CRC Young Professionals Board
Network. Volunteer. Make a Difference.
The Cristo Rey Columbus High School Young Professionals Board is a dynamic group of emerging leaders dedicated to advancing the mission of Cristo Rey Columbus through advocacy, service, mentorship, and community engagement. The board connects young professionals across Central Ohio who are passionate about expanding educational and career opportunities for students from underserved communities. Through networking events, volunteer initiatives, and fundraising efforts, members support the school’s unique work-study model while building meaningful relationships with fellow professionals committed to educational equity and workforce development.
Happy Hour Meet & Greet
July 8, 2026 | 4:00pm-5:00pm
Gemut Biergarten: 734 Oak St. Columbus
Come learn more about the Cristo Rey Columbus Young Professionals Board. Enjoy food, drinks and networking on the patio of Gemut Biergarten. Free parking available.
Annual Volunteer Opportunities
Speed Chatting
All incoming freshmen and transfer students participate in Speed Chatting to prepare for their Professional Work-Study Program. Each student pairs up with a guest for three minutes of rapid-fire conversations. After just one hour, even the quietest student has built confidence and honed conversational skills that will help them succeed in their job placements.
Friday, August 14th, 2026
Location: Cristo Rey Columbus High School
Draft Day
Support one of the most exciting days of the year as students learn their Professional Work-Study Program placements in an NFL Draft style event. Volunteers help welcome guests, assist with check-in and nametags, and guide students and company representatives throughout the event.
Tuesday, August 25th, 2026
Location: Columbus Metropolitan Library
After School Soiree
This is NOT your typical school day. In fact, it’s in the evening with tasty food, fun cocktails, an auction, wine pull and more. There will even be live music as we “Party at the bus Stop” at the end of the night! It’s a can’t miss event highlighting our students and school.
Saturday, October 24, 2026
Location: Cristo Rey Columbus High School
Senior Networking
Connect with seniors as they prepare for life after graduation by helping them practice professional networking and conversation skills — while seeing firsthand just how far they have grown through four years in our Professional Work-Study Program.
TBD – April 2027
Location: Cristo Rey Columbus High School
alumni success
Reflecting on my CRC Experience
Now in her second year of Law School at The Ohio State University, Regina credits her time in the Professional Work-Study Program with understanding the importance of taking initiative.