(5)
De La Salle played a crucial role in my formative years. Ever since I entered in Grade 7, the s... The De La Salle administration showed extreme competence and care during my time at the school. They fostered a learning environment that sparked interest and engagement in the student body, but also catered to individual stud... De La Salle immerses students in a challenging academic curriculum guided by teachers who are well-versed in their field. The expertise that teachers bring to the classroom frequently allows for in-depth and dynamic discussion... The academic programs offered at De La Salle are some of the best among schools in Toronto. Students are expected to perform at a high level and are challenged through a variety of academic evaluations. As students become more... De La Salle is among the smaller middle / high schools in Toronto. It hosts students from Grade 5 - Grade 12, and my 2016 graduating class had ~100 students. This creates an environment where classes are relatively smaller, ev... Despite the fact that there is a heavy focus on academics, De La Salle invests in all areas of student life - whether that be extraccuricular activities, student athletics, or community events. Moreover, in addition to all the... The school is located near Avenue Rd. and St. Claire and is easily accessible via car or subway. The historic campus is located within a residential neighbourhood and is gated off to ensure that students are safe when walking ... De La Salle offers admission for Grade 5-7 and 9, although the school does occasionally admit students off-cycle as well. I had the pleasure of being admitted to De La Salle in Grade 7, which meant I could immediately particip... The De La Salle counselling team played an integral role in my university admission process. My dedicated guidance counsellor supported me during the university research, application writing (both for programs and scholarships... |
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(4.2)
I would rate student experience at De La Salle College a 9 because when I first arrived at the ... The school leaders and teachers at De La Salle College use their vast experience and knowledge to create a welcoming learning environment. For instance, each teacher hosts a tutorial session in which students can freely ask qu... Depending on the time of year, teachers can assign tasks that easily become difficult to manage when juggling other courses. During the exam season, homework is light which I appreciate, but often before long breaks (Christmas... Given the in-depth teaching and lesson planning teachers conduct, I would say that the content of the homework given is just right. Since class revolves around understanding concepts, rather than memorizing them, the work assi... I would describe De La Salle students as ones that are academically motivated, inclusive, and generous. With De La Salle's discussion of academic development, students who attend this school are self-driven towards furthering ... If I were asked to give a tour of the school to a group of visitors, I would first take them to the school's auditorium. From the first day of school to the very last, every morning, the entire school community gathers as one ... Given the current circumstances, students are unable to leave campus. Students often stay on campus during the course of the day, since many have schedules that vary from grade to grade. Normally, grade twelve students would b... Although there are many aspects to admission into De La Salle, the process was straightforward. After writing the Secondary School Admissions Test, this mark was given to the school in order to view my mathematics and English ... |
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(4.5)
I learned that Del will challenge you. Nonetheless, it was a great experience that I do not reg... I personally never had a real connection with leadership in the office or in the House because I never spent much time there (mostly out of intimidation) or in leadership style clubs. But, in terms of our guidance counsellors ... Pretty much every teacher has high expectations for you. The workload is a challenge and is not for everyone, but you learn to manage it and it will prepare you for university. For the teachers, I have found many quite memorab... I had a really challenging, but good experience with academics. I found challenges, but ways to overcome them by re-orienting my work ethic when necessary, which is a very valuable skill you learn at Del. I was not the biggest... You will find your crowd and feel you belong. I would have preferred to be in a more inclusive environment, but regardless, I am very happy with my group of friends and truly value their friendships. This does not mean that ev... The first place I would take students on a tour would be to the cafeteria (caf) because it is a good symbol for Del. We have the lounge that became a sort of rite of passage for grade 12s, the caf cookies that every grade goes... Coming from outside of Toronto, I love being in the city. It is a great place to learn in because you have everything near you, there are so many different neighbourhoods that students are coming from. You can see and learn so... As someone that did not have a ton of guidance throughout the application process, I remember it being very stressful and scary because there was so much to do and you wanted to make sure everything was perfect. Perfect applic... |
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(4.9)
I have greatly enjoyed my experience at De La Salle; from the sense of community to the rigorou... De La Salle's leaders are incredibly competent, prestigious, and human. The president of the school, Brother Domenic, leads by example as a person of great character, formation, and wisdom. He often interacts with the students... The teachers at De La Salle expect much from the students, as they should, and the high standards only help to create an atmosphere where every student pushes themselves to reach their full potential. Teachers develop a close ... The academic standards at De La Salle are high, developing skilled and competent students, and the work is difficult, though not too hard to make it unenjoyable or overbearing for the average student. I find that, even at the ... The students at De La Salle are welcoming, mature, and diverse. For example, I will always remember my first day at the college, when I was going to lunch, not knowing anyone, and a fellow student invited me to sit and convers... If I were to give a tour of the school, I would begin with the auditorium, as it is the central gathering place for the community, and a symbol of the unity of the entire school. Each morning, all students are faculty gather i... Most students must stay on campus during the day, the exception being grade twelve students who are able to sign out for spares or leave early during regular circumstances. However, many students opt to stay on campus anyways,... The admissions process at De La Salle is unique, allowing the admissions team to get to know students more personally and giving the students a great feeling of the community and student life at the school. Usually, prospectiv... |
