The Present Dei Online News Source
Welcome to The Present Dei, Verbum Dei Jesuit's student-run online news source, where our senior Eagles are working the beat to bring you the latest news and stories.
The Present Dei Online News Source continues the proud tradition of student journalism at Verbum Dei Jesuit High School. While student journalism has played a part of this institution's storied history, our current senior journalism students are bringing their dissemination of content into the digital age.
Content and opinions presented in this publication are those of the writers themselves and do not represent the views of Verbum Dei Jesuit High School, Jesuits' West, the Cristo Rey Network, or the Archdiocese of Los Angeles.
![Seniors and parents candidly share emotions in "Day of Reflection" before graduation]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1781362822/verbumdeius/b2p4tpuuctptvdorfmhz/ReflectionQuote.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1781362822/verbumdeius/b2p4tpuuctptvdorfmhz/ReflectionQuote.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1781362822/verbumdeius/b2p4tpuuctptvdorfmhz/ReflectionQuote.jpg","width":697}])
![Celebrating the last stride towards excellence! Verbum Dei Jesuit’s seniors fete “authorized” Ditch Day and Grad Night May 8]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1781361316/verbumdeius/zwossjafwgcv5w90vipe/guardians-galaxy-mission-breakout-night-full-moon.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1781361316/verbumdeius/zwossjafwgcv5w90vipe/guardians-galaxy-mission-breakout-night-full-moon.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1781361316/verbumdeius/zwossjafwgcv5w90vipe/guardians-galaxy-mission-breakout-night-full-moon.jpg","width":620}])
![Incoming Principal Arturo Jordan-Gonzalez prepares to lead Verbum Dei Jesuit]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1776872904/verbumdeius/tfdbgsourpcxhegeufyp/ArturoJordan-Gonzalez-IncomingPrincipalVDJHS.png","width":200}])
![Watts Conservatory and campus poets unite for showcase of talent]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1781446509/verbumdeius/mcjvftcqmaln3q9lkplt/OpenMicEvent.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1781446509/verbumdeius/mcjvftcqmaln3q9lkplt/OpenMicEvent.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1781446509/verbumdeius/mcjvftcqmaln3q9lkplt/OpenMicEvent.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1781446509/verbumdeius/mcjvftcqmaln3q9lkplt/OpenMicEvent.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1781446509/verbumdeius/mcjvftcqmaln3q9lkplt/OpenMicEvent.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1781446509/verbumdeius/mcjvftcqmaln3q9lkplt/OpenMicEvent.jpg","width":1920}])
![Baccalaureate Mass for Class of 2026 set for June 3 at American Martyrs Catholic Church]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1781357934/verbumdeius/vigy8l0bw6s5wzsmyltz/AmericanMartyrsCatholicChurchInterior.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1781357934/verbumdeius/vigy8l0bw6s5wzsmyltz/AmericanMartyrsCatholicChurchInterior.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1781357934/verbumdeius/vigy8l0bw6s5wzsmyltz/AmericanMartyrsCatholicChurchInterior.jpg","width":750}])
![Soaring isn't only for eagle students: Procopio to attend prestigious Iowa Writers' Workshop]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1781356737/verbumdeius/zejdybxan5n88xuyhr47/Procopio.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1781356737/verbumdeius/zejdybxan5n88xuyhr47/Procopio.png","width":296}])
![Eagles Track & Field team ends season at CIF prelims; Robinson to represent in finals]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1777325517/verbumdeius/xxewxoypewekkfmguxyf/TrackandField.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1777325517/verbumdeius/xxewxoypewekkfmguxyf/TrackandField.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1777325517/verbumdeius/xxewxoypewekkfmguxyf/TrackandField.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1777325517/verbumdeius/xxewxoypewekkfmguxyf/TrackandField.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1777325517/verbumdeius/xxewxoypewekkfmguxyf/TrackandField.jpg","width":1343}])
![Decisions, decisions: My journey to college - "Take the time to understand what matters most to you, whether that is academics, environment, or opportunities"]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1778003709/verbumdeius/hogqkawlhepqx93sb0xp/CommitmentDei-Michael.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1778003709/verbumdeius/hogqkawlhepqx93sb0xp/CommitmentDei-Michael.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1778003709/verbumdeius/hogqkawlhepqx93sb0xp/CommitmentDei-Michael.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1778003709/verbumdeius/hogqkawlhepqx93sb0xp/CommitmentDei-Michael.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1778003709/verbumdeius/hogqkawlhepqx93sb0xp/CommitmentDei-Michael.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1778003709/verbumdeius/hogqkawlhepqx93sb0xp/CommitmentDei-Michael.jpg","width":2200}])
![Decisions, decisions: My journey to college - "Start early, stay organized, and do not be afraid to choose the path that makes the most sense for you"]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1778003307/verbumdeius/tremn4wvg41wxytj7igf/CommitmentDei-Pedro.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1778003307/verbumdeius/tremn4wvg41wxytj7igf/CommitmentDei-Pedro.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1778003307/verbumdeius/tremn4wvg41wxytj7igf/CommitmentDei-Pedro.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1778003307/verbumdeius/tremn4wvg41wxytj7igf/CommitmentDei-Pedro.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1778003307/verbumdeius/tremn4wvg41wxytj7igf/CommitmentDei-Pedro.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1778003307/verbumdeius/tremn4wvg41wxytj7igf/CommitmentDei-Pedro.jpg","width":2200}])
