admissions infobook 2012-2013
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La Salle College High School Admissions Infobook for 2012-2013TRANSCRIPT
A world of opportunities awaits you.
VISION AND MISSION
La Salle College High School stands as a beacon for capable young men embarking on a solid college preparatory program in the Catholic, independent school tradition. The Latin words virtus and scientia, moral strength and knowledge, underline the school’s coat of arms and they serve as a reminder and impetus for all the activities of faculty and students who create the reality of today’s La Salle. The De La Salle Christian Brothers established La Salle in 1858, in the City of Philadelphia, and their charism and the vision of their founder, Saint John Baptist de La Salle (1651–1719), have guided the development of La Salle to its current status as one of the foremost centers of secondary education in the met-ropolitan Philadelphia area. Loyal to the educational philosophy of Saint La Salle and the gospel teachings that everyone has value before a loving God, La Salle College High School seeks to shape and to educate the total person for future leader-ship and personal peace
of mind. Spiritual formation, intellectual achievement, moral growth, physical development, and competition and cultural ex-pression receive serious attention in a Lasallian Community.
La Salle’s 84-acre campus supports the realization of the challenging goals which the faculty and students pursue. The present Belcroft property, the fifth site in the story of La Salle’s growth, attests to the school’s fidelity to its mission to continue to evolve and to grow to meet the challenges of new genera-tions of youth as they prepare to succeed in and to shape the 21st century.
A conscientious and highly-professional faculty of Christian Brothers, lay men and women, and a priest work closely and respectfully with students and staff to establish mutual trust, acceptance, and affirmation.
The goal of the harmonious association of each one in a Lasallian community reflects La Salle’s conviction that God is present and that this caring God speaks in and through each one in the community. The presence of God remains foundational for La Salle College High School, its faculty, staff, students, parents, and alumni.
Successful La Salle alumni fill the ranks of all professions, occupations, and trades in contemporary America. Alumni involvement, commitment, and leadership remain among La Salle’s proudest achievements and they stand as a lasting testament to the successful educational program which La Salle College High School fosters.
Written by Brother John D’Alfonso, FSC ‘55 1937–2000
La Salle College High School, a Catholic, independent, college
preparatory school for young men of varied backgrounds, is conduct-
ed in the tradition of Saint John Baptist de La Salle. Through a broad
and balanced, human and Christian education, La Salle College
High School guides each student in the development of his unique
God-given talents and fosters a commitment to academic excellence,
service, and leadership.
Men of Intellect and Accomplishment La Salle College High School
graduates, having completed a rigorous academic program, are lifelong
learners who think critically and communicate effectively.
Men of Faith and Compassion La Salle College High School graduates
respect human dignity, embrace Roman Catholic Tradition and morality,
and value the uniqueness of their Lasallian heritage.
Men of Service and Justice La Salle College High School graduates
live their faith through their actions, recognize the interconnectedness
of our world, and act on their obligation to right injustice.
Men of Integrity and Respect La Salle College High School
graduates accept responsibility for their own education and actions and
in the spirit of the Christian gentleman treat people with respect.
La SalleC O L L E G E H I G H S C H O O L
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ACADEMICS
La Salle College High School’s curriculum is one that is faith-centered, academically challenging, and designed to prepare young men for the future. Featuring a wide variety of electives, our college preparatory program of studies includes over one hundred forty-five courses developed to challenge students to realize their academic potential.
