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As part of Bellarmine’s Immersion Program – an integral expression of our Jesuit mission to form “men for and with others” – students are invited to step outside their comfort zones and encounter the lived realities of communities on the margins. These transformative experiences, rooted in the Ignatian values of faith, justice, and solidarity, challenge students to see the world through a new lens and return home with meaningful new Continue Reading...

Thanks to a remarkable $20 million estate gift from Paul R. Salmon, Bellarmine College Preparatory is one of eight Jesuit high schools in California that will receive annual support to advance their shared mission of forming young men of competence, conscience, and compassion. Mr. Salmon, a graduate of Loyola High School of Los Angeles (Class of 1953) and Santa Clara University (Class of 1957), credited his Jesuit education with shaping his Continue Reading...

Bellarmine’s distinguished Speech & Debate team has closed out another historic season! In May, the team claimed first place in overall sweepstakes at the 2025 California State Championship for the fourth consecutive year. Then in June, the team defended its first-place title for the fifth year in a row at the National Speech & Debate Association Tournament – with two Bells claiming Continue Reading...

Joshua Haven ‘26 began writing a new chapter in Bellarmine’s storied track and field program by winning the decathlon at the prestigious Arcadia Invitational. On April 11th and 12th, Joshua delivered a decathlon performance for the record books with a stunning display of grit, poise, and determination. Haven claimed the overall title with a Continue Reading...

The cast of Bellarmine’s spring theater production, NETWORK, had the exciting opportunity this week to visit the studio of NBC Bay Area and Telemundo for an immersive, behind-the-scenes look at how professional news broadcasts come to life. Led by the network’s Community Engagement Manager, Liza Catalan, and Continue Reading...

Artificial Intelligence has permeated many of the spaces we engage with every day, with education among the most prominent. As it reshapes educational spaces and processes for students and teachers alike, Bellarmine has been exploring how AI fits into our academic framework and institutional values. The school’s goal is to find balance between Continue Reading...

On March 8th, Bellarmine’s annual Golden Bell Auction saw 450 guests come together – including alumni, parents, faculty, and friends – for an evening of delicious food, exceptional wine, fantastic company, and immeasurable generosity. The auction raises money for the school’s Direct Tuition Assistance Fund, which supports Continue Reading...

As part of Bellarmine’s 2025 Justice Summit, which centered on environmental and climate justice, Luis Szarindar ‘27 and Nate John ‘27 led a “Pedal Power” breakout session to benefit the San Jose community and educate their peers on sustainable modes of transportation. During the session, Luis and Nate taught fellow Bells about Continue Reading...

Bellarmine's annual Justice Summit was a resounding success, with students spending the day learning about the pressing and multifaceted issues of environmental and climate justice. The Opening Plenary was delivered by Dr. Richard Nevle, who formerly taught at Bellarmine and Continue Reading...
Letter by: Jesuits West
We have all been heartbroken this week to see the ferocity and devastation of the fires in Los Angeles which, more than three days into this nightmare, are still blazing. Los Angeles has been a hub of Jesuit ministry for more than a century, and it is not only one of the country’s most densely populated Continue Reading...
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Once again, the Bellarmine community rallied to help those in need. Among the many groups who donated warm clothing, blankets, or monetary contributions for HomeFirst and Sacred Heart Community Services during the 31st Annual Winter Warmth Drive, which concluded Continue Reading...

During Thanksgiving weekend, the Bellarmine Cross Country team had even more for which to be grateful as it competed in the State Championships in Fresno on November 30. The Bells came in second out of a field of 24 teams, making it the highest finish in Continue Reading...
