Our Mission and Vision

Cristo Rey Tampa Salesian High School, a Catholic college preparatory school and work study program sponsored by the Salesians of Don Bosco, forms underserved young men and women who will actively live faith, hope, and love. Through the educational approach of St. John Bosco and under the protection of Mary Help of Christians, we create an environment of trust and loving kindness.

Cristo Rey Tampa Salesian High School provides the environment and opportunities to integrate active faith with high standards for life.

• Fosters growth in faith and reason
• Encourages hard work, commitment and discipline at studies, work and life
• Works with home, community and corporate partners in creating future leaders
• Motivates young people to know and love God and to embrace the gift of life and service
• Builds the Kingdom of God now and for eternity

About the Cristo Rey Network

The Cristo Rey Network® is the largest network of high schools in the United States whose enrollment is limited to low-income youth. Cristo Rey Network delivers a distinctive approach to inner-city education that equips students with the knowledge, character, and skills to transform their lives. From freshman year, Cristo Rey schools establish a culture of high-expectations by blending rigorous academics, four years of professional work experience, Catholic moral values, and support for students to and through college.

Thirty-eight Cristo Rey schools located in 24 states provide a quality, Catholic, college preparatory education to almost 12,000 young people who live in urban communities with limited educational options.

To learn more about the Cristo Rey Network, click here.

• Orange County, CA****
• Philadelphia, PA
• Portland, OR
• Raleigh, NC**
• Richmond, VA
• Sacramento, CA
• San Diego, CA
• San Francisco, CA
• San Jose, CA
• Tampa, FL
• Tucson, AZ
• Washington, D.C.
• Waukegan, IL

*Chicago has 2 schools.
***Scheduled to open in 2022 or 2023.
****Feasibility study underway.