April 2014 Parent Newsletter

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FOR PARENTS AND FRIENDS OF LA SALLE HIGH SCHOOL • PASADENA • CALIFORNIA • APRIL 2014

Principal Ideas Learn•Serve•Lead

On a beautiful Saturday morning in early March, we welcomed our incoming Class of 2018 and their families to our community. As of this ParentNewsletter, these new Lasallians will be receiving all of the normal communications that we send to our current school families, so I also welcome the parents of the Class of ’18 to our monthly newsletter community. It is always a pleasure to greet those young men and women who wish to be a part of this school community. I look forward to our time together knowing that it will move quickly. I am most pleased to note that mothers, fathers and families are still willing to sacrifice economically in order that their children may receive a Catholic Lasallian education. My thanks to all within our community who were involved in the Admissions process for their diligence and thoughtful work.

Mid-term Grades

Mid-term grades went home last month and many students are continuing to perform admirably. I am always happy to applaud and congratulate academic success. On the other hand, some of the grades indicated

the presence of academic difficulties.

Let me remind everyone that the school year is far from over and academic diligence must be maintained. I encourage parents to maintain their academic vigilance by a regular review of grades through our on-line PowerSchool protocol. As I indicated in my recent letter to the parents of seniors, this is an especially important time for senior parents to stay alert and watchful as Commencement ceremonies are less than two months away and participation in graduation events and the receiving of a diploma must be earned.

Christian Service Award

On behalf of our school community, I congratulate seniors Laura Borquez and Emma Martinez for meriting the Los Angeles Archdiocesan High School Christian Service Award. They were presented this award in midMarch by his Excellency, Archbishop Jose Gomez, at a special liturgy held at St Basil’s in Los Angeles.

At a school such as La Salle High School - that encourages students to participate in various Continued on page 2

The words of St. John Baptist de La Salle to the first Brothers "Religious studies must be the first of your daily occupations since your first care is to instill a Christian Spirit into your students."

Saint John Baptist de La Salle Patron Saint of Teachers, c.1703 Letter to the Brothers

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Principal Ideas Continued from page 1

service opportunities - it was especially difficult to select a recipient for this annual award. Our Student Life Team selected Laura and Emma from a large number of outstanding seniors. The providing of active and consistent service to and for those in need is at the very core of our Lasallian traditions as well as being at the very core of the Gospels.

“Every 15 Minutes”

WE ARE AN EASTER PEOPLE

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On this past Thursday and Friday, we participated in a program entitled “Every 15 Minutes” that focuses on the effect of drinking and driving. This program is done in cooperation with numerous city agencies (police, fire, paramedics, coroner, hospitals and others). On Thursday, a simulated accident was staged in front of La Salle in which a pedestrian and student are killed by a drunk driver (See photos on page 28 and 29).

On Friday, at an all School assembly, a “memorial service” was held in which parents and students spoke This program was well received and provided us an opportunity to talk about the unintended consequences of drinking and driving. I would encourage families to carry on the conversation at home.

practice of mandating that all prom attendees must travel on school chaperoned chartered buses. I also remind all prom parents that students may neither arrive nor depart from school in limousines of any kind. My years of experience with proms and similar events has made it clear to me that it is unwise to believe that limousine drivers will regulate or monitor the use of alcohol or other substances by students. Proms are an important aspect of the high school experience and I strongly encourage all students to attend their prom. An enjoyable and memorable time can be had by all if wise and prudent choices are made.

Easter Celebration

The Prom

Later this month, we will have our Easter Break (I can’t wait!). I have always believed that rest and relaxation are parts of our life that are far too short! But let us not forget that the reason for this vacation period is a commemoration of our first Easter over 2000 years ago. We are an Easter people believing in the Risen Lord and his presence among us. On behalf of the school community, I wish all of our families a most enjoyable Easter and a safe and relaxing spring break.

May all of us realize that on April 28 we return to School knowing that this academic semester is quickly coming to an end.

All parents of students attending our Junior / Senior Prom on April 4 need to take particular care regarding pre and post-prom parties. The School is continuing its long-standing

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Brother Christopher Brady, FSC

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From the Parent Association

Celebrate the Gifts Within To say the least, it’s been nothing short of that will allow them to truly discover their inner a remarkable year so far. Considering the number potential and develop their own unique talents of events taking place on and off campus and those into a world filled with endless possibilities. that we’ve been fortunate enough to attend, we’ve Even though this belief may seem selfwitnessed a wondrous display of abilities unlike any- evident, putting it into daily practice is all-together thing that one would reasonably expect. Yet at the something quite different. And that’s where we same time, it really shouldn’t come as any surprise draw upon our own values, beliefs and relationships either given what we’ve come to appreciate about that we have with our children. No amount of exterLa Salle and the character of its students over the nal “noise” can supplant the impact and influence years. But for any parent that’s attended a play or that parents offer their children. musical performance, cheered in the stands for one We are their solid “scaffolding” Parent Association of our many Lancer athletic teams, or even traveled while they build their future. Their Senior Parent Tribute to a film, cheer, robotics or mock trial competition, ultimate success begins at home…

Tuesday April 8, 2014 you know what we’re talking about. Whatever the it all comes from within the family 6:30pm event, parents come with the desire to share in community. With that being said, their child’s experience and be treated to a glimpse each parent has been blessed with Blakeslee Library of what their life at La Salle is all about. But more their own unique talents to create importantly, it’s also an opportunity for the greater opportunities for their children La Salle Community of Parents to marvel in the during these formative years. We ought never lose talents that every Lasallian son and daughter has sight of these abilities and should always take time the potential to discover and develop for themselves. to celebrate the gifts within each of us that we’re so Whether it was a theatrical performance, display of blessed to be able to readily share with our children. artistic abilities or academic and athletic prowess, With April being our last general Parent these parents have been able to experience just a Association meeting of the school year, there’s sampling of the multitude of gifts that the students still quite a lot of business left to discuss. In adof La Salle possess. dition to our regular list of agenda items, we take While our focus has naturally been on this time to give thanks and special recognition our children, let’s not forget that we too have been to a group of parents who will be “graduating” blessed with our own talents, especially when it in May along with their children. These parents, comes to the parenting of our children. While in particular, have provided outstanding suptoday’s social conditions have radically changed port and volunteer service to the school above the face of parenting from that of our mother and and beyond the call of duty during their time at father’s era with the arrival of cell phones, iPads, La Salle. To add to the celebration, please join video games and the internet, the simple fact is that us for a festive, end-of-year meeting and party certain elements of raising children remain constant hosted by Dr. Gray and the Parent Association. from one generation to the next. As Jan Roberts Refreshments and hors d’ oeuvres will be served. stated at our March Parent Association meeting, With much thanks for all of God’s blessings what kids really need today is for parents to help and unconditional gratitude for the entire La Salle prepare our teens with developing coping skills of Parent Community, perseverance, adaptability, and resilience. We can encourage kids to focus on their ability to be selfreliant rather than doing everything for them. All the while, reminding them of our belief in them Tess Crabtree P’12, '14 and of our unconditional love. Only then will our President children be provided with the internal framework Parent Association PAGE 3