ReligionCatholic IdentityChristian Life StylesChristian MoralityLasallian Spiritually and ServicePrayerSacred ScriptureWorld Religions
MathematicsAlgebra 1Algebra 1 HonorsAlgebra 2Algebra 2 HonorsAlgebra 3/TrigonometryTrigonometry/StatisticsGeometryGeometry and Pre-Calculus HonorsPre-CalculusCalculusAdvanced Placement Calculus ABAdvanced Placement Calculus BCAdvanced Placement Statistics
Computer EducationComputer ApplicationsVisual Basic ProgrammingJAVA ProgrammingAdvanced Placement Computer ScienceDigital Multimedia Design• Fundamentals of Web Design• Website Management• Computer Aided Design (CAD)• Advanced Computer Aided Design (CAD) Microsoft® IT Academy• Network Management• Windows Server 2008• Windows Server 2008 Active Directory• Windows 2008 Network Infrastructure• Windows 2008 Security Multimedia Production• Multimedia Production• Advanced Multimedia Production• Multimedia Management
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EnglishIntroduction to Literature and CompositionAmerican Literature and CompositionRhetoric and British LiteratureWorld Literature and Expository WritingAdvanced Placement English Language and Composition (11th Grade)Advanced Placement English Literature and Composition (12th Grade)Creative Writing 1Creative Writing 2ShakespeareHarlem RenaissancePublic Speaking
World LanguageChinese 1French 1, 2, 3, 4, 5French 4 HonorsItalian 1, 2, 3, 4Italian 2 HonorsItalian 3 Honors
Italian 4 HonorsLatin 1, 2Spanish 1, 2, 3, 4, 5Spanish 2 HonorsSpanish 3 HonorsSpanish 4 HonorsAdvanced Placement Spanish
ScienceIntegrated ScienceBiology 9 HonorsBiology 10 HonorsBiology 10Chemistry 10 HonorsChemistryChemistry 11 HonorsAdvanced Placement ChemistryGeneral ChemistryPhysicsPhysics HonorsGeneral PhysicsAdvanced Placement Physics BAdvanced Placement Physics CAnatomy and Physiology HonorsAdvanced Placement BiologyEnvironmental Science
Advanced Placement Environmental ScienceAstronomyHealth
Social StudiesWorld CivilizationsWestern CivilizationsAdvance Placement World HistoryUnited States HistoryAdvanced Placement United States HistoryEconomicsAdvanced Placement EconomicsFinancial EconomicsHistory of PhiladelphiaInternational Studies SeminarAdvanced Placement Modern European HistoryAdvanced Placement American Government and PoliticsPsychologyAdvanced Placement PsychologyUnited States Civil WarVietnam
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Visual ArtsFoundations ArtDrawing 1, 2Painting 1, 2Ceramics 1, 2Advanced CeramicsSculpture 1, 2Advanced SculptureArt Portfolio
Fine ArtsIntroductory Music PerformanceIntermediate Music PerformanceHonors Advanced MusicAdvanced Music StudiesSmall EnsemblesJazz Arranging and ImprovisingAdvanced Music Performance (Stage Band)Instrumental InstructionR&B, Funk, and Latin ConceptsFreshman ChorusChorusAdvanced ChorusIndependent Chorus
Physical EducationPhysical EducationAquaticsPrinciples of Athletic TrainingPhysical Fitness
SupportGroup Advisory 9, 10, 11, 12Academic Support 9, 10, 11, 12
Graduation RequirementsLa Salle College High School requires 26.50 credits for graduation. In many cases, students elect to take additional credits. Furthermore, a student must receive a satisfactory grade on the Senior Exit Survey, which is designed to measure each student’s ability to write clearly and effectively, along with demonstrating solid critical thinking skills.
Minimum RequirementsEnglish 4 credits
Religion 4 credits
Math 3 credits
Science 3 credits
Social Studies 3 credits
World Language 3 credits
Physical Education 1 credit
Health 1/2 credit
Computer 1/2 credit
Fine Arts 1/2 credit
Elective OfferingsA student must take at least 4.0 credits beyond the minimum required listed above. In most cases this means a fourth year of Math, Science, and Social Studies. Many students will also take a fourth year of a World Language. There are a wide variety of electives in Art, Computer and Information Science, Music, Business, Social Studies, English, Math, Science, and Languages.
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Advanced Placement ProgramAdvanced Placement Courses are special college-level courses, which can lead to college credit, waiving of col-lege requirements, or special placement in honors programs. La Salle students perform very well on AP examinations, which are administered each May.
