

Gymnasium/Multi - purpose center

As weather permits, Physical Education and conditioning are held on the unlevel parking lot. Students use

the parking lot for weightlifting, stretching and other conditioning activities. Athletic teams are without a

home-court and are shuttled to various practice and game facilities. Facility rentals and transportation

account for nearly two-thirds of the athletic budget, funds that should be used for sports programing and

equipment. The lack of dedicated Physical Education space is not safe for our students nor does it allow

us to have a robust sports program that meets the needs of all of our students.

Through the Texas Education Agency, 21st Century Community Learning Centers grant, San Juan

Diego Catholic High School is providing an array of enrichment activities to complement academics

programs include woodworking, cooking, drama, art, cheers leading, study skills, all subject tutoring

choir and guitar. New facilities will continue to enhance and broaden the after school offerings by

providing a physical location for these programs.

The proposed facility will serve as a gathering space for the school in such events as games,

assemblies, parent meetings and student activities and will also be available to the San José Parish

for events, religious education and dinners. This new facility will allow athletic teams to truly have a

home court advantage. A sense of community will be built for the school and parish.

Students gather for A Legacy of Giving presentation from Gilbert Tuhabonye-collegiate athlete, philanthropist, and genocide survivor.

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New San Juan Diego Catholic High School

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San Juan Diego Catholic High School

Capital Campaign Naming Opportunities

School Building $6,000,000

Community Education/Multi-purpose Gym $2,000,000

Math/Science Wing $ 750,000 Sold

Playing Field $ 500,000

Lobby/Reception Area $ 500,000

Library $ 500,000 Sold

Fine Arts Center $ 500,000

Corporate Internship Program Offices $ 500,000 Sold

Administrative Office Suite $ 250,000

Computer Lab $ 250,000

Commons $ 100,000

Entry $ 100,000

Parking Lot $ 100,000

Weight Room $ 75,000 Sold

Girls’ Locker Room $ 50,000

Boys’ Locker Room $ 50,000

Concession Stand $ 50,000

Teachers’ Workroom $ 50,000

Conference Room I $ 50,000

Conference Room II $ 25,000

Registrar’s Office $ 25,000

Classroom (17 available) $ 25,000

Nurse’s Office $ 25,000

Principal’s Office $ 25,000 Sold

Coach’s Office I $ 25,000

Trainer/Faculty Office $ 25,000

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MISSION Statement

San Juan Diego Catholic High School provides

highly motivated students the opportunity to

earn a Catholic, college preparatory education

enriched by participation

in a corporate internship program.

san Juan diego catholic high school

800 Herndon Lane Austin, Texas 78704

Pam Jupe Principal

512-804-1935 extension 306 [email protected]

www.sjdchs.org

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800 Herndon Lane † Austin, TX 78704 † (T) 512-804-1935 † (F) 512-804-1937

Letter of Intent

In support of the San Juan Diego Catholic High School Capital Campaign,

I/we pledge $________. The pledge is to be paid as follows:

___Attached is Payment in Full

___Attached is $____________as Initial Payment of the Pledge

___The Pledge is to be paid as indicated below:

On or about the ____day______of__________20__ the sum of $________________

On or about the ____day______of__________20__ the sum of $________________

On or about the ____day______of__________20__ the sum of $________________

Executed on the _____day of _______________20__.

Signature of Donor:__________________________________________

Donor’s Name Printed:________________________________________

Address:__________________________________________________

City_______________________State_________Zip Code___________

Please mail, fax or email this form to:

Don Hill, Director of Development

[email protected]