Lasallian Tradition “St. John Baptist de La Salle, pray for us.” “Our Lady of Lourdes, pray for us.” “Live Jesus in Our Hearts, forever!” There’s nothing quite like hearing an auditorium of 700+ students and 60+ faculty and staff pray these words together, but even more so at the start of every class period, every school day. Whether it’s your first day at De, or at graduation, these words become part of your De La Salle Experience, grounding you in the Lasallian tradition that connects us to the world. To the world? Yes. When Meteors become members of the De La Salle community, they’re also welcomed into an expansive world-wide network and community of faith that extends much farther than our campus on 35th and Michigan. Since 1680, the Christian Brothers have been carrying the torch of de La Salle’s mission, resulting in thousands of Lasallian schools in over 80 countries. De La Salle Institute in Chicago is one of them. We teach based on the vision and spirituality of St. John Baptist de La Salle. A Lasallian education goes beyond academic excellence. Our teachers, led by the values that De La Salle taught his own teachers, strive to touch…

Mission Adopted by the Board of DirectorsThrough the curriculum and outside resources, the faculty creates an atmosphere that encourages the capacity for right judgment, provides an introduction into the cultural heritage of American society, promotes a sense of Christian values, develops an appreciation of the aesthetic, and strives to prepare the students for professional and non-professional work in the world. The Christian Brothers, who own, administer and help staff De La Salle Institute, have worked with students of varying racial and ethnic backgrounds in order to develop the same skills and attitudes originally fostered by St. John Baptist de La Salle. The Brothers can point to the first director, Brother Adjutor, who professed that the Brothers were to provide the environment to foster the development of professional and academic skills which assist the students in becoming successful young men and women who would in turn contribute their talents to the community.Accordingly, the programs at De La Salle Institute are shaped by a dedication to the Christian life and values. In cooperation with the students and their families, the faculty strives to achieve the development of Christian, educated and cultured men and women. Through this cooperation, the students work toward the…

Message From The President Office of the President Welcome to De La Salle Institute! Over 300 years ago our namesake, St. John Baptist De La Salle, educated young people with a simple goal of transforming lives. This foundational mission, inspired by the Holy Spirit, rings true to this day in the hallways of De La Salle. One of St. La Salle’s most famous quotes was “To be entrusted with the teaching of the young is a great gift and grace of God”. In my time here, I have witnessed an outstanding faculty, staff and community that authentically embraces that gift and grace, in delivering a well-rounded Catholic education. The Institute has been changing lives in Chicago’s Bronzeville and Bridgeport neighborhoods and surrounding communities since 1889. The De La Salle family is excited about the great future that lies ahead. Whether you are an alumnus, friend or prospective student, you are an important part of that future, and we sincerely look forward to seeing you on campus! Go Meteors! Mike Zunica President