Advanced Placement CoursesBiologyCalculus AB Calculus BC Chemistry Computer Science Economics (macro and micro)English Language and Composition (11th Grade)English Language and Literature (12th Grade)Environmental ScienceGovernment and Politics LatinModern European HistoryPhysicsPsychologySpanish LanguageStatisticsUnited States HistoryWorld History
Honors CoursesDue to the high caliber of students attending La Salle, classes are generally assigned heterogeneously. In addition to the Advanced Placement program, honors courses are available in language, math, and science. Students applying for these courses must meet prerequisites and department approval.
Sample Ninth Grade RosterGrowing in ChristIntroduction to Literature and CompositionAlgebra 1 or Algebra 2World CivilizationsWorld Language (Chinese, French, Italian, or Spanish)Integrated Science or BiologyComputer ApplicationsHealthPhysical EducationElectives (Music, Art and Chorus)
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ACADEMIC EXCELLENCENational Merit Scholars• 11% of the Class of 2012 was honored by the National Merit Scholarship Corporation – 13 National Merit Finalists – 14 National Merit
Commended Students
• Over the past decade, an average of thirty students per year were recognized as National Merit Scholars
College Admissions• 100% of the Class of 2012 is continuing formal education at 91 colleges and universities in twenty-three different states and two international universities
• The Class of 2012 was accepted into 204 colleges in thirty-four states and two international universities
National Honor Society• 108 members of the Class of 2012
were elected to the National Honor Society based on academic per-formance (minimum GPA of 3.50), leadership, and service
• 112 members of the Class of 2013 have already been inducted into La Salle’s Chapter of the National Honor Society
Scholarships andAdvanced Placement• The Class of 2012 earned over $29.3
million in documented scholarships and grants
• 80% of the Class of 2012 earned merit-based and/or athletic scholarships
• 98 Advanced Placement Scholars, including eight National Scholars
• 87% of students taking AP Exams scored a 3 or higher (recommend-ing grade for college) in seventeen subject areas
• 2009 College Board and Siemens Award for Excellence in Advanced Placement (only high school in Pennsylvania to earn this award)
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UNMATCHED TECHNOLOGY
La Salle’s strong academic program is enhanced by one of the most advanced technological systems available in secondary education. A recognized leader in technology, La Salle has a completely wireless campus based on Cisco Wireless N technology, allowing for high-speed Internet access to laptop and hand-held computers from anywhere on the property. The computer-to-student ratio is one to three and the school’s Community TechServe Program is nationally recognized. La Salle has the distinction of being the only school in the State of Pennsylvania to have met the stringent staffing and equipment qualifications to be designated a Level One Microsoft® IT Academy. In addition, all of the computers on La Salle’s campus feature Windows 7 and Office 2010 Professional Plus. La Salle College High School is currently in partnership with Microsoft to develop future operating systems.
Some outstanding features of our technology:• Completely wireless campus,
enhanced by a Gigabit fiber-optic backbone connecting all classrooms and offices.
• Thirty-five state-of-the-art Windows 2008 R2 Servers, including dedicated space for student accounts and files.
• A T3 dedicated Internet circuit that offers students 90 MB of in and out bandwidth with Nehalem Xeon Servers.
• First school in the nation to fully implement Microsoft Exchange® 2010.
• La Salle was the first organization in the world to deploy Windows 8 Server in production coordinated with Microsoft Technology Adoption Program ”Tap”.
• TV production and broadcast studio with editing equipment and operating systems for live programs and taped productions.
• Four computer labs with over 150 Nehalem i7 workstations, Windows 7 Desktops, and access to the complete Microsoft Office® 2010 Professional Plus Package.
• Multimedia Lab with over eighty workstations for student and faculty teaching and production, including scanners, laser printers, and CD/ DVD Burners.
• Fully-implemented faculty laptop program utilizing wireless technology and advanced projection devices.
• Outstanding library and media center with capability for thirty-four online reference programs.
• Computer Lab internship program for qualified students, which amassed twenty-four Microsoft certifications. An additional forty students have earned an MTA certification (Microsoft Technical Associate).
• All fifty seven instructional areas are equipped with a SMART Board™, HD Projection TV, DVD, and a high-performance sound system.
