The overall purpose of education is to help individual learners to achieve their potential in physical, intellectual, emotional, social, cultural, and moral development.
Our school objectives, therefore, consist of helping each student to:
Develop a responsiveness to the dynamic processes of learning.
Develop resourcefulness, adaptability, and creativity in learning and living.
Acquire the basic knowledge and skills needed to comprehend and express ideas through words, numbers, and other symbols.
Develop physical fitness and good health.
Gain satisfaction from participating and from sharing the participation of others in various forms of artistic expression.
Develop a feeling of self-worth.
Develop an understanding of the role of the individual within the faimly and the role of the family within a society.
Acquire skills that contribute to self-reliance in solving practical problems in everyday life.
Develop a sense of personal responsibility in society at the local, national, and international levels.
Develop esteem for the customs, cultures, and beliefs of a wide variety of societal groups.
Acquire skills and attitudes that will lead to satisfaction and productivity in the world of work.
Develop respect for the environment and a commitment to the wise use of resources.
Develop values related to personal, ethical, or religious beliefs and to the common welfare of society.
At Lasalle we strive to help young people search for many dimensions of learning and living. In addition to providing many courses, we encourage students to participate in activities that include: co-curricular, athletic, social and cultural pursuits; community services; travel; and extended use of other community resources.
Students who are involved are students whose lives are enriched. They are happier, more committed, more positive. They learn communication skills, time management skills, and team building and leadership skills. They come to a better understanding of themselves and others.
Students applying to post-secondary institutions and for employment opportunities find that their co-curricular involvement is valued out by those outside the secondary school. Recommendations from coaches and advisors are an added bonus for the involved student.