On a recent episode of The Day With Trae, host Trae Holiday sat down with Dr. Nadia Guy, principal of Cristo Rey Jesuit Seattle, and Katie Seltzer, Vice President of the school's Corporate Work Study program. Their conversation highlighted how the institution is transforming the educational landscape in the Pacific Northwest by offering a unique approach to high school success for students from limited economic backgrounds.

Cristo Rey Jesuit Seattle distinguishes itself by pairing rigorous college preparatory academics with a pioneering Corporate Work Study (CWS) program. Students as young as 14 gain professional experience by working at top-tier firms, while also receiving essential training in professional "soft skills" through the school's mandatory Montserrat summer program. This model is designed to empower students, with the school boasting college graduation rates at two and a half times the rate of their peers.

The school’s mission is grounded in a "covenant promise" that sets a high bar for both students and families, prioritizing a clear path to and through college. By focusing on empowering students to shape their own futures rather than just saving them, Cristo Rey Jesuit Seattle is setting a new standard for educational equity in King County. Interested families and partners can find more information by visiting the school’s website or reaching out to their admissions team.

Learn more about Cristo Rey Jesuit Seattle at cristoreyseattle.org 

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