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ACTIVITIES
La Salle offers a wide variety of extra-curricular and co-curricular student activities. Over 70% of the students are involved in one or more activities or clubs. The Assistant Principal for Student Affairs directs this extensive activities program for the purpose of providing different experiences and leadership opportunities for La Salle’s students. These activities help build a sense of community, provide outlets for expression, and develop a sense of responsibility, cooperation, and service among the students. Faculty moderators supervise every activity. Activities are added each year according to student interest.
Academic DecathlonAeronautics/Flying ClubArt ClubBands (11)Blue and Gold (Yearbook)Campus MinistryCeltic ClubChess ClubChinese ClubChorus (Three Groups)Civility ClubComputer ClubComputer Lab InternsDiversity ClubDramaticsEngineering ClubFencing ClubFilm ClubForum (Speech and Debate)French ClubFuture Educators ClubGaming ClubGazebo (Literary Magazine)German ClubHistory ClubHuman Rights ForumInternational Studies ClubIntramuralsItalian Club
Lasallian Service CorpsLasallian YouthMathletesMentoring GroupMock Trial CompetitionMulti-Cultural ClubNational Honor SocietyRobotics ClubRugby ClubSaint Benilde ClubSpanish ClubSki ClubSports Information ClubStage CrewStudent CouncilTechServeUltimate Frisbee ClubWeb ManagersWEXP (Television Club)Wisterian (Newspaper)
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1. Band La Salle’s highly regarded and comprehensive musical program is unmatched among high schools in the Delaware Valley. Over 250 instrumentalists participate in eleven performing groups. La Salle’s Compe-tition Band received superior ratings in all five area jazz competitions in 2012, earning nine Best Section Awards. An Outstanding Soloist Award was earned by a La Salle mu-sician at each competition. In 2010, La Salle’s Jazz Competition Band captured Second Place Honors at the Cavalcade Association of Bands Championships in a competition that featured forty-five high school bands from the tri-state area.
2. Chorus La Salle’s expanding choral program has three very active performing groups: The Belcrofters (performing ensemble), Advanced Chorus, and the Freshman Chorus. Aside from concerts, these groups perform at many functions in and around La Salle. Smaller ensembles enhance our school liturgies by providing music.
Music Facilities La Salle’s excellent music facilities
include an ensemble practice room large enough to house our largest performing groups. A choral room, space for instrumental instruction, multiple practice rooms, and a digital music lab round out a facility that can accommodate the almost three hundred students involved in La Salle’s highly acclaimed music program.
3. Speech and Debate In the last five years, students in the La Salle Speech and Debate Program have won a National Championship in Policy Debate, State Championships in both Policy Debate and Lincoln Douglas Debate, and City Champi-onships in Policy Debate, Lincoln-Douglas Debate, and Public Forum Debate. Over this span, La Salle has been recognized as a Debate School of Excellence by the National Foren-sics League and twice finished in the Top 5 nationally in the Debate School Sweepstakes Award at the National Catholic Forensics League National Finals. La Salle College High School has also competed in the Interna-tional Public Policy Forum written debate contest and once placed in the Top 8 and twice placed in the Top 32 of more than 330 schools from 36 countries and 42 states.
“The school has never wavered from the
philosophy of Saint John Baptist de La Salle –
educating the whole man and letting
him learn how to make the right decisions.”
J o s e p h F. C i c c i m a r o ’ 5 7 Faculty Member (since 1968)
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4. Competitions La Salle fields teams in Academic Decathlon, Mathletes, and Mock Trial Competition and also competes in several virtual competitions.
5. Publications Extensive writing and editing opportunities are available through The Wisterian (school newspaper), the Blue and Gold (school yearbook), and the Gazebo (literary magazine).
6. Theatre With over one hundred La Salle students and an addi-tional 35 girls from surrounding high schools, La Salle’s theatre program is recognized as one of the top pro-grams in Southeastern Pennsylvania. Producing two shows per year, the theatre program offers students the opportunity to become involved in and learn every aspect of the theatre from performance; playing as a member of the pit orchestra; to every aspect of designing and running a show. One of the unique aspects of the program is that the responsibil-ity of truly managing a full scale production.
