DeLaSalle President, Barry Lieske, AFSC, the longest-tenured employee in the history of the school, has informed the DeLaSalle Board of Trustees of his intent to retire at the end of the 2019-20 school year. Prior to becoming president in 2012, Barry served as principal at DeLaSalle for 19 years. He has spent 26 years at … Continue Reading »
We are proud of our history scholars! DeLaSalle salutes 56 students who, as individuals or in groups, are advancing 32 projects to the 2019 Minnesota State History Day competition on May 4 at the University of Minnesota. These 56 students earned their trips to the State Competition at the Metro Senior High Regional History Day … Continue Reading »
DeLaSalle’s girls’ basketball team earned the Minnesota State Class AAA Championship on March 16 with a 56-40 victory over the Becker Bulldogs. The Islanders captured their fourth state title in the program’s history over the course of a four-day State Tournament, defeating Hibbing in the quarter-finals and Holy Angels in the semi-finals leading up to … Continue Reading »
DeLaSalle High School is excited to welcome Keelie Sorensen as its new Director of Student Activities. Sorensen comes to DeLaSalle, having worked in the Student Activities Office and served as Head Girls’ Soccer Coach and Co-Head Track and Field Coach at Park Center High School. Previously she was also Head Track Coach at Fridley High … Continue Reading »
DeLaSalle salutes 70 students who, as individuals or in groups, are advancing 37 projects to the Metro Senior High Regional History Day competition on March 18 at Augsburg College. On the 18th, these students’ projects will be judged once again, and they may be chosen to advance on to the 2019 Minnesota State History Day … Continue Reading »
“Islanders Are Everywhere” is more than a catchphrase printed on yard signs that adorn the Twin Cities. The slogan perfectly captures the broad reach of DeLaSalle – with hundreds of alumni, friends, alumni parents, foundations, benefactors, and other De community members who reside at addresses near and far, across the United States and beyond. Collectively, … Continue Reading »
As of February 15, over 375 eighth graders and their families had submitted an application to DeLaSalle with hopes of joining the Class of 2023. It’s been an exciting year to date and we thank all of you for your interest. Our Admission Review Committee began its work on February 16, and we will be … Continue Reading »
We held a wonderful celebration on February 12! The entire DeLaSalle community of students and staff were joined by several parents, alumni, friends, media, and city dignitaries to honor Joe Duffy `67, outstanding student artists, our 119-year heritage of Lasallian education on Nicollet Island, and more. DeLaSalle dedicated and blessed a new school mural and … Continue Reading »
DeLaSalle parents are invited to join the monthly Parent Association meeting on Monday, February 11 to hear from Dr. Jules Nolan, a licensed psychologist and the president-elect of the state association of school psychologists. Dr. Nolan will share insights on “Adolescent Behavior: Social Media and Technology.” The meeting begins at 6:30pm in the Schulze Lab … Continue Reading »
DeLaSalle’s competition cheer team finished first at the Minnesota State Class A Cheerleading Championships on February 2 at the Roy Wilkins Auditorium in St. Paul. The Islanders earned their third state title in a row and the eleventh competition cheerleading state championship since De started the program in 1997 Congratulations to the State Champions! Dana … Continue Reading »
As of February 5, over 360 eighth grade students have submitted application materials to DeLaSalle though the “early decision” application deadline is still ten days away. At such a pace, we are likely to exceed 400 or more applications by August. Each day, the De admissions office is hearing from new applicants and receiving dozens … Continue Reading »
Congratulations to 2018-19 DeLaSalle Quiz Bowl program for sustaining a run of excellence that surpasses almost all activity programs in the state. For the 13th consecutive year, DeLaSalle has qualified a team for the National Quiz Bowl Championships in May. Head coach Martin Marrin has built a highly-competitive program, all the more impressive considering that … Continue Reading »
DeLaSalle High School is pleased to recognize the following Honor Roll students for their academic success in the first semester of the 2018-19 school year. For their scholastic achievement, these students have earned a place on either the High Honors Roll (semester grade point average of 3.8 or better) or Honor Roll (semester grade point … Continue Reading »
Congratulations to 62 of DeLaSalle’s visual arts and music students who have earned the opportunity to participate in the annual Tri-Metro Conference Fine Arts Festival at St. Anthony Village High School on January 18. Once again in 2019, DeLaSalle will be sending the largest group of selected student artists and musicians to the Festival of … Continue Reading »
DeLaSalle families may now apply for financial aid for the 2019-20 school year. Click here to submit an application to Tuition Aid Data Services (TADS). The deadline to submit an application is Monday, February 25, 2019. You can find more information about financial aid here As one of the Catholic high schools of the Twin … Continue Reading »
DeLaSalle is grateful to several hundred families for their ongoing interest in DeLaSalle and the unique educational opportunity we provide – drawing students from Prior Lake to White Bear Lake, from St. Michael to Cottage Grove, over 125 middle schools in total. We are proud of the combination of priorities for our school — to … Continue Reading »
A 1967 DeLaSalle graduate, who is a world-renowned graphic designer and marketing executive, has collaborated with current visual arts students to create and paint a mural for his alma mater. The mural by Joe Duffy ‘67, painted on the wall inside the lobby of the “A” building, reflects DeLaSalle’s longevity and connection to the rich … Continue Reading »
DeLaSalle congratulates those students who earned academic recognition and induction into the National Honor Society at the November 7 Academic Awards ceremony. Janet Dolan, past president and chief executive officer of Tennant Company, provided the keynote address. The school inducted 101 students into the National Honor Society. The inducted students are 11th and 12th graders … Continue Reading »
The DeLaSalle community has shown its generosity in the last month, directly supporting the latest generation of Islanders. By virtue of alumni, parent and friend support of the October 13 Christian Brothers’ Gala and the third-annual “De Day of Giving” on November 1, DeLaSalle has raised more than $520,000 toward its budgeted commitments in financial … Continue Reading »
Thank you to the many families and students continue to encourage your neighbors, relatives, and colleagues to take a look at DeLaSalle. “Islanders are (indeed) Everywhere,” and we are welcoming prospective families and students from all corners of the Twin Cities. On October 29, we welcomed 280 prospective students, accompanied by their families, to our … Continue Reading »
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