![Decisions, decisions: My journey to college - "... get high grades and get involved in unique extracurricular activities"]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1777924330/verbumdeius/s4xbbkjwosslsht1fqcj/CommitmentDei-Emilio.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1777924330/verbumdeius/s4xbbkjwosslsht1fqcj/CommitmentDei-Emilio.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1777924330/verbumdeius/s4xbbkjwosslsht1fqcj/CommitmentDei-Emilio.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1777924330/verbumdeius/s4xbbkjwosslsht1fqcj/CommitmentDei-Emilio.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1777924330/verbumdeius/s4xbbkjwosslsht1fqcj/CommitmentDei-Emilio.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1777924330/verbumdeius/s4xbbkjwosslsht1fqcj/CommitmentDei-Emilio.jpg","width":2200}])
![Decisions, decisions: My journey to college - "don’t ever give subpar work toward your goals for the future; it’s what I did at first, and I sorely regret it"]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1777922616/verbumdeius/fge1dpns34nuexncenry/CommitmentDei-Giancarlo.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1777922616/verbumdeius/fge1dpns34nuexncenry/CommitmentDei-Giancarlo.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1777922616/verbumdeius/fge1dpns34nuexncenry/CommitmentDei-Giancarlo.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1777922616/verbumdeius/fge1dpns34nuexncenry/CommitmentDei-Giancarlo.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1777922616/verbumdeius/fge1dpns34nuexncenry/CommitmentDei-Giancarlo.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1777922616/verbumdeius/fge1dpns34nuexncenry/CommitmentDei-Giancarlo.jpg","width":2200}])
![Decisions, decisions: My journey to college - "... my advice is to get involved and take advantage of opportunities to serve"]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1777922221/verbumdeius/yugha1x4b2xhnjfxvg4g/CommitmentDei-Douglas.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1777922221/verbumdeius/yugha1x4b2xhnjfxvg4g/CommitmentDei-Douglas.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1777922221/verbumdeius/yugha1x4b2xhnjfxvg4g/CommitmentDei-Douglas.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1777922221/verbumdeius/yugha1x4b2xhnjfxvg4g/CommitmentDei-Douglas.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1777922221/verbumdeius/yugha1x4b2xhnjfxvg4g/CommitmentDei-Douglas.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1777922221/verbumdeius/yugha1x4b2xhnjfxvg4g/CommitmentDei-Douglas.jpg","width":2200}])
![Decisions, decisions: My journey to college - "College decisions take time, and it is important not to rush into a choice"]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1777920546/verbumdeius/iezhwqz3wkbg2inra4r5/CommitmentDei-Byron.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1777920546/verbumdeius/iezhwqz3wkbg2inra4r5/CommitmentDei-Byron.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1777920546/verbumdeius/iezhwqz3wkbg2inra4r5/CommitmentDei-Byron.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1777920546/verbumdeius/iezhwqz3wkbg2inra4r5/CommitmentDei-Byron.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1777920546/verbumdeius/iezhwqz3wkbg2inra4r5/CommitmentDei-Byron.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1777920546/verbumdeius/iezhwqz3wkbg2inra4r5/CommitmentDei-Byron.jpg","width":2200}])
![Decisions, decisions: My journey to college - "The waiting game is something every student goes through, and it isn't easy"]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1777920603/verbumdeius/pfoqvs7jxaplomzangst/CommitmentDei-Jake.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1777920603/verbumdeius/pfoqvs7jxaplomzangst/CommitmentDei-Jake.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1777920603/verbumdeius/pfoqvs7jxaplomzangst/CommitmentDei-Jake.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1777920603/verbumdeius/pfoqvs7jxaplomzangst/CommitmentDei-Jake.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1777920603/verbumdeius/pfoqvs7jxaplomzangst/CommitmentDei-Jake.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1777920603/verbumdeius/pfoqvs7jxaplomzangst/CommitmentDei-Jake.jpg","width":2200}])
![Decisions, decisions: My journey to college - "Sometimes the school you end up choosing may not be the one you first imagined, but it can still be the best fit for you"]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1777920646/verbumdeius/pklvxql8zzl3k12mlbzk/CommitmentDei-Rick.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1777920646/verbumdeius/pklvxql8zzl3k12mlbzk/CommitmentDei-Rick.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1777920646/verbumdeius/pklvxql8zzl3k12mlbzk/CommitmentDei-Rick.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1777920646/verbumdeius/pklvxql8zzl3k12mlbzk/CommitmentDei-Rick.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1777920646/verbumdeius/pklvxql8zzl3k12mlbzk/CommitmentDei-Rick.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1777920646/verbumdeius/pklvxql8zzl3k12mlbzk/CommitmentDei-Rick.jpg","width":2200}])
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