April 2017
April Reflection from Brother Domenic
The real turning point in the totality of the human experience is the redemption of mankind by Christ. It was the suffering and death of Our Lord on the Cross that spoke for all time of the true nature of God who in the person of His Son atones for us what we cannot do alone. In this redemption, we not only are given hope and forgiveness, we are brought to the understanding that when we choose God and the things of God, we can never be separated from His love and mercy.
Senior School News
We are nearing the final weeks of Lent and anticipate the gift that awaits us on Easter Sunday. Let us continue to navigate through this sometimes, difficult season with optimism being reminded of the great sacrifice that our Lord has made for us.
Junior School News
April will bring another busy month as we have the school theatrical production "Pirates of Penzance." There are also numerous activities to further enhance learning inside and outside of the classroom, including the Spring Athletic season and various workshops.
Additional Reminders
New Del Uniforms:
We are excited to announce that our Del Student Uniforms will have a "refresh" for the upcoming school year. The contract with our current supplier has expired and has allowed us the opportunity to meet with other School Uniform Suppliers, presenting new options for design and colour.
We have narrowed down some of the options which best represent our school colours and tradition, and have had the staff and students offer feedback. On Monday, April 3, members of the Parent Association Executive will also have the opportunity to view the items and, also offer suggestions on colour and design. The main pieces of the uniform which will be significantly different from our current pieces will be the kilt and the school tie.
We hope to make a final decision in the next week or so and will be reaching out to our families to indicate next steps. Thank you for your support and patience throughout this process.
Del Cards:
Loading money on to your son or daughter's Del Card has never been easier! Click here or visit the Parent Portal to learn more about the secure online process.
2016-2017 Yearbook:
De La Salle College will be offering the 2016-2017 edition of the yearbook, The Acorn, at a cost of $40.00 (taxes included). The yearbook will feature 128 pages of high resolution, full-colour photographs and accompanying articles. In order to reserve your copy, scheduled for distribution in the fall of 2017, you can do so through our online order form here.
2017 Winter Athletic Assembly
On Wednesday, March 8, Del celebrated the player and team achievements for the 2017 Winter season during the morning Athletic Assembly. Two individual awards are given out per team, one for Most Valuable Player and the other for the William Markle Award.
Less Than a Month Until Pirates of Penzance Takes the Stage!
Last month, Brother Domenic caught the band of pillagers "varying piracy with a little burglary" in the Heritage House before they announced themselves to a gathering of parents during a Parent Association meeting.
Student Spotlight: Francesca Devine
Like most Canadian kids, Del student Francesca Devine has been skating since she was 3-years-old. Now in Grade 10, Francesca is skating her way to Ontario Provincial Championships!
Holocaust Survivor, Vera Schiff, Shares her Story
Grade 7 students made their annual visit to the Friends of Simon Wiesenthal Centre to culminate their unit on Holocaust education with a first-hand account of a Nazi invasion in 1939.
Del's Wind Ensemble Heads to Boston for Another Gold!
On the weekend of March 25th and 26th, the De La Salle Wind Ensemble participated in the Worldstrides Heritage Festival in Boston.
Del's Debate Team Faces their Arch Nemesis at Pro-Con
On March 4th, members of the Debate Society made the Herculean effort to travel to south Etobicoke on a frigid winter morning to meet at Michael Power high school to compete against other schools in argumentative prowess.
Students Participate in Another Successful Winter Activity Day
On February 28, the students and staff participated in our annual Winter Activity Day. This day is dedicated to raising money for various charities including Skate with Daniel and Meagan's Walk.
Lasallian Youth Team Serves Lunch to the Homeless
On Saturday, March 25th, nine members of the Lasallian Youth Team participated in their first community service trip as a group by volunteering at Holy Rosary Church's Out of the Cold Program.
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