7. Art An Arts Festival featuring student work in painting, drawing, sculpture, pottery, and photography is held each May. In addition, La Salle students have exhibited works at the Pennsylvania Academy of Fine Arts, Montgomery County Community College, and the Archdiocesan Art Show.
Each spring, La Salle presents a musical.Recent productions include:City Of Angels (2012)The Drowsy Chaperone (2011)Smokey Joe’s Café (2010)How To Succeed In Business (2009)Singin’ In The Rain (2008)Babes In Arms (2007)Godspell (2006)Bye Bye Birdie (2005)Grease (2004)Footloose (2003)George M (2002)
Each fall, La Salle presents a drama.Recent productions include:Lend Me A Tenor (2012)Blithe Spirit (2010)Plaza Suite (2009)Arsenic and Old Lace (2002)Odd Couple (2007)You Can’t Take It With You (2006)A Man For All Seasons (2005)Shakespeare Revisited (2004)The Nerd (2003)Arsenic and Old Lace (2002)
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ATHLETICS
Athletics play a significant part in student life at La Salle. Whether as a participant or spectator, each student experiences a sense of pride, excitement, and accomplishment. In 1919, La Salle was one of the founding members of the Philadelphia Catholic League, which has grown to become a highly-compet-itive group of thirteen schools. La Salle’s athletic opportunities have expanded since the Philadelphia Catholic League joined the Pennsylvania Interscholastic Athletic Association (PIAA) District 12 and became eligible for district and state championships. Over 50% of the student body actively participates in our extensive sixteen-sport program involving thirty-eight separate teams.
Athletic FacilitiesLa Salle has been blessed with extensive high quality athletic facilities which include a main gym, auxiliary gym for wresting and other athletic activities, a fitness center with a full-time Strength and Conditioning Instruc-tor, an erg room for rowing, indoor and outdoor pools, six-lane track, five tennis courts, seven athletic fields, a walking trail, and a boathouse located on historic Boathouse Row.
Athletic SuccessLa Salle has an extensive and highly successful athletic program that has amassed 105 championships in the past ten years. During this time, our athletes have captured 55 Philadelphia Catholic League titles in ten separate sports – a record unmatched in league history – in addition to nine Pennsylvania State Championships. During the 2011-12 year, the Explorers won seven Philadelphia Catholic League Championships in Golf, Football, Lacrosse, Tennis, Soccer, Swimming, and Wrestling). In addition, they captured eight District 12 (City) Championships in Baseball, Football, Lacrosse, Tennis, Track and Field, Soccer, Swimming, and Wrestling and the Hockey Team won the Flyer’s Cup.
In 2012, La Salle won three Pennsylvania State Championships – Swimming, Hockey, and Baseball – and finished as the State Runner-Up in Lacrosse.
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Fall Sports Winter Sports Spring Sports
Cross Country (V, JV, F) Basketball (V, JV, F) Baseball (V, JV, F)
Soccer (V, JV, F) Swimming (V, JV) Lacrosse (V, JV)
Football (V, JV, F) Wrestling (V, JV) Rowing (V, JV, F)
Water Polo (V, JV) Ice Hockey (2V, 1JV) Tennis (V, JV)
Golf (V, JV) Indoor Track (V) Outdoor Track and Field (V, F)
Bowling (V, JV)
V = Varsity JV = Junior Varsity F = Freshman
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Consider These Outstanding Accomplishments
• Over the past decade, La Salle has won league championships in thirteen different sports.
• During the last three years, La Salle captured forty-five championships in eleven different sports.
• In the last ten years, La Salle has won nine Pennsylvania State Championships in four different sports.
• Last year, 152 athletes received All-Catholic recognition – 75 First Team All-Catholics, 52 Second Team All-Catholics, and 25 Honorable Mention All-Catholics. In addition, over a dozen athletes received All-State or All-American recognition.
