2024 Summer Schools, Camps & Children’s Activities Guide – Pages 23 & 24

La Salle College Preparatory

3880 East Sierra Madre Boulevard
Pasadena, CA 91107-1996
(626) 351-8951
www.lasallehs.org/
www.facebook.com/lasallepas
www.instagram.com/lasallepas

About the School:

La Salle College Preparatory was founded in 1956 and is the largest Catholic, coeducational high school serving the greater Pasadena area. La Salle embraces Five Core Principles in the spirit of Saint John Baptist de La Salle, the patron saint of educators and founder of the Brothers of the Christian Schools: Concern for the Poor and Social Justice, Faith in the Presence of God, Quality Education, Respect for All Persons, and Inclusive Community. The school’s newly launched Centers of Innovation allow students to participate in hands-on experiential learning in the areas of medical innovation, global and cultural perspectives, cinematic arts and digital design, and linguistic exploration. With its rigorous college prep curriculum, award-winning arts programs, robust athletic opportunities, and focus on service learning, La Salle is committed to the formation of global citizens with the tools to learn, serve, and lead their respective communities and thrive in their academic and life endeavors.,/p>

Messages from School President:

Hello and Welcome!

At La Salle College Preparatory, we have been educating students in the greater Pasadena area to Learn, Serve, and Lead for over 65 years. The roots of that unique tradition stretch back more than 340 years to our founder, St. John Baptist de la Salle, and the Christian Schools he created with his fellow educators in France. De la Salle set a clear mission for his schools: they were to provide a spiritual and human education to the youth, with a particular emphasis on the economically poor. We continue that mission today and strive to develop and nurture conscientious, relational, innovative, and community-focused individuals who exhibit Lasallian values in all that they do. We are committed to providing an environment that allows all students to explore their passions, take risks, and discover pathways to excellence. Specifically, we offer 24 Advance Placement courses, giving even the most academically gifted students ample opportunity to push themselves and be challenged. Our college preparatory classes range from forensic science to introduction to law, and digital game design, ensuring that we allow our students to discover, grow, and learn about themselves, the world, and the challenges ahead. But learning does not only take place in the classroom. It takes place on the field, the court, the stage, behind the camera, and in the lab. We are proud of our cocurricular programs that challenge our students to hone and develop expertise while also applying what they learn in the classroom to real-life situations and becoming explorers, innovators, and change-makers. For some students, that means debating public policy with speech and debate, creating a robot in our STEAM program, or traveling throughout the nation and world representing La Salle as part of our Academic Decathlon team. For others, that means competing as part of our championship athletic program or performing with our music, theatre, or dance programs. All of our students have the opportunity to find and pursue their passion while they are here. Our new Centers of Innovation, including our CARLOW Center of Medical Innovation, Center for Cinematic Arts, Center for Global Perspectives, and Center for Linguistic Exploration, sit at the cutting edge of student experiential learning. These Centers have been strategically developed to encourage our students to explore their passions, take calculated risks, and discover pathways to excellence. Each center is also closely aligned with our school's strategic plan, which places a strong emphasis on nurturing creativity, individuality, and personal growth while providing a diverse and comprehensive education that surpasses the confines of traditional classrooms. They offer opportunities for our students to explore their interests, develop critical skills, and connect their passions to real-world experiences. A central outcome of our mission is to build an inclusive community that invites all members to feel a profound sense of belonging. We are proud of our co-ed, ethnically and socio-economically diverse environment that reflects our local community and shared world. Our mission calls for us to share our culture, lived experiences, and perspectives with one another to expand our understanding of the world. Dedicated to meaningful service learning at every grade level, we hope to instill in our students a sense of responsibility to advocate for peace and justice in every community they inhabit. Thank you for your consideration of La Salle College Preparatory and our vibrant community of learners and leaders.

