Our Grand Opening and Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony was more than just an event—it marked the beginning of something truly extraordinary. Together, our community witnessed history in the making as we launched a journey filled with purpose, promise, and possibility.

To our incredible students: Your future starts now! This is your time to unlock your potential, form lifelong friendships, and begin building the foundation for your own success story.

To our dedicated parents and families: Thank you for trusting us with your child’s education. We are committed to nurturing their gifts, challenging their minds, and walking with them every step of the way toward a bright and boundless future.

To our champions who have donated time, talent, and treasure: Thank you for investing in the potential of our outstanding students.

To our Corporate Partners: Thank you for inviting our students to be part of your teams, making an impact in their lives and in various industries around Orlando.

This is only the beginning of a transformative educational experience—rooted in faith, excellence, and opportunity.

The sacred season of Lent invites Christians to embark on a journey of spiritual renewal through prayer, fasting, and almsgiving. It serves as a time to prepare for the celebration of Easter, reflecting on the profound mysteries of faith and the call to live out the Gospel in daily life. Through these practices, we are encouraged to deepen our relationships with God and to respond to the needs of others, embodying the love and mercy of Christ. 

This Lenten season, we have dedicated our spiritual disciplines to our future students, praying 40 Days for Students! As we enter the final weeks of Lent, we invite you to join the Cristo Rey Orlando High School family in lifting up and interceding for our future students and their families. Here's how you can join us in prayer and support:

Prayer: Increased prayer is a fundamental aspect of Lent. The faithful are encouraged to engage in more intense and prolonged prayer, including intercessory prayer for those in need. This deepens one's communion with God and enhances the spiritual journey. Join us in our new chapel - Our Lady of Lourdes Chapel - at 9am on Fridays (April 4 & 11) for Stations of the Cross. 

Fasting: Fasting is a traditional practice during Lent, which serves to remind the faithful of their dependence on God. It is not merely about abstaining from food but involves a broader commitment to a lifestyle that prioritizes spiritual over material needs. Fasting gives us the gift of perspective and should lead to greater awareness of the needs of others and inspire acts of charity. During your fast we encourage you to remember the community we serve and consider how we can stand in solidarity, together unpacking God’s big dream for the students and families of Cristo Rey Orlando! 



Almsgiving: Almsgiving is a critical component of Lenten practice, reflecting the call to share with those in need. This practice encourages the faithful to detach from material possessions and to respond to the needs of the poor, embodying the spirit of generosity and community. Prayerfully consider investing in our students through our Amazon Wish List or with a financial donation. Your continued participation makes this Cristo Rey dream become reality. 

Cristo Rey Orlando High School is proud to announce a generous $150,000 gift from Nemours Children’s Health to establish our Health & Nutrition Lab. This innovative space will not only provide students with essential resources to meet their basic needs but will also serve as an educational hub for food and health literacy.

Developed in collaboration with Second Harvest Food Bank, 4Roots, Hebni Nutrition, and Catholic Charities of Central Florida, the lab will empower students with hands-on learning experiences in nutrition, wellness, and healthy eating habits. This initiative aligns with our mission to support the whole student—mind, body, and spirit—ensuring they have the tools to thrive in school and beyond.

We are deeply grateful to Nemours for their commitment to our students’ well-being and for helping us build a healthier future for our Cristo Rey Orlando community!

Meet the Newest Members of the Cristo Rey Orlando Team!

We’re excited to welcome three incredible professionals to our founding team, each bringing unique expertise and a deep commitment to our mission:

Xiomara Caro Castro – Founding Janitorial: With a passion for creating clean, safe, and welcoming spaces, Xiomara plays a vital role in building a nurturing environment for our students and staff.

Born in Venezuela, Xiomara Caro was a dedicated educator passionate about the holistic development of children. From a young age, she showed a deep interest in teaching and decided to devote herself to shaping future generations. She pursued her studies at the University of the Andes, Venezuela, where she earned her degree in Education.

Matthew DeSalvo – Founding Associate Director of Information Technology: Matthew brings innovation and strategy to our tech infrastructure, ensuring our systems empower learning and growth.

Matthew's technology career has been exclusively in the field of education with positions held at the high school, state college, and university levels. His most recent role at the University of Central Florida Libraries offered the opportunity to build out and manage a highly successful technology lending program which provided students access to over 2,500 items that included over 700 laptops. 

Erik Medina – Founding Director of Campus Security: Dedicated to fostering a safe and secure school environment, Erik leads with integrity and care for our entire school community.

Before his current role, Erik was the Director of Security for Harris Group, LLC, where he supervised over 50 sites, including prominent schools such as Bishop Moore Catholic, Saint Charles Borromeo Catholic, and Morning Star Catholic. His leadership ensured the safety of thousands of students and staff while maintaining top-tier security standards.

We’re thrilled to have them on board as we continue to build a school where students thrive in every way.

United in the love of the Hearts of Jesus and Mary, the Cristo Rey Orlando High School family affirms that we are:

To be “courageous” is very related to the cardinal virtue of “fortitude.” From the Catechism of the Catholic Church we learn that fortitude “is the moral virtue that ensures firmness in difficulties and constancy in the pursuit of the good. It strengthens the resolve to resist temptations and to overcome obstacles in the moral life. The virtue of fortitude enables one to conquer fear, even fear of death, and to face trials and persecutions” (CCC 1808). Ultimately, it is love that makes our hearts courageous. As we read in the first letter of St. John, “There is no fear in love, but perfect love drives out fear” (1 Jn 4:18a). And to love requires of us courageous choices, to have the fortitude to always choose the good.

“Love is a choice from a heart that with courage, disposes itself to remain firm and solid when it is directly beaten by storms.

Love is a choice and it will always be a choice! It is a response of love of the human Heart to Him who has loved us first."

- Mother Adela Galindo, SCTJM Foundress