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La Salle Matters

WWW THE FRIENDLY CODE

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March 12th marked the 25th anniversary of the World Wide Web. Computer scientist Tim Berners-Lee proposed the concept to CERN (the European Organization for Nuclear Research) in 1989. More than one news outlet mistakenly used the term Internet in reporting the anniversary.

While, today, we might consider the terms interchangeable, 25 years ago, the difference between the two terms was an essential way of distinguishing between the scientists who created the first computerto-computer messaging system (Arpanet) in 1969 and the ever y day user who, 44 years later, would use the internet via the "WWW” acronym for tasks as mundane as directions to a high school soccer game. Berners-Lee’s concept translated arcane computer “language” (code) into user-friendly symbols that made it possible for you and me to communicate with each other on-line without having to earn a degree in computer technology. The World Wide Web not only made it possible for us to do our Christmas shopping on-line, it also democratized the Internet so that anyone, regardless of economic status could access communications channels that were heretofore unforeseen since the day Alexander Graham Bell uttered those immortal words in 1876: “Mr. Watson, come here, I want to see you.” Email, Facebook, Twitter and Instagram are now more commonly used by teenagers and adults alike than the post card or handwritten letter. Where folks of my generation would spend hours on the (rotary-dialed) telephone each evening, today’s teenagers use various “social media” tools for the same purpose. It was ever thus.

Today, the Internet is accessed by more than a billion users monthly. As the US Postal Service and print journalism have become painfully aware, there is no escaping this future…which is why schools across the United States have inexorably embraced the “1:1” environment (one computing device per student) in their classrooms. And, while I have often noted, La Salle will be “the second school in” on any educational innovation, we are about to do the same. It has been a challenging task. The first Monday of each month has been a half day schedule for students so that teachers can take the time to learn the basics of a 1:1 environment, engage in curriculum mapping exercises (a technology tool that will enable teachers to see how common educational skill sets can be supported across disciplines) and master the opportunities of “Blackboard” software w h i ch w i l l fa c i l i t a te teacher-student-parent communication regarding educational progress in a real-time environment.

All of which is exciting and intimidating at the same time. Parents have a right to expect teachers to be experts in their discipline and its delivery; yet we are experiencing a transition in educational technology which mirrors William Goldsmith’s famous observation about Hollywood: “Nobody knows anything.” When we put iPads in our students’ hands next August, we will get many things right and some things wrong (unfortunately, we won’t be able to predict the latter). We won’t, however, make the mistake of assuming that the fact of a 1:1 environment is superior, in and of itself. What we will assume is that all of us can learn by doing in this brave new world.

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One of the benefits of the technological horizon that is upon us, not unlike Bell’s transformative imperative of 1876, is the recognition that how we will communicate, going forward, will be unlike anything we relied upon in the recent past. This dynamic will change how students learn, are held accountable and collaborate with their peers in a world where knowing information will be less important than the skill of producing information that is relevant to the task at hand.

In his commentary on the 25th anniversary of the World Wide Web, one technology expert noted that the Internet is still in its adolescent phase - meaning that today’s teenagers will encounter a technological horizon beyond our comprehension by the time they reach our age. The best we can do, now, is to give them the skills - and the values - to leverage those opportunities to fashion a better world than the one we will leave them.

Richard Gray, Ph.D President

SAVE THE DATE!

La Salle’s 2014 Grandparents Day will be held on April 16th. It is a wonderful event highlighting our students many talents.

Volunteers are needed for April 15th and April 16th - 8:00am to 12:00pm Please sign up on the volunteer website: http://lasallepa.chapterweb.net/login Lynell Messineo Grandparent Day Chair

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The La Salle High School Alumni Association hosted the return of the much anticipated Taste of La Salle on March 22nd on campus. Nearly 350 guests made up of alumni, current parents, alumni parents, friends and community members tempted their taste buds with delicious food and drink from the 36 participating restaurants and beverage vendors.

The Opportunity Drawing drew a great deal of interest with seven delicious prizes up for grabs. Tommy Stafford ‘99 won the Corner Bakery Sweets Basket, Steve Jones P’05 won the Coffees of the World Basket, the Mandigo Family won Tortilla Chips for a Year, Brian Knier ‘67 won the Whole Foods Gourmet Food Basket, Phil Velasco ’07 won the Private Cooking Class and Dinner for two, Bob Nuccio ’71 won the “Stock Your Bar” package featuring 10 cases of Anheuser-Busch beer and 14 bottles of wine and spirits, and Mike Sullivan ’70 won the highly coveted “Eat Out For a Year” basket which included more than $2,500 worth of gift cards to local eateries. The event netted over $19,000 for the Alumni Association College Scholarship Fund which all current students are invited to apply for their junior year.

Thank you to all who supported this event! The next Taste of La Salle will be held in 2016...and is sure to be even tastier!

Current recipients of the Alumni Association College Scholarship are (left to right) Tierra Leustig '15, Caroline Knop '14, Emma Martinez '14 and Tyler Artis '15.

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La Salle High School’s 15th Annual

Crystal Ball THIS AMAZING EVENT SET FOR MAY 2

is fast approaching!

Look for your invitation to arrive this month.

Please join us for a magical evening of entertainment, dinner, dancing, cocktails as well as live and silent auctions, a prize-filled opportunity drawing, and a special award presentation honoring David Lam P’08, ’09.

