The DeLaSalle Parent Association is a diverse group of parents that serves to strengthen the connections between all parents and the greater DeLaSalle community by
• fostering a sense of inclusion by introducing parents to the DeLaSalle community;
• acting as a parent-to-parent resource regarding events, activities, and volunteer opportunities at DeLaSalle;
• encouraging parents to provide service to DeLaSalle;
• soliciting ideas and launching projects that help parents connect with the DeLaSalle Community;
• serving as a conduit through which parents and DeLaSalle staff and administration can share information.

To fulfill this mission, the Parent Association invites all parents and guardians to monthly meetings held the second Monday of each month. These gatherings will be instructional and informative on specific topics.



MONTHLY MEETING DATES
The DLS Parent Association meets the second Monday of each month, 6:00 - 7:30PM, in the Robert Casanova Room (in the school, across from the Library).
Note: If the meeting is not in the Casanova Room, signs will be posted at the school entrance doors.



PARENT-to-PARENT HOT LINE: (612) 676-7696 extension 440.


PAL PROGRAM
The PAL (Parent Association Liaison) program invites current DeLaSalle parents to help welcome and be a resource for new parents. To be a PAL, contact Jeff Radecki (612) 281-8295


PARENT ASSOCIATION CALENDAR OF ACTIVITIES
Looking for a way to be more involved in the DLS community?
You’ve come to the right place!
Here are a few Parent Association activities you may want to be a part of as a participant or a volunteer.

Ongoing
The PAL Program
Our DeLaSalle PALs are current parents who help welcome new parents to the DE community at various events.

August
New Parent Orientations
These informal, information-packed sessions are created by parents for parents.

August 23, 2007
Welcome Back Night
We’re on hand to meet parents and families at the picnic and at our Activities Fair booth.

September 28, 2007
Homecoming Bonfire
We make s’mores for the hungry hordes!

October 25, 2007
Multicultural Arts & Eats
We put on a fun, free, family-traditions potluck with student entertainment celebrating DE’s diversity. Click on this link to get the details.

November 12, 2007
"Know and Tell"
New, Improved & Back by Popular Demand
Please join the Parent Association for "Know & Tell Evening" 6:00PM, in the Robert Casanova Room. We'll start the evening as a collective group, then parents/guardians from each grade level will meet with each other to hear what one should KNOW about your child's activities and talk about life with a teenager. More information will be available at Conferences, and a flyer will be sent to all parents/guardians prior to the event. The Parent-to-Parent Hotline (612.676.7696 x 440) is an available resource as well. Plan now to join us for a fun and informative evening!

December 10, 2007
6:00 - 7:30PM, in the Robert Casanova Room, 2nd Floor, across from the Library
It is our last meeting of 2007, so come join other DLS parents/ guardians for a quick holiday celebration plus school and activity updates. Win a door prize! Light refreshments will be provided. Please plan to join us!
Meeting Agenda
Meeting Minutes
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January 14, 2008
Parent Association Monthly Meeting
6:00 - 7:30PM, in the Robert Casanova Room, 2nd Floor, across from the Library
Meeting Agenda
Meeting Minutes

February 11, 2008
Parent Association Monthly Meeting
Meeting Minutes

March 10, 2008
Parent Association Monthly Meeting

April 14, 2008
A brainstorming session on strengthening our DLS community with our Island neighbors as well as Arts & Eats planning. Please come with ideas and share in these exciting projects!
Meeting Agenda
Meeting Minutes

May 12, 2008
We coordinate Staff Appreciation Day, a well-deserved day of recognition for DE’s teachers and staff.
Meeting Agenda

June 9, 2008
Parent Association Montly Meeting
Meeting Agenda




DLS PARENT ASSOCIATION
2007 - 2008 OFFICERS and PROJECT LEADERS:
• Chair: Jeff Radecki
• Assistant Chair: Open
• Parent Association Representative to the DeLaSalle Board: Patricia Ebbert
• Secretary: Kerry Asp
• Communications Sub-Committee Co-chairs: Sandy Stowell and Patty Voje

• PAL Program Coordinator: Open
• Parent Orientation Facilitator: Jeff Radecki and Patty Voje
• Staff Appreciation Day Coordinators: Mary Swords and Kim Melby

PA Contact: Jeff Radecki 612-281-8295 -or- jeff.radecki@bestbuy.com

Staff Liaison: Mike O'Keefe   612-676-7679 -or- mike.okeefe@delasalle.com