Gesu Blog

Gesu community saddened by the passing of Ms. Doloris John.

December 3rd, 2013

Dear Gesu School Family,
It is with a heavy heart that I share with you the passing of Ms. Doloris John. Ms. John left us on Friday, November 29th. Ms. John was a fixture at Gesu School for more than 40 years - most recently as the longtime... Read More

Six tips for preparing for Christmas without stress

December 3rd, 2013

From the desk of Fr. Neil Ver'Schneider, Vice Principal and Chaplain
This Sunday, December 1st, Christians begin their preparation for the celebration of the birth of Christ—Christmas. As you know, Christmas is a wonderful holiday, but it often... Read More

Gesu community says good-bye to beloved educator, parent, and friend.

October 22nd, 2013

We mourn the recent passing of Gesu parent and Kindergarten aid Earsel Odom. Our entire community was blessed by her presence and will deeply miss her cheerful smile. Eternal rest grant unto her, O Lord.

Bullies beware! Gesu earns designation as "No Place for Hate" school.

October 22nd, 2013

Sporting bright orange T-shirts, hair ribbons, and socks, Gesu faculty and students joined with others across the country in observance of Unity Day on October 9th as part of Anti-Bullying Month. The activity was the first of the year that will help... Read More

Character counts. Pre-K teacher gives first-hand testimony to the hidden power of character, the focus of this year's annual symposium on November 1st.

October 17th, 2013

Peek through the window into Sarah Weir’s Pre-K on any given morning, and you’ll see 18 little learners gathered for “morning meeting.” The daily agenda always includes one very important topic: how each child feels that day. A big believer in the... Read More

Registration for Gesu's 16th Annual Symposium is now open!

August 29th, 2013

Join us for Gesu's 16th Annual Symposium - The Hidden Power of Character
Friday November 1, 2013
1:30 PM to 3:30 PM
Reception to follow
Join author and keynote speaker Paul Tough and an expert panel for a lively discussion on the importance of ... Read More

Congratulations to the Class of 2013! Our most recent graduates are headed to these outstanding high schools...

June 28th, 2013

The Baldwin School
Bishop McDevitt
Carver High School for Engineering and Science
Central High School
CHAD (Charter High School for Architecture and Design)
Constitution High (2)
Cristo Rey (5)
Delaware Valley Charter
Friends Select
Simon Gratz High... Read More

Center for Urban and Catholic Education at SJU honors Gesu principal Sr. Ellen Convey

June 24th, 2013

Congratulations to our very own Sr. Ellen Convey, IHM, who was honored with the first annual Robert Molyneux, S.J., Award today by Saint Joseph’s University’s Center for Urban and Catholic Education. “The award will be given each year to a... Read More

Stock market savvy empowers students.

June 10th, 2013

“Residents in the inner-city are not as involved in the stock market,” Gesu trustee Paul Welch explains to the library full of 8th graders. “As you grow, you can help others learn about it. It’s about giving back—helping the community and your... Read More

The Inquirer publishes op-ed by president Bryan Carter

May 24th, 2013

Did you see Bryan Carter’s op-ed in the Inquirer today? You can read it here!