La Salle’s phenomenal success in sports is due to the quality of an experienced coaching staff and the overall enthusiastic response of our student athletes. Twelve of the head coaches teach full-time at La Salle and as such, realize the primary importance of performance in theclassroom. The discipline and respect generated in the academic area, along with the spirit and enthusiasm of hundreds of students, have resulted in a competitive and highly successful athletic program.
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GUIDANCE AND COUNSELING
La Salle’s extensive Counseling Department, which provides student services in the areas of college, academic, and personal counseling, includes ten counselors and two administrative assistants.
1. College Counseling Center Throughout junior and senior years, three college counselors meet in individual and group sessions with juniors, seniors and their parents regrading the college search and application process.
2. Class Counselors Four class counselors meet with all grade levels to assist with academic and personal concerns.
3. Personal Counseling A full-time personal counselor works with students who are experiencing difficulties at school or home.
4. Special Counseling One counselor direct programs to assist students with learning differences and those who are experiencing academic difficulty. They act as a liaison for students, parents, and teachers.
5. LIGHTS The LIGHTS Team, a Student Assistance Program, is composed of specially trained members of the faculty and staff who assist La Salle students with behavioral and/or academic difficulties.
6. Group Counseling All students are assigned to a Group Advisory Class. Freshmen focus on transitional issues, Sophomore advisory has a more career focus, while Junior and Senior advisory classes primarily center on the college application and admission processes.
7. Tutoring Opportunities A Writing Center, Math Center, and World Languages Center are open daily and provide students with tutorial resources provided by members of the faculty. In addition, the National Honor Society conducts a very successful peer-tutoring program for any student who requests assistance.
8. Mentoring Program A full-time faculty member coordinates a student-mentoring program designed to assist with the transition of incoming students.
9. Montgomery County Intermediate Unit La Salle College High School receives additional counseling and tutoring services from the Montgomery County Intermediate Unit.
10. David Program The David Program, now in its tenth year, offers academic support to students with documented mild learning differ-ences. Five highly-qualified learning specialists provide individualized instructional support for approxi-mately fifteen students per grade. For additional information on the David Program, please contact John Keenan at [email protected] or (215) 402-4853.
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MINISTRY AND SERVICE
The Office of Ministry and Service seeks to build a living faith community at La Salle by providing religious experiences and service opportunities for both students and faculty. Three campus ministers and a chaplain staff the Ministry and Service Center. Liturgical and devotional programs are celebrated at significant times throughout the year. A yearly retreat program in a small-group setting is organized and conducted by the Office of Ministry and Service and assisted by many faculty members and student leaders. Juniors have an opportunity for an over-night service retreat. Seniors choose either a one day retreat or a four-day Kairos retreat. Kairos, which in Greek means “God’s special time,” is a program that focuses on relationships and the retreatant’s knowledge of self, others, and God’s unconditional love for each individual.
Rooted in the spiritual and educational vision of Saint John Baptist de La Salle, La Salle empowers students to serve those in need. Students have the opportunity to serve seven days a week at community partners that include the Artman Home, Saint Joseph’s Villa, La Salle Academy, Sarnelli House, Triest House, and Saint Francis Inn. A unique homeless outreach program affords students the opportunity to serve meals and distribute clothes to those living on the streets. The entire school community, under the leadership of the Lasallian Service Corps, collects over 10,000 cans of food at Thanksgiving, over 1,000 gifts at Christmas, and raises over $27,000 a year for various organizations through “La Salle Responds” and other philanthropic efforts.
As part of La Salle’s emphasis on Christian service, the entire freshman and sophomore classes participate in a Branch-Out Day of service each year. A unique feature of this day has many fathers joining their sons as they span out to over twenty locations across the Philadelphia area. In addition, an extensive Summer Service Program provides opportunities for students to perform valuable service in seven different states as well as South America and the Caribbean.
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TRANSPORTATION1. School District Busing The majority
of students attending La Salle are eligible for free bus service provided by their local school district. The seventeen school districts currently providing bus service to La Salle are:
Abington Norristown Centennial North Penn Central Bucks Radnor Cheltenham Springfield Colonial Upper Dublin Hatboro-Horsham Upper MerionLower Merion Upper Moreland Lower Moreland Wissahickon Methacton
2. Automobile La Salle College High School has ample parking facilities to accommodate those students who drive to school.
