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3D render of the Salesian Pride Pavilion
The Michael Oddo & Jennifer Oddo Pavilion

Achieving Excellence & Securing our Future

The Pavilion

The Michael Oddo & Jennifer Oddo Pavilion is an addition to our 21 acre campus that will serve as both a beacon of community and a hub for student life.

The MOJO Pavilion will be a multi-use facility with a 1,400-seat arena, a state-of-the-art dance studio, a fully equipped music center, athletic training room, strength and conditioning center, and more. It will be a place where talents are nurtured, values are lived, and memories are made. It will allow us to continue to achieve excellence and secure our future.

 

"Guided by our mission to educate young people in mind, body, and spirit, we are proud of the extraordinary strides we have made, and even more excited for what lies ahead."

Stephen Pezzola '74, President

 

To bring this dream fully to life, we need your heartfelt support. With deep gratitude, we share that we have already raised $15 million toward this transformative project. It is an incredible testament to the belief our community holds in Salesian's mission.

We now seek to raise an additional $3 million to complete the MOJO Pavilion and to address several critical needs. Contributions will go to the Annual Fund and be used to complete the funding for the MOJO Pavilion, ensuring that Salesian continues to thrive, today, tomorrow, and for generations to come.

Progress on the Pavilion

Enjoy this timelapse of the construction so far on the MOJO Pavilion.

Exciting times for Salesian College Preparatory!

Since the groundbreaking, significant progress has been made, much of it initially out of sight. Behind the scenes, architectural plans were finalized, permits were secured from the City of San Pablo, and foundational work began. Utility systems were installed, and the concrete slab was poured, marking the transition from planning to construction. Throughout this period, students, faculty, and staff adapted with flexibility and patience, even as the parking lot was transformed into an active construction zone.

Now, the project has quite literally risen into view. Steel framing has gone up on the north side, with six of twelve gridlines completed, along with rafters, roofing elements, and structural supports. This section will house the Pavilion’s arena. Construction will soon expand to the south side, where spaces for the arts, athletics, and student life, including the dance studio, band facilities, and fitness areas will take shape.

With momentum building and excitement growing across campus, the MOJO Pavilion remains on track for a grand opening in November!

Plans and Maps

3D render of the Pride Pavilion main entrance
3D render of the Pride Pavilion, facing North
3D render of the interior of the Pride Pavilion
3D render of the Pride Pavilion

 Boldly stepping forward in faith, we invite you to secure your legacy on our campus.

Naming rights opportunities are available throughout the new MOJO Pavilion, as well as in our existing gymnasium, café, library, and on a hoped for new football/soccer/track scoreboard, replacing a system that is no longer fully functional. From rooms and scoreboards to specialized equipment, your name, or the name of someone you wish to honor, can become a lasting symbol of your commitment to Salesian's enduring mission.

In the Salesian spirit of reason, religion, and loving-kindness, let us unite once more to secure a bright and vibrant future for Salesian College Preparatory. Together, let us continue to dream boldly, give generously, and build a legacy of faith and excellence that will inspire future Salesian scholars and leaders for years to come.

More Updates on the MOJO Pavilion

External Publications

  • October 21, 2025, Richmond Standard: "Salesian breaks ground on multipurpose pavilion"

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spezzola@salesian.com

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Stephen Pezzola, JD

Class of: 1974
Titles: President, Salesian College Preparatory, Vice Chairman of the Board of Directors, Girls Varsity Basketball Head Coach
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School: (510) 234-4433 ext. 1110

Wendy Duncan

Titles: Director of Development
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School: (510) 234-4433 ext. 1414