Sincerely, Perry K. Martin, M.Ed

Teaching Philosophy and Academic Program:

La Salle’s curriculum pursues a rigorous balance between college preparatory courses, religious education, and enrichment opportunities. It is also committed to a values-based preparation for college that flows from a commitment to religious principles. Service learning is built into the curriculum during each of the four years. By the end of the senior year, students will have completed in excess of 75 hours of Christian service as part of their coursework. Graduation requirements meet or exceed the University of California minimum subject requirements for freshmen admission, with more than 100 courses currently UC-certified or approved.

School Colors: White / Blue / Red / Navy

School Mascot: Lancer

Team Sports: The school's athletics program is robust, with over 60% of the student body participating in Lancer Athletics. Student-athletes compete on championship-caliber teams while upholding rigorous academic standards.

Extracurricular activities:

La Salle boasts a rich student life with numerous clubs,organizations, student and class councils, spiritual life activities, service opportunities, and honor societies. These programs are designed to enhance students' personal growth and leadership skills.

Admissions Office, Phone Number & Link:

• Mr. Nathan Housman
• Director of Admissions
• nhousman@lasallehs.org
• (626) 696-4318
• Mrs. Suzy Rettig
• Admissions &
• Enrollment Officer
• srettig@lasallehs.org

School Tour Link:

www.lasallehs.org/admissions/visit-campus

Email Newsletter Sign-Up

https://lasallehs.schooladminonline.com/portal/new_inquiry

School Descriptive Category (Grade Levels Taught, Coeducational or Boys or Girls, Religious Affiliation or Other Affiliation):

La Salle College Preparatory is a diverse, co-educational Catholic high school rooted in the Lasallian tradition. It provides a holistic education that blends academic rigor and hands-on, experiential earning with a strong emphasis on moral and spiritual development, serving students in grades 9 through 12throughout the San Gabriel Valley region and the Greater Los Angeles area. For more detailed insights into the La Salle’s academics, co-curricular programs, values, and community life, be sure to visit the school’s website at www.lasallehs.org.

2024 Summer Schools, Camps & Children’s Activities Guide – Pages 23 & 24

La Salle College Preparatory

3880 East Sierra Madre Boulevard
Pasadena, CA 91107-1996
(626) 351-8951
www.lasallehs.org/
www.facebook.com/lasallepas
www.instagram.com/lasallepas

About the School:

La Salle College Preparatory was founded in 1956 and is the largest Catholic, coeducational high school serving the greater Pasadena area. La Salle embraces Five Core Principles in the spirit of Saint John Baptist de La Salle, the patron saint of educators and founder of the Brothers of the Christian Schools: Concern for the Poor and Social Justice, Faith in the Presence of God, Quality Education, Respect for All Persons, and Inclusive Community. The school’s newly launched Centers of Innovation allow students to participate in hands-on experiential learning in the areas of medical innovation, global and cultural perspectives, cinematic arts and digital design, and linguistic exploration. With its rigorous college prep curriculum, award-winning arts programs, robust athletic opportunities, and focus on service learning, La Salle is committed to the formation of global citizens with the tools to learn, serve, and lead their respective communities and thrive in their academic and life endeavors.,/p>

Messages from School President:

Hello and Welcome!

