Student Life
Arts
The Arts at Strake Jesuit
The study and development of Fine Arts skills do much for the education of the total person. The Fine Arts Department appeals not only to the intellect, but also to the aesthetic side of our human experience, concentrating on the values of non-materialism, passion, respect, appreciation, compassion, and love. It is a discipline which teaches service to others in the form of plays, concerts, visual arts, and a better appreciation for the beauty in the world around us.
Students are required to take a full credit in Fine Arts. Half and full credit courses in Music, Theater, and the Visual Arts are available to students. These classes utilize varied teaching styles and offer an alternative to a "text-oriented" curriculum. Students have opportunities to work in literary arts in club electives as well. Teachers work with the students on a one-to-one basis as much as possible fostering the growth of creativity in the students.
Students are required to take a full credit in Fine Arts. Half and full credit courses in Music, Theater, and the Visual Arts are available to students. These classes utilize varied teaching styles and offer an alternative to a "text-oriented" curriculum. Students have opportunities to work in literary arts in club electives as well. Teachers work with the students on a one-to-one basis as much as possible fostering the growth of creativity in the students.
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Orchestra
The Strake Jesuit Orchestra is the largest string orchestra among Houston private schools. Our ensemble's top 20 yearly performances include end-of-semester concerts, liturgies, functions, and charity events. Our ensembles combine the talented musicians of Strake Jesuit and St. Agnes Academy. -
Band
The instrumental music program combines talented students from both Strake Jesuit and Saint Agnes Academy. Throughout the year, the band & orchestra play at school functions, liturgies, sporting events, and festivals including repertorie from master composers of the Baroque, Classic, and Romantic periods. -
Vocal Performance
The Mixed Chorus and Triple Trio are vocal opportunities for Strake Jesuit and St. Agnes students. The choir participates in a wide variety of performances including the annual Christmas Messiah concert and spring tour, and the Double Triple Trio perform at the Texas Renaissance Festival. -
Theater
The Strake Jesuit Theater group's participants are called the Southwell Players. The Southwell Players have been a Jesuit tradition for over 40 years and are named after the Jesuit Saint, Robert Southwell, S.J. The Southwell players include both the boys and the girls from St. Agnes and put on shows throughout the year in the Lowman Theater. -
Art Museum
Founded and incorporated in 1996, the Strake Jesuit Art Museum provides a unique opportunity for students, families, alumni and the public to see landmark artworks in an educational setting.
Literary Arts
Please take time to peruse recent issues of Inkwell Magazine, Strake Jesuit's student literary publication. Published annually, Inkwell Magazine features short stories, poems, graphic design, photography, art, and more from students and faculty. Students interested in writing, graphic design, photography, or art are invited to participate in Inkwell Creative Writing Club to improve skills, collaborate with fellow creative students, meet published authors, and help produce the magazine.
Please take time to peruse recent issues of Inkwell Magazine, Strake Jesuit's student literary publication. Published annually, Inkwell Magazine features short stories, poems, graphic design, photography, art, and more from students and faculty. Students interested in writing, graphic design, photography, or art are invited to participate in Inkwell Creative Writing Club to improve skills, collaborate with fellow creative students, meet published authors, and help produce the magazine.
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