Portland, Oregon

About
About JHS
Our mission to educate young women and men is rooted in over four centuries of a Jesuit educational tradition defined by faith, community, and a commitment to serve the “Greater Glory of God.”
Admissions
Get to Know Jesuit
Jesuit is well known for its strong community. We encourage all interested 8th graders to register for a Shadow Day using their admissions account. Spend a day on campus and get to know Jesuit from the inside!
Academics
Academics
Jesuit inspires young women and men to understand and meet the new challenges of the 21st century, focusing on the connected nature of the journey and the call to walk with one another with open hearts.
Spiritual Life
Spirituality
A Jesuit education is defined by the concept of cura personalis, or care of the whole person. We believe that our students’ spiritual life is just as important as their academic, athletic and co-curricular pursuits.
Athletics
Athletics
Our athletic program as a co-curricular activity is an integral part of the total education and growth experience at Jesuit High School. Athletics is designed to affirm and promote Ignatian values and engage student-athletes fully in mind, body, and spirit.
Our Community
Community
What makes the Jesuit community special? We believe the answer lies in how we support one another in all that we do--from cheering at football games to reaching out to those in need in our local area through the Christmas Food Drive. In everything, we lean on another in hope and faith.
Support JHS
Support JHS
For 60 years, Jesuit High School has been recognized for its rigorous curriculum, service-driven students, and talented, loving faculty. This requires the vision and dedication of our leaders, faculty and staff. But it also depends upon you – the support and generosity of our alumni, parents and friends of the Jesuit community.

History Department

Pictured, Back Row, L-R: David Exley, John Andreas, Francisco Hernandez. Front Row, L-R; Conor Lane, Mark Flamoe, Geoff Hunnicutt, Paul Klausenburger, Amy Contreras, Jerry Hahn.

Department Philosophy

Studying history broadens our view of society, past and present. Students at Jesuit develop an understanding of the historical events that affect our lives; a deeper appreciation of peoples and their cultures; a problem-solving approach that reflects critical analysis and historical perspective; and an awareness of values.

As a Jesuit work sponsored by the Society of Jesus, we align our curriculum and programs with the seven themes of Catholic Social Teaching and the four Universal Apostolic Preferences that guide all Jesuit works. See our Arrupe Center for Justice Education & Advocacy page for more information about how Jesuit engages in this mission-driven work.

To explore History courses at JHS, click HERE.

Co-Curriculars and Clubs

Co-Curriculars and Clubs

Courses

World History or AP World History
U.S. History or AP U.S. History
Civil Rights in America
AP U.S. Government & Politics
AP Comparative Government & Politics
AP Macroeconomics
Student Govt (elected)
International Studies (11th/12th grade only)

Faculty