San Juan Diego Catholic High School (SJDCHS) is a

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Background

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opened San Juan Diego Catholic High School. San Juan Diego is modeled after Cristo Rey Jesuit High School in Chicago. Each student at San Juan Diego works toward a Distinguished Achievement diploma, which includes 30 credits and 80 hours of community service.

Location

The school is located on the campus of San Jose Catholic Church in central Austin, near the intersection of Oltorf and South First Streets.

Notes and references

External links

Roman Catholic Diocese of Austin

School Website
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