3. School Sponsored Busing La Salle College High School sponsors a private bus service to most areas not covered by state-mandated busing. Six bus routes serve the Northeast as well as Chester, Delaware, Montgomery and Bucks Counties including the Yardley/Newtown Area. Fees for this service vary according to the plan selected.
4. Public Transportation SEPTA Bus Routes 18 and 77 are in close proximity to the school. The Route 77 Bus connects with seven train lines (Fox Chase, Lansdale/Doylestown, Glenside, Warminster, West Trenton, Chestnut Hill East, and Chestnut Hill West).
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TUITION AND FEESPolicy of Non-Discrimination
La Salle College High School admits students of any race, color, national, and ethnic origin to all the rights, privileges, programs, and activities generally made available to students at the school. La Salle does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national and ethnic origin in administration of its education policies, admission policies, scholarships, loan programs, or athletic and other school administered programs.
La Salle College High School is a private, independent Catholic educational institution, and as such, is almost exclusively dependent on full and timely payment of tuition rather then Church or government subsidies. La Salle makes every effort to minimize tuition, fees, and tuition increases, while providing a quality education consistent with Catholic values.
TuitionTuition for the 2012-2013 school year is $18,700 for (Grades 9-11) and $19,130 for Grade 12. Tuition increases 4-5% per year.
Payment PlansThere are two payment plans available:
1. Semester Plan Payments are due July 15, 2012 and November 15, 2012
2. Ten Month Plan Payments run April through January with a $40 processing fee for participation in the program.
Registration FeeRegistration of new students requires a non-refundable tuition deposit of $1,000 (part of the tuition and not an additional fee). The registration fee is due at the time a student accepts his offer of admission.
Additional FeesThere is a $320 fee for enrollment in the Music Program. Optional private bus transportation is available at various rates ranging from $1,050 to $1,995 depending on the plan and route chosen. Some activities, particularly athletics, may require fees and/or fund-raising. All students must purchase books that are not covered by state aid.
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FINANCIAL AID
La Salle offers merit-based (academic scholarships) and need-based grants (financial aid) on a year-to-year basis. Scholar-ship winners are also eligible for need-based grants. Documentation necessary for need-based grants includes W-2 forms, tax records, and filing financial information through the School and Student Service for Financial Aid (SSS).
Their website can be found at http://sss.nais.org
Deadlines For Financial Aid
NINTH GRADE (CLASS OF 2017)November 30, 2012 All financial statements are due at SSS.
January 14, 2013 All W-2 forms are due at SSS.
UPPERCLASSDecember 7, 2012 All financial statements are due at SSS.
January 14, 2013 All W-2 forms and previous year’s tax return are due at SSS.
Note: Families with both an upperclassman and an incoming freshman should adhere to the November 30, 2012 deadline. All documentation should be sent to SSS.
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ADMISSIONS PROCESSOpen HouseSunday, November 11, 2012An Open House will be held from 11:00 am to 2:00 pm. All of La Salle’s facilities and programs will be available to prospective students and their families. The program will include presentations, demonstrations, and guided tours. To register for the Open House, please visit www.lschs.org/openhouse
Scholarship/Entrance ExamSaturday, December 1, 2012 A mandatory high school placement test is used to determine scholarship winners and those who will be offered admission to the Class of 2017.
ScholarshipsAcademic Scholarships worth a minimum of $6,500 per year are awarded based on a student’s performance on the Scholarship/Entrance Exam, which is administered on December 1, 2012. Retention of this scholarship requires a student to maintain a high level of academic performance.
Spend A Day At La Salle (VIP Day)All eighth graders are invited to spend a full day at La Salle College High School, which is the best way to experience the atmosphere, spirit, and challenges that await a young man at La Salle. Visits can be arranged on any school day beginning September 17, 2012 or by registering online at www.lschs.org/vipday
Seventh graders are invited to spend a day at La Salle on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays during the months of March and April. Visits can be arranged by registering online at www.lschs.org/vipday
Parents and students who encounter difficulties registering online can contact the Admissions Office at (215) 402-4800.