All proceeds from this event will benefit La Salle High School’s Academic, Arts, Athletics and Financial Aid Programs. a The Crystal Ball Committee has spent the last year planning this exciting event, but we could still use your help: d- If you have an auction item that you would like to donate, please contact Liz Kwong 626-.826.1411 by April 11th to be included in the program. d- If you are interested in becoming a sponsor or placing an ad in the Auction Program, please contact Irene Santucci at 626.696.4312 by April 11th.

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A Partical List of Fantastic Auction Items‌ - A Trip to New York for two which includes airfare, hotel, dinners and a theatre tickets

a - Tickets to One Direction at the Rose Bowl in September!

- A Special Evening with Dr. Gray and Br. Christopher on September 6 a

FABULOUS AUCTION ITEMS JUST FOR YOU

- Front Row 2014 Graduation Seats! a - VIP Student Parking for a the 2014 - 2015 Year a - Lancer Athletic Football Fan Package a - Romantic Two-Night Get-Away in a Huntington Suite at the Langham a Huntington, Pasadena

- Sports Tickets, Memorabilia, Jewelry, Gourmet Dinners, Theme Baskets a and Much, Much More!

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The Fabulous Crystal Ball Opportunity Drawing

It is not too late to purchase tickets for this year’s 2014 Crystal Ball Opportunity Drawing to be held on the evening of May 2. You have multiple chances to win and you do NOT have to be present to be the lucky winner!

Every ticket that you purchase gives you an opportunity to win one of the following fabulous prizes: · Disney Family 4-Pack Hopper Passes a · An iPad a · A Spectacular Maui Getaway for Two a

YOU MAY PURCHASE TICKETS ONLINE

Your Pleasant Holidays Vacation for two to Maui includes 8 days 7 nights at the Royal Lahaina Resort with round-trip airfare and $500 credit to selected resort restaurants. This Maui vacation is made possible by a grant from the William H. Hannon Foundation.

Please visit the La Salle website and click on the Crystal Ball Opportunity Drawing link on the Home Page under “NEWS” today.

From the Blakeslee Library

Library Volunteer Opportunities

The Blakeslee Library is in need of after-school monitor volunteers each school day afternoon from 3:00-5:00pm. This is a good way to fulfill your Parent Volunteer Hours obligation. Also, donations of snacks and drinks are appreciated for the Café Bibliothèque events in the Library. The last Café Bibliothèque event of the year will be on April 10, 2014. Please call Delia Swanner at 626.696.4313 or Janet Hagen at 626.696.4332 to sign up.

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From Guidance and Counseling

You are the Most Important Guide and Mentor

By Susan E. Keens, Ph.D. Clinical and School Psychologist, Department of Guidance and Counseling

We hope that your Easter celebration and vacation will provide the opportunity to spend time with your family and friends.

The discipline of returning to academic demands after the Easter break may be difficult, especially with May and June so near. Your student will continue to need adequate rest, exercise and ‘down time’ in order to maintain the energy to focus and finish this academic year.

Please encourage your student to speak with their teachers if they need some extra help with a class. Even the most apparently secure student may balk at asking an instructor for clarification and assistance. The underlying concern that prevents many students from asking for help is the concern that the instructor may think that they are ‘not smart enough’, to quote what some students think. The instructors at La Salle High School are committed to your students’ learning. Although it can be daunting for some students to speak with an instructor, please encourage your student to contact that teacher. E-mail works just as well as a short interchange to alert the instructor to a student’s need for extra help and begin a conversation.

The most important person to support, guide and mentor your student is you.

Praise your student’s efforts. When your student believes that their own best work is what you value, their genuine self confidence will be strengthened.

SCHOOL CAN BE DAUNTING

La Salle families, please use the eScrip Online Mall for your gift or regular shopping. Earn money for La Salle at no cost to you!

1. Enroll with www.escrip.com 2. Click on the online Mall logo at: www.escrip.com

4. Download AutoEARN to earn contributions every time you shop without having to visit the Online Mall first!

3. Shop at your favorite brand name stores and automatically donate to La SaIIe.

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From the Dean of Students

New Uniform Guidelines

Next school year (2014-2015), La Salle will launch its new set of uniform rules for the Freshman, Sophomore, and Junior classes. Seniors, while they have the option to use items from the new uniform, will only be required to adhere to the uniform policies of this current school year, 2013-2014. This new uniform is a result of a committee made up of faculty, staff, students and parents that shared their opinions and offered improvements to the existing uniforms. While the full list of new requirements can be found on the following page, here are some highlights: · 3

Ladies o o o o

A new red plaid skirt A new blouse that can be left untucked Elimination of oxford shirts, ties, green plaid skirts, blue skirts, & shorts White knee socks for dress uniform days 3 · Gentlemen o Elimination of blue oxfords (long sleeve & short sleeve) o Elimination of short sleeve white oxfords · Both Ladies & Gentlemen 3 o Elimination of navy blue pants and shorts o Dress shoes required on dress uniform days o Only solid white socks permitted as part of regular uniform o Only La Salle outerwear is permitted (sweaters, sweatshirts, jackets).

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Ladies Dress Uniform

Gentlemen Dress Uniform

• Red plaid skirt No shorter than 1 inch from the fingertips when held straight alongside the skirt • La Salle White overblouse shirt (short sleeve) May be left untucked Only top button may be left unbuttoned

• CKW, Mills, Dockers khaki color pants that are not tight-fitting, baggy, jeans-like, or rolled at the ankle • Solid black or brown belt • White oxford shirt (long sleeve) Oxford must be tucked into pant • La Salle Tie Tie must be worn all day and not loosely around the neck

• Brown or black leather loafers, flats, saddle shoes • White knee socks

• Brown or black leather dress shoes not extending above the ankle • Brown, black, or white socks

• Outerwear is restricted to the La Salle vest or v-neck sweater on Dress Uniform Days

• Outerwear is restricted to the La Salle vest or v-neck sweater on Dress Uniform Days

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ParentNewsletter Ladies Regular Uniform

