2024 St. Joseph Service Award & Lasallian Educator Award

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On May 15, 2024, we celebrated our annual Founder's Day Liturgy, honoring St. John Baptist de La Salle and recognizing the extraordinary dedication of our faculty, staff, and the 2024 CIF-SS Champion Boys Tennis team! We proudly announce this year's recipients, who exemplify our Lasallian values in remarkable ways. Mrs. Kjersti (Housman) Holyfield '04, recipient of the St. Joseph Service Award, exemplifies the Lasallian spirit of service. Celebrated for her daily contributions that uphold our school's mission, her consistent dedication is shown through patience, understanding, and humor. She selflessly engages in the school's co-curricular life, expecting no recognition for her...

"Ride the Cyclone" Nominated for the John Raitt Awards for Youth

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We're thrilled that our "Ride the Cyclone" production was nominated for four John Raitt Awards for Youth, recognizing high school musical theater excellence across Southern California. Competing with over 40 schools and tens of thousands of students, our nominees stand out for their incredible talent and dedication: Michael Fortanasce for Outstanding Ensemble Member Allyson Copeland for Outstanding Female Vocalist Gahel Garciano for Lead Actor in a Male Comedic Role La Salle Orchestra, conducted by Greg Ziomek and featuring faculty member Elijah Ziomek, for Student Orchestra of the Year In addition to these accolades, Augie Matsuura has been nominated for the...

2024 Lancer Athletics Signing Day

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Big cheers for our Lancer athletes! We celebrated the momentous occasion of our seniors committing to continue their athletic careers at the collegiate level. Their exceptional skills, relentless dedication, and hard work have paid off, marking this fantastic milestone. We're immensely proud of their contributions to the Lancer Athletic Program and are excited to see what the future holds for them. Here's to their continued success in both sports and academics. Go, Lancers! Ethan Tseng ⇨ Soka University of America (Golf)Thomas Gomez ⇨ Western Colorado (Track and Field)Olivia Bohanec ⇨ Santa Clara (Cross Country)Zach Lifton ⇨ Ohio Wesleyan (Football and...

Naming Opportunities

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Athletics

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25th Annual Crystal Ball

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This year, we celebrated a milestone with our 25th annual Crystal Ball at The Langham Huntington, Pasadena. Decked out in “Derby” style, our gala brought the community together for an evening filled with live and silent auctions and a delightful dinner, all supporting the pivotal programs at La Salle. This year, we were thrilled to honor Ms. Angelica Salas, a cherished member of our Board of Regents and a tireless advocate for human rights. As the Executive Director of the Coalition for Humane Immigrant Rights and a prominent community leader, Ms. Salas embodies the spirit of service and dedication that...

2024 "Chinese Bridge" Chinese Language Competition for Elementary and Secondary School Students

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Last month, we hosted the 2024 "Chinese Bridge" Chinese Language Competition for Elementary and Secondary School Students, part of the Los Angeles Southwestern U.S. Regional Preliminary. Organized by our Center for Linguistic Exploration, the competition welcomed around 30 talented students from the region, all eager to demonstrate their Chinese language skills and cultural knowledge. Congratulations to our ninth graders, Eula Johnson '27 and Sabella Garbarino '27, who earned second and third prizes in the competition! Their successes showcase their dedication and the strong spirit of learning that defines our newest pathway program. We're excited to continue fostering a deep appreciation...

2024 Wellness Day

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For the month of May, we embraced our commitment to mental health and wellness with a series of uplifting activities for Mental Health Awareness Month. From Hula lessons with Ms. Hakanen and gentle yoga with Ms. Shaw to mindfulness meditation with Coach Tui in our serene Amphitheater, we focused on nurturing our minds and bodies in the community. The creativity flowed at our slime-making station hosted by the Mental Health Awareness Club and rock painting with Ms. Williams, sparking joy and relaxation. The highlight? Meeting the adorable mini therapy horses, adopting balloon therapy dogs, and spending time with Maverick, our...

Jon Clarke Keates Scholarship

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2024 Alumni Month of Service Success!

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Alumni Month of Service is a unique opportunity to unite La Salle grads through community service. With over 7,000 alumni living in nearly every state, the potential to have a positive and meaningful impact in the community is enormous.During the month of April, Alumni were encouraged to:•Volunteer! Projects were organized in Pasadena, the Bay Area, Orange County, San Diego & New York City.•Get involved in a service project in their own community•Share their volunteer experience and pictures with the La Salle community for a chance to win alumni swag!By volunteering, alums embody the mission of La Salle College Preparatory and...