The Advent season marks the beginning of the liturgical year in the Catholic Church. This year, Advent began on Sunday, November 29. It will end at midnight on Christmas Eve. Advent – from the Latin ad-venire, meaning “to come to” – is a season of prayerful reflection and preparation for the birth of Christ, celebrated … Continue Reading »
Welcome to DeLaSalle! We invite you to learn more about DeLaSalle, a one-of-a-kind Catholic, Lasallian, college preparatory high school at the heart of the Twin Cities. Amazing things continue to happen on Nicollet Island, largely because of the dedication of our remarkable students, parents, teachers and staff. If your family is ready to become part of … Continue Reading »
DeLaSalle revealed a new logo in October 2020 as part of a brand revitalization led by students in cooperation with renowned graphic designer and DeLaSalle Hall of Famer Joe Duffy ‘67. The logo, inspired by student sketches and developed collaboratively through virtual conferences amid the pandemic, replaces one the school had used since 199x. The … Continue Reading »
The safety and well-being of each of you remains our highest priority and continues to guide our planning and response to the 2019 novel coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak.
Friday, December 4, 2020 God, sometimes we can confuse having faith with living faith. You sent to us your son Jesus not just so that we would revere him, but also that we would make as our own his mission. Fill our hearts with a passion for your will that will fire within us a … Continue Reading »
Thursday, December 3, 2020 Gracious God, As we begin this Advent, give light to our eyes and peace to our hearts. May the Lord find us watching and waiting in joy when He comes. We pray in Jesus’ name, Amen. Saint John Baptist de La Salle – Pray for us! Live Jesus in our Hearts … Continue Reading »
Wednesday, December 2, 2020 Wake me up Lord, so that the evil of racism finds no home within me. Keep watch over my heart Lord, and remove from me any barriers to your grace, that may oppress and offend my brothers and sisters. Fill my spirit Lord, so that I may give services of justice … Continue Reading »
Tuesday, December 1, 2020 Dear God, Throughout this first week of Advent, help us remember that we are your people and that you are our God. Help us get our priorities right and put the most important things first: loving God and loving our neighbor. Amen Saint John Baptist de La Salle – Pray for … Continue Reading »
Monday, November 30, 2020 Keep us alert, we pray, Lord, as we await the advent of Christ your son, so that when he comes and knocks he may find us watchful in prayer and exultant in his praise. Who lives and reigns with you in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever … Continue Reading »
The Admissions Office is receiving inquiries every day from parents of eighth graders about the 2021-22 school year. “Islanders are (indeed) Everywhere,” and we are enjoying the conversations with the prospective families and students from all corners of the Twin Cities. As of Thanksgiving Week, over 265 families have already joined us for an on-campus … Continue Reading »
For the fifth year in a row, DeLaSalle held its own Day of Giving on November 11. The Islander community again rallied to support the school, raising $159,571, meeting all of the day’s challenges and exceeding the single-day fundraising goal. Some highlights of the day: We far surpassed our goal of 250 donors, which unlocked … Continue Reading »
Tuesday, November 24, 2020 Lord God, You gather us together as one people, grateful not only for the gift of life itself, but also for the many gifts of friendship, love, devotion and forgiveness that we share in common. We thank you for having created us and given us to each other in this DeLaSalle … Continue Reading »
Monday, November 23, 2020 God of goodness, We thank you for being with us in all our joys and sorrows, for your comfort in our sadness, your companionship in our loneliness. Thank you for friends, for health and for grace. May we live this and every day conscious of all that has been given to … Continue Reading »
Looking Ahead at DeLaSalle Friday, November 20, 2020 In this issue… Transition to Full Distance Learning Begins Monday Confidential Mental Health Thearpy Available for Students HVAC Upgrades Continue in B Building Students Meet with Academic Mentors on December 2 Prospective Students, Families Invited to Schedule Tour, Pre-Register for December 7 Open House De Hosts … Continue Reading »
Collaboratively and informed with considerable and weekly input from students, parents, teachers, staff, and trustees throughout the fall, DeLaSalle made the decision on November 12 to temporarily shift from its Hybrid Learning design to Synchronous Distance Learning from November 23 through January 8. This decision was communicated to staff on November 13th and to families … Continue Reading »
Friday, November 20, 2020 Listen to the voice that invites you to surrender your fears and frustrations, anger, and anxieties, and to await with an open heart the peace that only Christ can bring. Allow the one who seeks only the best for you to offer the comfort you seek. Amen Saint John Baptist de … Continue Reading »
Thursday, November 19, 2020 Giver of dreams, let the peace we’ve dreamed of expand to embrace all your children. Within our circle of creation, may we see the other as brother and sister, and act as mutual stewards of one another. You call us to live without borders that exclude. Help us to draw the … Continue Reading »
Wednesday, November 18, 2020 In honor of American Education Week… Lord, bless the teachers who give their heart to teaching. Thank you for the special gift that you have given them and for giving them a spirit of grace and compassion. May they have strength and endurance to perform their many tasks, and may they … Continue Reading »
Tuesday, November 17, 2020 “A Teenager’s Prayer” Each day brings new beginnings Decisions I must make I am the only one to choose The road that I will take. I can choose to take the road of life That leads to great success Or travel down the darkened road That leads to great distress. Please … Continue Reading »
Monday, November 16, 2020 Dear Heavenly Father, You created us. All of us You sent your beloved Son to redeem us. All of us You sent the Holy Spirit, the Comforter, to us. To comfort all of us. Please fill our hearts with love, so that there is no room for hate. Fill our minds … Continue Reading »
Looking Ahead at DeLaSalle Friday, November 13, 2020 In this issue… We’re Excited to Meet Prospective Families at Drive-Up Open House Tomorrow Please Join Us for Family Listening Session on Tuesday School Pictures Scheduled Next Week David Bank Studios to Take Senior Photos Wednesday; Senior Yearbook Ads Available Sacrament of Reconciliation Offered Tuesday Standardized … Continue Reading »
Friday, November 13, 2020 “May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in him, so that you may overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit.” (Romans 15:13) Amen. Saint John Baptist de La Salle – Pray for us! Live Jesus in our Hearts – Forever … Continue Reading »
Thursday, November 12, 2020 “Don’t let anyone look down on you because you are young, but set an example for the believers in speech, in conduct, in love, in faith and in purity.” (1 Timothy 4:12) Amen. Saint John Baptist de La Salle – Pray for us! Live Jesus in our Hearts – Forever Daily … Continue Reading »
Wednesday, November 11, 2020 Dear Lord, Today we honor our veterans, worthy men and women who gave their best when they were called upon to serve and protect their country. We pray that you will bless them for their unselfish service in the continual struggle to preserve our freedoms, our safety, and our country’s heritage, … Continue Reading »
"My eyes have seen your salvation."- Luke 2:30
