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Monday, April 20, 2015

Let us remember that we are in the holy presence of God.

Let us live each moment with open eyes and minds and hearts, as we recognize the Risen Christ as he comes to us, bringing us his peace. Amen

Saint John Baptist de La Salle…pray for us. Live Jesus in our hearts…forever!

Daily Digest

ENTREE: BREAKFAST FOR LUNCH DAY, WAFFLES, FRUIT TOPPING, SAUSAGE, GRAPES; A LA CARTE: TOSSED SALAD, EGG SALAD ON WHOLE WHEAT, BLUEBERRY MUFFINS

All college visits take place in the Guidance office, unless otherwise noted. Please get a pass from your teacher to meet with the college representative.

Today

  • 12:40pm: Marist College

  • 3:15pm: Boys’ varsity golf @ Columbia Golf Course
  • 4:00pm: Boys’ varsity tennis vs. Patrick Henry @ Webber Park
  • 4:15pm: C baseball vs. Concordia Academy @ Frank Quilici Field at Shingle Creek Park
  • 4:15pm: Varsity softball vs. Columbia Heights @ Bryn Mawr
  • 4:15pm: C softball vs. Columbia Heights @ Bryn Mawr
  • 4:30pm: JV baseball vs. Edison @ NE Athletic Field
  • 4:45pm: Varsity baseball @ Concordia Academy-Roseville
  • 5:15pm: JV softball @ St. Paul Academy
  • 6:00pm: Boys’ varsity lacrosse @ St. Louis Park

DeLaSalle students are invited to a college fair at Benilde-St. Margaret’s tomorrow from 7:00-8:30pm. This college fair gives 9th-11th graders a chance to start building relationships with admissions representatives that will ultimately be looking over their future college applications. Click here to find a complete list of participating schools. Students should dress appropriately, however, students may wear sports uniforms if coming from a game. All are welcome and encouraged to attend! If you have questions please talk to your college adviser.

DeLaSalle will provide a bus for those who are interested in attending. The bus will depart promptly at 6:30pm. Students and families are also welcome to drive on their own. If you are driving please click on the link for construction updates to HWY 100 BSM CONSTRUCTION UPDATES

Seniors, on Wednesday, you will gather for your final class retreat. This is a full day event where you have the opportunity to meet with your classmates, build class unity and share.  Here are some details regarding your retreat:

  • Attendance is mandatory.  If you miss a retreat day, you are required to make up their absence through the guidance of the Lasallian Ministry department.
  • You must be dressed in school uniform.\
  • You should bring a bag lunch; one beverage will be provided.\
  • Please leave all books, bags, iPads, purses, headphones, cell phones, etc. at home or school.  These items are not allowed on retreat.
  • The retreat will run during the school day only.  Please check in to your first hour class for attendance and move to the Albers Atrium to board buses.
  • Please come with an open and positive attitude; you will have fun.
  • Please see Ms. Hodapp in Lasallian Ministry with any questions.

Juniors will participate in an all day college planning workshop on Wednesday. College admission representatives and other specialists will present on topics including the application process, visiting colleges, financial aid, scholarships, ACT test prep, NCAA, selective colleges, 2-year colleges, and art colleges as students rotate among breakout sessions. If you have any questions, please contact Ms. Braun.

Health/PE:Wellness Course
Registration for the summer Health/PE:Wellness course is now open. This course will satisfy the graduation requirement of an additional semester of Phy Ed and the semester of Health. Registration forms are available in the Student Services office. Completed registration forms and the $300 summer course tuition payment are due in the Student Services office by Friday, May 1. Registration is not considered final until both the payment and registration form have been received. Please note: Class size is limited to 25 students and preference is given to students of the Class of 2016.

U.S. Government Course
Registration for the Summer U.S. Government course is now open for the Class of 2016. This course satisfies the graduation requirement of a semester of U.S. Government. Registration forms are available in the Student Services office. Completed registration forms and the $300 summer course tuition payment are due in the Student Services office by Friday, May 1. Registration is not considered final until both the payment and registration form have been received. Please note: Class size is limited to 25 students.

Vote today for the Prom King & Queen. If you are a junior or a senior, you should have received an email with a link to the Quia ballot. Please vote before the end of the school day on Wednesday. You may only vote for one senior man and woman to be King and Queen, respectively. If you vote for more than one person for each position, your vote will not count.

Ticket sales for Saturday’s Junior-Senior Prom end Wednesday. You can buy tickets for $70 in the Attendance Office. Wednesday is also the last day for you to return a completed Dance Guest Registration form if you plan to bring a non-DeLaSalle guest. Click here for more Prom information.

We invite all girls who participate in a spring sport to change in the girls’ locker room after school. The 2nd floor A building bathroom outside of the Gym is not a changing space; it is a bathroom. So please use the locker room for changing. Thank you!

The final Game Day for this school year in the Lasallian Ministry office will happen Thursday during all lunches. We will have special prizes and a raffle.