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(4.8)
I am tremendously grateful that I was able to spend my most formative years at De La Salle Coll... During my time at De La Salle College, the administration acted as a support system for students and was very well respected. As a member of the student council, I would often meet with school leadership to discuss potential n... The teaching at De La Salle was absolutely incredible, and I feel grateful to have been taught by such dedicated and kind individuals. Each teacher brought a unique element to the school and was a master at his/her subject. In... The academic program at De La Salle College is strategically structured to allow students to excel. At De La Salle, students are encouraged to push themselves to be the best they can be. The school offers countless Advanced Pl... The greatest gift that De La Salle gave me was the incredible network of students that I was fortunate enough to meet. With roughly 650 students, you are sure to know a large portion of the school community by name at the end ... I absolutely loved my time at De La Salle and I would seize the opportunity to relive some of my most memorable experiences. No matter how stressed or preoccupied I was, I felt comfortable coming to school because we found a w... The school location truly augmented my experience at De La Salle. The proximity to two subway stations makes it easy for students to commute to school. Additionally, the vibrancy of nearby streets offered countless restaurants... Although the admission process may seem daunting for new students, there is no reason to worry! At Del, there is a focus on finding students who align well with the school’s values. It is important that you are authentic and... De La Salle did an amazing job preparing me for university by guiding me throughout my entire high school experience. Periodic individual counselling sessions began early on to ensure that I was receiving the support I needed ... |
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(4.3)
We wholeheartedly feel that the traditional academic teaching style, the extracurricular involv... De La Salle has a moral value code and does not make excuses or exceptions to adhering to their policies. The guidelines are clearly laid out and revisited regularly. Dress code and behavioral violations are met with the exp... The teaching staff are generally very knowledgeable in their area of study and many have had careers outside of teaching. They set high expectations of the student but are readily available for help along the way. Our daught... The academic expectations are very high at Del. Highly motivated students will be challenged at their level and find a great cohort of strong students to work with. We could not have been more thrilled to see that the student... The campus setting of De La Salle College creates an intimate and unique school environment. The pride in their history and tradition are very evident in the expansive grounds right in the middle of the city. We felt that the... Our daughter loved De La Salle and we are so thrilled that we introduced her to this special place. She knew from the first Open House we attended that De La Salle College would be the right fit for her. She continues to reac... Del campus is stunning. We have visited many other schools over the years and Del is incredible and unique. The grounds are well maintained, the historical buildings celebrated and new sports field and sports complex are wel... We feel that the admission team really wants to find the most suitable students and families for admission. The in-person interview was a wonderful way to evaluate them as they evaluated our daughter to make sure that their r... The university preparation started in grade 10 as the students were choosing electives to study on grade 11 and 12. The guidance team made an effort to make sure that each students choices were in line with university expecta... |
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(5)
My experience at De La Salle College has been life-changing, and I am extremely thankful to hav... The teachers and staff at De La Salle set an example for me through their high character and virtue; naturally, such teachers garner respect from students. Namely, the tone of respect and integrity at the school starts with ou... Teachers at De La Salle have pushed me into learning the value of hard work and important study habits. The school provides demanding course loads with plenty of material covered in order to properly prepare us for success in ... As I’m nearing my Grade 12 year, I’ve been pushed and challenged by teachers at De La Salle into learning as much as I can, and have produced work that I never believed I was capable of. The work load is just right, making... Personally, the school community is the reason I chose De La Salle over other schools; the moment I walked in at the Open House, I was always greeted with a warm smile and a kind community. Because of the relatively smaller st... If I was to give a tour of the school to visitors, there is one place that jumps out at as our first stop; the auditorium. Every morning, all of the school’s staff and students gather in the auditorium for our National Anthe... Students tend to stay on campus throughout the course of the day, opting to study in the library or socialize in the cafeteria and lounge area during spares and after school. Additionally, the school has a very nice and pleasa... Coming from a small school myself, the thought of applying to a prestigious and respected school such as De La Salle, a school which I had no connections to, was quite nerve-racking. However, the Admissions staff and Student b... |
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