Gentlemen Regular Uniform

• Skirts

Red plaid or khaki skirt

No shorter than 1 inch from

the fingertips when held straight

alongside the skirt

• Pants

CKW, Mills, or Dockers khaki

pants that are not tight-fitting,

baggy, jeans-like, or rolled at the ankle

• Shorts

CKW, Mills, or Dockers khaki

shorts that are not baggy

• Shirts

La Salle issued polos

Polos must be tucked into pants

• Pants

CKW, Mills, or Dockers khaki

pants that are not tight-fitting,

baggy, jeans-like, or rolled at the

ankle • Shirts

La Salle issued polos

La Salle white overblouse shirt with collar (short sleeve)

Polos must be tucked in, while

overblouses may be left untucked

with only top button unbuttoned • Shoes

Must be closed back and toe and

cut at or below the ankle with flat heels

UGGS, boots, slippers,

moccasins may not be worn Socks/Tights

Any solid white socks not

extending above the lower part of the knee

Solid black or solid navy tights

• La Salle issued outerwear only

(Sweaters, Sweatshirts, Hoodies, Jackets)

CKW UNIFORM SALE APRIL 1-15

• Shoes

Must be closed back and toe and

cut at or below the ankle

Boots, slippers, or moccasins

may not be worn • Socks

Any solid white socks not

extending beyond the lower calf • La Salle issued outerwear only

(Sweaters, Sweatshirts, Hoodies, Jackets)

CKW ANNUAL 20% OFF SALE APRIL 1-15 CKW School Uniforms Temple City 626.287.1994

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From the Athletic Boosters

Welcome New Lancers

Welcome to all our new La Salle students and parents.

With the completion of your admission in March, you now only have to wait until that day in August for your La Salle journey to begin. Our students come from as many as 65 different schools, so it is important for our students to get involved and make new friends. La Salle athletics is a great place for this to happen. It is not the only place, but it is a great place to start.

The bonding that takes place through athletics lasts a lifetime. Learning team-work, experiencing the joys of winning together and the sadness of losing together create bonds and teaches lifelong lessons.

SUPPORT LANCER ATHLETICS

Sports at La Salle go hand-in-hand with the education the students receive. Just as in education, athletics tries to push our studentathletes to places they never thought they could go. The theme I tell all new parents is “high school is a contact sport." Get involved with your student and your experience will be better for it, because it will be gone in a blink of an eye.

On a personal note, I want to use this forum to tell you that once you begin at La Salle, you become part of a greater family. You may hear this many times and not think much of it, but when something happens you will find out the meaning. My second son will be graduating this May. He has been accepted at a UC and we are very proud of him and yes, our youngest son will be starting La Salle in the fall. Everything seemed to be rolling right along, however, that is when things usually start to happen. When my youngest son was faced with a very serious medical condition, I just wanted to make the School aware of his situation and have them watch out for my older son. Yet, our family has been overwhelmed by the concern shown for our son and my family starting with Dr. Gray and going down the line with Brother Christopher, Mr. Bonacci and the rest of the teachers, staff, as well as the parents at

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the School. I cannot say thank you enough. The point I am making is that when you begin at La Salle, you become family. Families are not always perfect, but when it counts, La Salle will be there for you.

Also, I want to thank my son Daniel's elementary school, Saints Felicitas and Perpetua.

We have been fortunate to be part of that school for 15 years. We thought we were ready to leave that chapter of our life behind, but with everything that has happened to Daniel and how his eighth grade class, other students and the teachers have supported him, the thought of leaving is now very difficult. The kindness, the prayers and concern that came our way have been overwhelming and I will be forever grateful. Parents always wonder if they are making the right decisions for their children. We do the best we can, but I am sure of the decisions our family has made for our son's education. By sending them to SSF&P and to La Salle for their education, we are sure we got it right! I believe you will find that at the end of your time at La Salle, you will feel the same.

Remember, you can always review Lancer schedules, scores and events by visiting our Athletics website at www.lasallelancer.org.

Feel Free to contact me at jdcina@ sbcglobal.net, if you want to get involved with the La Salle Athletics Boosters.

I hope to see you on Tuesday, April 8 in the Band room at 7:30pm for our Booster meeting.

Until then, be safe and Go Lancers!

God Bless,

John D. Cina P'13, '14 Athletic Boosters President

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Would you like to get more involved?

Check out Academic Boosters!

Are you interested in fulfilling your Parent Hours in an easy and fun way? Please consider volunteering to be part of the Academic Boosters Board. We are in need of a couple more helping hands on the Hospitality Team for next school year.

The members of the Hospitality Team take turns setting up refreshments at the various Booster events.

If you are interested, please contact

Shaya Akobian (ptsafamily5@gmail.com) or Jesse Marez (jessemarez@yahoo.com) Co-Presidents, Academic Boosters

DATE

ACADEMIC BOOSTER EVENT

START TIME*

4/9/14 5/21/14 5/27/14 6/4/14 7/10/14 7/11/14

College Forum Senior Uniform Buyback Academic Awards Night Used Uniform Buyback Used Uniform Sale Set-Up Used Uniform Sale

6:00 PM 11:30 AM 5:30 PM 9:00 AM TBA 11:00 AM

HOURS* 3 3 4 3

EZ TO HELP AND EARN HOURS

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*Start time and number of service hours is approximate. Volunteers will be advised of exact start time prior to the event. Credit will be based on actual hours served

Go to the La Salle Website.

Click on “Parents” at the top of the screen.

Click on “PA volunteer website” on the left side of the screen.

Click on “member log in.”

Enter your user name, this is your firstname_lastname (lower case).

Your password is your last name (lower case).

Once you are in the La Salle Parent website, click "calendar" at the top of the screen.

Now you can look through the calendar year and click on the events that you are interested in volunteering for.

