American Province Ministry Connections

January 2026

Cristo Rey St. Martin College Prep 

Preston Kendall, President

http://www.cristoreystmartin.org/ 

Cristo Rey St. Martin continues to distinguish itself as one of the highest-performing schools in the Cristo Rey Network, delivering exceptional student outcomes while remaining a strong steward of resources.

Recent network data show that CRSM leads the Cristo Rey Network in several key measures of success. This year, 85 percent of seniors demonstrated college readiness, the highest rate in the network. Students are not only academically prepared for college-level work, but they are also supported by a school culture that prioritizes persistence and a sense of belonging. That commitment is reflected in CRSM’s 96 percent student retention rate, which is also the strongest in the network.

Success at CRSM extends well beyond high school graduation. More than half of the Class of 2019 has completed college within six years, a powerful indicator of long-term impact and a result that significantly exceeds network averages. These outcomes underscore CRSM’s mission to prepare students for both college and the professional world of work, grounded in faith and justice.

What makes these achievements even more impressive is that CRSM accomplishes them while operating with one of the lowest costs per student in the Cristo Rey Network. This efficiency allows the school to maximize every dollar in support of student learning, counseling, and long-term success.

Principal Mike Odiotti reflected on the results by sharing, “This data highlights the outstanding work our school does in advancing our mission. Thank you to our students, staff, and families for working together to achieve these impressive results.” Together, these outcomes reflect a community deeply committed to excellence, equity, and opportunity for every student.

Cristo Rey New York High School    

Dan Dougherty, President

http://www.cristoreyny.org/

On Tuesday, December 2nd, Cristo Rey New York High School celebrated its Founders’ legacy with the annual Founders Day Mass and Freshman Service Day. The Mass, presided over by Fr. James Ferus, was a powerful reflection on service, faith, and community. Students from the Ignatian Family Teach-In for Justice (IFTJ) wrote the homily, sharing insights that connected the school’s mission to the real-world impact of service and compassion. Freshmen actively participated as altar servers, gift bearers, greeters, and Eucharistic ministers, bringing energy and dedication to the liturgy.

Following the Mass, our 9th graders embarked on a Day of Service, traveling throughout New York City to learn from and serve their communities. Students engaged in a variety of activities, including visiting nursing home residents at ArchCare, organizing food banks at Hour Children and LSA Family Health Services, and assisting with multiple Catholic Charities programs. Through these experiences, students not only supported local organizations but also deepened their understanding of the school’s core values of service, justice, and faith in action.

A heartfelt thanks goes to our dedicated teacher chaperones and our enthusiastic freshmen for keeping the spirit of our Founders alive. By celebrating the legacy of Cristo Rey New York through prayer, reflection, and service, this day reminded the entire community of the transformative power of faith and the meaningful impact of giving back.