The Ignatian Inquiry Podcast

Reflections From the Secretariat with Fr. José Alberto Mesa S.J.

In this episode, we welcome Fr. José Alberto Mesa SJ, the outgoing Secretary for Secondary and Pre-Secondary Education of the Society of Jesus. Learning from his experiences over his 15-year role as Secretariat, we reflect on the gifts and challenges of Jesuit Education across the globe. Fr. Mesa’s profound influence on the Jesuit Global Network of Schools is rooted in a deep respect of students and their classrooms, and this episode explores how an awareness of context and our tradition’s value of change are a continual influence of the impact of Jesuit schools around the world.

Ignite the Mission with Michael Mott and Terry Shields

In this episode, we explore the story of Ignite the Mission, a new and evolving future non-profit dedicated to accelerating the growth of "Nested" NativityMiguel middle schools within existing Catholic high schools across the United States. We are joined by Co-Founders Michael Mott and Terry Shields, who share how Ignite the Mission operates as an accelerator supporting high schools' leadership, Presidents, and Boards, as they seek to understand, evaluate and open a Nested NativityMiguel Schools on their campuses.

How One Jesuit High School Decided to Ban Smart Phones with Fr. A.J. Rizzo, S.J. and Kris Cupillari

In this episode, we explore the experience of Scranton Preparatory School’s recent decision to ban smartphones in their community. We welcome Fr. A.J. Rizzo SJ, Scranton Prep’s President and Kris Cupillari, Scranton Prep’s Principal, who share the story of their experience navigating this timely issue that is on the minds of so many educators, parents, and students.

AI in the Minds of High School Students with Dr. Gabriel Velez and Dr. Larry Zhiming Xu

In this episode, we explore a recent research study from Marquette University that digs into Artificial Intelligence in the Minds of High School Students. We welcome researchers Dr. Gabriel Velez and Dr. Larry Zhiming Xu, who partnered with many JSN Member Schools to engage in this timely research study that captures the thinking and experiences of high school kids in the ever-changing world of AI.

Empowering Access to Jesuit Education for Young Women with Jacques Joseph

In this episode, we welcome Jacques Joseph who discusses Loyola School’s INES Program (Institute for Nurture, Enrichment, and Self-Empowerment), a free educational and leadership enrichment program that prepares middle-school aged girls to succeed in top Catholic and independent high schools in New York City. Founded in 2019, this unique program is named in the spirit of Ines Pasqual, whose compassion and commitment to Saint Ignatius of Loyola left a lasting legacy on his life. Young women who participate in the INES Program are devoted to making substantial gains in learning, leadership, and service to others. In alignment with the Ignatian spirit of cura personalis, INES strives to enroll highly motivated and deeply committed girls from predominantly underserved backgrounds.