Volunteer Coordinators: Ellen Hoffman ehoffman929@gmail.com Diane Taylor dtaylorfamilyof5@gmail.com

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Mind the Mission

By Patrick Bonacci, AFSC, Vice President for Mission

Mission Effectiveness Workshop

WORKSHOP Continues Lasallian mission

Each year in the Spring, eighty to ninety members of our greater school community participate in the Mission Effectiveness Workshop – our tenth Workshop was held last month. As in the past, the participants included: current students, current parents, past parents and alumni, faculty, administrators, and members of the Regents and Trustees. This Workshop was initiated by Dr. Gray and the leadership of the Board of Regents and the planning and organization for each Workshop has been entrusted to a standing committee created by the Board of Regents – the Mission Support Committee. Each year the Committee reviews various aspects linked to the life and experience of the students and the school that relate to the School’s established Mission. Yearly, the Committee establishes the focus areas that will be examined at the Spring Workshop. These focus areas are examined through the collection and analysis of data: student surveys, standardized test scores, multiple interview sessions conducted with students, program directors and faculty. The accumulated data is then presented to all of the participants at the Spring Workshop for their review and discernment.

At last month’s Workshop, the following focus areas were examined: · A review of the growth/changes that have been initiated over the last three semesters in the organization and delivery of the Mentor Period Curriculum · A review of the delivery of appropriate Academic Advising assistance provided for all students · A review of the statement that La Salle positively influences students’ spiritual growth, in particular, the role of Religious Studies as a factor for spiritual growth as well as the spiritual impact made by faculty and staff from other academic disciplines. · A review of the current professional development programs for faculty through the on-going Curriculum Mapping process and the Technology in-service designed for teachers in preparation for the initiation of student use of 1:1 devices (iPads) in the fall of 2014 · A review of the data collected from current and past Standardized Tests with a goal of identifying any significant academic trends that should be presented for future analysis to the Administration, Curriculum Committee and the 2014/15 Mission Support Committee

As their “work product”, the Workshop participants from each of the above focus areas submitted a summary statement that included areas of strength and areas needing improvement pertinent to their particular area. These statements will be presented this month to the Mission Support Committee for further analysis with the end-goal being the creation of a an Action Plan that will be submitted to the Board of Regents, the Board of Trustees and the Administration. Subsequently, this Action Plan will also be provided to all of the participants of the Workshop as well as to our current faculty, parent and student community.

As I transitioned into my new role as Vice-President for Mission last year, my work with the Mission Support Committee has increased in scope. With the support of other school personnel like Mr. DesHarnais and Ms. Swanner, we assist the dedicated members of the Mission Support Committee in coordinating the selection and collection of the needed data and the organization of the work product for each focus area. It is very heartening to be involved with this Committee because they have one clear direct mandate – assist the school in maintaining and enhancing the school’s Lasallian Mission – providing for the spiritual and academic needs of those students entrusted to our care. For me, it does not get much better than that.

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Long Family History of Lancer Eagle Scouts

Joey Messina-Doerning Earns Eagle Badge Junior Joey Messina-Doerning earned Boy Scouts highest honor, the rank of Eagle Scout on July 18, 2013. Joey is a member of Troop 333 based in South Pasadena and he was recognized January 11, 2014 at his Eagle Court of Honor. Joey received commendation letters from: President Obama, Vice Pres. Biden, Senators Boxer and Feinstein, Congresswoman Judy Chu and Pope Francis. Alhambra City Councilwoman Barbara Messina (Joey’s Grandmother) presented Joey with a proclamation from the City of Alhambra and he also received a flag that was flown over our Nation's Capital in his honor. Only 4 out of every 100 scouts achieve the rank of Eagle.

Joey comes from a long line of Eagle Scouts.

His Grandparents, Mel and Madeleine Doerning are proud to add Joey as the 13th Eagle Scout in the Doerning family! The list includes six of Mel and Madeleine’s sons and seven of their grandsons. The list includes Joey’s brother Tony, La Salle Alum class of 2011 and Joey’s father, Dr. Brian Doerning, also a La Salle graduate; class of 1981. Three of Joey’s Eagle Scout uncles are also La Salle alumni. Bernie ’71, Mark ’77 and Wayne ’79.

Joey was a Cub Scout at Holy Family Church Pack 333 in South Pasadena where he earned the Parvuli Dei religious award and the Arrow of Light award. He joined Troop 333 in November 2007. The Boy Scouts of America emphasize service to others, leadership development and personal growth.

Joey participated in many service related activities including, the Holy Family annual Thanksgiving food drive that collects enough food to feed over 300 families. Joey has also worked at the LA Midnight Mission, and participated in the Relay for Life raising money for cancer research. Additionally Joey helped many of his fellow Eagles on their projects.

In order to earn the rank of Eagle, a Scout must plan and lead a service project. Joey’s Eagle project benefited the Forest Service of our local San Gabriel Mountains that took place at Little Pines Campground. This area was one that was devastated by the Los Angeles Forest Station fire in 2009.

The ultimate goal of the project was to add ground barrier posts and barrier railings throughout various parts of the campsites to prevent campers from driving through the site and damaging the forest that is beginning to regrow.

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From the Arts Boosters

“The Taming of the Shrew” Meets the Spaghetti Western Bill Shakespeare’s very own shenanigans!

WILD WEST FUN AND FROLIC

The Taming of the Shrew opens on Thursday April 3 at Porticos Arts Space for only two weekends.

The La Salle Visual and Performing Arts Department has taken on a grand project – setting William Shakespeare’s comedy, The Taming of the Shrew, in the good ol’ American West.

The cast boasts 40 plus student actors, technicians, musicians, dancers and artists all working to bring the Bard’s words to life. Incorporating western music into the mix has been an exciting and fun addition. Along with the usual love stories and comedic characters, students are involved in complex choreography and physical stunts.

Kate and Bianca are sisters. Bianca can not marry until Kate is wed. Lucentio wants Bianca. Bianca wants Lucentio. Gremio and Hortensio want Bianca too! Petruchio wants Kate. Kate wants no one! But in the war between the sexes, there always comes a time to surrender- the questions is, for who?

Sweet-tempered daddy’s girl Bianca can have her pick of suitors—but not until her sister, the fiery-tongued Kate, is married off. Rising to the challenge is fortuneseeking Petruchio, but can he match Kate jab for jab? Set in the rootin’-tootin’ Wild West, Shakespeare’s most outrageous comedy bursts onto the stage in this vibrant, high-energy production.

Starring: Chris Dinkel, Carina Henry, Joely Zuker, Duncan Breda, Jessica Messineo, Thea McKay, Sinclair Daniel, Sabrina O’Reilly, Tommy Moreno, Mare Crowley, Kennedy Gordon, Emari McClellan, Spencer Raines, Jack Freiberger, Matt Parra, Sean Lee, Minsha Ouyou, Ryan Browne, Amell Bishara, Emily Wright, and a bunch of others!!!!

