CABINET LETTER FROM SPENCER SHIVELY
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Dear De La Salle Families,
As we swiftly approach the end of the semester, with final projects and semester exams on the horizon, I am reminded of a guiding principle that has become a cornerstone of our educational approach: beginning with the end in mind. In the classroom, this principle is embodied through backward planning, where we start with the desired learning outcomes and then craft aligned instruction so that they are achieved. In our co-curricular programming, it means directing all activities towards our Lasallian mission to ensure that our athletics, campus ministry, and student activities work in harmony to create a vibrant, Lasallian Catholic culture that supports our overarching mission of educating young men in an atmosphere that is "moral, caring, and joyful." Holistically, we apply this mindset to our students’ entire journey at De La Salle, always keeping the end in mind - which is to prepare them to graduate as men of faith, integrity, and scholarship.
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In Memoriam: Bishop John S. Cummins
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It was with great sadness that we learned that Bishop John S. Cummins, AFSC, passed away peacefully on the morning of December 3, at the age of 96. Bishop Cummins spent his life actively promoting and enthusiastically supporting Catholic education, especially for the poor and marginalized. Through his years of service, he worked tirelessly to establish programs for the poor and at-risk students. And, as an affiliated member of the Christian Brothers, Bishop Cummins shared fully in the mission and traditions of a Lasallian education.
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Sophomore Wins Concord Mayor’s Art Competition |
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Congratulations to De La Salle sophomore Marco Gnusti, who was the high school winner of Mayor Edi Birsan's Fall 2024 Art Competition.
Marco's art piece titled "Lemons" will be displayed at the Concord Civic Center through the end of December. He was presented with his award at the Concord City Council Meeting at the Concord Civic Center on December 3.
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De La Salle's annual Toy Drive kicked off this week. It will run through December 16. We hope to gather 2,000 toys by the Christmas holiday to distribute to four organizations: Bay Area Crisis Nursery, Oakland Catholic Worker, Running With Love, and the De La Salle Academy.
Help us meet our goal by donating unwrapped NEW toys for boys and girls ages 0-13. All donations can be dropped off before school, between 7:30 and 8 am, in front of the Hofmann Center. If you would like to make a monetary donation instead, Ms. Maile Shelley will be available in the mornings to process your contribution. Each student who makes a donation (either a toy or electronic payment) will be able to wear sweatpants during finals week.
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DLS/CHS Christmas Concert
(Dec. 5)
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The annual De La Salle/Carondelet Christmas Concert is happening TONIGHT in the Hofmann Center. The concert will feature the Concert and Jazz Bands and the Combined, Chamber, and A Capella Choirs. The show starts at 7 pm, and as always, admission is free.
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| Finals Prep Day
(Dec. 15)
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Finals Prep Day continues! The Learning Center would like to invite your student(s) to our Finals Prep Day on Sunday, December 15, from 1-6 pm. Tutors will be on hand to help, breakout rooms are available for quiet study, and there will be food. Email Mr. Norfolk (norfolkj@dlshs.org) with questions.
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Applications for the De La Salle Class of 2029 and transfer students are available online at www.dlshs.org/admissions/apply. The deadline for our Early Bird Application Fee is tomorrow, December 6. To take advantage of this reduced fee, please submit your son's initial application form and payment by December 6 at 11:59 pm PST.
Financial assistance applications for the 2025-26 school year are also now available and are due on February 7, 2025. For more information about the admissions process, visit De La Salle Admissions.
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Make Your Annual Fund Gift and Take Advantage of Valuable Tax Benefits in 2024 |
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As we approach the end of the calendar year, now is a great time to make a financial gift to De La Salle in order to receive tax benefits for 2024. You may also receive significant tax benefits through your donation of stock, securities, or other real property based on the fair market value at the time of the gift. Click here for more information.
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Contact your financial advisor to learn more about the benefits of making a stock or a financial contribution to De La Salle. For personal assistance in facilitating your gift, contact Karla Wiese (925) 288-8195 or email wiesek@dlshs.org.
If you happened to make a parent pledge, don’t forget to make a pledge payment today so that you receive your charitable deduction for 2024!
Make your gift online between now and December 31 to have your contribution acknowledged in 2024 for tax purposes: www.dlshs.org/givenow.
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Financial Assistance Applications for the 2025-26 School Year Available |
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Financial Assistance applications for the 2025-26 school year are now available through FACTS and are due on February 7, 2025. Visit our Financial Assistance webpage for complete details, or click here for a direct link to the FACTS application. Please remember that you must re-apply for financial aid each year.
Completed applications must include all of the following necessary documentation (if applicable) in order to be considered for financial aid: 2024 W2s, 2024 Federal Tax Return, 1099’s for self-employment, and Nontaxable income statements such as Social security, child/spousal support, welfare/meal subsidy payments, cash gifts/support from family or others, etc.
Visit the Business Office webpage for contact information and tuition payments.
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Following a 10-7 victory over Pittsburg in the NCS Open Division Championship, our De La Salle football team will now compete in the CIF State Open Division Championship game against Mater Dei on Saturday, December 14 at 8 pm at Saddleback College. Follow this link to purchase tickets.
Please visit our Spotlight on Athletics webpage to stay up-to-date about everything related to our sports programs, including information about fall sports playoffs and the start of the winter sports season.
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As we enter the Advent season, the Campus Ministry Department continues to stay busy ahead of the Christmas holiday. This month's main event is Our Lady of Guadalupe Liturgy on December 12.
Click on the Spotlight on Campus Ministry button below to learn about our Kairos, Morning Mass, Confessions, MMM Wednesday, and more.
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This month's Spotlight on College Counseling is packed with updates for seniors about College Applications, Federal Student Aid, and College Scholarships. For our underclass students, there is information about the College Money Method, the DLS/CHS Out-of-State College Fair, and SAT/ACT testing.
Click on the button below to read more about these important tidbits regarding the college admission process.
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Visit the Spotlight on Student Life webpage for updates about Student Life happenings on campus, including:
• House System Leaders
• Ski Club Trip in February
• Senior Yearbook Ads
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The first Parent Association meeting of the 2025 calendar year will be Monday, January 13, from 6:30 to 8:30 pm in the De La Salle Library.
All parents are welcome to attend. This is a great opportunity to meet other De La Salle parents and find ways to get involved with De La Salle!
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Sr. Class Parent Graduation Meeting - January 22
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| De La Salle Crab Feed -
January 25
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| Jr. Parent College & Academic Advisement Night - January 28
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