February 2, 2018 | Vol. 1 No. 11
February Reflection from Brother Domenic
The Liturgical Apathy & the Proclamation of the Kingdom
Over the last few years in particular I have written to the De La Salle Community about many aspects of the liturgical life, especially as this relates to our young people. For most today, the concept of liturgy is usually limited to the "Mass" as Roman Catholics understand it. It is necessary to say from the outset that in the Catholic Church there exists many other Eucharistic rites and, naturally, other sacraments. Some, but not all, have been modified by the Second Vatican Council and have seen a gradual reform of the reforms since then. Until the official approval of the Novus Ordo – the Mass of Blessed Paul VI – the Roman rite had a fairly constant form going back centuries. St. John Baptist de La Salle, who had a high regard for the beauty of the Mass of Pius V, placed much importance on the liturgy in the
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Principal's Blog
The Advent Season
I'm sure you are breathing a sigh of relief along with your children now that exam writing is behind us. Believe it or not there was a sense of calm at the school during exam week which was more prevalent this year than in the past. This may have been an indicator that demonstrates our students were better prepared and/or were able to set in motion, strategies to deal with the stress.
Important Reminders
Registration Day
In December, you should have received the registration package for the 2018/2019 Academic Year in the mail. If you did not receive your package, please contact Gloria Remoquillo in the Student Services Office at extension 237. This is a friendly reminder that registration will take place on Wednesday, February 7, 2018 for Grades 5, 6, 7, 8 and Thursday, February 8, 2018 for Grades 9, 10, and 11. On both days students are expected to be present; and students will attend their regularly scheduled classes. For more information regarding Registration Day, please review the package or see the email sent to all parents earlier this week.
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InSchoolwear's Online Del Store
We are delighted to let you know that the newly updated InSchoolwear website is now up and running. In order for parents to shop on the new website, they will need to register with this exclusive Del code: dlsc. InSchoolwear would also like to remind you of their February Save the Tax Sale, that starts this Saturday, February 3rd.
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Winter Uniform Policy
During the Winter season months, we would like to inform the Parent and Student Community that the Winter Uniform will be in effect as of November 10th. Students will be permitted to arrive and leave school with their solid-coloured Rain or Winter boots. Arrival to and from school with tracks pants that are worn under the kilt must be black or grey Del Apparel or Del Spirit Wear.
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Inclement Weather and School Closure Policy
As we experience typical winter weather, it is imperative that all families familiarize themselves with De La Salle's School Closure Policy -Emergencies and Inclement Weather Conditions. To view a copy, please click here.
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In the Spotlight
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