Production dates and times at Porticos Arts Space 2033 E. Washington Boulevard,Pasadena Thursday, April 3 Opening Saturday, April 5 Sunday, April 6 Friday, April 11 Saturday, April 12 Sunday, April 13

7:00pm 2:00pm and 7:00pm 3:00pm 7:00pm 2:00pm and 7:00pm 3:00pm

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This was accomplished by drilling and digging holes two feet deep and placing 4 foot posts in the holes. The holes were then back filled with gravel, cement and dirt to stabilize them.

Fourteen of the 26 posts placed were notched and fastened to a cross bar to create seven rails that protected larger open areas. The group proceeded with a general clean up of the 10 campsites. His project took place on April 6, 2013 and he received a tremendous amount of support from his scouting troop, friends and family. Throughout the course of the day, he had over 30 volunteers come to participate on the project, collectively totaling over 250 hours of service.

He developed his leadership in the troop holding positions of Quartermaster and Librarian and advancing from Assistant Patrol Leader, Patrol Leader, Assistant Senior Patrol Leader and eventually Senior Patrol Leader. His fellow scouts further honored Joey by electing him in to the Order of the Arrow, scouting’s honor patrol Joey developed his personal growth by earning 29 Merit Badges from a variety of fields such as art, cooking, public speaking and environmental science. He also received the Ad Altare Dei, the Pope Pius Catholic religious medals and a Bronze Eagle Palm, Joey enjoyed hiking and camping experiences including a five day cross country trek in the Sierra’s that included reaching the Summit of Mount Whitney, f loating down the Colorado River in a raft made of plywood and truck tires and this past summer hiking through Yosemite with climbing Half Dome. In all, Joey logged 49 nights of camping and 177 miles of hiking.

At La Salle High School, Joey performs on the Drumline where he has been the Captain for the last two years. He plays percussion in Concert Band.

He is an active member in NHS, CSF, Phi Alpha Chi and LEAP. He plays drums for Jazz Band and Music for the Masses. He is a Student Ambassador and a member of the varsity volleyball team.

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La Salle Summer Programs June 23 - July 24

•Academics •Athletics •Enrichment Grades Four Through Twelve

SIGN UP NOW FOR SUMMER SCHOOL

Call for Catalog 626.351.8951 Register Online www.lasallehs.org

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From the College Counseling Center

College Center News

By M. Teresa Baldonado and Owen Hou ’90 College Counselors

Senior News

This month, seniors have been instructed to enter their college acceptances into Naviance. To simplify this process, we created a survey called “Senior Graduation Survey” on Naviance where your student can enter his/her college acceptances and scholarship awards. Parents, please remind your students to communicate with the colleges to which they have been accepted. The colleges need to know if an accepted student is not planning to attend the college. If a student is sure he/she will not be attending a particular college, they should let the college know by letter as soon as possible.

Junior News CONSIDER TAKING SAT SUBJECT TESTS

Ms. Baldonado and Mr. Hou have met with almost every junior who has turned in their ‘Planning for College Survey.’ If your student has not met with one of us, this is most likely because we have not received a completed survey from your student. The survey helps Ms. Baldonado and Mr. Hou learn more about the student and their plans after La Salle High School. Please note the better we get to know your student, the better we can help. Please complete your parent survey, too.

The next SAT test dates are May 3 (April 4 is the last day to register without a late fee) and June 7. The next ACT test date is June 14. The exams are not offered over the summer and the next SAT or ACT test dates are in September. Students also interested in applying to a UC campus are strongly recommended to take the SAT Subject test, also scheduled for May 3 and June 7.

The College Center will again be offering a three-day seminar for rising seniors (Class of 2015).

The purpose of this course is to provide hands-on interaction with students who need additional help with their college planning and application process. At the completion of this course, students will have created an organizational system, completed two college essays and learned in depth about college visitations, interviews, recommendations, financial aid, and developed a much better understanding of the colleges’ selection process. The cost of Camp College is $200. The complete summary of the course can also be found in the Summer Academic Institute brochure or online at www.lasallehs.org and click on ‘Summer Programs’ at the top.

Two sessions are available for students to choose from: Session 1: Monday to Wednesday, June 9 to June 11, 8:00am to 12:00pm Session 2: Monday to Wednesday, August 11 to August 13, 8:00am to 12:00pm Please contact Ms. Baldonado or Mr. Hou if you have any questions.

Sophomore News

Since Ms. Baldonado and Mr. Hou are now winding down with our junior meetings, we will be able to meet with any sophomore students who are ready to discuss their college plans. Students whose last names begin with A-K can meet with Mr. Hou, while students whose last names begin with L-Z can meet with Ms. Baldonado. Please contact your college counselor if you would like to set up a meeting.

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All Students College Forum – Thursday, April 10

Our largest college-planning event of the year will take place on Thursday, April 10 at 6:00pm.

This year, 15 different programs are planned for 9th,10th and 11th grade students and parents. Even if you are very familiar with the college-planning process, there will be programs that may interest you.

The College Forum program will be distributed to students in Mentor Period. Please contact either Ms. Baldonado or Mr. Hou if you have any questions.

NACAC College Fair

The NACAC College Fair will be held at the Pasadena Convention Center: Thursday, May 1 from 6:00pm to 9:00pm (correct your calendar). Juniors, plan to attend this college fair as this is the largest event in Southern California. At least 220 universities and colleges will be represented.

Brochures and applications can be obtained at the fair and many of your questions can be answered at this time. This is also a great time to make a good impression on the college representatives.

Parents are encouraged to attend the college fair with their student.

COLLEGE FORUM APRIL 10

We encourage families to carpool as it costs $7 to park at the Pasadena Center and parking is limited.

Advanced Placement (AP) exams (May 5 - May 16)

All students currently scheduled in AP courses are required to take the AP exam. Each exam is $89 and the total will be billed to the student’s La Salle High School account and reflected on the April Statement. The fee(s) will be processed according to your current payment plan selected (ACH, Credit Card or Check).