InterviewsStudents spending a day at La Salle will have an informal interview as part of their visitation.
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Admissions Deadlines1. Submission of an application – either
a paper or online application – by November 23, 2012, will auto-matically register a student for the Scholarship/Entrance Exam.
2. The Scholarship/Entrance Exam will be administered on December 1, 2012.
3. All academic records and teachers’ recommendations must be sent to La Salle by December 14, 2012.
4. Notification of Scholarship winners and January acceptances is mailed in early January.
5. Deadline for initial acceptance of admission is January 25, 2013.
6. February acceptances (second phase of acceptances for those on the waiting list) are made on February 1, 2013. Enrollment closes February 28, 2013.
7. Registration for the Class of 2017 will take place on February 13, 2013 and again on February 19, 2013.
Note: An overwhelming response to our offers of admission has resulted in full enrollment by mid-February in each of the last ten years. A waiting list is established for openings that may occur after registration.
Acceptance To La Salle
An Admissions Committee reviews the qualifications of each applicant to La Salle College High School.
Decisions are made on the basis of:
• Scores on the Entrance Exam
• Academic performance in the 7th and 8th Grades
• Recommendations from teachers and/or counselors
• Scores on other standardized tests
• Activities and Interests
Application for AdmissionPlease complete the enclosed application and mail it in the envelope provided to the Admissions Office at La Salle College High School or apply online via the school’s website at www.lschs.org/admissions
Upperclass AdmissionsLa Salle historically admits a small number of transfer students into the 10th and 11th grades each year. A student must have a “B” average and be in good standing at his present school. Decisions are made after the submission of academic records and a personal interview.
Practice TestSixth and Seventh grade students are encouraged to take a practice test on Saturday, March 2, 2013. The fee for this exam is $50.00. Please note that the test for sixth graders will be modified and only include questions on Math and English. Both tests are administered for practice purposes and are not used for the granting of scholarships or awarding acceptance to La Salle College High School. Visit the school website for details.
ContactFor further information, please contact Mr. Kevin Dougherty, Director of Admissions and Financial Aid at (215) 402-4800 or [email protected]
ADMINISTRATIONBrother James L. Butler, FSCPresident
Michael A. O’Toole ’68Principal
Daniel L. McGowanVice President of Institutional Advancement
Mark A. Gibbons ’92Chief Financial Officer
Thomas R. BarnaAssistant Principal for Academic Affairs
Nicholas J. Coggins Director of Curriculum, Instruction, and Assessment
Julia K. MaherAssistant Principal for Student Affairs
James F. FykeDean of Students
Thomas TurnerDirector of Transportation
Joseph A. ParisiDirector of Athletics
ADMISSIONSKevin B. Dougherty ‘00 Director Admissions and Financial Aid
Walter MuehlbronnerAssistant Director of Admissions
COMMUNICATIONSChristopher M. Carabello ’82Director of Marketing, Communications, and Public Relations
Peter R. Sigmund, Jr., MCSE ’85
Chief Information Officer
Raymond T. Shay ’00Director of Web Communications
Robert J. Johnson Director of Multimedia Technology
COUNSELING AND CAMPUS MINISTRYMartin JacksonDirector of Counseling and Guidance
John A. Keenan ’80Director of The David Program
Lewis ClarkDirector of Campus Ministry
La Salle College High School8605 Cheltenham AvenueWyndmoor, Pennsylvania 19038
215 402 4800 phone215 233 0284 [email protected]
www.lschs.org
Dates to RememberSpend A Day At La Salle
Starting September 17, 2012
Open House
Sunday, November 11, 2012
11:00 am to 2:00 pm
Preregister at www.lschs.org/openhouse
Eighth Grade Scholarship and Entrance Exam
Saturday, December 1, 2012
Sixth and Seventh Grade Practice Tests
Saturday, March 2, 2013
Admissions DeadlinesFriday, November 23, 2012
(for all applications)
Friday, November 30, 2012
(for filing for Financial Aid)