At La Salle College Preparatory, we have been educating students in the greater Pasadena area to Learn, Serve, and Lead for over 65 years. The roots of that unique tradition stretch back more than 340 years to our founder, St. John Baptist de la Salle, and the Christian Schools he created with his fellow educators in France. De la Salle set a clear mission for his schools: they were to provide a spiritual and human education to the youth, with a particular emphasis on the economically poor. We continue that mission today and strive to develop and nurture conscientious, relational, innovative, and community-focused individuals who exhibit Lasallian values in all that they do. We are committed to providing an environment that allows all students to explore their passions, take risks, and discover pathways to excellence. Specifically, we offer 24 Advance Placement courses, giving even the most academically gifted students ample opportunity to push themselves and be challenged. Our college preparatory classes range from forensic science to introduction to law, and digital game design, ensuring that we allow our students to discover, grow, and learn about themselves, the world, and the challenges ahead. But learning does not only take place in the classroom. It takes place on the field, the court, the stage, behind the camera, and in the lab. We are proud of our cocurricular programs that challenge our students to hone and develop expertise while also applying what they learn in the classroom to real-life situations and becoming explorers, innovators, and change-makers. For some students, that means debating public policy with speech and debate, creating a robot in our STEAM program, or traveling throughout the nation and world representing La Salle as part of our Academic Decathlon team. For others, that means competing as part of our championship athletic program or performing with our music, theatre, or dance programs. All of our students have the opportunity to find and pursue their passion while they are here. Our new Centers of Innovation, including our CARLOW Center of Medical Innovation, Center for Cinematic Arts, Center for Global Perspectives, and Center for Linguistic Exploration, sit at the cutting edge of student experiential learning. These Centers have been strategically developed to encourage our students to explore their passions, take calculated risks, and discover pathways to excellence. Each center is also closely aligned with our school's strategic plan, which places a strong emphasis on nurturing creativity, individuality, and personal growth while providing a diverse and comprehensive education that surpasses the confines of traditional classrooms. They offer opportunities for our students to explore their interests, develop critical skills, and connect their passions to real-world experiences. A central outcome of our mission is to build an inclusive community that invites all members to feel a profound sense of belonging. We are proud of our co-ed, ethnically and socio-economically diverse environment that reflects our local community and shared world. Our mission calls for us to share our culture, lived experiences, and perspectives with one another to expand our understanding of the world. Dedicated to meaningful service learning at every grade level, we hope to instill in our students a sense of responsibility to advocate for peace and justice in every community they inhabit. Thank you for your consideration of La Salle College Preparatory and our vibrant community of learners and leaders.

Sincerely, Perry K. Martin, M.Ed

Teaching Philosophy and Academic Program:

La Salle’s curriculum pursues a rigorous balance between college preparatory courses, religious education, and enrichment opportunities. It is also committed to a values-based preparation for college that flows from a commitment to religious principles. Service learning is built into the curriculum during each of the four years. By the end of the senior year, students will have completed in excess of 75 hours of Christian service as part of their coursework. Graduation requirements meet or exceed the University of California minimum subject requirements for freshmen admission, with more than 100 courses currently UC-certified or approved.

School Colors: White / Blue / Red / Navy

School Mascot: Lancer

Team Sports: The school's athletics program is robust, with over 60% of the student body participating in Lancer Athletics. Student-athletes compete on championship-caliber teams while upholding rigorous academic standards.

Extracurricular activities:

La Salle boasts a rich student life with numerous clubs,organizations, student and class councils, spiritual life activities, service opportunities, and honor societies. These programs are designed to enhance students' personal growth and leadership skills.

Admissions Office, Phone Number & Link:

• Mr. Nathan Housman
• Director of Admissions
• nhousman@lasallehs.org
• (626) 696-4318
• Mrs. Suzy Rettig
• Admissions &
• Enrollment Officer
• srettig@lasallehs.org

School Tour Link:

www.lasallehs.org/admissions/visit-campus

Email Newsletter Sign-Up

https://lasallehs.schooladminonline.com/portal/new_inquiry

School Descriptive Category (Grade Levels Taught, Coeducational or Boys or Girls, Religious Affiliation or Other Affiliation):

La Salle College Preparatory is a diverse, co-educational Catholic high school rooted in the Lasallian tradition. It provides a holistic education that blends academic rigor and hands-on, experiential earning with a strong emphasis on moral and spiritual development, serving students in grades 9 through 12throughout the San Gabriel Valley region and the Greater Los Angeles area. For more detailed insights into the La Salle’s academics, co-curricular programs, values, and community life, be sure to visit the school’s website at www.lasallehs.org.