Attendance for students taking AP exams: students taking a morning AP exam will be excused for the remainder of the day; students taking an afternoon AP exam will be excused from their morning classes.

The AP exams will be administered on the following dates (all dates are also printed in the school calendar): Monday, May 5 – Chemistry Tuesday, May 6 – Spanish Language Wednesday, May 7 – Calculus AB & BC Thursday, May 8 – English Literature, Studio Art Friday, May 9 – English Language Monday, May 12 – Biology, Physics C Tuesday, May 13 – Government & Politics: U.S. Wednesday, May 14 – U.S. History, European History Thursday, May 15 – Macro/Micro Economics Friday, May 16 – Spanish Literature For additional information, please contact Ms. Baldonado, AP Coordinator, at 626.696.4311.

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The Cardboard Regatta

It was Think or Swim SUNNY DAY AIDS SUNKEN SHIP RECOVERY

La Salle’s fifth annual Cardboard Regatta took place on March 20th at the Sierra Madre Aquatic Center. It was a beautiful, warm, actually hot day. A great day to set sail.

Dozens of teams of physics and honors geometry students proudly brought their cardboard creations to the Sierra Madre Aquatic Center. Constructed with only standard or appliance grade cardboard and clear packaging tape, the teams were charged to design seaworthy boats that would hold three of their team members and then paddle the length of the Sierra Madre pool and back.

The robotics team again joined in the fun and created two robot-powered cardboard boats of their own (see page 31). The teachers involved were quite proud of their students who were able to apply the physics and geometry that they learned in class to a real-life situations.

Below, aft to bow, Alex Xu, Kennedy Gordon, Megan Duenas.

Tierra Leustig, Kiki Shuster, Jessica Synold

Katie Sparks, Meryl Franco, Monique Manaloto, Ashley Duell.

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Brady Jameson, Steve Froio, Michael Mastromateo.

Santiago Lakatos, Mariel Lo Guercio, Alec Mena..

Yoltic Sandovol, Brett Harper, Armand Andrade.

Jihan Islam, Riley Wallis.

Alina Mullins, Max DoVale, Mallory Susank.

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Cultural Assembly is Built on TRUST IT IS ALL PART OF THE SHOW TRUST ME!

On March 21, the Blakeslee Library sponsored a Cultural Assembly that featured the dance troupe Diavolo.

Delia Swanner, La Salle's Librarian announced that Diavolo is composed of dancers, gymnasts, and actors...but mostly they are teammates. As collaborators, they work on and around outrageous, surrealistic sets and structures. T.R.U.S.T is a performance piece set in several sections. The first sections take place in the space on and around a simple platform, a traveling ottoman, and an acrobatic wheel, all of which are manipulated by the dancers to help each other explore the pathways and gravity they share, by tumbling, catching, and slicing through the air with perfect precision and teamwork. Students also learned, through visuals and participation the concepts of problem solving, and sharing space. The final section brings the dancers together through a maze filled with obstacles and tight spaces showing their ability to overcome adversity and believe in themselves. La Salle students were "willing" participants during this exposition of trust.

Above, Sean Kelly '15 has trust.

Top, opposite, Mr. Phil Velasco has the sign of the cross.

Opposite right, Student volunteers "loosen-up" for the Ladder of Trust. They are, from left, Brianda Valdez '17, Makenzie La Porte '14, Katelyn Stone '14, Savannah Sanchez '14, Sean Kelly '15 and Lucas Vargas '14.

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Founders Day Showdown Set For Night Celebration Join us Wednesday April 30 from 5:00-8:30 PM as the

La Salle Student Body starts a new tradition with the Showdown. The Showdown is a spirit-filled event that includes Food trucks, class rallies and finally class competition between the freshmen, sophomores, juniors and seniors in some ridiculously funny competitions in Duffy Lewis Gymnasiums Who will win the inaugural competition?

The Schedule of Events 5:00-7:00pm Food Trucks / class pump-ups on outfield grass 7:00-8:30pm The Showdown in Duffy Lewis Gymnasium Food trucks coming: Slammin Sliders, Don Chow Tacos, and Maui Wowi Smoothies with more to come!

Families are welcome to come cheer on their students.

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Used Uniform Buy-Back Thursday, May 22 12:00pm to 2:00pm Dining Hall Atrium Wednesday, June 4 9:00am to 11:00am Dining Hall Atrium CHECK LIST OF BUY-BACK ITEMS

La Salle Academic Boosters Used Uniform Fundraiser It is time to clean out your student’s closet. The Academic Boosters will buy back used uniforms on May 22nd and June 4th.

Receive cash for your used uniforms by bringing your Mills or CKW uniforms to the Dining Hall Atrium. Uniforms must be in new to good condition and freshly laundered .

Due to changes in the uniform for next year we will only buy back the following items: Khaki skirts 1. Khaki pants (boys and girls) 2. Khaki shorts (boys only) 3. Long-sleeved white oxford shirts (boys only) The money from the Used Uniform fundraiser enables the Academic Boosters to support the teaching and enrichment programs of our school curriculum by granting items on the “Wish Lists” of the faculty and staff.

Parents - Used uniform donations are also gratefully accepted.

A used uniform collection box will be available starting April 14th in the school library.

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Tentative Student Calendar 2014-2015 AUGUST

19 20 21

New Student Orientation (Freshmen and Transfers) Student Information and Planning Day (All students)

School ID and Yearbook photos First Day of Classes – Dismissal 12:20pm

SEPTEMBER

1 22

Labor Day (Holiday) Student Holiday (Faculty In-Service)

OCTOBER

10 13

Student Holiday (Faculty In-Service) Columbus Day Observed (Holiday)

NOVEMBER

10 26-30

Veterans Day Observed (Holiday) Thanksgiving Break

DECEMBER

15-18 19

Fall Semester Exams Christmas Break Begins

JANUARY

7 19

Classes Resume Martin Luther King Day Observed (Holiday)

FEBRUARY

13 16

Student Holiday (Faculty In-Service) President’s Day (Holiday)

MARCH

16

School Holiday

APRIL

2-12

Easter Break

MAY

22 29

JUNE

3

GOOD STUFF TO KNOW

Graduation Spring Semester Exams Begin Spring Semester Exams Conclude

*While these dates are “firm”, they are subject to change.

New Parking Regulations

Review of new regulations published in last month's ParentNewsletter 1. Only Seniors may park in La Salle’s Upper Parking Lot along East Sierra Madre Boulevard.

2. Any student may park in a numbered space in the Sierra Madre United Methodist Church Parking Lot off of Michillinda Avenue.

3. Any student may park on East Sierra Madre Boulevard or on Michillinda Avenue.

4. Any street or parking lot not mentioned above is off-limits to student parking.

All student drivers must register their vehicle with the Dean’s Office.

Questions? Contact Mr. Birr '03, Dean of Students - 626.696.4360.

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Every 15 Minutes Program Impresses Students

By Ed O'Connor, Director of Student Life

MORE PHOTOS ON WEBSITE AND YOUTUBE

On Thursday, March 27, La Salle High School students participated in the Every 15 Minutes program, produced by the Pasadena Police Department and sponsored by State Farm Insurance. This is the fourth time that La Salle has hosted this program, with the first one taking place in 2000. Every 15 Minutes is a very effective way of showing teenagers the horrific outcomes of drinking and driving. The good news is that if this program started today, they would call it Every 50 minutes. Still, three teenagers are killed every day by a drunk driver. Every 15 Minutes simulates a drunk driving accident in which a pedestrian is killed and the passenger of the vehicle dies at the hospital. The driver is given a field sobriety test and then is arrested and booked at the station. This accident scene had great impact on the "drunk driver" Missy McCreary '14, the passenger Conor Williams '14 who "died" at the hospital and had to listen to his mother cry as she identified his body. Brandon Busbee '14 was the pedestrian who was "killed" at the scene. He acknowledged that he was greatly moved as he thought about the role he was playing.

Thank you to the 12 students and their parents who participated in the program. A special thanks to Officer Sam de Sylva, PPD, who coordinated the event.

The Grim Reaper and Pasadena Police announce the "death" of a class-

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Firefighters extricate the victim after using the "Jaws of Life," to open the car and remove the roof.

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Walking Dead represent teens killed by drunk drivers.

Coroners Office investigators remove the body from scene.

First responder calls for medical assistance. Right, alleged drunk driver is arrested by Pasadena Police officers.

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The Obsequious Observer

By John Blackstock, The Editor

Names in the News

GOOD STUFF TO KNOW

Congratulations to Derek Iwata '14 who received the Good Citizen Award from the Pasadena Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution. Madeleine Malicdem '16 was selected as a California State Ambassador, Mr. Brian Miller '79, science teacher, has been selected as a Featured Teacher for the Month of May by SOPHIA Educational Videos, and history teacher and soccer coach, Mr. Dan Sheridan '98 notched his 100 win as coach of the boys varsity soccer team. More about these and other Lancers in the next issue.

Opening Ceremonies and home league game at our newly refurbished baseball stadium in Arcadia County Park will be April 14 at 3:15pm vs. the Cathedral Phantoms.

Softball games will also be played on our new fields as well.

Novice Brothers Visit

In mid-March, three Novices from Mont La Salle Novitiate Community in Napa visited La Salle. The three Brothers spoke to some junior and senior religion classes.

From left to right: Br. David Deradoorian, Br. Patrick Martin, and Br. Roberto Martinez.

Everyone is their PALS

PALS Volunteers Helping man the station during Registration were, from left, Cissy McGregor P'13,'15, Josie Beringer P'11,'14, Emma Ayala P'13,'17, Laurie Corwin P'12,'14,'16 and Corina Rolan P'11,'14.

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Honor Band Selectees: Front Row: Matthew Rolan '14, Joey Messina-Doerning '15.

Back Row: Claire Fitzgerald '14, Rory Ziehler-Martin '15, Colin Shumate '15.

Lancers Selected for Chapman Honor Band The Chapman Honor Band is an ensemble composed of music director nominated students from Southern California schools who have shown strong musicianship skill and dedication to their group. Students gather for a day of rehearsal and master classes, followed by a performance that evening.

The students pictured above were nominated to participate in the Chapman University Honor Band Festival held March 22nd. Due to another festival, only Rory was able to attend. "It was amazing! The music was hard, but it was really an amazing day," he said. Matt and Claire participated last year.

Robotics Takes the Plunge too!

FUN STUFF TO KNOW

Members of the Lancer Robotics Team built two remote controlled boats to use during the Cardboard Regatta on March 20. The robots were custom built following the Cardboard Regatta guidelines. The robots were then programed to respond to remote navigation commands.

The teams were Matt Cina '14 with Chris Posada '15 and Burt Cresta '14 with Pauline Pa '15 (shown at right). One boat mastered the course while the other experienced draft and water propulsion device difficulties. Ok, ok, the paddles were too short!

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Check your School calendar for event times and dates

April Highlights Junior Senior Prom APRIL 4

COLLEGE FORUM APRIL 10

April 4 Junior - Senior Prom 7:00-11:30pm

Long Beach

April 10 CafÊ Bibliothèque

2:30pm

Blakeslee Library

April 8 Parents Association Meeting 6:30pm

Blakeslee Library Boosters Board Meetings 7:30pm Campus

April 14 Special Schedule Dress up Day Lenten Prayer Service 9:20am

Dining Hall

April 10 College Forum 6:00-9:00pm

Dining Hall

April 16 Grandparents Day 9:00-12:30pm Gymnasium

Dining Hall

April 17 - April 27 Easter Vacation April 20 Sunday Easter April 28 Classes Resume April 30 Liturgy Schedule Dress up Day Founder's Day Liturgy 9:20am

Dining Hall May 2 Saturday Crystal Ball

Lancer Physicals Grand parents Day April 16

FOUNDER'S DAY APRIL 30

CRYSTAL BALL MAY 2

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The Athletic Department will hold its annual summer physicals in June and July and the Department is looking for parent volunteers to help with the process.

We need physicians and a registered nurse to aide in the physical exams as well as parents to check-in the students. Parent Volunteer Hours will be awarded for your participation.

The dates for the physicals are June 7th and July 12th and run from 9:00am to 1:00pm. If you are interested, please contact Tim Rasmussen, Athletic Trainer, at trasmussen@lasallehs.org. We thank you for your help.